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Kobo Libra All-Generation Specs Comparison & List

Compare all generations of Kobo Libra in order. Check differences in screen size, resolution, weight, waterproofing, connectors, and key specs.

Historical Specs Comparison Table

Scroll horizontally to explore hardware specifications across all 3 generations.

Specification
Current

Kobo Libra Colour (Gen 3)

Apr 2024

Kobo Libra 2 (Gen 2)

Oct 2021

Kobo Libra H2O (Gen 1)

Sep 2019
📅 Release DateApr 2024Oct 2021Sep 2019
📱 Display
🎨 Color
7"
300 ppi (Color: 150 ppi)
Monochrome
7"
300 ppi
Monochrome
7"
300 ppi
⚖️ Weight
199.5 g
215 g
192 g
📏 Dimensions & Thickness
8.3mm thick
144.6 × 161 mm
9mm thick
144.6 × 161.6 mm
7.8mm thick
144 × 159 mm
💾 Storage Capacity32GB32GB8GB
⚡ ConnectorUSB-CUSB-CMicro-USB
💧 WaterproofingIPX8 WaterproofIPX8 WaterproofIPX8 Waterproof
💡 Adjustable Warm LightWarm / WhiteWarm / WhiteWarm / White
🔋 Battery LifeUp to 8 weeks
Up to 8 weeks
Up to 4 weeks
✦ Key Evolutions & Features7-inch color e-reader featuring physical page-turn buttons, Kaleido 3 screen, and Kobo Stylus 2 pen input support.7-inch ergonomic e-reader featuring E Ink Carta 1200 screen, USB-C port, 32GB storage, and physical page-turn buttons.First 7-inch Libra e-reader featuring physical page-turn buttons, ergonomic grip, and IPX8 water resistance.
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Best Choice

Recommended Kobo Libra Models

Curated top picks from all 3 models focusing on balanced design, lightness, large display, and battery longevity.

11st Place
Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Current Model7 inchesIPX8 Waterproof
Screen7"
Weight199.5g
Battery8w
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22nd Place

Released 2021

Gen 2

2021 Model7 inchesIPX8 Waterproof
Screen7"
Weight215g
Battery8w
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33rd Place

Released 2019

Gen 1

2019 Model7 inchesIPX8 Waterproof
Screen7"
Weight192g
Battery4w
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11st Place

Released 2019

Gen 1

Lightweight 192g7.8mm thick
Screen7"
Weight192g
Battery4w
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22nd Place
Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Lightweight 199.5g8.3mm thick
Screen7"
Weight199.5g
Battery8w
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33rd Place

Released 2021

Gen 2

Lightweight 215g9mm thick
Screen7"
Weight215g
Battery8w
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11st Place

Released 2019

Gen 1

Slimmest 7.8mm192g weight
Screen7"
Weight192g
Battery4w
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22nd Place
Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Slimmest 8.3mm199.5g weight
Screen7"
Weight199.5g
Battery8w
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33rd Place

Released 2021

Gen 2

Slimmest 9mm215g weight
Screen7"
Weight215g
Battery8w
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11st Place
Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Large 7" screen300ppi sharp
Screen7"
Weight199.5g
Battery8w
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22nd Place

Released 2021

Gen 2

Large 7" screen300ppi sharp
Screen7"
Weight215g
Battery8w
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33rd Place

Released 2019

Gen 1

Large 7" screen300ppi sharp
Screen7"
Weight192g
Battery4w
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11st Place
Current

Released 2024

Gen 3

Up to 8 weeksUSB-C
Screen7"
Weight199.5g
Battery8w
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22nd Place

Released 2021

Gen 2

Up to 8 weeksUSB-C
Screen7"
Weight215g
Battery8w
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33rd Place

Released 2019

Gen 1

Up to 4 weeksMicro-USB
Screen7"
Weight192g
Battery4w
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Analysis & Insights

Kobo Libra Hardware Analysis & Rankings

Category rankings compiled from specs across all 3 historical models.

🪶

All-Time Lightest Ranking

TOP 3

Ranked by lightest body weight. Ideal for fatigue-free one-handed reading.

📏

All-Time Slimmest Ranking

TOP 3

Ranked by thinnest profile, offering superior packability for pockets and bags.

🔋

All-Time Battery Life Ranking

TOP 3

Ranked by longest duration per single charge. Perfect for frequent travelers.

📱

Display Size Ranking

TOP 3

Ranked by screen real estate for immersive reading and graphic clarity.