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Pocketbook Inkpad Color Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Screen size:7.8 inchesPixel density:300 ppiInternal storage:16 GBBattery life:15 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:PocketBook Open Ecosystem

Pocketbook Inkpad Color Review: Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the eReaders category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the eReader's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best eReaders on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

▲Better than 67% of ereaders
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the eReader's technical performance, covering key areas such as display quality, reading features, battery life, format support, ecosystem, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare eReaders based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Display

22%

8.1

Reading

18%

5.3

Battery

14%

5.5

Hardware

12%

7.9

Connectivity

9%

7.0

Design

▲Better than 69% of ereaders
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on 650 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 77% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Pocketbook Inkpad Color

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the eReader's technical performance, covering key areas such as display quality, reading features, battery life, format support, ecosystem, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare eReaders based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Display

22%

8.1

Reading

18%

5.3

Battery

14%

5.5

Hardware

12%

7.9

Connectivity

9%

7.0

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on 650 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the eReader.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose an eReader reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
Pocketbook Inkpad Color has a popularity score of 6.2 points, which is higher than that of 63.9% of products in this category.
6.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the eReader's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for an eReader with a good balance between reading comfort, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.8
Brand name
Pocketbook
Screen size
7.8 inches
Screen size
7.8 inches
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 7.8 inches which is larger than 64.8% on this spec and equal to 9% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
1404x1872 px
Screen resolution
1404x1872 px
▲ Better than 74% of models
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 1404x1872 px, which is sharper than that of 73.8% of eReaders and the same as that of 17.2% of eReaders.
Pixel density
300 ppi
Pixel density
300 ppi
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
This ereader has a pixel density of 300 ppi which is higher than 51.6% on this spec and equal to 48.4% of eReaders.
E-paper display
yes
E-paper display
yes
▲ Better than 2% of models
This ereader uses an e-paper display. 2.5% of eReaders have an e-paper display.
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Supported file types
21
Supported file types
21
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <9 – >24
This ereader supports 21 file types which is more than 76.3% on this spec and equal to 4.2% of eReaders.
ACSM, CBR, CBZ, CHM, DJVU, DOC, DOCX, EPUB, EPUB, FB2, FB2.ZIP, HTM, HTML, MOBI, PDF, PDF , PRC, RTF, TXT, JPEG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, M4A, M4B, OGG, MP3
PDF reflow support
yes
PDF reflow support
yes
▲ Better than 45% of models
This ereader offers PDF reflow. 45.5% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
Annotation support
yes
Annotation support
yes
▲ Better than 2% of models
This ereader offers annotation support. 1.6% of eReaders offer annotation support.
Dictionary
yes
Dictionary
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This ereader includes a built-in dictionary. 0.8% of eReaders include a built-in dictionary.
Text-to-speech
yes
Text-to-speech
yes
▲ Better than 36% of models
This ereader offers text-to-speech. 36.1% of eReaders include text-to-speech.
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Battery life
15 hours
Battery life
15 hours
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
This ereader offers 15 hours of battery life which is shorter than 65.6% on this spec and equal to 16.7% of eReaders.
manufacturer claims up to one month, real world use reports vary from days to weeks depending heavily on light/wifi use
Battery capacity
2,900 mAh
Battery capacity
2,900 mAh
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 2,900 mAh which is higher than 75.2% on this spec and equal to 1.7% of eReaders.
Charging time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
▼ Worse than 7% of models
This ereader does not offer wireless charging. 7.4% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
Internal storage
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
▲ Better than 48% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >62 GB
This ereader offers 16 GB of internal storage which is more than 47.5% on this spec and equal to 10.7% of eReaders.
RAM capacity
1 GB
RAM capacity
1 GB
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >5 GB
This ereader offers 1 GB of RAM which is more than 54.1% on this spec and equal to 17.2% of eReaders.
CPU base clock speed
2x 1 GHz
CPU base clock speed
2x 1 GHz
▲ Better than 50% of models
This ereader has a CPU base clock speed of 2x1 GHz, which is faster than that of 50.4% of eReaders and the same as that of 12.4% of eReaders.
Operating system
PocketBook OS
Operating system
PocketBook OS
▼ Worse than 83% of models
This ereader runs PocketBook OS, which is less advanced than that of 82.8% of eReaders and the same as that of 17.2% of eReaders.
Memory card slot
yes
Memory card slot
yes
▲ Better than 57% of models
This ereader has a memory card slot. 57.4% of eReaders have a memory card slot.
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Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
This ereader connects over Wi-Fi. 6.6% of eReaders have Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This ereader supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), which is newer than that of 10.7% of eReaders and the same as that of 46.7% of eReaders.
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This ereader supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which is broader than that of 6.6% of eReaders and the same as that of 50% of eReaders.
Bluetooth
yes
Bluetooth
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This ereader connects over Bluetooth. 40.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.1
Bluetooth version
5.1
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This ereader supports Bluetooth 5.1 which is newer than 88.3% on this spec and equal to 7.5% of eReaders.
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Weight
225 g
Weight
225 g
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 225 g which is heavier than 54.9% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Thickness
8 mm
Thickness
8 mm
▲ Better than 53% of models
Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
This ereader is 8 mm thick which is thinner than 52.9% on this spec and equal to 9.1% of eReaders.
Height
195 mm
Height
195 mm
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 195 mm tall which is taller than 73% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Width
136.5 mm
Width
136.5 mm
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 136.5 mm wide which is wider than 58.2% on this spec and equal to 4.9% of eReaders.
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
▼ Worse than 25% of models
This ereader does not have water resistance against splashes. 25% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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Pocketbook Inkpad Color vs the average eReader

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  • Color display
    Color display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This ereader has a color display, while the average eReader does not. 13.8% of eReaders have a color display.
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This ereader includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not. 43.1% of eReaders include a memory card slot.
  • Page-turn buttons
    Page-turn buttons
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This ereader has page-turn buttons, while the average eReader does not. 44.7% of eReaders have page-turn buttons.
  • 6 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    21
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (21 vs 15).
    ACSM, CBR, CBZ, CHM, DJVU, DOC, DOCX, EPUB, EPUB, FB2, FB2.ZIP, HTM, HTML, MOBI, PDF, PDF , PRC, RTF, TXT, JPEG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, M4A, M4B, OGG, MP3
    21 vs 15
  • 85.3% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,900 mAh
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (2900 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    2,900 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1404x1872 px
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This ereader supports higher screen resolution than the average eReader (1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • Accelerometer included
    Accelerometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This ereader has an accelerometer, while the average eReader does not. 45.1% of eReaders have an accelerometer.
  • 19 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    24
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (24 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    24 vs 5
  • Color display
    Color display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This ereader has a color display, while the average eReader does not. 13.8% of eReaders have a color display.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1404x1872 px
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This ereader supports higher screen resolution than the average eReader (1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    1404x1872 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • 19 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    24
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (24 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    24 vs 5
  • 13.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    300 ppi
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
    This ereader has a higher pixel density than the average eReader (300 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • 0.8 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    7.8 inches
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (7.8 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    7.8 inches vs 7 inches
  • Auto-brightness sensor
    Auto-brightness sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This ereader has an auto-brightness sensor, while the average eReader does not. 41.8% of eReaders have an auto-brightness sensor.
    Ambient light sensor enables automatic brightness adjustments.
  • Supports auto-rotate
    Auto-rotate
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This ereader supports auto-rotate, while the average eReader does not. 43.4% of eReaders support auto-rotate.
  • 6 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    21
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (21 vs 15).
    ACSM, CBR, CBZ, CHM, DJVU, DOC, DOCX, EPUB, EPUB, FB2, FB2.ZIP, HTM, HTML, MOBI, PDF, PDF , PRC, RTF, TXT, JPEG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, M4A, M4B, OGG, MP3
    21 vs 15
  • 85.3% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,900 mAh
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (2900 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    2,900 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This ereader includes a memory card slot, while the average eReader does not. 43.1% of eReaders include a memory card slot.
  • Accelerometer included
    Accelerometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This ereader has an accelerometer, while the average eReader does not. 45.1% of eReaders have an accelerometer.
  • Faster CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 1 GHz
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (2x1 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    2x1 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • 0.49 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >5 GB
    This ereader has more RAM than the average eReader (1 GB vs 0.5 GB). The average eReader has 0.512 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 0.512 GB
  • Page-turn buttons
    Page-turn buttons
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This ereader has page-turn buttons, while the average eReader does not. 44.7% of eReaders have page-turn buttons.
  • Limited bookstore ecosystem
    Supported bookstore ecosystem
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This ereader uses the PocketBook Open Ecosystem bookstore ecosystem, while the average eReader uses Android Open Ecosystem.
    Supports stores offering Adobe DRM or DRM-free books.
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem vs Android Open Ecosystem
  • No color temperature adjustment
    Color temperature adjustment
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This ereader does not support color temperature adjustment, while the average eReader does. 51.6% of eReaders support color temperature adjustment.
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    ▲ Better than 45% of models
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    15 hours
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (15 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    manufacturer claims up to one month, real world use reports vary from days to weeks depending heavily on light/wifi use
    15 hours vs 21 hours
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    PocketBook OS
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This ereader uses PocketBook OS, a less advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • No parental controls
    Parental controls
    only full device passcode
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    This ereader does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
    only full device passcode vs yes
  • 22 mm taller
    Height
    195 mm
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (195 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    195 mm vs 173 mm
  • 11.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color
    the average eReader
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.18 vs 8.000).
    7.18 vs 8
  • 11.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the eReader.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how an eReader feels in daily reading and how reliable it is for screen comfort, battery life, and library management according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color
    the average eReader
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.18 vs 8.000).
    7.18 vs 8
  • 52.9% more expensive
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color is more expensive than the average eReader (£260 vs £170).
    £260 vs £170
  • No color temperature adjustment
    Color temperature adjustment
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This ereader does not support color temperature adjustment, while the average eReader does. 51.6% of eReaders support color temperature adjustment.
  • Less advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Kaleido Plus
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This ereader uses Kaleido Plus E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Kaleido Plus E Ink's color filter technology
    Kaleido Plus vs Carta Plus
  • Limited bookstore ecosystem
    Supported bookstore ecosystem
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This ereader uses the PocketBook Open Ecosystem bookstore ecosystem, while the average eReader uses Android Open Ecosystem.
    Supports stores offering Adobe DRM or DRM-free books.
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem vs Android Open Ecosystem
  • Limited DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM
    ▲ Better than 45% of models
    This ereader supports fewer DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Adobe DRM vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • No parental controls
    Parental controls
    only full device passcode
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    This ereader does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
    only full device passcode vs yes
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    15 hours
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <12 hours – >42 hours
    This ereader offers shorter battery life than the average eReader (15 hours vs 21 hours). The average eReader offers 21 hours of battery life.
    manufacturer claims up to one month, real world use reports vary from days to weeks depending heavily on light/wifi use
    15 hours vs 21 hours
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    PocketBook OS
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This ereader uses PocketBook OS, a less advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • 22 mm taller
    Height
    195 mm
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (195 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    195 mm vs 173 mm
  • 5.6% heavier
    Weight
    225 g
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (225 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    225 g vs 213 g
  • 8.9 mm wider
    Width
    136.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    136.5 mm vs 127.6 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
The eBook Reader
≈ estimated
13/03/2021
Hands-on review · color screen, software and app tour
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color is good for comics and color content, but text looks softer and highlighting is less smooth.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
13/04/2021
Hands-on test · Color comics reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a light, sunlight-readable color reader that suits comics, but few legal books are available in the US and page turns are slow.
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uk.pcmag.com
13/04/2021
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color - Review 2021 - PCMag UK
techradar.com
06/09/2022
Hands-on review · Color E Ink reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color suits comics and graphic novels, but with no store outside Europe and slow page turns, it is hard to recommend for word-heavy books.
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newatlas.com
26/03/2021
Summary of the review
Review: Reading in color with the PocketBook InkPad Color - New Atlas
reviewed.com
14/06/2022
Hands-on test · Color e-reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color has expandable storage and handles many formats, but its washed-out colors, slow response and bare-bones store make it hard to recommend over a Kindle.
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goodereader.com
17/02/2021
Summary of the review
Hands on Review of the Pocketbook InkPad Color e-Reader
netzwelt.de
08/05/2022
Lab test · Color comics reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color works well outdoors for comics and picture books, though its colors look pale and its screen looks grainy next to an iPad mini.
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chip.de
01/03/2021
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color Review - CHIP
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computerbild.de
07/03/2021
Summary of the review
Review: Pocketbook InkPad Color eBook Reader - Computer Bild
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chip.de
14/12/2022
Lab test · Color e-reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a color e-reader for comics and magazines, with a long battery and open ebook formats, but its menus lag.
computerbase.de
16/04/2021
Hands-on review · Large color screen
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color suits comics and magazines, but its colored elements look grainy and its screen is darker than black-and-white readers.
microsiervos.com
10/09/2021
Hands-on test · Color screen
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a promising first step for color E Ink with sound features, but its pale colors and slow page turns are not there yet.
julianmarquina.es
20/05/2021
Hands-on review · Color comics reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a light, versatile reader for digital comics, with many formats and audio, though borrowed eBiblio comics show at 6 inches.
qualescegliere.it
22/11/2024
Overview review · Color comics reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a good pick for comics and graphic novels, with wide format support, but its battery lasts less than average and page turns are slow.
ceotech.it
26/08/2021
Hands-on review · Color reader with audio
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color is a lively color reader for illustrated books, with audio and online sync, though menus sometimes stall.
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cellulare-magazine.it
17/02/2021
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color, the ebook reader with a large colour display
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consumentenbond.nl
18/03/2026
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color - Review, Tests & Prices
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What we like about Pocketbook Inkpad Color

  • Sunlight-readable E Ink Kaleido screen ideal for comics and graphic novels
  • Highly lightweight and ergonomic design with physical page-turn buttons
  • Supports a vast range of file formats (25+) without conversion
  • Excellent battery life often lasting several weeks on a single charge
  • Includes helpful built-in features like Text-to-Speech and Bluetooth for audiobooks
  • Waterproof (IPX8 rating) on newer models like the Color 2 and Color 3

What we don't like about Pocketbook Inkpad Color

  • Noticeably slow page turns and UI response compared to tablets or some competitors
  • Color saturation can appear muted or 'washed out' compared to LCD screens
  • Lower pixel density (PPI) in color mode leads to grainier images than black-and-white text
  • Built-in bookstore has limited English-language content for US users
  • Frequent ghosting and full-page refreshes can be distracting during navigation
  • Lack of adjustable front light color temperature on the original model

Verdict

The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a high-performance 7.8-inch e-reader featuring an E Ink Kaleido 3 display that provides 300 PPI for black-and-white text and an improved 150 PPI for 4,096 colors. Driven by a 1.8 GHz quad-core processor and 1 GB of RAM, it includes 32 GB of internal storage, a 2,900 mAh battery lasting up to a month, and full IPX8 waterproofing for safe reading near water. Main pros include its extensive support for 25 book formats, physical page-turn buttons, integrated speakers for audiobooks, and SMARTlight technology for adjustable brightness and color temperature. However, notable cons include a slightly slow user interface compared to flagship competitors, the lack of a dedicated app store for third-party reading apps, and muted color saturation typical of current e-ink technology.

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