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Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£270Screen size:7.8 inchesPixel density:300 ppiInternal storage:32 GBBattery life:15 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:PocketBook Open Ecosystem

Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 Review: Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the eReaders category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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 77% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

7.0

User score

▲Better than 77% of ereaders
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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 78% of models
Score components

25%

9.0

Display

22%

8.5

Reading

18%

5.5

Battery

14%

4.6

Hardware

12%

8.3

Connectivity

9%

8.8

Design

▲Better than 78% of ereaders
7.0

User score

User score
7.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

Based on 112 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 84% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

25%

9.0

Display

22%

8.5

Reading

18%

5.5

Battery

14%

4.6

Hardware

12%

8.3

Connectivity

9%

8.8

Design

7.5
User score
User score
7.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

5.2

Number of reviews

Based on 112 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.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
5.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Popularity:
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 has a popularity score of 5.2 points, which is lower than that of 52.5% of products in this category.
5.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

9.1

Price

8.0
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
25
Supported file types
25
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <9 – >24
This ereader supports 25 file types which is more than 91.5% on this spec and equal to 3.4% of eReaders.
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.
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
3 hours
Charging time
3 hours
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
This ereader takes 3 hours to charge which is slower than 53.6% on this spec and equal to 27.3% of eReaders.
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
★ Better than 93% of models
This ereader offers wireless charging. 93.4% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
Requires official Charge Cover.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >62 GB
This ereader offers 32 GB of internal storage which is more than 59% on this spec and equal to 23% 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
4x 1.8 GHz
CPU base clock speed
4x 1.8 GHz
▲ Better than 70% of models
This ereader has a CPU base clock speed of 4x1.8 GHz, which is faster than that of 70.3% of eReaders and the same as that of 4.1% 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
no
Memory card slot
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This ereader does not have a memory card slot. 43.4% 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 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
▲ Better than 58% of models
This ereader supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), which is newer than that of 58.2% of eReaders and the same as that of 40.2% of eReaders.
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz+5 GHz
Wi-Fi bands supported
2.4 GHz+5 GHz
▲ Better than 57% of models
This ereader supports 2.4 GHz+5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which is broader than that of 57.4% of eReaders and the same as that of 42.6% 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
Bluetooth version
5
▲ Better than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This ereader supports Bluetooth 5 which is newer than 58.3% on this spec and equal to 29.2% of eReaders.
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Weight
270 g
Weight
270 g
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 270 g which is heavier than 70.5% on this spec.
Thickness
7.95 mm
Thickness
7.95 mm
▲ Better than 63% of models
Market range: <6 mm – >11 mm
This ereader is 7.95 mm thick which is thinner than 62.8% on this spec and equal to 1.7% of eReaders.
Height
189.5 mm
Height
189.5 mm
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 189.5 mm tall which is taller than 64.8% on this spec and equal to 1.6% of eReaders.
Width
134 mm
Width
134 mm
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 134 mm wide which is wider than 54.1% on this spec and equal to 1.6% of eReaders.
Water resistance (splashproof)
yes
Water resistance (splashproof)
yes
▲ Better than 76% of models
This ereader has water resistance against splashes. 75.8% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 vs the average eReader

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  • 10 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    25
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (25 vs 15).
    25 vs 15
  • 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.
  • Splash-resistant
    Water resistance (splashproof)
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This ereader has splash resistance, while the average eReader does not. 24.8% of eReaders have splash resistance.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • More advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Kaleido 3
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This ereader uses Kaleido 3 E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Kaleido 3 E Ink's color filter technology
    Kaleido 3 vs Carta Plus
  • 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
  • More advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Kaleido 3
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This ereader uses Kaleido 3 E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Kaleido 3 E Ink's color filter technology
    Kaleido 3 vs Carta Plus
  • 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.
  • 10 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    25
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (25 vs 15).
    25 vs 15
  • Broader library support
    Library lending platforms supported
    OverDrive, Libby, BorrowBox
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This ereader supports more library lending platforms than the average eReader (OverDrive, Libby, BorrowBox vs OverDrive, Libby).
    Requires Adobe Digital Editions or manual transfer steps.
    OverDrive, Libby, BorrowBox vs OverDrive, Libby
  • Broader DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This ereader supports a broader set of DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 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
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This ereader supports wireless charging, while the average eReader does not. 7.3% of eReaders support wireless charging.
    Requires official Charge Cover.
  • 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
    4 x 1.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This ereader has a faster CPU base clock speed than the average eReader (4x1.8 GHz vs 1x1 GHz). The average eReader has a CPU base clock speed of 1x1 GHz.
    4x1.8 GHz vs 1x1 GHz
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >62 GB
    This ereader offers more internal storage than the average eReader (32 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 16 GB
  • 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
  • Supports USB OTG
    USB OTG support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This ereader supports USB OTG, while the average eReader does not. 33.9% of eReaders support USB OTG.
    external memory only
  • Better Wi-Fi bands
    Wi-Fi bands supported
    2.4 GHz+5 GHz
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This ereader supports 2.4 GHz+5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, while the average eReader supports 2.4 GHz.
    2.4 GHz+5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This ereader supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average eReader (Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)).
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 1 more speakers
    Speakers
    1
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This ereader has more speakers than the average eReader (1 vs 0). The average eReader has 0 speakers.
    Built-in speaker count reflects onboard audio hardware.
    1 vs 0
  • Splash-resistant
    Water resistance (splashproof)
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This ereader has splash resistance, while the average eReader does not. 24.8% of eReaders have splash resistance.
  • 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.
  • 2 m higher waterproof depth rating
    Waterproof depth rating
    2 m
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >5 m
    This ereader offers deeper waterproofing than the average eReader (2 m vs 0 m). The average eReader waterproof depth rating is 0 m.
    2 m vs 0 m
  • 2 newer
    Release date
    2023
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This ereader is newer than the average eReader (2023 vs 2021). The average eReader was released in 2021.
    2,023 vs 2,021
  • 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
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Charging time
    3 hours
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
    This ereader charges more slowly than the average eReader (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
    3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 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.
    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
  • 26.8% heavier
    Weight
    270 g
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (270 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    270 g vs 213 g
  • 13.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.0/ 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 3
    the average eReader
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.02 vs 8.000).
    7.02 vs 8
  • No parental controls
    Parental controls
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This ereader does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This ereader supports an older Bluetooth version than the average eReader (5 vs 5.1).
    5.0 vs 5.1
  • 13.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.0/ 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 3
    the average eReader
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.02 vs 8.000).
    7.02 vs 8
  • 58.8% more expensive
    Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is more expensive than the average eReader (£270 vs £170).
    £270 vs £170
  • 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 parental controls
    Parental controls
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This ereader does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Charging time
    3 hours
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1 hours – >6 hours
    This ereader charges more slowly than the average eReader (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average eReader charges in 2 hours.
    3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 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.
    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
  • Versions older Bluetooth
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This ereader supports an older Bluetooth version than the average eReader (5 vs 5.1).
    5.0 vs 5.1
  • 26.8% heavier
    Weight
    270 g
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (270 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    270 g vs 213 g
  • 16.5 mm taller
    Height
    189.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (189.5 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    189.5 mm vs 173 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Vladimir Kostek
≈ estimated
15/08/2024
Long-term test · 6 months of daily use
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is a favourite for beach and travel, especially for its waterproofing and colour screen.
9.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
25/05/2024
Hands-on review · several weeks of daily reading
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is a good reader but not perfect, best for reading rather than productivity.
9.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
19/12/2023
Long-form review · colour screen, reading and PDF tests
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is recommended for a wide range of readers, and its colour screen is a real benefit despite a few drawbacks.
8.0
Kit Betts-Masters
≈ estimated
17/04/2024
First look · reading experience and library check
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is a good reader with a bright screen, but it only suits people who want Pocketbook's own library.
7.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
03/04/2024
Comparison · against an Android color tablet
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 is best for simple reading and digital detox, not for browsing or heavy note-taking.
9.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
17/11/2023
First look · unboxing and first boot-up
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3 has a solid build and a noticeably more vibrant Kaleido 3 screen than its predecessor.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

mediaberry.co.uk
17/02/2025
Hands-on review · Color comics reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a good pick for comic and graphic novel readers, but its soft text and flaky Wi-Fi limit it for plain novels.
N
notebookcheck.net
16/12/2023
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color 3 e-reader review - Great for comic fans thanks to vibrant colors
G
goodereader.com
23/11/2023
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color 3 E-Reader Review
stuff.tv
24/05/2026
Week-long test · Color e-reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a big color e-reader that lets UK readers borrow library e-books via Libby, but its battery is just average.
H
heise.de
22/05/2024
Summary of the review
Four Color E-Readers Put to the Test: Relaxed Outdoor Reading
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chip.de
17/10/2024
Lab test · Waterproof color reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a waterproof 7.8-inch reader with adjustable light, though its colors look pale and charging takes about three hours.
allesebook.de
23/10/2025
Detailed review · Customizable color reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a sharp, customizable reader for people who want a gentler screen than a tablet and enjoy tweaking settings.
A
allesebook.de
25/11/2023
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color 3 review: Why not like this from the start?
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computerbase.de
26/01/2024
Lab test · Color display
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 brings smoother color than its predecessor, though its dim light and forced account sign-in let it down.
connect-living.de
09/02/2024
Expert test · Comic-friendly reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 suits comic fans best, with a vivid Kaleido 3 screen and page-turn buttons, though its color mode has lower sharpness.
liseuses.net
12/11/2024
Hands-on test · Large color reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 suits long, text-heavy reading sessions, but its grayish color screen may disappoint dedicated comic fans.
T
test-achats.be
15/01/2024
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color 3 Review - Independent Lab
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lesnumeriques.com
09/12/2024
Lab test · Large color reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a feature-rich large color reader with crisp text, but its dim screen and busy menus suit confident users best.
neozone.org
29/10/2024
Personal reading test · Color e-reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a large, light color e-reader for comics and manga that lasts about a month between charges.
M
microsiervos.com
27/11/2023
Summary of the review
We tested the PocketBook InkPad Color 3: an e-reader with a color screen that's finally cool.
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E
estandarte.com
02/02/2024
Summary of the review
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 arrives
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A
altroconsumo.it
29/09/2025
Summary of the review
PocketBook InkPad Color 3: Review and Testing
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icreatemagazine.nl
31/05/2024
Hands-on review · Comic-focused reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a strong choice for comic fans, but colored PDFs look washed out and it wakes from sleep slowly.

Third-party reviews

Based on 112 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3

  • Vibrant Kaleido 3 color screen with improved 150 PPI resolution compared to previous generations
  • Full IPX8 waterproofing allows for safe reading at the beach or in the bath
  • Excellent wide-ranging format support (EPUB, PDF, CBR, CBZ, and more) without being locked into a single ecosystem
  • Crisp 300 PPI black-and-white text resolution for standard e-book reading
  • Convenient physical page-turn buttons that are easy to use
  • SMARTlight technology provides adjustable brightness and color temperature (warm vs. cool)
  • Includes a built-in speaker and Bluetooth for audiobooks and Text-to-Speech functionality
  • Long battery life that can last several weeks on a single charge

What we don't like about Pocketbook Inkpad Color 3

  • Colors are noticeably more muted and desaturated compared to traditional LCD or OLED tablets
  • The screen is darker than black-and-white models due to the color filter, often requiring the front light to be on
  • System performance can feel sluggish, with slow UI navigation and some touch lag
  • Higher price point compared to standard monochrome e-readers
  • The plastic shell can feel less premium and is prone to fingerprints
  • Native Pocketbook store has limited English-language content compared to Amazon or Kobo
  • Fixed 32GB storage with no microSD card slot for expansion
  • Recessed screen design can act as a 'dust magnet' compared to flush-fronted competitors

Verdict

The PocketBook InkPad Color 3 is a premium 7.8-inch e-reader featuring the advanced E Ink Kaleido 3 display, offering 300 PPI for black-and-white text and an improved 150 PPI for 4,096 colours. Powered by a quad-core 1.8 GHz processor with 1 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage, it stands out for its IPX8 waterproofing, built-in speaker for audiobooks, and wide support for 25 different formats without conversion. Main pros include its eye-friendly SMARTlight with color temperature adjustment, physical page-turn buttons, and seamless cloud syncing. However, notable cons include a lack of expandable microSD storage, a screen that appears darker than standard monochrome displays—often requiring the front light even in well-lit areas—and occasional reports of slow UI navigation.

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