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Pocketbook Inkpad Lite Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£230Screen size:9.7 inchesPixel density:150 ppiInternal storage:8 GBBattery life:15 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:PocketBook Open Ecosystem

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

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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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
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Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

▲Better than 55% of ereaders
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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
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Score components

25%

7.2

Display

22%

8.0

Reading

18%

5.1

Battery

14%

5.0

Hardware

12%

6.1

Connectivity

9%

5.7

Design

▲Better than 55% of ereaders
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 368 buyer reviews from online shops.
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 57% of ereaders
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Technical Specifications of eReader Pocketbook Inkpad Lite

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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
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Score components:

25%

7.2

Display

22%

8.0

Reading

18%

5.1

Battery

14%

5.0

Hardware

12%

6.1

Connectivity

9%

5.7

Design

6.4
User score
User score
7.9/ 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
▼
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 368 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.3/ 10
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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
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Popularity:
Pocketbook Inkpad Lite has a popularity score of 6.3 points, which is higher than that of 64.8% of products in this category.
6.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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
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Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

9.3

Price

7.4
Brand name
Pocketbook
Screen size
9.7 inches
Screen size
9.7 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 9.7 inches which is larger than 77.9% on this spec and equal to 4.1% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
825x1200 px
Screen resolution
825x1200 px
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 825x1200 px, which is less sharp than that of 59.8% of eReaders and the same as that of 4.1% of eReaders.
Pixel density
150 ppi
Pixel density
150 ppi
This ereader has a pixel density of 150 ppi which is lower than 95.1% on this spec and equal to 3.3% of eReaders.
E-paper display
yes
E-paper display
yes
This ereader uses an e-paper display. 2.5% of eReaders have an e-paper display.
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Supported file types
23
Supported file types
23
This ereader supports 23 file types which is more than 83.1% on this spec and equal to 1.7% of eReaders.
PDF reflow support
yes
PDF reflow support
yes
This ereader offers PDF reflow. 45.5% of eReaders support PDF reflow.
Annotation support
yes
Annotation support
yes
This ereader offers annotation support. 1.6% of eReaders offer annotation support.
Dictionary
yes
Dictionary
yes
This ereader includes a built-in dictionary. 0.8% of eReaders include a built-in dictionary.
Text-to-speech
yes
Text-to-speech
yes
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
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
2,200 mAh
Battery capacity
2,200 mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 2,200 mAh which is higher than 69.4% on this spec.
Charging time
2 hours
Charging time
2 hours
This ereader takes 2 hours to charge which is quicker than 49.1% on this spec and equal to 40% of eReaders.
manufacturer recommends charging for 8 to 12 hours for the first charge to extend battery lifetime
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
This ereader offers wireless charging. 93.4% of eReaders offer wireless charging.
Requires official Charge Cover.
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
This ereader offers 8 GB of internal storage which is less than 53.3% on this spec and equal to 12.3% of eReaders.
RAM capacity
0.512 GB
RAM capacity
0.512 GB
This ereader offers 0.512 GB of RAM which is more than 29.5% on this spec and equal to 23.8% of eReaders.
CPU base clock speed
2x 1 GHz
CPU base clock speed
2x 1 GHz
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
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
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
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)
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
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
no
Bluetooth
no
This ereader does not connect over Bluetooth. 60.7% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Weight
369 g
Weight
369 g
This ereader weighs 369 g which is heavier than 77.9% on this spec.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Thickness
7.9 mm
This ereader is 7.9 mm thick which is thinner than 65.3% on this spec and equal to 0.8% of eReaders.
Height
236.2 mm
Height
236.2 mm
This ereader is 236.2 mm tall which is taller than 87.7% on this spec.
Width
173 mm
Width
173 mm
This ereader is 173 mm wide which is wider than 76.2% on this spec.
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
Water resistance (splashproof)
no
This ereader does not have water resistance against splashes. 25% of eReaders have water resistance against splashes.
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Pocketbook Inkpad Lite vs the average eReader

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  • 8 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    23
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (23 vs 15).
    23 vs 15
  • 2.7 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    9.7 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (9.7 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 7 inches
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    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
    This ereader has page-turn buttons, while the average eReader does not. 44.7% of eReaders have page-turn buttons.
  • Accelerometer included
    Accelerometer
    yes
    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
    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
  • Supports USB OTG
    USB OTG support
    yes
    This ereader supports USB OTG, while the average eReader does not. 33.9% of eReaders support USB OTG.
  • 40.6% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (2200 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    2,200 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 2.7 inches larger screen size
    Screen size
    9.7 inches
    This ereader has a larger screen than the average eReader (9.7 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 7 inches
  • 19 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    24
    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
  • Auto-brightness sensor
    Auto-brightness sensor
    yes
    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
    This ereader supports auto-rotate, while the average eReader does not. 43.4% of eReaders support auto-rotate.
  • 8 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    23
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (23 vs 15).
    23 vs 15
  • Broader DRM support
    DRM schemes supported
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP
    This ereader supports a broader set of DRM schemes than the average eReader (Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM).
    Readium LCP support is tied to a firmware update.
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 40.6% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,200 mAh
    This ereader has a larger battery than the average eReader (2200 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    2,200 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    This ereader supports wireless charging, while the average eReader does not. 7.3% of eReaders support wireless charging.
    Requires official Charge Cover.
  • Memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    yes
    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
    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
    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
  • Supports USB OTG
    USB OTG support
    yes
    This ereader supports USB OTG, while the average eReader does not. 33.9% of eReaders support USB OTG.
  • Page-turn buttons
    Page-turn buttons
    yes
    This ereader has page-turn buttons, while the average eReader does not. 44.7% of eReaders have page-turn buttons.
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.9 mm
    This ereader is thinner than the average eReader (7.9 mm vs 8.1 mm). The average eReader thickness is 8.1 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.1 mm
  • 43.4% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    150 ppi
    This ereader has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (150 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    150 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • Limited bookstore ecosystem
    Supported bookstore ecosystem
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem
    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 Bluetooth audio
    Bluetooth audio support
    no
    This ereader does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does. 57.4% of eReaders support Bluetooth audio.
  • No Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    no
    This ereader does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does. 60.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    15 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
    This ereader uses PocketBook OS, a less advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • Less advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Carta
    This ereader uses Carta E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Carta vs Carta Plus
  • No audiobook playback
    Audiobook playback
    no
    This ereader does not support audiobook playback, while the average eReader does. 72.5% of eReaders support audiobook playback.
  • 43.4% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    150 ppi
    This ereader has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (150 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    150 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • Less advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Carta
    This ereader uses Carta E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Carta vs Carta Plus
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    825x1200 px
    This ereader supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (825x1200 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    825x1200 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • Limited bookstore ecosystem
    Supported bookstore ecosystem
    PocketBook Open Ecosystem
    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 audiobook playback
    Audiobook playback
    no
    This ereader does not support audiobook playback, while the average eReader does. 72.5% of eReaders support audiobook playback.
  • No parental controls
    Parental controls
    only full device passcode
    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
    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
    This ereader uses PocketBook OS, a less advanced operating system than Kindle OS on the average eReader.
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    This ereader offers less internal storage than the average eReader (8 GB vs 16 GB). The average eReader provides 16 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 16 GB
  • No Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    no
    This ereader does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does. 60.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
  • No Bluetooth audio
    Bluetooth audio support
    no
    This ereader does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does. 57.4% of eReaders support Bluetooth audio.
  • 73.2% heavier
    Weight
    369 g
    This ereader is heavier than the average eReader (369 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    369 g vs 213 g
  • 63.2 mm taller
    Height
    236.2 mm
    This ereader is taller than the average eReader (236.2 mm vs 173 mm). The average eReader height is 173 mm.
    236.2 mm vs 173 mm
  • 45.4 mm wider
    Width
    173 mm
    This ereader is wider than the average eReader (173 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    173 mm vs 127.6 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Chalid Raqami
≈ estimated
07/08/2022
Hands-on review · everyday reading and PDF tests
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Lite is a solid large-screen pick at this price, though its low resolution shows on small PDF text.
9.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
10/10/2021
Hands-on review · PDF reading, notes and browser tests
Verdict
Pocketbook Inkpad Lite is a strong large-screen reader, especially for PDFs, with a few notable drawbacks.
Shop video
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

raqami.io
07/08/2022
Hands-on test · 9.7-inch reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite suits readers who use large text; its 150 ppi screen looks pixelated with small type, so dense PDFs are harder.
goodereader.com
10/10/2021
Hands-on review · Store and notes
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a no-frills reader with physical page buttons, microSD storage and wide ebook format support, but its store and note-taking are basic.
computerbase.de
17/12/2021
Lab test · Large-screen reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a well-built large-screen reader that feels secure in one hand, but a dim frontlight and open microSD slot hold it back.
computerbild.de
14/11/2021
Lab test · Everyday reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a solid reader with a big screen and SMARTlight that shifts colour through the day, though it has no audio, Bluetooth or water protection.
allesebook.de
23/10/2025
Hands-on test · Night light focus
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a comfortable night reader, with very dim minimum brightness and a warm night light, but small text looks pixelated at 150 ppi.
hifitest.de
17/12/2021
Hands-on test · Slim reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a slim reader whose large screen means fewer page turns, with SMARTlight that adjusts to the time of day, but it lacks audiobook playback.
A
allesebook.de
05/08/2022
Summary of the review
papierlos-lesen.de
13/10/2021
Hands-on test · Side page buttons
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite suits readers who want big text and easy page turns, but its menus underuse the big screen and two-column reading needs a third-party app.
C
computerbase.de
17/12/2021
Summary of the review
L
liseuses.net
02/08/2021
Summary of the review
julianmarquina.es
25/11/2021
Personal use · Large-format reader
Verdict
The PocketBook InkPad Lite suits home reading and comics with its large, SMARTlight-adjustable screen, but it needs two hands and has no audiobook support.
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threesixty.it
01/10/2021
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

Based on 368 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Pocketbook Inkpad Lite

  • Large 9.7-inch screen provides a generous reading area, especially helpful for users with visual impairments
  • Physical hardware buttons offer a reliable alternative to touchscreen navigation
  • Excellent file support for over 25 formats, including EPUB, PDF, and comic files (CBR/CBZ)
  • MicroSD card slot allows for easy storage expansion up to 128GB
  • Adjustable front light with color temperature control (SMARTlight) for comfortable night reading
  • Open ecosystem that does not lock users into a specific bookstore
  • Long battery life due to efficient Linux-based operating system

What we don't like about Pocketbook Inkpad Lite

  • Low screen resolution (150 PPI) can make small fonts look jagged or pixelated
  • Uneven front light distribution, with some users noting the bottom of the screen is brighter than the rest
  • Build quality concerns, including reports of a 'creaky' plastic back and a front bezel that is a fingerprint magnet
  • Slow performance when handling heavy PDF files or during auto-screen rotation
  • Lack of built-in speakers or Bluetooth, meaning no native support for audiobooks or music
  • Limited 8GB of internal storage out of the box (partially mitigated by the SD slot)
  • Basic note-taking capabilities compared to dedicated E-Ink notebooks like Remarkable or Boox

Verdict

The PocketBook InkPad Lite is a budget-friendly, large-format e-reader featuring a 9.7-inch E Ink Carta display with a 1200 x 825 resolution (150 PPI). Powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz processor and 512 MB of RAM, it includes 8 GB of internal storage expandable via microSD and a 2200 mAh battery for roughly one month of use. Its main characteristics include physical side control buttons, a G-sensor for auto-rotation, and SMARTlight technology for adjusting both brightness and colour temperature. The device's primary pros are its rare large screen size for its price point, extensive support for over 20 file formats (including CBR and DJVU), and the absence of a glass layer which reduces glare and improves text contrast. However, its main cons are the relatively low pixel density (150 PPI), which can lead to slightly blurry small text or pixelation, and a lacks of advanced features like waterproofing or built-in audio support.

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