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Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition Review | 68 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120Screen size:6 inchesPixel density:212 ppiInternal storage:8 GBBattery life:15 hoursSupported bookstore ecosystem:Android Open Ecosystem

Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition Review: Compare 68 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the eReaders category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

7.6

User score

▼Worse than 61% of ereaders
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

25%

5.9

Display

22%

7.7

Reading

18%

3.7

Battery

14%

4.2

Hardware

12%

4.6

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Design

▼Worse than 64% of ereaders
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

▼Worse than 65% of ereaders
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Best prices

    N/A~ £120

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Technical Specifications of eReader Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

25%

5.9

Display

22%

7.7

Reading

18%

3.7

Battery

14%

4.2

Hardware

12%

4.6

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Design

5.6
User score
User score
7.6/ 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 65% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

7.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 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 53% of models
Popularity:
Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition has a popularity score of 5.7 points, which is higher than that of 53.3% of products in this category.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.1
Brand name
Pocketbook
Screen size
6 inches
Screen size
6 inches
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
This ereader has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than 57.4% on this spec and equal to 40.2% of eReaders.
Screen resolution
758x1024 px
Screen resolution
758x1024 px
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This ereader uses a screen resolution of 758x1024 px, which is less sharp than that of 67.2% of eReaders and the same as that of 14.8% of eReaders.
Pixel density
212 ppi
Pixel density
212 ppi
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
This ereader has a pixel density of 212 ppi which is lower than 59.8% on this spec and equal to 12.3% 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
19
Supported file types
19
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <9 – >24
This ereader supports 19 file types which is more than 65.3% on this spec and equal to 7.6% 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
no
Text-to-speech
no
▼ Worse than 65% of models
This ereader does not offer text-to-speech. 64.8% 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
1,500 mAh
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
This ereader has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh which is lower than 54.6% on this spec and equal to 11.6% 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
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >62 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
▼ Worse than 47% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >5 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
▲ 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.
Linux 3.35
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
no
Bluetooth
no
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This ereader does not connect over Bluetooth. 60.7% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Weight
155 g
Weight
155 g
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <160 g – >480 g
This ereader weighs 155 g which is lighter than 91.8% on this spec and equal to 3.3% 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
161.3 mm
Height
161.3 mm
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <150 mm – >240 mm
This ereader is 161.3 mm tall which is shorter than 66.4% on this spec and equal to 2.5% of eReaders.
Width
108 mm
Width
108 mm
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
This ereader is 108 mm wide which is narrower than 91.8% 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 Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition vs the average eReader

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  • 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.
  • 27.2% lighter
    Weight
    155 g
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is lighter than the average eReader (155 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    155 g vs 213 g
  • 4 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    19
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (19 vs 15).
    19 vs 15
  • 19.6 mm narrower
    Width
    108 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is narrower than the average eReader (108 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    108 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • 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).
    Readium LCP support is tied to a firmware update.
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 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
  • 7 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    12
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (12 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    12 vs 5
  • 41.7% cheaper
    Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition is cheaper than the average eReader (£120 vs £170).
    £120 vs £170
  • 7 more front-light LEDs
    N. of front-light LEDs
    12
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <0 – >35
    This ereader has more front-light LEDs than the average eReader (12 vs 5). The average eReader has 5 front-light LEDs.
    12 vs 5
  • 4 more supported file formats
    Supported file types
    19
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <9 – >24
    This ereader supports a broader range of file types than the average eReader (19 vs 15).
    19 vs 15
  • 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).
    Readium LCP support is tied to a firmware update.
    Adobe DRM, Readium LCP vs Adobe DRM, Social DRM
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 27.2% lighter
    Weight
    155 g
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <160 g – >480 g
    This ereader is lighter than the average eReader (155 g vs 213 g). The average eReader weighs 213 g.
    155 g vs 213 g
  • 19.6 mm narrower
    Width
    108 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <100 mm – >200 mm
    This ereader is narrower than the average eReader (108 mm vs 127.6 mm). The average eReader width is 127.6 mm.
    108 mm vs 127.6 mm
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This ereader does not have USB Type-C, while the average eReader does. 51.2% of eReaders have USB Type-C.
  • No Bluetooth audio
    Bluetooth audio support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This ereader does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does. 57.4% of eReaders support Bluetooth audio.
  • No Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This ereader does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does. 60.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
  • 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.
    Only has basic front light, no color temperature system
  • 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
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    758x1024 px
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This ereader supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (758x1024 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    758x1024 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • 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.
    Linux 3.35
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • 1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6 inches
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a smaller screen than the average eReader (6 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    6 inches vs 7 inches
  • 5.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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 Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition
    the average eReader
    Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition has a lower user score than the average eReader (7.59 vs 8.000).
    7.59 vs 8
  • 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.
    Only has basic front light, no color temperature system
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    758x1024 px
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This ereader supports lower screen resolution than the average eReader (758x1024 px vs 1072x1448 px). The average eReader supports 1072x1448 px screen resolution.
    758x1024 px vs 1072x1448 px
  • 1 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6 inches
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 inches – >10 inches
    This ereader has a smaller screen than the average eReader (6 inches vs 7 inches). The average eReader screen size is 7 inches.
    6 inches vs 7 inches
  • Less advanced E-Ink technology
    E-Ink technology
    Carta
    ▼ Worse than 38% of models
    This ereader uses Carta E-Ink technology, while the average eReader uses Carta Plus.
    Carta vs Carta Plus
  • 20% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    212 ppi
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <150 ppi – >300 ppi
    This ereader has a lower pixel density than the average eReader (212 ppi vs 265 ppi). The average eReader has a pixel density of 265 ppi.
    212 ppi vs 265 ppi
  • No audiobook playback
    Audiobook playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This ereader does not support audiobook playback, while the average eReader does. 72.5% of eReaders support audiobook playback.
  • No text-to-speech
    Text-to-speech
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This ereader does not support text-to-speech, while the average eReader does. 64.2% of eReaders support text-to-speech.
  • No parental controls
    Parental controls
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This ereader does not have parental controls, while the average eReader does.
  • 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
  • 4.2% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,500 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1k mAh – >4k mAh
    This ereader has a smaller battery than the average eReader (1500 mAh vs 1565 mAh). The average eReader battery has a capacity of 1565 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 1,565 mAh
  • 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.
    Linux 3.35
    PocketBook OS vs Kindle OS
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >62 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 USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This ereader does not have USB Type-C, while the average eReader does. 51.2% of eReaders have USB Type-C.
  • No Bluetooth
    Bluetooth
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This ereader does not have Bluetooth, while the average eReader does. 60.2% of eReaders have Bluetooth.
  • No Bluetooth audio
    Bluetooth audio support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This ereader does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average eReader does. 57.4% of eReaders support Bluetooth audio.
  • 2 older
    Release date
    2019
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This ereader is older than the average eReader (2019 vs 2021). The average eReader was released in 2021.
    October 2019
    2,019 vs 2,021

Video reviews

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

8.0
COMPUTER BILD
≈ estimated
07/09/2018
First look · reading, storage and format tests
Verdict
Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition makes a good overall impression, though speed is the one area where you'll need to compromise.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

goodereader.com
28/11/2019
Hands-on review · Limited edition
Verdict
The PocketBook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition is a rose gold reader with stable Linux software and a 2-year warranty, but it lacks color temperature and water resistance.
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goodereader.com
26/11/2019
Summary of the review
Unboxing the PocketBook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition
computerbase.de
22/08/2018
Lab test · Mid-range reader
Verdict
The PocketBook Touch Lux 4 is a light, well-built mid-range reader with excellent PDF display, but its unchanged 212 ppi screen lacks HD sharpness.
computerbild.de
12/09/2018
Practical test · Mid-range reader
Verdict
The PocketBook Touch Lux 4 is a bright, well-made reader that opens all common e-book formats, though zooming and library scrolling sometimes stutter.
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liseuses.net
15/02/2019
Summary of the review
Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 e-reader available in France
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition

  • Wide format support (up to 17-19 book formats) without needing conversion
  • Open ecosystem that allows sideloading from various sources (Dropbox, PocketBook Cloud)
  • Includes physical page-turn buttons in addition to the touchscreen
  • Extremely lightweight (approx. 155g) and pocket-friendly design
  • The Limited Edition includes a free custom cover and a 2-year warranty
  • MicroSD card slot for expandable storage up to 32GB
  • High-quality 12-LED front-lit system for even screen illumination

What we don't like about Pocketbook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition

  • Lacks a color temperature (warm light) system; screen can appear too blue
  • Underpowered hardware (512MB RAM) leads to slow performance and UI lag
  • Poor rendering speed for complex PDF documents and web browsing
  • Not waterproof, unlike some competitors in the same price range
  • The unibody plastic casing is prone to fingerprint smudges and scratches
  • Uses an older Micro-USB port instead of modern USB-C
  • Native ebook store is considered paltry compared to Amazon or Kobo

Verdict

The PocketBook Touch Lux 4 Limited Edition is a premium e-reader featuring a 6-inch E Ink Carta™ HD capacitive touchscreen with 1024 x 758 resolution (212 DPI) and an integrated frontlight. It is powered by a 1 GHz processor and 512 MB of RAM, with 8 GB of internal storage expandable by up to 32 GB via microSD. This edition is distinguished by its unique gold finish and includes a protective cover and an extended warranty (typically up to three years). Main pros include its exceptionally light 155g weight, support for 19 file formats without conversion, and physical page-turn buttons. Notable cons include the lack of a color temperature adjustment system (smartlight), a non-flush screen design, and relatively slow performance when handling complex PDF files.

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