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BOOX Palma 2 review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.13 inchesChipset:?

BOOX Palma 2 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 49 expert and video reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

BOOX Palma 2
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

35%

6.4

Technical score

30%

6.4

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 54% of tablets
?

Value for money

Value for money
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.1

Battery

12%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

▲Better than 57%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 74% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (49)
22 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 74%
6.4

List score

List score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (2)
List score: in 2 of 139 lists (1%)
★Better than 93%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £?
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the BOOX Palma 2

Based on 22 · 28

Reviewers love the pocketable size and sharp screen, but the narrow shape, missing phone features and high cost disappoint.
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Ranked #754 of 1,179 models in Tablets (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of tablet BOOX Palma 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

22%

7.5

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.4

Camera

14%

6.1

Battery

12%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

6.0

Software

5%

6.2

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

6.4
Reviews score
8.2
List score
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

?

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
?
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
824x1648
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
?
Pixel density
300 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 300 ppi, which is higher than 92.3% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass, which is more durable than 45.4% of tablets and the same as 32.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
?
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
3,950 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,950 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 89.4% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
Charging speed
?
Battery life
?
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
?
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
?
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 1 speakers, which is fewer than in 90.3% of tablets and equal to the number in 9.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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BOOX Palma 2 vs the average tablet

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  • 35.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (300 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 74% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (49)
    22 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 74% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (49)
    22 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. 27 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 35.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (300 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    300 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (824x1648 vs 1920×1200).
    824x1648 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 19.0% lower list score
    List score
    6.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (2)
    List score: in 2 of 139 lists (1%)
    6.4 vs 7.9
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 40.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 3.97 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (6.1 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    6.13 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5.0
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 19.0% lower list score
    List score
    6.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (2)
    List score: in 2 of 139 lists (1%)
    6.4 vs 7.9
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (824x1648 vs 1920×1200).
    824x1648 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 3.97 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (6.1 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    6.13 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 40.2% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,950 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,950 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5.0
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Fewer Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports fewer Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    BOOX Palma 2
    the average tablet
    BOOX Palma 2 does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 1 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (1 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    1 vs 2

Video reviews

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

8.0
Matt Fitzgerald
≈ estimated
30/05/2026
Long-term review · two weeks of daily use with tier list
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 does many things well without excelling in any single category, and it is best for text-focused use.
9.5
megan searose (aka slow reader)
≈ estimated
17/04/2026
Long-term review · six months of use, plus unboxing
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is worth the money, gives you freedom from ecosystems, and brought no regrets after months of use.
9.0
Happy for Now
≈ estimated
27/03/2026
Long-term test · one month of daily use and travel
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 surprised the creator with a niche e-reader that suits travel, though ghosting and audiobook setup are issues.
7.0
Project Blue X
≈ estimated
21/12/2025
Update after three months · dented screen and daily reading
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is still usable for library reading, but a dent, dead pixels and slow apps leave the creator disappointed.
8.0
The Fussy Reader
≈ estimated
12/11/2025
Six-month review · long-term daily use
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is a reliable portable reader that fits well into a reading rotation, though it is not ideal as a sole e-reader.
7.0
Eileen's Behind The Scenes
≈ estimated
23/10/2025
Long-term review · one month of daily use
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is worth it only if you need a portable reader for situations where a full e-reader is impractical.
9.0
lydia is reading
≈ estimated
08/10/2025
Hands-on review · reading apps, comics and audiobooks
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pleasant e-reader that helps limit phone use, though manga and comics look cramped.
7.0
Good e-Reader
≈ estimated
07/09/2025
Hands-on review · used buying guide and follow-up of the first model
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is a solid smartphone-style e-reader, but a near-identical update, so choose based on the Android version.
6.0
6 Months Later
≈ estimated
16/08/2025
Long-term test · 6 months of daily use
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is a maybe: it depends on your reading habits and whether you need a phone-sized e-ink device.
9.0
The Fussy Reader
≈ estimated
08/05/2025
Hands-on review · reading use in daily life
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is simple, intuitive and easy on the eyes, but not for heavy annotators.
9.0
Tech In Black
≈ estimated
01/05/2025
Long-term test · half a year of daily use
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is quirky but portable and strong for heavy readers; it is pricey, yet the creator considers it worth the money.
8.0
Nananaji glo.
≈ estimated
20/04/2025
Unboxing and review · apps, manga and comparisons
Verdict
BOOX Palma 2 is worth trying for an ecosystem-free reader, though audio and side light leaks are limits.
More graded video reviews (7)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
02/04/2025
Hands-on review · Pocket e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pocket-sized reader with a tall 2:1 screen, but its older E Ink display and plastic build hold it back.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
30/01/2025
Month-long test · Reading device
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a distraction-free pocket reader that lasts about five days, but greyscale images and stuttery animations limit it.
6.0
blog.the-ebook-reader.com
≈ estimated
11/02/2025
Full review · Phone-sized e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 fits a pocket easily and responds quickly for an e-ink device, but it is pricey for people who only read ebooks.
8.0
mobilesyrup.com
≈ estimated
30/08/2025
Hands-on review · Phone replacement
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a solid, versatile pocket e-reader, but it can't replace a phone without a SIM, and a larger screen suits serious reading better.
8.0
theverge.com
≈ estimated
24/11/2024
Hands-on review · Upgrade check
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is essentially the original with a newer chip and Android 13, a good pocket reader that is hard to justify if you already own the first model.
8.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
29/11/2024
Hands-on review · Daily reading
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a small upgrade, mainly a faster chip and better Bluetooth, so it is probably not worth it if you already own the first Palma.
7.0
howtogeek.com
✓ explicit
13/12/2024
Hands-on review · Reading test
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a snappy, pocket-sized reader that barely changes from the original, and it is pricey for what is mainly an e-reader.
9.0
pocketgamer.com
✓ explicit
09/10/2025
Gaming review · Casual play
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a niche gaming pick for calm, black-and-white puzzle and story games, and its price is hard to justify unless you also want a pocket reader.
9.0
nytimes.com
≈ estimated
19/12/2024
Long-term use · Phone-sized e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a phone-sized Android e-reader that suits reading and writing, but it has no SIM slot and is pricey for an e-reader.
4.0
android-user.de
≈ estimated
06/05/2025
Hands-on test · Smartphone-size e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pocket e-reader with an eye-friendly screen, but slow software and short lines make it poor for video and games.
8.0
futurezone.at
≈ estimated
10/05/2025
Hands-on test · Smartphone-format e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a handy one-hand e-reader that runs Android apps, but short lines mean more page turns and its software feels slow.
9.0
teknofilo.com
≈ estimated
06/09/2025
Hands-on review · Compact e-ink reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a very compact reader with a sharp screen and page-turn buttons, and is highly recommended for reading anywhere, but not for quick app switching.
8.0
educaciontrespuntocero.com
≈ estimated
12/07/2025
Hands-on review · Phone-sized e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pocket e-reader with Android apps whose text stays crisp in sunlight, but video and web pages look poor on its e-ink screen.
7.0
20minutos.es
✓ explicit
07/05/2025
Two-week test · Phone-style e-reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a light, phone-shaped e-reader that went two weeks without charging in testing, but it cannot make calls or send texts.
9.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
28/07/2025
Hands-on review · Commuter reading
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pocket-sized reader that suits commuters and travellers who read a lot and don't mind a narrow screen.
8.0
global.techradar.com
✓ explicit
28/04/2025
Quick review · Interface update
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a compact, unusual reader with a cleaner interface, but its old screen and plastic build make it hard to recommend at full price.
8.0
evosmart.it
≈ estimated
01/08/2025
Three-week test · Distraction-free reading
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a distraction-free pocket reader for people who want to read and listen to podcasts without phone distractions, though it isn't for everyone.
6.0
repubblica.it
≈ estimated
29/04/2025
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a phone-sized e-reader whose Android apps and long battery life suit commuters, though the narrow screen means constant page turns.
8.0
hwupgrade.it
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Full review · Upgrade comparison
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a small step up from the first model, with a faster chip you won't notice, so it suits newcomers more than current owners.
8.2
tuttotech.net
✓ explicit
05/12/2024
Long-term test · Phone-sized reader
Verdict
The BOOX Palma 2 is a pocket e-reader with a few useful updates, but its high price and lack of a SIM slot limit it to enthusiasts.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about BOOX Palma 2

  • A 6.13-inch screen fits in a jacket pocket.
  • 300 ppi keeps small text sharp.
  • 128 GB of storage leaves room for books, maps and apps.
  • 6 GB of RAM keeps several apps open at once.
  • Direct OS updates come from the maker.
  • The USB-C port uses the same cable as many newer devices.

What customers don't like about BOOX Palma 2

  • Update support is short, so the software ages sooner.
  • There is no split-screen mode for two apps side by side.
  • Bluetooth 2.1 is an old standard that newer accessories may not fully support.
  • The 3950 mAh battery is modest for an Android device.
  • There is no multi-user mode or offline voice recognition.

Verdict

Pocket size and Android make the BOOX Palma 2 worth a look. The 6.13-inch screen is small, but 300 ppi keeps text sharp. Storage is 128 GB, and 6 GB of RAM helps when several apps stay open. Direct OS updates come from the maker, and the GPS works for maps on the go. The main trade-off is the 3950 mAh battery, which is modest for an Android device, and the single speaker, which gives thin sound. Update support is short, so the software will not stay current for long. Split-screen mode is missing, and there is no multi-user mode or offline voice recognition. It suits a reader or traveller who wants a compact Android device for books, notes and maps, and is happy with a small display.

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