70
Engadget
Score
A dependable product that doesn't really stand out from the competition.
70

A dependable product that doesn't really stand out from the competition.

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Kobo Mini review: does the world need a smaller e-reader?

The Kobo Mini is lightweight and temptingly priced, but that smaller form factor also comes with some trade-offs.

Pros
  • Inexpensive
  • Notably small and lightweight
  • Intuitive UI
Cons
  • Limited screen space
  • No expandable storage
  • Low-contrast display
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Scores

Engadget

70
 

User Reviews

60
marc
After using the Kindle Paperwhite (or Nook with Glowlight), it's hard to go...read more
100
wert38
An amazing little device. cant mention how portable and easy to use it is!
90
jadwigo
It might not be the fastest, or largest or sharpest screen, but its small, light...read more
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6.5
Average Critic Score

Ease of use

6.7
 

Portability (size / weight)

8.3
 

Store and selection of titles

7.2
 

Storage capacity

6.8
 

Battery life

7.5
 

Document support

7.7
 

Display / readability

5.8
 

Design and form factor

7.7
 

How It Stacks Up

Sony
71
Sony

PRS-T2

Engadget

71
 

Critic

67
 

User

90
 
Amazon Kindle
93
Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite

Engadget

94
 

Critic

Not yet scored
 

User

85
 
Fujitsu

FLEPia

Engadget

Not yet scored
 

Critic

Not yet scored
 

User

Not yet scored
 
Amazon

Kindle (2014)

Engadget

Not yet scored
 

Critic

80
 

User

90
 
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How It Stacks Up

Sony
71
Sony

PRS-T2

Engadget

71
 

Critic

67
 

User

90
 
Amazon Kindle
93
Amazon

Kindle Paperwhite

Engadget

94
 

Critic

Not yet scored
 

User

85
 
Fujitsu

FLEPia

Engadget

Not yet scored
 

Critic

Not yet scored
 

User

Not yet scored
 
Amazon

Kindle (2014)

Engadget

Not yet scored
 

Critic

80
 

User

90
 
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