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reMarkable 2 — 2020
reMarkable

reMarkable 2

2020

85
/ 100
From $399
VS
Kobo Clara BW wins by 1
Kobo Clara BW — 2024
Kobo

Kobo Clara BW

2024

86
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict

Kobo Clara BW takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, reMarkable 2 lands at 85 and Kobo Clara BW at 86. That puts Kobo Clara BW ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick reMarkable 2 if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight

Pick Kobo Clara BW if…

  • ✓Weeks of battery life
  • ✓Glare-free E Ink
  • ✓Lightweight
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Kobo Clara BW

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Kobo Clara BW more score per dollar ($129 vs $399).

reMarkable 2 85
vs
86 Kobo Clara BW

Score breakdown

reMarkable 2
85
display 85
speed 80
battery 94
ecosystem 84
Kobo Clara BW
86
display 86
speed 82
battery 94
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

reMarkable 2 versus Kobo Clara BW — full spec comparison
Spec reMarkable 2 Kobo Clara BW
Release year
2020
2024

reMarkable 2

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh
  • −Ecosystem lock-in (most)
  • −Color options muted

Kobo Clara BW

Pros
  • +Weeks of battery life
  • +Glare-free E Ink
  • +Lightweight
Cons
  • −Slow refresh vs LCD
  • −Ecosystem lock-in
  • −Color E Ink muted

FAQ: reMarkable 2 vs Kobo Clara BW

Which is better, reMarkable 2 or Kobo Clara BW? +

Kobo Clara BW scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is reMarkable 2 worth the price? +

At $399, reMarkable 2 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Is Kobo Clara BW worth the price? +

At $129, Kobo Clara BW delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Does reMarkable 2 or Kobo Clara BW last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, reMarkable 2 or Kobo Clara BW? +

Kobo Clara BW — more score per dollar ($129 vs $399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.