Kobo Clara BW.

The Verdict.

Gavler Meta-Score

“The Clara BW represents peak value in e-reading. It does one thing — lets you read books in black and white — and does it exceptionally well for the price. The Carta 1300 display is sharp, the warm light and dark mode are thoughtfully implemented, and Kobo's open approach means you're never locked into one vendor. If you read primarily text-based content (novels, essays, articles) and don't need color, this is the no-brainer purchase. Library card holder? Even better — Libby integration means unlimited free books. This is the e-reader that wins on value.”