Between the Kindle (2024) and Clara BW, the Kindle (2024) comes out ahead in weight, while the Clara BW wins on waterproof. Overall, the Kindle (2024) scores 58.2 and the Clara BW scores 58.2 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes, with the decision sitting on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
Pick the Kindle (2024) if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. The biggest gaps in its favor are weight.
Pick the Clara BW if you care most about waterproof. Its strongest claims are waterproof.
Both ship with comparable screen size, resolution, storage, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity tells you both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Why Amazon - Kindle (2024) wins
- ▲Weight — 14.00 g less. 158 vs 172.
Why Kobo - Clara BW wins
- ▲Has Waterproof.
Spec comparison
Display
| Spec | Amazon - Kindle (2024) | Kobo - Clara BW |
|---|---|---|
| Screen sizeⓘ | 6 " | 6 " |
| Resolution | 300 ppi | 300 ppi |
| Color screen | false | false |
| Warm light | false | truelead |
Design
| Spec | Amazon - Kindle (2024) | Kobo - Clara BW |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 158 glead | 172 g |
| Waterproof | false | truelead |
| Page-turn buttons | false | false |
Storage & Battery
| Spec | Amazon - Kindle (2024) | Kobo - Clara BW |
|---|---|---|
| Storageⓘ | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Battery life | 6 weeks | 6 weeks |
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