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product_id: 633058582
title: "Kobo Clara BW eReader, 6” Touchscreen, Waterproof, 16GB, Black"
brand: "kobo"
price: "€ 321.59"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/633058582-kobo-clara-bw-ereader-6-touchscreen-waterproof-16gb-black
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# IPX8 waterproof up to 2m for 60 mins 6” glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD 16GB storage + weeks battery life Kobo Clara BW eReader, 6” Touchscreen, Waterproof, 16GB, Black

**Brand:** kobo
**Price:** € 321.59
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📚 Dive into endless stories, rain or shine, with Kobo Clara BW — your eco-smart reading companion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kobo Clara BW eReader, 6” Touchscreen, Waterproof, 16GB, Black by kobo
- **How much does it cost?** € 321.59 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/633058582-kobo-clara-bw-ereader-6-touchscreen-waterproof-16gb-black)

## Best For

- kobo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kobo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Chic Design:** Crafted with recycled and ocean-bound plastics, combining sustainability with sleek minimalism.
- • **Read Anywhere, Anytime:** Glare-free 6” E Ink screen ensures crisp reading even in bright sunlight or cozy dark mode nights.
- • **Your Library, Unleashed:** Massive 16GB storage holds up to 12,000 eBooks or 75 audiobooks—carry your entire world in one device.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** IPX8 waterproof rating means poolside, beach, or bath reads without worry—your stories stay safe.
- • **Eye-Care Tech for Better Sleep:** ComfortLight PRO reduces blue light and adjusts brightness, so you read longer without sacrificing rest.

## Overview

The Kobo Clara BW is a compact 6-inch eReader featuring a glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD touchscreen, IPX8 waterproof protection for up to 60 minutes at 2 meters depth, and 16GB of storage capable of holding thousands of eBooks and audiobooks. Designed with ComfortLight PRO to reduce blue light and customizable brightness, it offers a comfortable reading experience day or night. Made from recycled and ocean-bound plastics, it combines sustainability with portability and weeks-long battery life, making it ideal for eco-conscious readers on the go.

## Description

Enjoy the simple joys of reading with Kobo Clara BW, the perfect eReader for those new to eBooks. Its glare-free 6" screen lets you read in bright sunlight without reflections, and you can safely take it to the beach or pool with its full waterproof protection. For nighttime reading, Kobo Clara BW features optional Dark Mode, plus built-in ComfortLight PRO to adjust brightness and reduce blue light. Listen to Kobo Audiobooks whenever you like with Bluetooth wireless technology. With 16GB of storage, bring your entire Kobo library anywhere. Kobo Clara BW is part of our ongoing commitment to reduce our impact on the environment, and is made with recycled and ocean-bound plastic. It’s a better way to take your reading life to the next level.

Review: Great ereader, it goes everywhere with me! - I absolutely love this eReader and take it with me everywhere. The Kobo Clara BW is lightweight, comfortable to hold, and very easy to use, which makes it great for travel and everyday reading. The screen is smooth, durable, and truly glare-free. I can read for long stretches without eye strain, even in bright light. It has replaced doom-scrolling on my phone before bed, which has made my sleep better. One of my favorite things about this device is how customizable it is. Beyond the standard settings, there’s a hidden menu that lets you fine-tune the reading experience even more, which I really appreciate. The dark mode (inverse reading) is excellent and something I use all the time, especially at night. I have two minor complaints: 1) when switching between menus in dark mode, the screen briefly flashes as it refreshes. 2) response time when clicking is not lightning speed, just normal speed. This sometimes makes me click things twice accidentally. Both are noticeable, but not dealbreakers, and they're the only issues I’ve had after 6+ months of near daily use. I love that I can load PDFs and EPUBs directly from my computer without needing a subscription. For me, that freedom alone sets it apart from other eReaders. It seems like a well-built device that does exactly what I want it to do. If you’re looking for a simple, flexible, and enjoyable reading experience, this one is hard to beat.
Review: good - between the kobo clara bw and a basic kindle, i would pick the kobo despite being nearly similar yet more expensive than it's kindle counterpart. personally, i'm not interested in the kindle/desertcart ecosystem as they subscribe to the "you will own nothing and be happy" model. look online of the horror stories of kindle users having their libraries nuked when licenses end. it is ironic though, considering i purchased my kobo from desertcart, but that aside it's other minor things that pushed me to get a clara bw over a kindle basic. 1. the presence of an ad-supported & ad-free business model is really gross, especially considering many countries outside of the US, kindles come ad-free anyways. 2. the power button on the kobo is recessed, versus being on the bottom like a kindle; i don't like the idea of my e-reader turning on when it jostles in a bag. 3. has similar if not identical specs, otherwise, to the flagship kindle basic. fast, responsive, good dpi, and comfortably compact, and is made of mostly recycled materials. now, whether to pick a clara BW over color, while i like the option for color for $20 more, i only use my ereader for text based books and not comic books. i don't need color, and i didn't like that a color kobo without backlight was darker than a BW without backlight. that's just the nature of it, but for a regular book reader i was fine with a BW. but if you regularly read comics, a clara color would be a good option to consider. as for a kobo clara over a kobo libra (with stylus compatibility & physical buttons), again, i just wanted a simple, compact ereader. i dont take notes on an ereader, which would feel extremely performative since i read fiction books lmao. physical buttons would be awesome, but it made the whole device clunkier looking. not swag as for using the device, it works fantastically. very responsive, bright, great warm-light options, and looks crisp. lightweight and comfortable in the hand, and has usb-c so no extra weird cable. i wish there was more options for organizing books, especially as i often sideload fics from ao3, but the collections feature works fine enough.

## Features

- READ COMFORTABLY ANY TIME – Glare-free 6” E Ink Carta 1300 HD lets you read in bright sunlight without reflections with fast page-turns and optional Dark Mode for better nighttime reading
- EASY ON THE EYES – Use ComfortLight PRO to adjust your eReader’s brightness, color temperature, and blue light so you won’t be kept awake
- IPX8 WATERPROOF EREADER – Full waterproof protection and meets requirements of IPX8 rating – waterproof for up to 60 minutes in up to 2 meters of water
- BETTER BY DESIGN – Thoughtfully made with recycled and ocean-bound plastic and repairability to waterproof protection
- BRING YOUR WHOLE LIBRARY ANYWHERE – Carry up to 12,000 eBooks or 75 Kobo Audiobooks with 16GB of storage and enjoy weeks of battery life

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CZXYV8GT |
| Battery Average Life | 7 hours |
| Battery Description | Lithium-Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #29,376 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #63 in eBook Readers |
| Brand | Kobo |
| Built-In Media | eReader |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Kobo ecosystem, OverDrive libraries |
| Connectivity Technology | WiFi, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,851 Reviews |
| Display Technology | Electronic Ink |
| File Format | EPUB |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00681495009558 |
| Human-Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 6.3"L x 4.41"W x 0.35"Th |
| Item Weight | 6.14 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Rakuten Kobo |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | N365-KU-BK-K-EP |
| Model Name | Kobo Clara BW |
| Model Number | KOBO CLARA BW (BLACK) |
| Native Resolution | 1072x1448 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | glare-free touchscreen, ComfortLight PRO, waterproof protection, eco-friendly construction using recycled and ocean-bound plastic |
| Processor Speed | 1 GHz |
| RAM Memory Installed | 16 GB |
| Screen Size | 6 inches |
| UPC | 681495009558 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Battery Life:** 7 hours
- **Brand:** Kobo
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** WiFi, Bluetooth, USB-C
- **Display Technology:** Electronic Ink
- **Display resolution:** 1072x1448
- **Included Components:** eReader
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 16 GB
- **Model Name:** Kobo Clara BW
- **Screen Size:** 6 inches

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great ereader, it goes everywhere with me!
*by R***Z on December 13, 2025*

I absolutely love this eReader and take it with me everywhere. The Kobo Clara BW is lightweight, comfortable to hold, and very easy to use, which makes it great for travel and everyday reading. The screen is smooth, durable, and truly glare-free. I can read for long stretches without eye strain, even in bright light. It has replaced doom-scrolling on my phone before bed, which has made my sleep better. One of my favorite things about this device is how customizable it is. Beyond the standard settings, there’s a hidden menu that lets you fine-tune the reading experience even more, which I really appreciate. The dark mode (inverse reading) is excellent and something I use all the time, especially at night. I have two minor complaints: 1) when switching between menus in dark mode, the screen briefly flashes as it refreshes. 2) response time when clicking is not lightning speed, just normal speed. This sometimes makes me click things twice accidentally. Both are noticeable, but not dealbreakers, and they're the only issues I’ve had after 6+ months of near daily use. I love that I can load PDFs and EPUBs directly from my computer without needing a subscription. For me, that freedom alone sets it apart from other eReaders. It seems like a well-built device that does exactly what I want it to do. If you’re looking for a simple, flexible, and enjoyable reading experience, this one is hard to beat.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ good
*by V***V on March 2, 2026*

between the kobo clara bw and a basic kindle, i would pick the kobo despite being nearly similar yet more expensive than it's kindle counterpart. personally, i'm not interested in the kindle/amazon ecosystem as they subscribe to the "you will own nothing and be happy" model. look online of the horror stories of kindle users having their libraries nuked when licenses end. it is ironic though, considering i purchased my kobo from amazon, but that aside it's other minor things that pushed me to get a clara bw over a kindle basic. 1. the presence of an ad-supported & ad-free business model is really gross, especially considering many countries outside of the US, kindles come ad-free anyways. 2. the power button on the kobo is recessed, versus being on the bottom like a kindle; i don't like the idea of my e-reader turning on when it jostles in a bag. 3. has similar if not identical specs, otherwise, to the flagship kindle basic. fast, responsive, good dpi, and comfortably compact, and is made of mostly recycled materials. now, whether to pick a clara BW over color, while i like the option for color for $20 more, i only use my ereader for text based books and not comic books. i don't need color, and i didn't like that a color kobo without backlight was darker than a BW without backlight. that's just the nature of it, but for a regular book reader i was fine with a BW. but if you regularly read comics, a clara color would be a good option to consider. as for a kobo clara over a kobo libra (with stylus compatibility & physical buttons), again, i just wanted a simple, compact ereader. i dont take notes on an ereader, which would feel extremely performative since i read fiction books lmao. physical buttons would be awesome, but it made the whole device clunkier looking. not swag as for using the device, it works fantastically. very responsive, bright, great warm-light options, and looks crisp. lightweight and comfortable in the hand, and has usb-c so no extra weird cable. i wish there was more options for organizing books, especially as i often sideload fics from ao3, but the collections feature works fine enough.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Kindle-Killer: The Kobo Clara BW
*by A***N on June 22, 2025*

The Kobo Clara Black and White is an excellent e-reader with a crystal-clear screen. You will not be disappointed with its two-week battery life, even if that may seem less impressive compared to Amazon Kindles. Its wonderful features and seamless integration with computer software like Calibre more than make up for it. With Calibre, you can easily and freely send books from Project Gutenberg, and you can rest assured that you actually own the E-Ink library you are building. Just like physical books, you know that the files on your hard drive—whether from publishers, Project Gutenberg, or other free resources—are truly yours. Amazon Kindle, on the other hand, robs you of ownership. They have, in fact, recently revoked people of access to books they believed they owned. If a book is on Kindle, you no longer truly own it. That’s why I give my utmost endorsement to those considering a switch to Kobo. But don’t switch just because you dislike Kindle—if your Kindle works for you, use it until its battery gives out. However, if you’re looking for a new platform, I urge you to choose Kobo. If you’ve never tried E-Ink before, buy the Kobo. Try it—you won’t be disappointed, and you won’t want to go back. This device truly shines when paired with the Calibre library system. Calibre is a free program you can download on macOS or Windows, and it completely changes your ability to manage a vast E-Ink library and transfer books to and from your Kobo with ease. The Kobo Clara Black and White is compact enough to fit in your pocket. You can change the font and typeface with ease, and you can easily switch the background to black and white to make nighttime reading easier on your eyes. All in all, I highly recommend the Kobo Clara Black and White and give it my full endorsement.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kobo Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black
- Kobo Clara Colour/BW SleepCover Case | Black | Sleep/Wake Technology | Built-in 2-Way Stand | Vegan Leather | Compatible with 6” Kobo Clara Colour/BW eReader
- Kobo Clara Colour/BW SleepCover Case | Misty Green | Sleep/Wake Technology | Built-in 2-Way Stand | Vegan Leather | Compatible with 6” Kobo Clara Colour/BW eReader

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*Last updated: 2026-09-01*