Amazon
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft
B
Ranked #9 in E-Readers
Backed by 4 cited sources
Covered by 4 outlets
The best color e-ink panel in the Kindle ecosystem - more saturated color and less ghosting than rivals - but at $279 it costs far more than the Kobo Clara Colour, drops to 150ppi in color, and its filter layer slightly dims plain-text reading. Only worth it if you're locked into Kindle and want color.
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Key features
- ✓ 7-inch color E Ink display
- ✓ More saturated color than rival Kaleido panels
- ✓ IPX8 waterproof
- ✓ Auto-adjusting front light
- ✓ Kindle ecosystem
The sources behind this ranking
4 cited sources cover Amazon Kindle Colorsoft. Here's the stance each one takes.
B 2 C 2
T 
The eBook Reader Colors look better than similar Kaleido models with less ghosting, but the gray dot pattern reduces contrast for plain text. B Read → G 
Good e-Reader Calls it possibly the best color ereader on the market for those inside the Kindle ecosystem, while noting color e-ink's inherent softness. B Read → T 
TechRadar Advises skipping the Colorsoft in favor of a discounted Kobo Libra Colour. C Read → S 
Six Colors 'No perfect choices' - paying more for the color screen just isn't worth it yet. C Read →
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