ONYX BOOX Nova vs PocketBook InkPad Color
December 08, 2025 | Author: Dhaval Parekh
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ONYX BOOX Nova Air is an e-book reader with an increased screen diagonal and high resolution. The stylus that comes with the device allows you not only to take notes in a separate application, but also directly in the text of documents. The body of the reader is made of magnesium alloy, which makes it lightweight and durable. The NOVA Air model is based on the Android which allows you to use various third-party applications and makes the device more multipurpose. Thanks to the increased screen diagonal and double touch control, the e-reader will be an ideal choice for those who read fiction books and work with technical documents.
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PocketBook InkPad Color is equipped with big E Ink color screen capable of displaying 4096 colors. The frontlight provides users with the freedom of reading anytime and anywhere. It can play audiobooks and music, supporting 6 popular audio formats (M4A, M4B, OGG, OGG.ZIP, MP3, MP3.ZIP). PocketBook InkPad Color supports a record number of formats: 19 book, 4 graphic and 6 audio.
ONYX BOOX Nova vs PocketBook InkPad Color in our news:
2023. Pocketbook unveiled its first e-note - Pocketbook InkPad X Pro
Pocketbook unveiled Pocketbook InkPad X - its first e-reader that supports digital note-taking. It allows handwriting and PDF editing thanks to its built-in 10.3-inch E INK WACOM screen. The stylus with an eraser is included and provides impressive pressure sensitivity (4096 levels). However, the device is also compatible with third-party styluses and also allows users to use finger gestures such as pinch-to-zoom, tap and page turning. Convenient buttons for manual page turning, Home button and a settings button are located at the bottom of the device. Notably, this is the company's first e-reader based on Android (previous offerings were Linux-based). The device is priced at $420.
2021. Onyx released Boox Nova 3 with color E Ink screen
Onyx has launched a new version of its e-reader, the Boox Nova 3. This model is nearly identical to the standard Nova 3, but it features a color 7.8-inch E Ink display. Additionally, it includes a cool-colored frontlight (without the warm light option) and an improved touchscreen with stylus support, though the resolution remains unchanged. The other specifications are the same: 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, USB-C, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. Like other Boox e-readers, it operates on Android 10 and supports the installation of Android apps. Users can draw in 16 colors, use 5 different brushes and read and annotate PDF documents. The device also offers new customizable settings, additional gestures, screen recording and updated sharing options for easy content transfer. Additionally, the ePub engine has been enhanced. It is priced at $419.99 and includes a complimentary case.
