---
product_id: 633058582
title: "Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black"
brand: "kobo"
price: "$292.36"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Kobo"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/633058582-clara-bw-ereader-6-glare-free-touchscreen-with-comfortlight-pro
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# IPX8 waterproof up to 2m/60min 16GB storage for 12,000 eBooks & 75 audiobooks 6” glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black

**Brand:** kobo
**Price:** $292.36
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📚 Elevate your reading game—because your stories deserve the best screen time.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black by kobo
- **How much does it cost?** $292.36 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/633058582-clara-bw-ereader-6-glare-free-touchscreen-with-comfortlight-pro)

## 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

- • **Eye-Care Tech:** ComfortLight PRO adjusts brightness & blue light to protect your sleep and reduce eye strain.
- • **Eco-Friendly & Durable:** Crafted with recycled ocean-bound plastics and designed for repairability—read smarter, live greener.
- • **Read Anywhere, Anytime:** Glare-free 6” E Ink screen with fast page turns for bright sunlight or cozy dark mode nights.
- • **Massive Library On-the-Go:** 16GB storage holds up to 12,000 eBooks or 75 audiobooks, so your entire collection fits in your pocket.
- • **Waterproof & Travel-Ready:** IPX8 rating means poolside, beach, or bath reads without worry—your stories go where you go.

## Overview

The Kobo Clara BW is a sleek 6-inch eReader featuring a glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD touchscreen with fast page turns and customizable Dark Mode. It offers ComfortLight PRO technology to reduce blue light and protect your eyes, making it perfect for day or night reading. Fully waterproof with an IPX8 rating, it withstands immersion up to 2 meters for 60 minutes, ideal for poolside or beach use. With 16GB of storage, it can hold up to 12,000 eBooks or 75 audiobooks, supported by Bluetooth for wireless listening. Made with recycled ocean-bound plastics, it combines eco-conscious design with durability and weeks of battery life, making it a top choice for mindful, on-the-go readers.

## 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: A Kindle-Killer: The Kobo Clara BW - 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 desertcart 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. desertcart 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.

## 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 |
| Average Battery Life (in hours) | 7 Hours |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,392 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #34 in eBook Readers |
| Brand | Kobo |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,925) |
| Date First Available | April 5, 2024 |
| Department | unisex |
| Flash Memory Size | 16 GB |
| Hardware Platform | Kobo OS |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.3 x 0.35 x 4.41 inches |
| Item Weight | 6.1 ounces |
| Item model number | KOBO CLARA BW (BLACK) |
| Manufacturer | Rakuten Kobo |
| Operating System | Kobo OS |
| Processor | 1 GHz |
| Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 0.35 x 4.41 inches |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Screen Resolution | 1072x1448 |
| Series | Kobo Clara BW |
| Standing screen display size | 6 Inches |
| Voltage | 230 |

## 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

![Clara BW | eReader | 6” Glare-Free Touchscreen with ComfortLight PRO | Dark Mode Option | Audiobooks | Waterproof | 16GB of Storage | Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61i6OwFTd+L.jpg)

## 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple and excellent e-reader
*by J***A on September 12, 2025*

Lightweight, clear screen, amazing battery life, and incredibly easy to sideload ebooks onto. Not compatible with Kindle, unfortunately, but this is not a deal-breaker for me.

## 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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