BOOX Palma 2 Mobile ePaper eBook Reader Fingerprint Recognition Smart Button Dual Microphones (Dark Green Black)

I’m absolutely in love with the Boox Palma 2 so far and have already gotten so many compliments and questions from friends! After reading up a lot about it before officially buying it, I decided to buy this on Amazon instead of direct for the peace of mind of getting a protection plan. I love how it’s small enough to fit in my pocket with my phone, but still the perfect size for reading. I don’t have a case yet and it feels pretty sturdy, but I may invest in one soon just in case. The battery hasn’t died since I bought it almost a week ago, so that’s pretty great! I was worried about the price, since it’s pretty expensive for an e-reader, but I don’t regret splurging on it at all. I do somewhat wish I bought the white version but I do really love the black.

I’ve had another e-reader for about 10 years. I loved the E Ink display—it’s so much easier on the eyes—but I always hated that it was bulkier than my phone. Because of that, I often found myself just reading on my phone instead.Eventually, I decided to take a leap and try the Palma 2. Yes, it's definitely on the more expensive side, but it’s been a game changer for me.What I Love:Ultra-slim and light: It’s so compact that it feels like carrying a phone, not a bulky e-reader.App flexibility: You can download all your favorite reading apps, thanks to full access to the Google Play Store.Customization: It’s completely customizable in terms of layout, apps, and functionality.Best E Ink screen I’ve come across: Includes a yellow light option for night reading and even a no-light option.Physical buttons: You can use the volume buttons to turn pages, which is incredibly satisfying and useful.Battery life: Better than a phone. I get about a week and a half of constant reading out of it.A Few Drawbacks:Price: It’s more expensive than other e-readers. If size isn’t an issue for you, the cheaper brands may still be a better value.Occasional glitches: It can freeze sometimes and takes effort to reset when that happens.Fingerprint sensor issues: Mine never worked properly, even after resets.Would I Buy It Again?Absolutely. For someone like me—who prefers reading on a phone due to size and portability—it’s the perfect in-between. But if you’re already comfortable with traditional e-readers and don’t mind the bulk, a less expensive model might make more sense.

I use this specifically for my many apps to access books and audiobooks. Understanding that this device is e-ink technology will help with realistic expectations.I enjoy it because I can toggle between my different reading apps, and don’t need to carry multiple e-readers. I can also play audiobooks from the speaker or with headphones (via Bluetooth connection). It’s my main device when listening to audiobooks with Libby, Hoopla, CloudLibrary, and Audible. Which means I don’t need to have my phone on me, so I limit distractions. I’ve been more productive without the temptation to scroll through videos on my phone.I have no regrets with this purchase.