Are All Non-Kindle E-readers Laggy and Ghosty?

[DavidInkson]

I’ve used Kindles for years, from the OG model to the Oasis, Paperwhite, etc. The only lag I noticed was with the early keyboard models.

I’ve tried switching away from Amazon, but I keep running into issues with other brands. I recently tried a PocketBook Lux and a Kobo, and both had noticeable lag and ghosting after page turns. I never had that problem with Kindles.

I’m considering the PocketBook Era, but I’m worried it’ll be just as sluggish. Can anyone recommend an e-reader that’s smooth and doesn’t need constant tweaks?

 

[JacobLitman]

I’ve used Kindles for years, from the OG model to the Oasis, Paperwhite, etc. The only lag I noticed was with the early keyboard models.

I’ve tried switching away from Amazon, but I keep running into issues with other brands. I recently tried a PocketBook Lux and a Kobo, and both had noticeable lag and ghosting after page turns. I never had that problem with Kindles.

I’m considering the PocketBook Era, but I’m worried it’ll be just as sluggish. Can anyone recommend an e-reader that’s smooth and doesn’t need constant tweaks?

I recently got the Kobo Clara BW, and it’s noticeably faster than my Kindle Basic 2019, which I bought in 2021. It also handles taps more accurately and consistently. Interestingly, even my 2015 Nook is quicker and more reliable than my Kindle.

 

[EmmaReads]

I’ve used Kindles for years, from the OG model to the Oasis, Paperwhite, etc. The only lag I noticed was with the early keyboard models.

I’ve tried switching away from Amazon, but I keep running into issues with other brands. I recently tried a PocketBook Lux and a Kobo, and both had noticeable lag and ghosting after page turns. I never had that problem with Kindles.

I’m considering the PocketBook Era, but I’m worried it’ll be just as sluggish. Can anyone recommend an e-reader that’s smooth and doesn’t need constant tweaks?

Definitely not. My Kobo is fast enough, and I haven’t noticed any lag. Ghosting is rarely an issue unless you’re doing something extreme, and if it does happen, a quick double tap on the screen clears it right up.

 

[Billy]

It’s true that some non-Kindle e-readers can be laggy, but it really depends on the model. The Kobo Libra 2 and Kobo Sage are much smoother than older models and handle page turns without noticeable lag. As for ghosting, it's less common now with newer e-readers, and if it does happen, a quick tap usually clears it.

If you're worried about lag and want a smooth experience, I’d recommend trying the Onyx Boox Note Air 2 or Note 3. They tend to be more responsive and have a very fluid interface.