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Onyx Boox Page: what owners actually say
Owners praise the physical buttons, slimness, and app versatility but flag pricing disparity and lack of water resistance as key letdowns.
What owners complain about
- EU vs US pricing gap FEW
A significant price difference between the EU and US Boox shop is called out as a frustration for international buyers.
- No water resistance FEW
Owners wish the device had an IP rating so they could read by the pool without worry.
- Spec accuracy concerns FEW
At least one owner questions whether the advertised 195g weight is accurate, noting Boox specs have been unreliable on some devices.
- Screen quality vs Kobo Libra 2 FEW
A former Kobo Libra 2 user reports losing interest after switching to a Boox Leaf 2 because the screen wasn't as good, and is weighing whether the Page would recapture that quality.
What owners love
- Physical page-turn buttons
Owners are enthusiastic about the physical buttons, calling themselves big fans of this feature.
- Slim, light form factor with included case
The device is praised for its slim size, the included case (which doubles as a landscape stand with non-slip edges), and its light weight making it easy to hold.
- Highly adjustable built-in reader
The built-in reading app is highlighted as very adjustable, with Google Translate integration specifically called out as crucial and easy to set up.
- Full Android app flexibility
Buyers specifically chose the Page over slower e-ink devices because they can install any app via the Play Store, making it versatile beyond just reading.
- Surprisingly watchable video playback
One owner was not expecting to be impressed but found video playback quality on the e-ink screen genuinely watchable.
Surprising patterns
- Multiple owners are asking whether the Page — which Boox does not market as a note-taking device — could still work for journaling with a third-party stylus via the Play Store.
- There is notable uncertainty about MicroSD card capacity limits, with several owners unsure how large a card the device can handle without glitches, suggesting unclear official guidance.
- Owners are actively exploring workarounds like Bluetooth remote controls as page turners and Libby audiobook access in Canada, indicating they treat this as a multi-purpose tablet rather than a dedicated e-reader.
WHO SHOULD SKIP IT
Buyers who need a waterproof device for pool or bath reading, or EU customers sensitive to large regional price markups, should look elsewhere based on what owners report.
Synthesised from 56 real owner comments across 2 platforms. Every point is grounded in the comments — no marketing, no AI guessing. How we do it →