eBook readers and apps compared

This is an overview of the accessibility benefits and obstacles of a selection of eBook readers (hardware) and eBook apps (software), aimed at giving you a useful starting point if you are interested in trying eBooks out for yourself.

If you are interested in more general information on ebook readers visit the Which? website.

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Amazon eBook readers and apps

What's the Kindle like to use if you're blind or partially sighted? We present an overview of the benefits and obstacles.

Apple eBook app

Apple have lead the way in embedding accessibility into their devices - so how do they do with eBooks? We examine the benefits and obstacles of the iBooks eBook app.

Sony eBook readers and apps

How well do Sony handle accessibility? We outline the benefits and obstacles of Sony's eBook readers.

Other eBook readers and apps

Here are some less well-known options that might still suit some people, like the BeBook and Bookeen.

Adobe Digital Editions app

Many eBooks have to be read with Digital Editions, but how easy is it for a blind or partially sighted person to use it?

Kobo eBook readers

Kobo eBook readers are now available in the UK, so here is some information about their good and bad points.

Last updated: 18 May 2012

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