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Boox Go 10.3 Gen 2 vs SUPERNOTE MANTA

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

SUPERNOTE MANTA comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.1 vs 3.9). The gap is mostly about portability-focused note-takers who value writing flow — read the strengths below before deciding.

Boox Go 10.3 Gen 2
Ranked #7 in Best E-Ink Tablets
Boox Go 10.3 Gen 2
8 sourcesall derived

The BOOX Go 10.3 Gen II offers a compelling alternative to Amazon's Kindle Scribe with its sharp 10.3-inch monochrome E-Ink display and Android flexibility. Android Authority praised its paper-like reading experience and lightweight design, while YouTube reviewer noted the device's comfort and clean aesthetic. However, the stylus requires charging and the software can feel dense. The tablet is ideal for users wanting more from an e-ink device without sacrificing focus or comfort, though those needing front light may prefer the Lumi variant.

Strengths
  • — Lightweight design at 360g with 4.6mm thickness for comfortable long writing sessions
  • — Flexible Android-based software experience with full Play Store access and multi-note-taking workflows
  • — Excellent file format support including EPUBs, PDFs, Word docs, and archive files without conversion tools
Watch-outs
  • — BOOX software can feel overly dense with some apps needing optimization tweaks for E-Ink
  • — The stylus requires charging
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SUPERNOTE MANTA
Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best E-Ink Tablets
SUPERNOTE MANTA
6 sourcesall derived$505as of Sep 28

The Supernote Manta earns praise for its lightweight, flexible design and intuitive writing experience, with reviewers highlighting its 375g weight and Mobius Carta e-ink screen as key advantages. ewritable.net called it a 'mindful place for your thoughts' and noted its 'tasteful' construction. While it lacks features like frontlight and fast refresh rates found in competitors, users report it excels in daily use for note-taking, journaling, and task management. The half-folio cover design keeps it light even when closed, though some reviewers noted it may expose the rear panel to damage. It's best suited for users prioritizing portability and writing flow over advanced features.

Strengths
  • — Lightweight design at 375g, making it easy to carry and hold with one hand
  • — Uses flexible Mobius Carta e-ink panel for durability and lightweight feel
  • — Intuitive navigation and fast, seamless writing experience
Watch-outs
  • — No frontlight for screen illumination in low-light conditions
  • — Lacks proprietary technology for fast refresh rates and app performance
$505 · Buy at supernote.comFull review →

Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Boox Go 10.3 Gen 2

The BOOX Go 10.3 Gen 2 offers Android flexibility and full Play Store access that the Kindle Scribe doesn't provide, but it lacks a front light unlike the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft and requires a charging stylus unlike the Supernote Manta. Compared to the reMarkable Paper Pro, it provides more app support but lacks the color display and subscription features.

SUPERNOTE MANTA

The Supernote Manta excels in portability and writing flow with its lightweight design and flexible screen, unlike the reMarkable Paper Pro which offers a more robust color display and subscription-based storage. Compared to the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, it lacks a front light and color capabilities but provides a more distraction-free writing experience.

Specs side-by-side

SpecBoox Go 10.3 Gen 2SUPERNOTE MANTA
Display Size10.3-inch 300ppi monochrome E-Ink10.7-inch flexible E Ink
Battery3,700mAh3600 mAh
Storage64GB32 GB
Weight360g375g
RAM4GB4 GB
Resolution2480x18601920 × 2560 pixels
StylusBOOX InkSense PlusCeramic NeverReplace Nib
ProcessorOcta-coreRK3566 Quad-Core 1.8 GHz
Dimensions9"L x 7"W x 0.17"Th9.9"L x 7.2"W x 0.24"Th
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