Tablet or ereader – which device is better to read ebooks? [questionnaire]

There are a lot of useful reviews which thoroughly list pros and cons of ereading devices (like Kindle, Nook or Kobo) and tablets (f.e. iPad, Archos or Galaxy Tab). But eventually it’s you, not the reviewer who will be reading ebooks on a device you’ll spend money on.

So instead of sharing a next review, analysis or opinion, I created a simple questionnaire which can help you define your own reading preferences.

1. How often do I read books?

A. Regularly

B. Occasionally

2. Is color important for me?

A. No

B. Yes

3. What kind of books do I mostly read?

A. Text only (fiction)

B. Text with pictures and/or graphics (guides, cookbooks, handbooks)

4. Do I want to play videos within a book?

A. No

B. Yes

5. How much time am I reading a book at once?

A. More than an hour

B. Less than an hour

6. Am I concerned about eye strain?

A. Yes

B. No

7. Will the device be used by other members of my family?

A. No

B. Yes

8. Will I use this device to read books to my children?

A. No

B. Yes

9. Do I want to have constant access to social media?

A. No

B. Yes

10. Do I expect this device to actually help me focus on reading?

A. Yes

B. No

11. What other functions do I want to have?

A. Music

B. Music, videos, games, internet, mail

12. Do I want to have easy access to different ebookstores?

A. No, one ebookstore is enough

B. Yes, I want to download/buy ebooks from different sources

If you’ve chosen answer “A” more than 6 times, you’ll feel better with an ereader. It’s a great device to help you focus on reading for long hours.

More than 6 picks for “B” means, that you may prefer a tablet. It’s a versatile device with a full multimedia support, which can be used by all members of your family for different purposes.

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