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user38 · 12-30-2013, 09:51 PM

It comes down to personal preference. For me, form factor is the major issue. I have an Aura and I am very happy with it.

I looked a the HD but it was bigger and clunkier. Also the Aura has a flush bezel whereas the screen of the HD is recessed. The Aura, for me, was much nicer to hold and use.

The Aura has a capacitive screen whereas the HD has a resistive screen. However, I don't know if this is a significant difference. To me, the major advantage of the HD over the Aura is the option of upgrading the internal memory of the HD. However, if you are not comfortable taking your e-reader apart this advantage is moot.

I understand the HD has a higher resolution screen. This, plus the larger screen, may be an advantage in reading graphic novels. However, I personally did not notice a significant difference.

I understand the software is identical and, from the specs, I think they both use the same processor. I haven't compared the light but I am very happy with the light in my Aura.

The Aura is not necessarily better than the HD and if the Aura did not exist I would be very happy with a HD. But to me, the Aura feels nicer in my hand. My advice is to go to a store and compare the Aura and HD.

Stephen

12-30-2013, 09:51 PM	#2
user38 Enthusiast Posts: 29 Karma: 89640 Join Date: Dec 2011 Device: Sony PRS T1	It comes down to personal preference. For me, form factor is the major issue. I have an Aura and I am very happy with it. I looked a the HD but it was bigger and clunkier. Also the Aura has a flush bezel whereas the screen of the HD is recessed. The Aura, for me, was much nicer to hold and use. The Aura has a capacitive screen whereas the HD has a resistive screen. However, I don't know if this is a significant difference. To me, the major advantage of the HD over the Aura is the option of upgrading the internal memory of the HD. However, if you are not comfortable taking your e-reader apart this advantage is moot. I understand the HD has a higher resolution screen. This, plus the larger screen, may be an advantage in reading graphic novels. However, I personally did not notice a significant difference. I understand the software is identical and, from the specs, I think they both use the same processor. I haven't compared the light but I am very happy with the light in my Aura. The Aura is not necessarily better than the HD and if the Aura did not exist I would be very happy with a HD. But to me, the Aura feels nicer in my hand. My advice is to go to a store and compare the Aura and HD. Stephen Last edited by user38; 12-30-2013 at 09:53 PM.