[jackj]

I've used 6" Kindles since they first came out, including most recently a PW4. They've met my needs well, which is mostly getting free books from my public library through OverDrive. I've also owned a Kobo Glo HD since that model was released, purchased primarily to sideload books my my library's Cloud Library service, which doesn't work with Kindle.

I hadn't used the Kobo for over a year, but just got it out for a book I can't get from OverDrive. I forgot how nice it is. It's a little sluggish and the default dictionary is too limited (I assume I can upgrade it, tho), but I like just about everything else about it, especially adjusting the brightness without going to a menu.

But I wish I could get books directly from OverDrive with it, which apparently only the newer models can do. Yeah, sideloading is possible there, but I had Adobe Digital Editions with a passion, as it causes me nothing but grief with authorization hassles.

I've been happy with the portability of the 6" readers, so I'm pretty confident the Clara HD will work well for me. But I'm tempted to splurge the extra US$50 for the Libra, mostly to see if I like the bigger screen. Waterproofing doesn't mean much to me, and I don't need page buttons. I also own four 6" readers already, so adding a fifth seems excessive.

Anyone tried the Libra only to wish they'd saved some cash and gotten a Clara to better fit in a pocket or an overstuffed bag?

The screen issues on the Libra are only a slight concern for me. I'm not super picky about even lighting, though I'm sure the worst of the Libras would have disappointed me. I think I can live with the darker edge.

Also wondering if anyone has a recent shipping time for purchases from Kobo.com to the states (Indiana, in my case). I understand they ship from Toronto. I'd rather buy from them than Walmart, but not if it'll take more than a couple days extra.

Thanks!