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Teddman · 04-29-2010, 02:27 PM

The 505 comes with a very nice faux-leather cover. The 300 does not (it's an extra $20 or so from Sony).

I still consider the 505 the model to beat because its hardware quality and ergonomic feel in the hand is superior to anything else out there (though I haven't held nearly every reader on the market, it seems that way to me). It has great screen contrast. And I also appreciate the simple elegance of the UI--it's very easy to move around in menus and do what the device is meant for: reading.

I love the 505 so much I already bought a backup model off of eBay (used for around $200).

04-29-2010, 02:27 PM	#19
Teddman Addict Posts: 242 Karma: 695 Join Date: Jun 2009 Device: Sony PRS-505	The 505 comes with a very nice faux-leather cover. The 300 does not (it's an extra $20 or so from Sony). I still consider the 505 the model to beat because its hardware quality and ergonomic feel in the hand is superior to anything else out there (though I haven't held nearly every reader on the market, it seems that way to me). It has great screen contrast. And I also appreciate the simple elegance of the UI--it's very easy to move around in menus and do what the device is meant for: reading. I love the 505 so much I already bought a backup model off of eBay (used for around $200). Last edited by Teddman; 04-29-2010 at 02:29 PM.