Today, I want to talk about a new device that's just made its debut in USA: the BOOX Note Max. With its large 13.3-inch screen and ultra-thin design, it promises an unmatched reading and work experience. But is it really all it seems?
The Note Max is designed mostly for work, and you can tell from its specs.
With its E Ink Carta 1300 technology and 13.3-inch display, it offers excellent screen quality with clearer blacks and whites, reducing eye strain compared to previous models. This is the most advanced e-paper technology available in 2025, also featured in the smaller format Kobo Clara BW.
However, I think its size makes it a bit bulky and somewhat heavy for long reading sessions. This is true for other similar devices like the Kindle Scribe or the Remarkable Paper Pro as well. The Remarkable stands out with a color screen that might appeal to some users.
Looking at the Boox Note Max, its sleek finish and wide screen clearly target professionals who love digital workspaces. It’s more of a work-friendly device rather than a pure reading companion. The "split screen" feature and 2.8 GHz Octa-Core processor make it a versatile tool for taking notes, annotating documents, or handling projects, all while balancing power and ergonomics.
With 6 GB of RAM and access to Google Play Store (Android 13), it’s like having a mobile workstation.
If you choose the optional detachable keyboard, you can turn the Boox Note Max into a modern typewriter. The idea of typing comfortably on an E Ink screen is exciting, though I have reservations about its portability. Given its size and weight, I see it more as a desktop buddy than an e-reader for daily commutes.
In the end, the BOOX Note Max is an intriguing choice for those seeking an e-paper device for work. Still, it probably won’t replace your lightweight, simple reading devices if that’s your main need. Priced at $649.99, it might attract professionals looking for a digital solution for their projects, though it’s less ideal for reading ebooks, in my opinion.
If you're interested, you can find it now on the BOOX online store and Amazon.
What do you think? Could the BOOX Note Max fit into your daily life, or would you prefer a lighter e-reader? Personally, I'm keen to see how this device competes with the already well-established options.
Technical Specifications:
- 13.3-inch black and white E Ink screen, Carta 1300
- Resolution: 3200 x 2400 pixels (300 PPI)
- Touchscreen and stylus input
- WiFi
- Bluetooth 5.0
- USB-C
- Speakers
- 3700 mAh battery
- Android 13 with Google Play Store
- Supported ebook formats: EPUB, PDF, Adobe DRM, TXT, RTF, HTML, CHM, Doc, FB2, PNG, JPG, TIFF, GIF, and BMP
- Supported audio formats: WAV, MP3
- Additional features: Text-to-speech
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