BOOX Go US-01 GO 10.3 2025
HOTWAV R7 10.1" HOTWAV R7 Orange 2024
What Buyers Say
BOOX Go US-01 GO 10.3 2025
The Boox 10.2 eReader receives mixed feedback. Users praise its large e-ink screen, open Android platform, and excellent battery life, making it ideal for reading and note-taking. However, significant complaints include a fragile pen, glitchy third-party apps like OneNote and Zotero, slow e-ink refresh rates, and the manufacturer's refusal to upgrade Android beyond version 13, limiting the device's lifespan. The lack of a backlight and a problematic magnetic case also draw criticism.
Pros
- Large e-ink screen
- Open Android platform
- Excellent battery life
- Great for reading and note-taking
- Thin and lightweight design
Cons
- Fragile pen breaks easily
- Glitchy third-party apps (OneNote, Zotero)
- Slow e-ink refresh rate
- No Android updates beyond version 13
- No backlight
HOTWAV R7 10.1" HOTWAV R7 Orange 2024
The HOTWAV R7 rugged tablet is praised for its exceptional battery life, durability, and bright screen, making it ideal for outdoor use and rough handling. Users appreciate the value for money, with many noting it outperforms more expensive tablets in key areas. However, the placement of power and volume buttons on the short edge is a common frustration, and the tablet's weight can be cumbersome for some. Camera quality in low light is also a minor drawback.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Rugged and durable build
- Bright outdoor screen
- Good value for money
- Fast performance
Cons
- Poor button placement on short edge
- Heavy and bulky design
- Low-light camera quality
- Edge screen sensitivity issues
- No home/back navigation buttons
Scores
Specifications
| BOOX Go US-01 GO 10.3 | HOTWAV R7 10.1" HOTWAV R7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 2.4E+3 | AMD Ryzen 5 5600★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC★ | — |
| Expandable | — | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.3" | 10.1" |
| Resolution | 2480 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | — | IPS★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | — |
| Stylus Model | BOOX stylus | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.38 kg★ | 1.44 kg |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13 |
Pros & Cons
BOOX Go US-01 GO 10.3 2025
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong screen (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong gpu (79th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
HOTWAV R7 10.1" HOTWAV R7 Orange 2024
- Strong cpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong gpu (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average screen (10th percentile)10th %ile
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.