E-Ink/ePaper picture frame is famous for its paper-like look, ultra-low power consumption and no backlight eye protection.At the popular size of 13.3", brands have launched finished products for homes and businesses.Below by price, display technology, and, with DPI resolution, color range and battery capacity, App and function of the cloud, the AI creation ability, connectivity, such as weight and shape dimension item by item, comparison, help purchasing with end buyer to make rational choices.
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1. Key parameter table of mainstream E-paple products
| brand |
Aura |
InkPoster |
Aluratek |
BLOOMIN8 |
| Series name |
Ink 13" |
Affresco 13.3" |
ePaper 13.3" |
E-ink Canvas 13.3" |
| Official price (reference) |
$449 |
$499 |
$349.99 |
$449 |
| Screen technology |
E Ink Spectra 6 |
E Ink Spectra 6 |
ePaper color panel. |
E Ink Spectra 6 |
| Resolution |
1600 × 1200 (4:3) |
1600 × 1200 (4:3) |
1600 × 1200 (4:3) |
1600 × 1200 (4:3) |
| DPI / gamut volume |
not listed |
DPI 150 /gamut 60,000 |
not listed |
DPI 150 /gamut 65,000 |
| Battery capacity |
not listed |
10,000 mAh |
not listed |
10,000 mAh |
| Usage duration (per charge) |
About 3 months(refresh once/day) |
The longest 1 year |
About 1 years(refresh once/day) |
About 3 years(refresh once/day) |
| App |
Aura Frames App |
InkPoster App |
Aluratek eFrame app |
BLOOMIN8 App |
| AI creation |
Not supported |
Ai-generated art (built-in creation and art library) |
Not supported |
AI Creation(Built-in text-to-image AI with style personalization)
|
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth |
Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) |
Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) + BT 5.2. |
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz + Bluetooth |
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz + BT 5.2 LE |
| Frame size |
11.4" × 14.1" × 0.6" |
13.49" × 16.48" × 0.97" |
14.63" × 18.5" × 1" |
15.7" × 11.8" × 0.95" |
| Weight |
3.2 lb（1.45 kg） |
4.4 lb（2.1 kg） |
4.85 lb（2.2 kg） |
4.4 lb |
Note: the size/weight/life functions of different brand such as the manufacturer's official instructions shall prevail;Battery life is influenced by many factors exist error.
2. Item-by-item In-depth Analysis
Brand positioning
E - Ink digital frames pricing reflects the target market and the function of brand positioning.Aura Ink is positioned in the high-end direction of mainstream consumption for gallery-grade home decor + portable batteries.InkPoster E-ink positioning focuses on art gallery-level presentation + long battery life; Aluratek is affordable and emphasizes the promise of basic functions and long-term durability;BLOOMIN8 E-ink features, accessories, customizable frame compatibility to take the quality line.It can be seen from the above: if budget is the priority, Aluratek provides a lower threshold;If it is given priority to with feeling of art and art gallery, InkPoster with BLOOMIN8 more emphasis on colour and design details;Aura lead brand .
Display technology and color performance
All four E-ink canvas models adopt E Ink Spectra 6 or equivalent color e-paper technology, which can present color images on the basis of non-luminous and low energy consumption. Manufacturers all emphasize Paper feeling, no glare, and eye protection.
Visually, InkPoster/BLOOMIN8 (DPI and art library optimization) or Aura (high pixel panel and brand algorithm) are preferred if you require higher picture detail and real paper texture from E ink frame.
Battery and battery life
Battery life is affected by various factors such as battery quality, power consumption of the photo frame, usage frequency and functions. It can be used continuously without switching pictures.
When InkPoster/BLOOMIN8 Ink have the same capacity battery, BLOOMIN8 Ink has a longer battery life.Be sure to check the battery life estimate with the supplier at the time of purchase with the maximum daily refresh frequency.
App, cloud and management capabilities
All four companies provide the ability to synchronize their branded apps (iOS/Android) with the cloud. Aura Ink emphasizes unlimited photos, family sharing and simplicity; Aluratek offers the basic upload, planning and local management of the eFrame app.
InkPoster Ink and BLOOMIN8 Ink are enhanced with art library, commercial/gallery content, AI generation, batch management capabilities, suitable for users who have higher requirements for art content scenes.
AI creation and artistic functions
In terms of AI creation functions, InkPoster Ink and BLOOMIN8 Ink clearly list AI generation art/built-in art library/creation tools on their official websites.Aura Ink emphasizes its dithering algorithm to extend Spectra color rendering photos, but notes AI generation capabilities;Aluratek Ink's product description focuses on synchronization and energy saving and doesn't claim AI generation.
If you want to directly generate or quickly create NFT, personalized art content through e-ink picture frame, InkPoster Ink and BLOOMIN8 Ink are more suitable for this point.
Design, weight and ease of installation
Aluminum alloy is a common ePaper frame material, which is lighter than wood, but wooden photo frames have higher artistic plasticity.BLOOMIN8 Ink offers 3 alternative material options for the outer frame and interchangeable edge materials so that you can replace different borders for increased playability; Aura emphasizes a gallery-level thin appearance and matching paper pads.
E ink paple 13.3 inch on the market generally weighs in the range of 4.4-4.85lb, and Aura Ink 3.2lb is the lightest in weight. The larger the built-in battery capacity, the larger the overall weight.E - ink picture frame actual installation experience difference limited but it is worth noting that when large metope device.
All the apps made by brands have excellent management ability, and the quality of choosing strong brands can be guaranteed when purchasing. Of course, it is very critical for prototype testing of B-end users. Testing under the target environment (lighting/wall color/observation distance), it is necessary to confirm the warranty, replacement panel supply and RMA process before bulk purchase (the warranty terms of different manufacturers vary greatly).
E - Paper digital frame can look and feel and low energy consumption in the Paper, differences focus mainly on the momentum strategy, battery capacity, App and AI, YIAIFRAME manufacturer with 15 years manufacture experience in the digital frame.The newly developed e-Ink digital frames have both high quality and AI generation, please contact YIAIFRAME factory for bulk order.
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