The Joan 13 device has been discontinued; the current 13.3-inch model is Joan 13 Pro. This comparison helps if you already have Joan 13 devices or are replacing them.
Feature | Joan 13 | Joan 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Display | 13.3-inch E-ink | 13.3-inch E-ink |
Touchscreen | No | Yes |
Interactivity | Display only | Interactive, allows booking |
Power | Rechargeable battery | Rechargeable battery + Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz on devices made from 2021) | 2.4 GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
The most significant difference between the two models is the interactive touchscreen on the Joan 13 Pro. This feature fundamentally changes how you can interact with the device.
- Joan 13: This model has a non-touch display. Its primary function is to display meeting information, such as the current and upcoming meetings for a specific conference room, or multiple rooms. It provides a clear, at-a-glance overview of the room's schedule.
- Joan 13 Pro: With its responsive touchscreen, the Joan 13 Pro allows for a much more interactive experience. You can not only view the meeting schedule but also book the room directly from the device, check into meetings, and request services. It can also display a multi-room layout, giving you an overview of the availability of several rooms on the floor.
Joan 13 Pro single room view:
Joan 13 Pro multiple room view:
Example of interacting with the device's interface:
While both devices share the same 13.3-inch E-ink screen, the Joan 13 Pro is a more powerful device under the hood.
Power and Connectivity: The Joan 13 is only powered by a rechargeable battery and connects to your network via Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz on devices made before 2021, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz on later devices. The Joan 13 Pro, on the other hand, can also be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE) and supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, as well as a wired Ethernet connection, offering more stable and versatile power and connectivity options.