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A notebook or planner can go with you to class, work or on the move, or help you keep a personal journal. But a pretty cover alone doesn’t make it a practical purchase. Some designs soon prove cumbersome, don’t have enough space or come with a host of gimmicky extras.
To avoid any unwelcome surprises, take the time to compare the size, paper, binding and page layout before you order.
A pocket notebook is easy to take anywhere, but space for writing is inevitably limited. A6 is suitable for lists, jotting down ideas and taking notes on public transport. For tracking goals, preparing for meetings or planning your days in detail, an A5 notebook will be far more comfortable.
Check the actual dimensions before you buy. An A6 notebook is generally around 10.5 × 14.8 cm, while an A5 notebook is closer to 14.8 × 21 cm.
A hard cover offers better protection for the pages in your bag, but it also makes the notebook heavier. Faux leather or PU gives it a smart finish and can usually be wiped clean with a soft cloth. However, it shouldn’t be mistaken for genuine leather.
The binding and how easily the notebook opens are important too. A planner that won’t stay open can quickly become a nuisance during a meeting or when you’re checking a to-do list.
Thick paper isn’t automatically suitable for every type of pen. Paper weight is a useful guide, but the result also depends on the ink and nib you use. Paper weighing 100 g/m² is suitable for everyday note-taking and feels more substantial than very thin paper.
The layout should also suit your habits. A weekly planner serves a different purpose from a lined notebook: the former helps you organise appointments and tasks, while the latter gives you more freedom to write, draw or keep a journal.
Think about how you’ll really use it : a notebook that stays on your desk has different requirements from one you carry in your rucksack every day.
A dated planner follows a set calendar. It’s ideal if you plan appointments regularly and like to see the weeks ahead at a glance. You can start an undated planner at any time, so you won’t be left with unused pages if your routine changes.
Undated 18-month planners generally have monthly and weekly spreads for you to fill in. They can suit students, freelancers or anyone whose schedule alternates between busy periods and quieter weeks.
Some details really do make everyday use easier :
These features should suit the way you use your notebook. A pen loop is handy when you’re out and about, while travellers will particularly appreciate an inner pocket.
Why it suits this type of user : its compact size is ideal for your first lists, class notes and ideas jotted down on the go, without requiring a complicated system of organisation.
The A6 dimensions are specified, along with the 160 pages and 100 g/m² lined paper. That means you can check how much writing space you’ll have before you buy.
Hard-wearing PU cover, elastic closure, ribbon bookmark and built-in pen loop.
Why it suits this type of user : its blank pages give creative people, travellers and anyone who switches between writing, sketching and diagrams plenty of freedom.
The product details specify 70 g/m² ivory paper and confirm that the pages are unlined. So you’ll know this notebook isn’t designed for structured note-taking.
Pocket size, hard cover, expandable inner pocket, elastic closure and ribbon bookmark.
Why it suits this type of user : its monthly and weekly layouts are ideal for planning projects, freelance work and keeping track of goals over time.
It’s undated, so you can start using it whenever you like, without leaving pre-printed pages blank.
A5 size, 112 sheets of 100 g/m² lined paper, monthly and weekly layouts, hard cover and ribbon bookmark.
Why it suits this type of user : anyone managing lots of appointments, journeys and projects can keep their schedule and notes together in an XL format.
The product details explain the weekly layout, notes pages and sections for travel and goals. You can see exactly what’s inside before you order.
Hard cover, 70 g/m² ivory paper, elastic closure, ribbon bookmark, inner pocket and pages designed for weekly planning.
We’ve put together a comprehensive selection, updated in real time, of products that meet these exacting selection criteria and comply with European safety regulations.
A6 is suitable for brief notes and taking with you on the go. A5 is more comfortable for classes, meeting notes, detailed lists and everyday planning. It mainly comes down to how much you write and how much room you have in your bag.
How long you use it depends on how often you write in it and how well you look after it. You can start an undated planner whenever you like and use it over a flexible period. Most importantly, it means you won’t waste pages if you put your planning on hold for a few weeks.
Paper weighing 100 g/m² is a comfortable choice for everyday writing. To narrow down your options, also check the type of pen you use and whether the pages are blank or lined. Product details that clearly state the paper weight make it easier to compare notebooks on a practical basis.