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Take it many notes? Whether it’s a daily to-do list, a note for class, or just an annotation of the various thoughts in the brain, it’s nice to have a place to write everything down. Of course, you can just open your own App Notesbut physically writing something down helps you remember and learn more. It’s also nice to stop writing for a minute and write down the thoughts in your mind. If you’re worried about losing those notes if they’re not digitized, then good news: We’ve got the best digital notebooks and more for you.
There are E Ink tablets, smart pens and notebooks made to save digital files of your handwritten notes or drawings. You can save files as PDFs, images and Word documents, or transcribe them into a text file in Google Docs to make all your notes searchable. Some of these devices can also record, which is great for lectures and interviews. If your notes need an update, we recommend giving these a try. If you’re looking for real paper options, don’t miss ours Paper planners guide, and if you are preparing to go back to school, take ours The best laptop backpacks and Best Totes guide to stash the below picks and your other school supplies in.
Updated December 2024: We’ve added notes about the second-generation Amazon Kindle Scribe and why we still prefer Kobo’s digital notebooks. The Iskn Repaper tablet has also been moved to Honorable Mentions due to availability.
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Need a digital device to take notes?
The short answer is no. These devices are expensive, usually costing several hundred dollars when a simple notebook and pen costs a few bucks. But if you like the physical act of writing over writing, but need to have digital copies, it’s worth considering.
Pros:
- Digital notebooks are thin and light, but hold hundreds of notes.
- You can transcribe your notes into text files, making them easier to read and manipulate.
- Depending on the device, you can export files like PDF, Google Docs, Evernote, and more.
- Instantly digitize your art too.
Cons:
- dear
- It needs to be in charge.
- Have a learning curve.
- Most smart pens should be paired with an accompanying notebook. The upcoming Nuwa Pen promise smart notes on any paper We will try as soon as it is available. As of this writing, it is scheduled to begin shipping in January 2025.
