ReMarkable 2 Review (2025): Still the Best Paper Tablet? + New Colour Version

Introduction
1. Design & Build
2. Writing & Note-Taking Experience
- Stylus
- Writing Feel
3. How I Use the Desktop App
4. Reading & Document Use
5. Subscription Model
6. ReMarkable 2 vs New ReMarkable Colour (Paper Pro)
- What’s New in 2025
- Comparison
7. Pros & Cons
- ✅ Pros
- ❌ Cons
8. Alternatives
9. Verdict: Is the ReMarkable Still Worth It in 2025?
Final Score
FAQs

Introduction

The ReMarkable 2 has been called the “paper killer” — a distraction-free tablet designed for writing, sketching, and reading. Since its launch, it’s built a cult following of students, professionals, and creatives.

But how does it hold up in 2025? And what about the new ReMarkable Colour / Paper Pro version, which adds colour e-ink for the first time?

In this review, I’ll cover:

My real-world use of the ReMarkable 2 (including its desktop app).
How it compares to alternatives like Kindle Scribe and iPad.
What’s new in the colour ReMarkable model.
Whether it’s still worth buying today.

1. Design & Build

Thinness: At just 4.7mm, it’s still the world’s thinnest tablet.
Weight: 403g — light enough to carry everywhere.
Materials: Aluminium frame + textured surface feels premium.
Writing Surface: Paper-like friction — not slippery like iPad glass.

Still one of the best “pen on paper” experiences in digital form.

2. Writing & Note-Taking Experience

Stylus

Marker & Marker Plus options.
No charging required.
Marker Plus has an eraser end (feels natural for note-taking).

Writing Feel

Low latency (21ms).
Feels very close to pen on paper.
Pressure sensitivity for sketching/drawing.

3. How I Use the Desktop App

One of the most underrated features is the ReMarkable desktop app (available on Mac and Windows).

I take notes on the ReMarkable 2 during meetings and calls.
The notes sync automatically to my desktop app.
I can copy/paste key points straight into:
- Emails (meeting follow-ups).
- Documents (project notes, proposals).
- CRM (client records).

It removes friction: handwritten notes → instant digital workflow.

This makes it more useful than paper notebooks because my notes are always backed up and accessible across devices.

4. Reading & Document Use

Supports PDFs, ePUBs, and Word/PowerPoint (via conversion).
Highlighting and annotations are easy with the pen.
Ideal for reviewing contracts, long reports, or study notes.

5. Subscription Model

Connect Plan (£2.99/month) → unlimited cloud sync + Google Drive/Dropbox integration.
You can use it without a subscription, but sync is limited.

This is controversial — but I personally find the desktop sync worth it.

6. ReMarkable 2 vs New ReMarkable Colour (Paper Pro)

What’s New in 2025

Colour e-ink screen → adds pastel-like colours (not full LCD brightness).
Slightly thicker & heavier to accommodate new screen tech.
Improved refresh rate → faster page turns, smoother scrolling.
Battery life: still excellent (2–3 weeks typical use).

Comparison

ReMarkable 2 (Monochrome) → Better for pure writing, note-taking, distraction-free.
ReMarkable Colour / Paper Pro → Better for students, designers, and anyone who annotates with colour (graphs, highlights, mind-maps).

Verdict: If your main use is writing → stick with ReMarkable 2.
If you want colour highlights/visuals → the new Paper Pro is worth considering.

7. Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

Best writing experience on the market.
Syncs seamlessly with desktop & mobile apps.
Lightweight, distraction-free.
Excellent battery life.
Now available in colour (optional).

❌ Cons

Expensive compared to alternatives.
Subscription required for full sync.
No built-in backlight (some prefer Kindle Scribe/iPad for this).
Limited apps → no web browser or email.

8. Alternatives

Kindle Scribe → better for reading, cheaper, built-in backlight, weaker note-taking.
iPad + Apple Pencil → powerful, colour display, but distracting (apps, notifications).
Boox Note Air → Android-based, e-ink tablet with more flexibility, but not as polished.

9. Verdict: Is the ReMarkable Still Worth It in 2025?

If you value:

Handwriting that feels natural.
Distraction-free focus.
Seamless digital note workflow (with the desktop app).

Then yes, the ReMarkable 2 remains the best paper tablet for writing and meetings.

The new ReMarkable Colour (Paper Pro) is exciting — but unless you really need colour highlights, the ReMarkable 2 still gives the best pure writing experience.