The ReMarkable Paper Pro wants to be your next digital notebook. With its 11.8-inch color E Ink screen and $579 price tag, it’s certainly aiming high. The specs look good on paper: 12 ms latency, 20,000 colors, and a premium build. But specs don’t tell the whole story.

After using this tablet for 30 days straight, I’ve learned exactly what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth considering over traditional paper notebooks. No sweat: I’ll break down the real-world experience of living with the Paper Pro, from morning meetings to late-night reading sessions.

What’s in the Box and First Look

The Paper Pro arrives with everything you need to get started: the tablet itself, a Marker Plus that charges wirelessly, six replacement tips, and a USB-C cable. The packaging feels premium—each piece nestles securely in its own compartment.

Pick up the tablet, and you’ll notice the build quality right away. The power button is 50% wider than before at 12mm, falling naturally under your finger. The rubber feet keep it stable on your desk, while fluted bezels and textured glass give it a distinctly high-end feel.

Let’s talk size. The 11.8-inch display packs 2160 x 1620 pixels at 229 PPI. At 274.1 x 196.6 mm, it’s about 16.5% larger than the ReMarkable 2, with 31.2% more actual screen space.

The tablet measures 5.1 mm thick and weighs 525 g.

That’s 30% heavier than its predecessor, mainly due to the bigger screen and beefier 5,030 mAh battery. Still, it feels well-balanced during extended use.

The textured glass surface is a major upgrade from the plastic film ReMarkable used before. The E Ink Gallery screen can show up to 20,000 colors using white, cyan, magenta, and yellow particles.

It’s also easier on the eyes, with 15% less glare than earlier models.

Writing Experience: A Month of Daily Use

The Paper Pro’s carbon-tipped marker packs 4,096 pressure levels and 60-degree tilt detection. But what’s it actually like to write with?

Pen Feel and Speed

Remember that annoying lag between pen and ink on older tablets? The Paper Pro cuts latency to 12 milliseconds—less than half of its predecessor’s 21 ms. The pen tip stays within 1 mm of your writing, making it feel remarkably natural.

I found the textured surface creates tiny vibrations that make writing feel more precise, almost like premium parchment paper.

Colors on E Ink

The Gallery 3 E Ink screen uses white, cyan, magenta, and yellow particles to create up to 20,000 colors. When you write in color, you’ll notice the ink starts as a blueish-purple before shifting to your chosen shade.

You get nine distinct color options for writing and highlighting:

• Natural tones that work great for detailed notes
• Various highlight colors for marking up documents
• Blended colors for more artistic work

Additional tips:

• Try different pen colors for different types of notes
• Use highlights sparingly; too many can slow down page turns
• The eraser works better with light colors than dark ones

Real-World Battery Life

The 5,030 mAh battery sounds impressive, but how long does it really last? With the reading light cranked up, power drains noticeably faster. During testing, I saw about a 15% battery drop over a week of regular use.

Want to stretch the battery further? Turn off WiFi and auto-sync. With the front light on regularly, expect to charge every 4-6 days.

The marker’s battery life beats the tablet’s, and it charges automatically when magnetically attached to the side. No more scrambling for a pen charger mid-meeting.

Daily Use: From Notes to Workflow

“I use mine every day. I can consolidate and organize ideas and take notes in meetings that I can export easily (saving me hours weekly).” — Dan Malone, 3D Artist and Reviewer at 3dTotal

The Paper Pro shines brightest when it becomes part of your daily routine. After a month of meetings, brainstorming sessions, and late-night reading, here’s what works and what doesn’t.

Taking Notes

The template library is a goldmine. You’ll find everything from basic lined paper to specialized formats for storyboards, calligraphy, and even music notation. My favorite trick? Mixing handwriting with typed text on the same page. Perfect for those meetings where you need to quote someone exactly.

Time blocking works especially well here. The distraction-free screen lets you map out your day without notifications pulling you away. No sweat: just block, write, and focus.

Managing Your Files

File organization is straightforward but powerful. You get folders and tags, so finding that one note from last week’s meeting isn’t a headache. With 64GB of storage (8x more than the previous model), you won’t run out of space anytime soon.

The basic version includes 50-day cloud storage.

Need more? The Connect subscription adds unlimited storage and auto-sync.

Sharing and Exporting

Getting your notes off the device? Here’s what works:

• Email files as PDF, PNG, or SVG
• Share your screen for presentations (with surprisingly little lag)
• Sync with Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive

Additional tips:

• Use the USB web interface for sensitive documents you’d rather not put in the cloud
• Try the handwriting-to-text conversion for meeting minutes
• Screen Share works great for remote collaboration, though color pages need a few seconds to refresh

Common Problems (And How to Fix Them)

Let’s talk bugs. After a month of daily use, I’ve run into some quirks and figured out how to fix them.

Software Hiccups

The eraser sometimes decides to write instead of erase. Quick fix? Restart the device. The tablet occasionally freezes during morning sessions (usually right before that important meeting), needing a reboot. Some page templates look a bit wonky on the new screen size too.

Making the Battery Last

That promised two-week battery life? A bit optimistic. Here’s what actually works to stretch your battery:

• Skip auto-sleep and auto-power off
• Kill WiFi when you’re not syncing
• Go easy on the frontlight
• Turn off auto-cloud sync

These tweaks helped me squeeze two weeks of use with 39% juice left. Charging to 90% takes about 90 minutes, though computer USB ports charge slower.

Screen Ghosting and Refresh

Color content sometimes leaves ghost images. You might spot a green tint hanging around until you lock and unlock the screen.

Fast scrolling? Expect some text shadows that take 30 seconds to clear.

When the screen acts up, try this:

1. Hold the power button for 10 seconds for a basic restart
2. If that fails, plug it in for 12 hours
3. Last resort: Use Paper Pro’s Software Recovery; it resets while keeping your data safe

Most issues clear up with regular software updates. Early users report better stability after recent firmware fixes.

The good news? None of these problems are deal-breakers. They’re more like quirks you learn to work around—kind of like that one friend who’s always five minutes late but worth waiting for.

Is It Worth $579?

“Before you get impressed by the two weeks of battery life that the reMarkable Paper Pro can offer, remember that an Amazon Kindle with an E Ink display can last more than a month with steady use.” Philip Berne, Mobile Tech Writer at TechRadar

Let’s talk money. The Paper Pro starts at $579 with a basic marker. Want the full setup? Here’s what you’re looking at:

• Marker Plus Bundle: $629 (adds that handy digital eraser)
• Book Folio: $89-$179 (fancy leather costs more)
• Type Folio with keyboard: $229

Load up with the marker plus and typefolio, and you’re spending about $860. That’s serious cash for a note-taking device.

How It Stacks Up Against ReMarkable 2

The ReMarkable 2 sits at $449, making it cheaper. What does that extra cash get you with the Pro?

• Jumps from 10.3-inch monochrome to 11.8-inch color display
• Night reading with built-in light
• 40% less pen lag
• Marker tips that last twice as long
• 50% recycled cobalt in the battery

That price gap? It buys you color, speed, and better build quality. The ReMarkable 2 still makes sense if you just want basic note-taking.

Who Should Actually Buy This?

The Paper Pro makes most sense for:

Professional Users:

• Lawyers and executives who live by color-coded notes
• Teachers marking up documents
• Artists and designers who need those color options

You’ll get your money’s worth if you

4. Need zero distractions while working
5. Use color to organize your thoughts
6. Work in different lighting conditions
7. Can expense it or write it off?

Students and budget-watchers? The Remarkable 2 might be your better bet. The Pro is built for folks who’ll use those premium features every day.

Additional tips:

• Try the 100-day risk-free tria
• Start with the basic marker; upgrade later if needed
• Watch for holiday sales on accessories

Should You Buy the Remarkable Paper Pro?

The Paper Pro isn’t perfect, but it gets a lot right. After 30 days of real-world use, that $579 price tag makes more sense. The 11.8-inch color display, 12 ms latency, and solid battery life add up to a serious tool for digital note-taking.

Premium build quality? Check.

Smart color features? Yep.

Handwriting that actually feels natural? That too.

But let’s be real—this tablet isn’t for everyone.

You’ll love the Paper Pro if you:

• Live in color-coded documents
• Need precise pen control for artwork
• Want zero distractions while working
• Use it daily for serious note-taking

The occasional software headache shows up, sure. But the Paper Pro turns messy workflows into smooth systems. That 100-day trial gives you plenty of time to test it in your actual work life.

Bottom line? Skip it if you just want basic note-taking. But if you’re a professional ready to level up your digital workflow and can stomach the price, the Paper Pro delivers. Just remember to factor in those accessory costs before taking the plunge.