10 Reviews: Best Notebook for Journaling (Apr 2024)

This mint, gridded notebook is an affordable choice for newbie bullet journalers that won’t have you wondering, “Why did I spend $50 on a journal I may not use?” If you want to doodle with ink pens, reviewers particularly praise the paper’s durability. Furthermore, this dotted grid notebook has 128 pages, giving you plenty of room for note-taking, planning, and scheduling.

Perfect little bullet journal book! Very well made and beautiful color. I look forward to carrying this for several months to keep goals, notes, and appointments. So happy I chose this journal out of the others because it’s exactly what I wanted.

by Susan

AmazonBasics is renowned for producing high-quality, low-cost items, and this notebook is no exception. It’s a simple, practical, and compact notebook with 240 pages, a gusseted pocket, and a handy elastic band. The cover is a classic black that is appropriate for any business or school setting, and it is available at a very affordable price. What’s not to like, anyway?

these notebooks are the right size for any kind of note taking,recipe book, or as a journal. I am using one for an online class i am taking and it is just the right size, not bulky and sturdy. The other i use as a journal, again, it's the right size for that too and very sturdy so it is assured to last for generations to come.

by scott spencer

The waterproof claims of this small top-spiral notebook are true. When wet, Rite in the Rain’s All-Weather paper will not turn to mush and will repel water, sweat, grease, mud, and even survive an accidental laundry mishap. Whether you need a hiking journal, to start a golf journal, or simply to keep a shower notebook, the Polydura Cover material will protect your notes from scratches and stains.

I got these notepads for an edc journal that I could take anywhere all the time, rain or shine. They’ve greatly exceeded my expectations for great they are!

by Dylan Burns

This is a classic notebook with excellent quality for the price and a nice size. The paper does not bleed, and you may choose whether you want lines, no lines, ruled, dotted, or anything else. The leather-like classic Moleskine cover and thick, ivory paper sheets are ideal for fountain pen writing. The Classic also includes a back pocket, which is useful for keeping memories.

I love this book for journaling, sketching, and taking notes. The empty pages allow me to have creative freedom with whatever I am doing. [...]

by Jill

With a table of contents and numbered pages, the Leuchtturm1917 notebook gets you off to a good start. There are 249 pages of acid-free dotted paper, stitched binding, and cover elastic. Each notebook also includes a page-marking ribbon and labeling stickers. Even better, there are 24 various cover colors to pick from, ranging from muted and neutral to eye-catching and colorful.

I recently started a bullet journal and I can't express how happy I am with the dot grid in this book. It allows for customization that goes beyond anything I thought a planner could be.

by Amber

Look no further than this beautiful-looking notebook wrapped in water buffalo leather, with an antique strap, if you’re looking for an artisanal alternative reminiscent of ships and sonnets. Its thick, creamy paper is composed of acid-free, recycled cotton and almost invites you to scribble your discoveries on its pages. Even better, you can use a quill or fountain pen.

This journal is absolutely beautiful and the quality is superb!! The leather is gorgeous and soft. You can tell that so much care went into making this journal. It is truly something special and would be perfect to give as a gift.

by Amazon Customer

Meet the Panda Planner Pro, which helps you concentrate on monthly focus/exercise goals (whether they’re physical or mental), daily habits you want to embrace, and that provides room for reflection on your progress toward those goals. In contrast to most planners, the dates are not prefilled, thus no page is wasted. Plus, each planner is designed to last six to nine months.

After some extensive searching for the right journal. This was the one I landed on. I decided to go up from the 8 inch size to the full 8 1/2 x 11. That was a great decision. There’s so much more room for all the daily tasks and even some notes. This will be my daily planner for sometime to come.

by Joshua D Meeder

This is the top overall men’s journal. It strikes the ideal mix between enabling users to monitor their objectives, time management, and gratitude. This notebook provides a 13-week program that is supported by research and developed by entrepreneurs, and it is perfect for men who are unsure where to begin with journaling or who struggle to continue with the habit.

Ah the quiet of a sleeping house! Here I am with both my Self Planner and Self Journal. I appreciate having a solid place to declutter my mind so I can focus on my goals.

by Katherine C.

What if you could become a better person in only five minutes a day? This daily guided journal does just that, with a structure designed by psychologists to increase happiness while decreasing loneliness, anxiety, and isolation. It’s amazing what a little notebook can do. Furthermore, it is divided into morning and evening sections to offer inspiration and encouragement throughout the day.

I recommend the 5 minute journal to anyone who struggles with taking a moment to plan, evaluate & be grateful. It's also a great tool if you're a writer or communicator and need to be writing every day. I am so pleased with this purchase!

by Kelli Brownlee

If you’re concerned that someone may read your notes without your consent, there’s no better option than Shieldfolio’s Stonebook Notebook. It is a completely offline notebook that enables you to keep your notes on water and tear-resistant sheets. The Ghost Pen (sold separately) prevents you from exposing your information by hiding plain text with special ghost ink. No one can lurk into your notes anymore.