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The Best reMarkable 2 Planners for 2025: A Buyer’s Guide
A reMarkable tablet without a planner is like a smartphone without apps: powerful hardware with nothing to do. While the device excels at capturing loose thoughts, it lacks the built-in structure to manage a busy life. There is no native calendar app, no reminder system, and no task manager. To fix this, users turn to third-party PDF planners. But with thousands of options on Etsy and the web, how do you choose? In this guide, we break down the different types of **remarkable 2 planners**, what makes a “good” one, and our top recommendations for 2025.
Why Do You Need a PDF Planner?
The reMarkable operating system is intentionally simple. It organizes files in folders, just like a computer. This is great for archiving, but terrible for daily use.
Digital **remarkable 2 planners** solve this by using Hyperlinks. These are PDF files where the dates are clickable buttons. Instead of swiping 150 times to find “June 14th,” you simply tap “June” > “14” and arrive there instantly. It transforms the device from a slow ebook reader into a fast, interactive personal assistant.
3 Things to Look For
Before you download any file, check these three specs:
- Side Navigation: A good planner has tabs on the side of every page (like a physical binder). If you have to go back to the “Index” page every time you want to switch months, you will hate using it.
- File Size: Beware of bloated files. A planner should be under 10MB. Some poorly made Etsy planners are 50MB+, which makes the reMarkable lag significantly when turning pages.
- Contrast: The reMarkable screen is grey, not white. Planners designed for iPads often use light grey text that becomes invisible on e-ink. Look for “High Contrast” or “E-Ink Optimized” labels.
Option 1: The “Minimalist” (Free)
If you have zero budget, the open-source community has you covered.
Top Pick: ReCalendar
The Good: It is free and functional. The links work.
The Bad: It is ugly. It looks like a spreadsheet. There is no space for gratitude journaling, habit tracking, or project management. It is strictly a datebook.
Option 2: The “Marketplace” (Etsy)
If you want variety, Etsy is filled with options ranging from $5 to $20.
Top Pick: Various sellers (Look for 500+ reviews).
The Good: You can find niche aesthetic styles (boho, floral, dark mode).
The Bad: Quality control is non-existent. Many sellers simply resize iPad planners that don’t work well on reMarkable. You often have to buy the “Daily Planner” and “Meeting Notebook” separately, leaving you with disjointed files.
Option 3: The “Professional” (Templacity)
If you want an all-in-one system designed for productivity, this is the premium choice.
Top Pick: The Templacity Ultimate Bundle
The Good: It connects everything. Your daily schedule links to your project boards. Your meeting notes link to your to-do list. It uses high-contrast typography specifically tuned for the reMarkable 2 (and the new Paper Pro).
The Bad: It costs more than a free generator, but saves you hours of frustration.
Final Verdict
| User Type | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| The Student (Budget) | ReCalendar (Free) |
| The Aesthetic Seeker | Etsy (Check reviews carefully) |
| The Professional | Templacity Bundle |
Don’t let your expensive tablet go to waste. A good planner is the software upgrade it deserves.
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