You forgot that pocket Bujo has smart grid. So to divide page to halfs and thirds you don’t need to count dots. It’s already marked for you. It visible in video around time 6:50.
Just got mine today. This may be a game changer for me. I struggle with messing up my A5 Bullet Journal, and even though it isn’t artistic like some I have seen, I do like to keep it neat with some simple creative layouts. I also like to include some more personal journaling at the end of my week and have worried about losing it when I am out. Now I can use the pocket edition for my rapid logging and notes and not worry about how messy it gets. I can transfer anything I put in my pocket edition to my A5 later.
It’s pretty, but pricey. I couldn’t tell if it lays flat when open. I think that would be an incentive for horizontal writing and price point. Think I’ll stick with my log&jotter and FN. the artwork is a tad more inspiring than minimalistic black and white. Thanks for the walkthrough Matt!
Looks like it *can* lay flat, but doesn't stay that way without a weight? Maybe this one was self-closing because it just came out of the package, but I don't see any pocket-sized notebook having the substance to keep itself open.
Fun fact: A5 is exactly half of A4 is exactly half of A3, etc. Also, the relationship between height and width of euro paper sizes is the square root of 2, roughly 1 :1.414
I Bullet Journal in the Field Notes size. I have a rotation going between Field Notes brand and Log & Jotter. My books last about a month and the variety of cover designs help it to always feel fresh.
In graduate school I used a Leuchtturmn 1917 for in class note taking with the book turned sideways so that I was writing notes on the equivalent of a5 paper. It worked really well for that application. I can see that it would work well here too.
I'm definitely a fan of pocket size but I think writing horizontally would be a big adjustment for me. I currently use 3.5x5.5 size slim notebooks to plan in, and I especially enjoy choosing a different artsy cover every time. It's lovely having a fresh start every month or so.
I don’t think I really have a use for these at the price point. They’d probably only last me about two to three weeks at work. But I think I could use them for collections that take a month per page in my Bullet Journal. Like a vehicle log and a supplement record. The smaller size means that they could stay where they are needed.
You can use any grid or plain A6 notebook that lays flat the exact same way and where the grid somehow reasonably aligns. I liked to use the A6 Jottbooks by Leuchtturm1917. Now I am using A6 ringbinders and for carry puposes I fold the A6 into A7 and stick them into my wallet. Because the A sizes always half or double one size up or down. What is the ultimate bullet journal? Future log plus maybe monthly / weekly plus yesterdays page and todays page and maybe the pages you need in the coming days. Optionally trackers, notes & ideas. Maybe 10 to 15 pages. Why carry an archive? Why carry additional emtpy pages you don't need on the move? 🙂
The pocket edition is definitely piquing my interest, but... i just bought an A5 Bullet Journal to restart my practice and feel i should work with that for now! 😅
I'd have to adjust to writing in it horizontally. Otherwise, its pocket size makes it convenient to take anywhere without weighing you down. Thanks for the review, Matt!
Just earned a new follower on instagram and a subscriber on TH-cam, anybody know what pen is being used in this video? Doesn't look like the one linked in the description
I'm not sure. I like the idea of buklet journaling, but i suck at it. I forget to use it because I work outside for the railroad and I don't have time to write. I also don't carry it around to restaurants or wherever because I have no where to put it. This seems like a good idea, but all the notebooks that I try to carry in my back pocket gets destroyed from sitting and from sweating at work. I can't seem to find anything that works for me. It's so frustrating.
Pocket might be a good fit then, but maybe not in the back pocket? Whenever I get stuck in a rut with planning, I just go back to making lists. What do I want to do, need to do, reminders, etc.
Love the idea, the quality from what I see, and the size but I cannot justify the cost of the BUJO pocket edition. The Field Note fits my needs and most certainly my price range. Maybe that will change if the need changes.
You forgot that pocket Bujo has smart grid. So to divide page to halfs and thirds you don’t need to count dots. It’s already marked for you. It visible in video around time 6:50.
I totally missed this! Thanks for pointing it out 😅
Just got mine today. This may be a game changer for me. I struggle with messing up my A5 Bullet Journal, and even though it isn’t artistic like some I have seen, I do like to keep it neat with some simple creative layouts. I also like to include some more personal journaling at the end of my week and have worried about losing it when I am out. Now I can use the pocket edition for my rapid logging and notes and not worry about how messy it gets. I can transfer anything I put in my pocket edition to my A5 later.
I was part of the beta test group for this. It’s a great product.
Agree, I'm a fan
It’s pretty, but pricey. I couldn’t tell if it lays flat when open. I think that would be an incentive for horizontal writing and price point. Think I’ll stick with my log&jotter and FN. the artwork is a tad more inspiring than minimalistic black and white. Thanks for the walkthrough Matt!
Pricey even as a 3 pack? I didn’t make that clear.
Looks like it *can* lay flat, but doesn't stay that way without a weight? Maybe this one was self-closing because it just came out of the package, but I don't see any pocket-sized notebook having the substance to keep itself open.
Fun fact: A5 is exactly half of A4 is exactly half of A3, etc. Also, the relationship between height and width of euro paper sizes is the square root of 2, roughly 1 :1.414
That is fun!
@@MattRagland It is practical for the paper production industry. Helps minimising off cuts.
I Bullet Journal in the Field Notes size. I have a rotation going between Field Notes brand and Log & Jotter. My books last about a month and the variety of cover designs help it to always feel fresh.
I like it. The Field Notes designs are fantastic, I do really like that. Going to put stickers on the bujo for some flair.
@@MattRagland Speaking of stickers, where do you get the stickers that you have on your bujo? I love the "Get your head out of your apps" sticker.
I'm hooked. I'm getting them. Thank you Matt.
Nice!
Yes, interested in adding to my daily and I think it a perfect companion. Currently using another pocket notebook for on the go. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching!
In graduate school I used a Leuchtturmn 1917 for in class note taking with the book turned sideways so that I was writing notes on the equivalent of a5 paper. It worked really well for that application. I can see that it would work well here too.
Makes sense!
I use a pocket size as a daily, usually a leuchtturm and i use it both horizontal and vertical so I may have to check it out. Thank you
Thanks for sharing!
I'm definitely a fan of pocket size but I think writing horizontally would be a big adjustment for me. I currently use 3.5x5.5 size slim notebooks to plan in, and I especially enjoy choosing a different artsy cover every time. It's lovely having a fresh start every month or so.
Makes sense
I don’t think I really have a use for these at the price point. They’d probably only last me about two to three weeks at work. But I think I could use them for collections that take a month per page in my Bullet Journal. Like a vehicle log and a supplement record. The smaller size means that they could stay where they are needed.
Love this idea, will be looking out for it here (Australia)
Thanks for watching!
I switched to A6 size in January and will never go back to A5. I love it. That one's expensive though. Ouch.
It is a 3 pack, I should say
It does look great but it is pricey and that before shipping cost.
Mine arrived today!
Nice!
Ordered today. Thoughts on cover ideas?
I love stickers for mine!
@@MattRagland went the same direction.
How are these different than the dotted jott book från Leuchtturm?
Where do you find Bujo U?
You can use any grid or plain A6 notebook that lays flat the exact same way and where the grid somehow reasonably aligns. I liked to use the A6 Jottbooks by Leuchtturm1917. Now I am using A6 ringbinders and for carry puposes I fold the A6 into A7 and stick them into my wallet. Because the A sizes always half or double one size up or down.
What is the ultimate bullet journal? Future log plus maybe monthly / weekly plus yesterdays page and todays page and maybe the pages you need in the coming days. Optionally trackers, notes & ideas. Maybe 10 to 15 pages. Why carry an archive? Why carry additional emtpy pages you don't need on the move? 🙂
Thanks for the tip!
The pocket edition is definitely piquing my interest, but... i just bought an A5 Bullet Journal to restart my practice and feel i should work with that for now! 😅
What’s that neat pen you’re using?
I'd have to adjust to writing in it horizontally. Otherwise, its pocket size makes it convenient to take anywhere without weighing you down. Thanks for the review, Matt!
Glad it was helpful, Rosie!
Just earned a new follower on instagram and a subscriber on TH-cam, anybody know what pen is being used in this video? Doesn't look like the one linked in the description
I also used the Baronfig Squire oen
I love this so much. I have already purchased a pack to try and I am waiting for the delivery
Hope you like it!
A6 is a wonderful size for on the go although my main notebook needs to be bigger.
I get that
I'm not sure. I like the idea of buklet journaling, but i suck at it. I forget to use it because I work outside for the railroad and I don't have time to write. I also don't carry it around to restaurants or wherever because I have no where to put it. This seems like a good idea, but all the notebooks that I try to carry in my back pocket gets destroyed from sitting and from sweating at work. I can't seem to find anything that works for me. It's so frustrating.
Pocket might be a good fit then, but maybe not in the back pocket? Whenever I get stuck in a rut with planning, I just go back to making lists. What do I want to do, need to do, reminders, etc.
Great review, Matt. This is my new Goldilocks size (A6) and just in time for the usual Spring lighten-up.
Good choice!
Love the idea, the quality from what I see, and the size but I cannot justify the cost of the BUJO pocket edition. The Field Note fits my needs and most certainly my price range. Maybe that will change if the need changes.
Big fan of field notes too!
Do i need this? No, Will i still buy it? Yes lol not sure how i feel about the lay out thy picked but ill give it a go :)
Definitely worth a try!
Nice review, thanks. Very tempted. I'm assuming they're fountain pen friendly?
I don’t use fountain pens, so can’t report on that.
Oh so it’s just an A6 notebook
That's what I thought they act like they invented a new size and a new way to use a notebook. You can use all a6 notebooks vertically
Looks great. I'll buy once my supply of Field Notes are gone... might be a while!
I’ve got a whole box of those, haha 😆
Matt not pocket.iys a6
Got it
Ummm gimme one plssss 🤩
Get some 👍
Get some 👍
Nope, costs more than twice as much than pocket notebooks 📓 I currently using.
To each their own!