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reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:8 GBScreen size:10.3 inchesChipset:?

reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 103 expert and video reviews and 5 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

10

Sentiment score

▲Better than 68% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▲Better than 64%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

22%

4.6

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

4.0

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software

5%

8.0

Design

3%

2.8

Audio

▼Worse than 77%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 80% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

9.9

Popularity

Grades by review (103)
49 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 33 estimated from the review. 54 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 80%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (5)
List score: in 5 of 136 lists (4%)
★Better than 97%
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 48 · 65

Reviewers love the paper-like writing feel and slim build, but find it expensive with a subscription and miss a backlight.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)

Based on 178 owners sharing their experience in online comments

75%positive12%mixed13%negative

Owners value its paper-like writing and distraction-free notes, while the high price and limited software frustrate some buyers.

What owners dislike

  • Owners find the software limited, with no multi-touch zoom, no preset shapes for diagrams and missing keyboard keys such as cut and paste.18
  • Owners find the device expensive, and the book folio and extra marker add cost, though cheaper third-party folios are available.14
  • Owners find e-ink screens slow to refresh, so scrolling long PDFs, turning pages and finding older notes feels tedious.9
  • Some owners report units failing within months or the marker tip breaking, and support is slow, though some got free or refurbished replacements.8
  • Owners say exports lose pen detail, and files sent to Google Drive or Dropbox become PDFs that cannot be edited again as notes.7
  • Owners say the screen is hard to read in dim light, so they need a clip-on book light for reading in the dark.5
  • Owners say finger pinch-zoom often fails to register, which makes writing on PDFs frustrating.5
  • Owners dislike the monthly subscription needed for cloud storage and Google Drive or Dropbox access, plus handwriting search.4
  • Owners say the screen looks grey rather than white like paper, and there is no brightness setting to adjust it.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

22%

4.6

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

4.0

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

6.8

Software

5%

8.0

Design

3%

2.8

Audio

5.3
Reviews score
8.3
List score
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
1 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 1 GB of RAM, which is less than 78% of tablets and equal to 19.1% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
8 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of internal storage, which is less than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 4.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1872×1404
This tablet has a 1872×1404 screen, which is sharper than 67.3% of tablets.
Refresh rate
?
Display type
E-Ink
This tablet uses a E-Ink display type. 99.8% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
226 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 226 ppi, which is higher than 63.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
N/A
Front camera megapixels
N/A
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 3,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 96.3% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
7.5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 7.5 W, which is slower than 95.3% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Battery life
20 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 20 hours, which is longer than that of 95.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.4% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
?
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
403.5 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 403.5 g, which is lighter than 74.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
12 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 12 ms, which is higher than that of 65% of tablets and equal to that of 0.8% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
0
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 0, which is fewer than 99.8% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
0
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 0 speakers, which is fewer than in 99.9% of tablets and equal to the number in 0.1% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    9.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (103)
    49 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 33 estimated from the review. 54 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • 3.3 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (4.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    4.7 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (1872×1404 vs 1920×1200).
    1,872×1,404 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    9.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (103)
    49 reviews: 16 with a printed score, 33 estimated from the review. 54 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • 33.3% higher sentiment score
    10.0 vs 7.5
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (1872×1404 vs 1920×1200).
    1,872×1,404 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 0.2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 2.3% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (226 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    226 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 3.3 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (4.7 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    4.7 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 17.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (403.5 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    403.5 g vs 490 g
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (E-Ink vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    E-Ink vs IPS LCD
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 54.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 400 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (0 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    0 nits vs 400 nits
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 34.6% more expensive
    reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    2 vs 8
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 40% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Vivante GC7000 vs Mali-G51).
    Vivante GC7000 vs Mali-G51
  • 87.5% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Inferior display type
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (E-Ink vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    E-Ink vs IPS LCD
  • 400 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (0 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    0 nits vs 400 nits
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • Non-CMOS image sensor
    This tablet does not have a CMOS sensor, while the average tablet does. 99.4% of tablets have a CMOS sensor.
  • 54.5% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (3,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    3,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 58.3% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (7.5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    7.5 W vs 18 W
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    reMarkable 2
    the average tablet
    reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No voice commands
    This tablet does not support voice commands, while the average tablet does. 96.3% of tablets offer this.
  • No widgets
    This tablet does not support widgets, the average tablet does. 93.6% of tablets support widgets.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 3 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (12 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    12 ms vs 9 ms
  • 46 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (246 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    246 mm vs 200 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 2 fewer speakers
    This tablet has less speakers than the average tablet (0 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    0 vs 2

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
2530 Media
≈ estimated
29/01/2026
Long-term use · daily driver for a month · workflow test
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is still one of the best focused writing tablets, with a few reader app gaps.
8.0
Yekie
≈ estimated
12/09/2025
Personal essay · long-term writing and journaling use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is no paper replacement, but a focused, distraction-free writing tablet with limits for journaling.
9.0
6 Months Later
≈ estimated
21/06/2025
Long-term review · 6 months of daily use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is still recommended for distraction-free writing, though it feels dated next to newer models.
9.0
Vladimir Kostek
≈ estimated
16/04/2025
Hands-on review · planning use and comparison with rivals
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is still worth buying in 2025 for distraction-free planning, despite a sluggish system.
8.0
Writer's Implements
≈ estimated
05/03/2025
Long-term review · two years of daily use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is worth buying if you need a productivity device now, but waiting may be wise if you are only browsing.
9.0
Your Friend Owen
≈ estimated
17/12/2024
Long-term review · two years of use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is still a great paper replacement in 2024 and 2025; strongly recommended by someone who uses it daily.
9.0
Jake Does Stuff
≈ estimated
24/07/2024
Long-term test · five months of daily use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is an excellent pen-and-paper replacement, though an iPad is better for multimedia and budget use.
7.0
Matt Fitzgerald
≈ estimated
19/06/2024
Long-term review · two years of daily use, tier list
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is a luxury for everyone else; mainly worth it as a replacement for paper notebooks.
5.0
MELO
≈ estimated
24/04/2024
Hands-on review · pen, eraser and tip tests
Verdict
reMarkable 2 has a writing feel that is a pleasure to use, but at this price it is hard to recommend over an iPad.
9.0
Run The Joules
≈ estimated
02/04/2023
Long-term review · two years of daily use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is expensive and limited, but the creator can hardly do without it for daily planning and focus.
9.0
MorningCoach
≈ estimated
03/03/2023
Long-term review · three years of daily use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is still a great device after three years, and worth the investment for note-taking.
7.0
UH Studio Design Academy
≈ estimated
25/01/2023
Long-term review · architect's study and sketching use
Verdict
reMarkable 2 is a niche device, best as a second tablet for distraction-free PDF reading and markup.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
09/09/2020
Hands-on review · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 writes like real paper and stays distraction-free, but weak sync options, no backlight and no text search limit it to note-taking.
9.0
macworld.com
✓ explicit
15/10/2020
Hands-on review · Paper tablet
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is an E Ink tablet that feels natural for handwriting, reading and illustrating, but it is pricey for such a focused device.
9.0
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
07/12/2020
Hands-on review · Writing tablet
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a focused writing tablet that handles handwriting and reading very well, but its price and limited features suit only dedicated note-takers.
9.0
chrisbailey.com
≈ estimated
31/08/2022
Hands-on review · Digital notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 feels like writing on paper and suits PDF markup well, but the add-on costs make it a luxury.
9.0
stdennard.substack.com
≈ estimated
31/01/2024
Personal review · Paper replacement
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a bare-bones e-paper device that replaces paper for drafting and editing, but it has no backlight or apps.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
07/05/2024
Hands-on review · E-paper note-taking
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is one of the best note-taking tablets, with a slim body and strong handwriting, but its screen cannot be read in the dark.
9.0
thequalityedit.com
≈ estimated
15/10/2022
Hands-on review · Notebook replacement
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a distraction-free notebook replacement that feels like writing on paper, but it has no apps and isn't an iPad rival.
9.5
everydaycommentary.com
≈ estimated
16/05/2025
Personal review · Legal note-taking
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a strong choice for lawyers and anyone who reviews paperwork, but those wanting a tablet for apps will find it limited.
7.5
theverge.com
✓ explicit
27/08/2020
Hands-on review · E Ink writing tablet
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is the best digital replacement for paper so far, but its high price and few features make it a luxury.
9.0
nymag.com
≈ estimated
27/07/2023
Long-term test · Digital notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a distraction-free notebook that helped writers finish drafts, but the full setup with stylus and keyboard gets expensive.
8.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
22/07/2024
Hands-on review · Paper-like notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a light, paper-like notebook that suits note-takers and PDF markup, though its cloud sync is slow and reading is basic.
9.5
crackberry.com
≈ estimated
28/11/2023
Personal review · E Ink notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a fast, distraction-free notebook that takes a few hours to feel natural and shows only gray, but shares notes quickly.
M
magherallylens.com
19/07/2022
≈ estimated
4.0
Summary of the review
An honest customer review of the reMarkable 2 tablet
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
06/04/2022
Lab test · E Ink note-taking
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is the smoothest E Ink writing tablet, ideal for unlimited notes and PDF markup, but its limited format support rules out general reading.
7.0
goodhousekeeping.com
≈ estimated
28/02/2024
Hands-on test · Smart notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 suits people who take lots of notes and don't need apps, but it's costly for a device that only handles notes.
7.0
choice.com.au
≈ estimated
01/12/2022
Hands-on test · Drawing and collaboration
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a strong sketch pad and shared-document tool with a realistic pen feel, but it's a weak e-reader without DRM ebook support.
8.5
toptenreviews.com
✓ explicit
06/09/2023
Hands-on review · Paper-like writing
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 is a slim, distraction-free place to write and store notes, with great battery life, but it's a weak e-reader without a backlight.
9.0
mediapeanut.com
≈ estimated
20/03/2023
Buyer's guide · E-ink notebook
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 suits heavy note-takers who want a paper-like writing feel, but its weak e-book support makes it a poor choice for reading.
9.0
scientistinprogress.com
≈ estimated
15/08/2026
Hands-on test · Research papers
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 suits researchers who annotate many research PDFs and want near-zero pen lag, but it can't sync directly with reference managers.
8.0
ewritable.net
≈ estimated
19/04/2024
Hands-on review · Writing feel
Verdict
The reMarkable 2 has a fine writing feel and a strong Type Folio keyboard, but it's very limited, with no apps, no front light and modest hardware.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)

  • Exceptional paper-like writing and sketching experience with high-friction texture
  • Distraction-free design without notifications, apps, or web browsers
  • Ultra-thin (4.7mm) and lightweight hardware with a premium build quality
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting up to two weeks on a single charge
  • Efficient organization of notes into folders and tags, replacing multiple physical notebooks
  • Seamless handwriting-to-text conversion and PDF annotation capabilities

What customers don't like about reMarkable 2 (1GB + 8GB)

  • High total cost of ownership including expensive markers, folios, and a monthly subscription
  • Lack of built-in frontlight or backlight, making it unusable in low-light environments
  • Sluggish software performance, especially when navigating large PDF files or using gestures
  • Ongoing cost and maintenance for stylus nibs, which wear down and require regular replacement
  • Fragmented or unreliable cloud synchronization with third-party services like Google Drive
  • Poor customer support experiences and difficulties with the warranty/repair process

Verdict

The reMarkable 2 is a minimalist 10.3-inch digital paper tablet powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core ARM processor, 1GB of LPDDR3 RAM, and 8GB of internal storage (approx. 6.5GB usable). Its standout feature is the second-generation CANVAS monochrome display (1872 x 1404 resolution, 226 DPI) which offers a paper-like writing experience with a low 21ms latency and 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity. Main pros include its exceptionally slim 4.7mm aluminium design, distraction-free interface, and a long-lasting 3,000 mAh battery providing up to two weeks of use. However, notable cons include the lack of a built-in screen light, limited file support (primarily PDF and EPUB), and the absence of a microSD slot for storage expansion.

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