I Tested the ReMarkable Pro (Color) vs My iPad Pro — Here’s What Surprised Me

And how it inspired our growing line of e ink phone cases.

When it comes to sleek tech, I’ve always been team iPad Pro. It’s fast, powerful, and perfect for creative work. But after getting my hands on the new ReMarkable Pro with color eink, I was genuinely surprised by how refreshing the experience was—calm, focused, and beautifully minimal.

That unexpected clarity inspired me to reimagine what our phones could look like too. Enter: the smart ink phone case.

📖 iPad Pro vs ReMarkable Pro: A Visual Shift

Here’s a quick side-by-side breakdown:

The ReMarkable’s color eink display doesn’t try to compete with LED—it offers a different, gentler experience. And it works. There’s something deeply satisfying about writing or sketching on a screen that feels like paper, without the glow of traditional tablets.

That said, most people in the community agree that ReMarkable isn’t aiming to replace the iPad or other tablets. Its features are more refined and, for lack of a better word, simplified.

While the iPad is packed with high-performance tools—like a top-tier GPU for gaming, GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and endless apps—it can also be overwhelming. In my own experience, I often found myself needing “lockdown” apps just to stay focused. Even Apple’s screen time reports are proof that the brand knows users struggle with distraction.

The ReMarkable, on the other hand, is exactly what it claims to be: a paper tablet. It’s a note-taker, sketchpad, journal, and digital planner—nothing more, nothing less.

Honestly? If I could afford to shell out an extra $1,000 right now, I’d keep the ReMarkable in my daily lineup. There’s something deeply relieving about a screen that invites focus, not FOMO.

✍️ Eink Feels Different

Writing on the eink screen felt soothing and natural. Compared to the iPad’s Apple Pencil—which can feel like writing on glass—the ReMarkable offers a sense of controlled resistance that mimics paper. That texture makes a huge difference. Your pen doesn’t glide aimlessly; it lands with purpose.

🌸 From Minimal Tech to Eink Aesthetic

This experience wasn’t just relaxing—it was inspiring. It made me think:

What if your phone case could reflect that same vibe?

That’s how our eink phone case collection was born. These aren’t actual screens, but they look like they could be. They channel the smart ink phone case aesthetic: minimal, focused, and undeniably cool.

🖤 Why E Ink Cases Are Having a Moment

Here’s why these cases are turning heads (and fooling people into thinking your phone is a Kindle):

• High-contrast, monochrome designs that mimic real eink displays

• Minimal interfaces: faux to-do lists, or text reminders

• Tech-core style with a hint of retro-futurism

• Perfect for students, note-takers, and productivity lovers

📱 Shop the Vibe: Our E Ink Phone Case Series

Inspired by the slow-tech revolution, our collection features cases that feel thoughtful, not flashy. Whether you’re looking for something that helps you stay focused, or just love the clean aesthetic of eink, we’ve got you covered.

👉 [Browse the E Ink Phone Case Collection →]

Built for iPhone 15 and more, these cases are part utility, part conversation starter.

Final Thoughts

Using the ReMarkable Pro reminded me that not all innovation needs to be glossy, colorful, or fast-paced. Sometimes, the most powerful design is the simplest one.

With our e ink cases, you can carry that mindset with you—right on the back of your phone.