Ultimate Personal Planner Comparison | Recollections, Filofax, FoxyFix, Van der Spek & Gillio

[@sogno_di_carta6430]

This is the best review on planners around. Another planner that has large rings is the Kikki K. The run around $80 more or less. And they have cute planners that caters a lot to students. As for me, I’m a Filo girl and my favorite is the Finsbury because I like structured planners. I do love my pocket Malden, and have personal and a5 as well. But the Finsbury is my favorite. I think that Filofax is a great value for less money compared to the other planners. If I could spend more money I would get a VDS, but right now is out of my budget. Like I said, awesome review.

[@JessicaTorina]

TheCraftyMom Thank you so much for your kind words! I briefly owned a Kikki K and I totally agree that they are adorable and totally affordable. I might have to do a Part 2 video someday with Kikki K, Kate Spade, and Franklin Covey! Thanks for watching :)

[@smilealong1]

This video is wonderful . Thank you for taking the time for such a professional presentation.

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you for watching! I’m so glad you enjoyed it :)

[@michelles6]

One of the best comparison videos I have seen. I have bee trying to make up my mind. You certainly did help!. Thank you!

[@matthewrinehart2367]

Not something that I usually watch but I've currently been "given" a promotion that requires me to learn a new skill set. I was raised Catholic and so I believe this has instilled in me a sense that ritual and the proper accoutrement give weight to the bearer. Thus, "Dress for the job you want...". Not only will nice things last if well cared for they will also send a strong message to those around you that you can be trusted to take on the little details as well as the big things required of you. And then again, your inner child should be rewarded, with some adult temperance. Where am I going with this? I like the smell of leather. It gives me a grounding and a sense of antiquity... permanence! When I walk into a meeting with a touchstone such as a nice day planner or my Dad's watch I know I'm not the only one who has "Been there" and it gives me the confidence that I have earned my seat at the table.

[@JessicaTorina]

I routinely sniff my beautiful leather goods haha! Thanks for watching!

[@JuLa-222]

Important addition: the new Gillio ring binders are now equipped with gold or silver Krause rings (both colors cost the same)!

[@JessicaTorina]

Yep! One of their best perks I think! Thanks for watching! :)

[@jaebee75]

Great video. I’m in love with the leather of the Gillio you showed. So pretty. Thank you for sharing!

[@JessicaTorina]

Gillio leather really is second to none. I've owned a handful of their products and no other leather I've ever encountered really compares. What is your favorite color of Gillio leather? Thanks for watching!

[@MarcellHobbs]

I wish I had seen this video two years ago! I bought my first Malden and the leather is exquisite! The 23 mm rings were too small for the sections and content I wanted to carry. I left rings, went to TN, then Stalogy. Now I have two Gillios with 30 mm Krause rings and one Gillio with 25mm rings. I love the pocket design inside and of course that fabulous pocket across the back cover. Thanks for the fabulous review!

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! Gillio really has spoiled me to other leathers haha! I'm still using my Malden as a wallet and I absolutely love it!

[@volkerhag977]

Thank you for the best review I have found here on KZbin

[@DebSilhan_FocusedontheMagic]

Great video! Most comprehensive comparison yet! Thank you for the pen tip. I have looked forever for my Malden.

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! Yes, the Malden pen loop dilemma is so irritating!

[@mayracalvani7583]

What an awesome planner comparison! One of the best I’ve seen. Thanks 🙏

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m glad it was helpful :)

[@karenevans2157]

Best ring comparison ever! Thank you

[@JessicaTorina]

You are very welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

[@valeriehallmark6467]

Great video and what a good job describing and showing the details of each planner. I have that same gold Gillio and the same Malden. They are the only two ring binders I have left. Parted with the others because I felt my Gillio and ochre Malden gave me planner peace. I would love to get a Vanderspek and I’m leaning towards just picking up a Touch Me because I don’t need fancy custom. PS. This was your first video I watched and I subscribed to your channel😊

[@ThePlannerProject]

That gris blue is to die for, love the pebbliness and especially the striations! I've watched this video quite a few times now :D

[@JessicaTorina]

I agree, it's sooooo beautiful! I hope they bring it back one day! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Jane_Snow_]

I'm deciding on a luxury planner right now, this helped me SO much. My heart is going to the Gillio. 😍

[@JessicaTorina]

You won't be disappointed! I have a Gillio TN and a Gillio Hobonichi cover and they are just as dreamy as the Compagna!

[@Jane_Snow_]

@@JessicaTorina Thanks, Jessica for your input, the Appunto is speaking to me! ❤️

[@JessicaTorina]

@@Jane_Snow_ love love love my A5 Appunto! I'll never let it go!

[@mids_mids]

This is a great video, you have solved so many doubts I have had for months. Thank you!

[@JessicaTorina]

You are very welcome! I’m glad it was helpful and thanks so much for watching. Which planner are you going to end up going with?

[@paulettemccarron4455]

amazing video. thanks for your guidance. now toggling between Gillio and other websites!

[@JessicaTorina]

You are very welcome, I’m glad it was helpful! Check out the buy, sell, trade groups I linked on Facebook. You might be able to find some good deals there. Happy shopping!

[@monicahart717]

What great review! I've been looking at Foxy, VDS, and Gillio just this week, trying to decide what to order (wanting to try 30 mm rings), and this review is so helpful. Thank you!

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad you liked it. They're all really great planners depending on your price point. Which planner do you think you'll end up going with?

[@ritapalanjian2285]

Thank you, this was very helpful.

[@stellaqian1645]

I found the flyleaf very helpful for avoiding ring marks on the front cover, if that makes sense.

[@JessicaTorina]

It does! I’ve ordered a few VDS planners since I’ve made this video and I always ordered Flyleafs with them because I found them so useful!

[@DearestBliss]

Great Video!! This comparison is so great!! I am shopping for a leather A5 binder and debating over the FoxyFix Sugar 35mm rings (cute colors, but not enough pockets), Franklin 1.25" rings (limited color selection, but offer large rings), Cocoa Paper 30mm rings (haven't seen a lot of reviews) and the Cloth&Paper Co. 1" rings (love the nude but rings are too small)

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I loooooove the nude colored leather too but I just know it would get dirty so fast! I'll have to check out Cocoa Paper and Cloth & Paper Co. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@lkessler1]

I’m looking at Cocoa Paper as well, but you are right, not a lot of reviews, but I like the company philosophy.

[@sherripolite9550]

Hi, Great vid! I’m trying to decide on my 2021 planner and was totally stuck between Gillio and Filofax. I’m going to head over now to the marketplace to see if a Gillio is available and if not I will be ordering a Filofax ......maybe lol. Thanks again

[@JessicaTorina]

Just buy them both, for science haha! I truly love Gillio’s product and I think it’s the best made, most beautiful planner on the market. However, I have also had my Malden for years now and have had no complaints about it whatsoever. It’s a classic planner that never goes out of style!

[@mrs.giannosp5507]

This was so helpful!

[@michelles6]

Great review. Thank you so much

[@tess694]

This is a fantastic review!! Thank you!

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@ginamiller6754]

I would love to see your cat & an introduction.

[@JessicaTorina]

I will have to make a "meet the animals" video one of these days!

[@ginamiller6754]

That would be awesome 😻

[@c.catlover4080]

Me too. Would like to know the kitty's name.

[@heyitsdeb9389]

Great video-very helpful😃👍

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m glad it was helpful :)

[@Dreblueskies]

That Gillio is so beautiful!

[@JessicaTorina]

It really is! Gillio’s products are superb. I own three now! 💙

[@Dreblueskies]

@@JessicaTorina Just got my first one yesterday 😊

[@JessicaTorina]

Congrats! Which one did you get?

[@Dreblueskies]

@@JessicaTorina I got the A6 blue/gold combo. It's so amazing! Can't wait to get my inserts. ☺️ What are using for your main planner now?

[@compound8152]

Great video !!! Thanks for posting this !

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you for watching! I hope it was helpful :)

[@althepal6989]

Nice video!

[@violette928]

Hi...i love your Gillio! I was trying to find it in marketplace but unfortunately im not sure which specifically to look for. Is it appunto? Or compana? Is it orange in color originally?😅 thanks!

[@JessicaTorina]

It is a Medium (Personal Size) Compagna in the color Gold. This was a pre-loved planner, so it had a beautiful patina and the leather had darkened quite a bit. I would say their Rust color is similar and equally as gorgeous! Thank you so much for watching!

[@Kindlelover88]

Great job, excellent information. Thank you.

[@JessicaTorina]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching!

[@armsofsnow]

Brilliant video, super helpful :) Thank you!

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed it :)

[@nickcarraway3790]

This was great ! I learned so much.

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m glad it was helpful :)

[@mizzmontblanc]

Best video EVER

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@NensiRadulovic]

Great video! Excellent explanation, like it a lot :-) I found finally link to personal wide planner via your video. Many thanks. Do you have experience from shopping from Foxyfix, will you divide it with us?

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I have had a good experience shopping with FoxyFix. I have gotten most of my FoxyFix through buy/sell/trade groups on Facebook because I can get them shipped much quicker. Because every FoxyFix piece is custom made to your specifications it can take a month or longer to receive them. However the quality has always been great and even thought it's tough waiting I really love every piece I've ever gotten. Hope that helps!

[@barbarascott7699]

I started in a half paper size three ring binder to figure out my pages. I’m ready to move to a “nice” cover. But I want larger than the 1 inch rings. Suggestions?

[@JessicaTorina]

I believe Van der Spek A5 Touch Me covers have 35mm rings, which are about 1.4" wide. 30mm rings are about 1.2" and Gillio uses 30mm rings in their A5 covers. I hope that helps!

[@adriana.mattos]

Great review! Just started using rings recently and this was a huge help. Do you know anything about the Moterm?

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much! I just found out about Moterm planners and I actually have one in my Amazon cart. I definitely want to get one so I can review it!

[@jadl57]

Have been struggling to choose between Gillio and Van Der Spek - Your comparison is very helpful! I have one question, though: what is the color of the used Gillio you bought? The aged leather looks like Rust, which is the one I'm considering to buy, but since it has darkened I wonder whether it is Gold, Yellow, or Orange?

[@JessicaTorina]

That Gillio was a very well-loved gold compagna. It totally looked rust to me too! I double checked the box and it is actually gold. I just purchased a brand new gold compagna and it it much lighter but it will eventually patina to a dark color like the one in my video. If you check out my Instagram @ruby_doobies you can see the color comparison I posted there of a new gold versus a gold that’s a couple years old :) I do LOVE the rust color and I am considering picking one up in the future!

[@sassyinscrubs5206]

U cn change rings in filofax too. Ive changed my malden ones

[@JessicaTorina]

Did you have to cut into the stitching to change out your rings? I love my Malden and I hope the rings never get damaged!

[@debbieclark3939]

excellent review!!

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I hope it was helpful :)

[@marcomac8824]

A useful video, thanks!

[@JessicaTorina]

I’m glad you liked it! Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@fareendzulkifli106]

This is a great video! I really needed this. Have just started with rings and ordered a Malden after going back and forth between Malden and VDS Touch Me for a few days. I probably have seen all the unboxings and set ups for both brands (personal size) haha. After ordering my Malden, now I am thinking whether to get a VDS or a Gilio, of course the Gillio will completely break my bank. What do you think?

[@JessicaTorina]

Ahhhh, such a tough decision! I would definitely check out the Facebook Marketplaces I linked in the description box because there are always Gillios for sale. The Van der Speks don't come up for sale nearly as often though. The layout of both planners is nearly identical so I think you have to decide how much the leather texture is a factor for you. If it's not as important, go with the Van der Spek (brand new it's still half the cost of a Gillio). If you know you're going to be in this size planner for a long time and you really want some luxurious leather I'd go with a Gillio or get a custom Van der Spek made. I hope that helps!

[@lorimav]

Do some research. Try an inexpensive Chinese one first that can be had for a few dollars to figure out ring size and paper size. Later you can keep your spare supplies in it. When you figure out what size A6, A 5 etc. and what ring size 20mm and 25mm, etc. Invest in one good quality leather planner that will last. Keep the money you save for old age or give to the poor for food. It is a shame to buy a half dozen expensive planners. Can you imagine owning a half dozen filofax etc. when some people need food or medical care.

[@stellaqian1645]

I also really like lady falcon traveler's company.

[@JessicaTorina]

Yes, they make beautiful covers and I’d love to order one one of these days. Thank you for watching!

[@loveharmony1]

This was a GREAT! review.

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I hope it was helpful :)

[@loveharmony1]

Yes, it was.

[@connieolson8497]

I emailed you, also wonder your Vander Spek touch is it standard,manager or Senior. Than you assisting me

[@JessicaTorina]

Just sent a response...it's a long one! I hope it helps!

[@MsViolettEyes]

Can you answer this same question for me? Standard manager or senior?

[@maricisneros5382]

Replaceable rings ? SOLD ! Lol

[@JessicaTorina]

It’s such a game changer! Now you don’t have to get rid of the whole thing if your rings get messed up. I love it!

[@jdmmi]

what size is the van der spek one? its perfect

[@jdmmi]

sorry i meant is it senior or standard sized? the website is hella confusing. I want one that will fit filofax personal sized paper (wide as well)

[@JessicaTorina]

Hello! The Van der Spek is "Standard" size on their website, also known as Personal size on the Filofax website. It's my favorite size. Thanks for watching!

[@michelemartens1118]

Thank you for the video, very very helpful. I am new to the planner the way of now. I always had planner but for functionality. Long time ago I saw a Filofax in Geneva (Switzerland) for 30 SF and was thinking how expensive it was. I should have buy it. Since living in the US I bought mostly Franklin Covey planner but their measurements are not standard so I am in the market to buy a new planner. Your video came just in time to help. Thank again for this very informative video

[@JessicaTorina]

I'm glad it was helpful! Which planner did you end up buying? Thanks for watching!

[@Dreblueskies]

I know this video is old so just curious what are using now?

[@JessicaTorina]

I’m in a Hobonichi Cousin (A5) right now and loving it! I was so in love with the Gillio leather that I had to get an A5 Appunto to house it in and it’s perfect!

[@Dreblueskies]

@@JessicaTorina Me too!!! I'm in the cousin in an Appunto, aren't they perfect?! What color do you have?

[@JessicaTorina]

Gold! My one true love haha!

[@Dreblueskies]

@@JessicaTorina I've only had gold on the interior of one and it's gorgeous! Are you in the FB group?

[@JessicaTorina]

@@Dreblueskies I sure am!

[@brianswifey2009]

Is the foxy fix the personal wide size?

[@JessicaTorina]

Hi Connie! This Foxy Fix is the regular personal size. It looks much wider because it has 30mm rings so the leather must be cut wider to cover the inserts sticking out further. The rings inside are Krause rings so you could swap them out for 25mm and maybe use it for personal wide inserts!

[@brianswifey2009]

@@JessicaTorina great!! Thank you!

[@bethwatson2112]

I probably missed it but does anyone know what color the Gillis is?

[@JessicaTorina]

Hi Beth! That Gillio is in the color gold. It was one of their older gold leathers so it was quite a deep color with a lovely patina. I have a brand new gold that is much lighter but hasn't had nearly as much handling. I think that's one of the coolest features of Gillio leather, how they change over time with use and handling. Let me know if you have any more questions and thanks for watching!

[@valeriehallmark6467]

Jessica Torina I too have an older Gillio personal in gold. Mine is either 5-6 years old and the darker color is so gorgeous and the patina is awesome. Mine still has that lovely leather smell and is super soft..just can’t say enough good things about this planner!

[@connieolson8497]

May I PM you so I don’t sound totally stupid? Loved your video. I think it helped me but I would like to have a few things explained. Thanks you

[@JessicaTorina]

Of course! I promise no question is stupid. Plus it might help someone else who has the same query! You can email me at [e-mail] as well if that’s easier. I look forward to hearing from you! :)

[@maricisneros5382]

I’m so new to the planner world that I thought gillio and vanderspek were the same thing.

[@JessicaTorina]

It'll definitely make your head spin! I tried to review some of the most popular brands out there right now but there are still a few more I missed like Kikki K and Kate Spade. It's an expensive rabbit hole to go down! Thank you for watching! :)

[@pannasam1435]

Nice video 👍🌹😍

[@JessicaTorina]

Thank you so much for watching! I hope it was helpful :)

[@mossyoakmom8880]

I don’t care for the Michaels planners. Feels and looks cheap.

[@JessicaTorina]

I agree! The colors are very bright and they have some really cool fabric options like the hologram and the rose pattern but I just can't get over how cheap they feel. It's a great intro to personal planners if someone is not sure of the size but I just never used it because of how it felt in my hands. Thank you so much for watching!