Remarkable 2 vs Onyx Boox Tab Ultra Compared

[@albertm0110]

I wonder if they'll eventually be able to make these screens feel 90% like actual paper, there's just something about paper that makes it more pleasant to write on imo.

[@johnstjohn4705]

Another good review. I bought a Tab Ultra for the features. I like that I can use Notion on it. The Remarkable is no longer remarkable.

[@joetkeshub]

Remarkable ad campaign is pretty heavy but they can survive only thanks to a captive audience (those who bought their stuff) that has to pay a lot to get basic services... Too expensive for the quality of service. Onyx Boox TU is a terrific game changer.

[@stevenprosser8813]

I was that person who bought a ReMarkable 2 and THEN learned about Boox and everything else out there that is available 😅! It's good to keep spreading the word; same goes for people who think there only eReader options are Kindle or Kobo! I use to think I had to pick which ecosystem I had to get "trapped" into; then discover an android eReader like the Boox Leaf or Meebook P6 and realize you can have BOTH ecosystems, access to Libby, Scribd, Perlego, Pearson+, Moon Reader+ Pro, Marvel Unlimited, DC Universe, etc. all from one Eink screen 😁🤩

[@goodereader]

back in 2019, the remarkable would be THE choice. but the landscape has changed... stop buying VHS tapes, and start downloading digital, so-to-speak

[@stevenprosser8813]

@@goodereader yes I bought a used ReMarkable 1 to try it out, then around early 2021 bought the ReMarkable 2. Then Reinkstone R1 publicity led to me discovering Boox, Bigme, Boyue, etc. Along with discovering this channel 😁🤩

[@stevenprosser8813]

Also writing FEEL of ReMarkable 1 blew away ReMarkable 2 in my opinion haha, it was a bit slower for latency, but the plastic screen felt amaaaaaaaaaazing. With the release of Leaf 2, maybe we'll get a sunken in screened plastic enote device from Boox too, to get that better feel 😁 Doodroo screen protectors do the job for me at the moment 😅

[@shreyash6495]

Sadly in India you have to be trapped only in kindle ecosystem. There are no distrubters of onyx.

[@stevenprosser8813]

@@shreyash6495 That's rough😱! what happens when you try to order from the Boox site? Is it that shipping is very expensive or does it just not allow you to place the order? I'm in Canada and have been able to order from their Hong Kong warehouse a couple of times. Would you be able to access them through ebay or any alternative markets like that?

[@samuellemos7306]

The Onyx Tab Ultra will be the perfect gift that I am going to give to my brother on his Birthday next week, thanks for the video @Good e-Reader.

[@criticalhit148]

Onyx has a great line of devices this time. If you need more functions, there is no competitors right now.

[@davidchambers3252]

Love how well and clearly you compare both devices, keep up the good work 🙌🏼

[@goodereader]

Is there a problem with us reviewing two products that people are interested in?

[@colorona8456]

@@GaryLangEngr They're both in the same price range and marketed to the same user group. There is a reason, why many people search for this exact comparison. So no, it's not off - I am in the market for something like the Onyx and not for an iPad (even if I disregard the problem I would have with buying an apple device).

[@samuelpeixoto7960]

I have a friend in college that has a Onyx Boox and they told me that it has the best settings not just to read but to write as well, thanks a lot for the video keep going.

[@CaptHammer]

Which one has more business features? I'd like to take meeting notes, convert to typewritten and upload through one drive. I'd also utilize it as a planner.

[@aitorpetrer]

The new boox tab ultra seems like a new standard on the e ink tablets for me. Hope to see a 300ppi in the next model like the kiondle scribe in order to see the true "all in one" e ink tablet.

[@H17ist]

More comparisons like these, really displays the difference of both so that we know what to pick

[@sushi_donut]

Yes!! This is the comparison I've been waiting for 😁😁 Thank you, can't wait to watch

[@anaszeidan]

Could u compare between them in manga pdf file?

[@MoniqueAlmario]

The landscape *has* changed, before readers included notetaking, Remarkable had a chance but since then Remarkable's been lagging behind and their features are limited. If someone had money to burn and just want a writing tablet, they could buy the Remarkable but at the end of the day, why would you, if there were better options available? Thank you for this comprehensive and fair review.

[@arm8636]

How about the battery however ? Since one is runnning android while the other has an in-house software written specifically for this device …

[@behboodik]

Is it possible to use the onyx tab as a whiteboard in a virtual meeting? Cause it is android I wonder if there's a feature or app that makes it possible to share the screen in real time.

[@WindTechInsights]

Remarkable 2 seems to me much better for paper like reading, and writing. I understand there are many features in the Boox Tab Ultra, but they are very distracting compared to the paper like use case, like the Remarkable can do. If I want to buy a tablet, I will buy a tablet :) bad comparison.

[@endingXgame]

I am super excited to see some more about the Boox Tab Ultra. Im really leaning towards getting it

[@mitchfreo3035]

Have my notifications on. Always looking forward to your reviews. Thanks so much.

[@FredWaltman]

One correction: If you use the Remarkable Pen with the Remarkable tips it does have a very paper like feel. If I use a generic pen on the RM2 it does have the writing on glass feeling of other tablets.

[@goodereader]

Unfortunately no, the remarkable pen with the tips on the exact same tips as the one on the ultra So what is the exact same feeling Onyx, king Jim, iReader, remarkable, Hyread, boyue, bigme, Fujitsu, all 100% the exact same tips and the exact same feel

[@FredWaltman]

@@goodereader My RM2 uses the same tips as my RM1. In fact the RM1 pen works fine with the RM2 (it is my backup pen when I travel).

[@gregclare]

Nice review. But for me it just showed that the RM2 is probably the best to get. Reason: If you want a note taking e-ink pad, with no distractions, the Onyx just looks like it has too many options to learn. Options that aren’t really necessary for note taking. I mean, if you want general tablet functionality, then buy an iPad (or other tablet).

[@cris.ouitty]

beautiful! although i'm still considering a Kobo Clara 2E e-Reader for myself

[@asinter1371]

Just wondering how fragile the screens are... I used to break numerous readers when they were put in my backpacks few years ago...

[@joetkeshub]

Great review. Instructive and pretty helpful. Thank you for being one of the most responsive channel.

[@shinumi85]

It would be cool if you did more comparing videos as I've seen in facebook people actually buying the units to compare them and returning the one they didn't like (not very easy with the Boox as their return policy is stricker than Remarkable)

[@christmas-carol5292]

Nice comparison! I was wondering, could you also make a video with recommendations for lefties?

[@kead6636]

Is the info regarding Connect still valid? I saw a website say remakrable 2 can also share and do text conversion without being subscribed.

[@Siverly]

I have an iPad Pro and a Remarkable (1). I don't want my writing tablet to be a do-everything device. It does very well just what I want it to, and after the removal of the subscription fee, it's even more perfect. There are some very good features in the Remarkable 3.0 beta also, so it is definitely not stagnant. Totally get what you're trying to do in this comparison, but I really think it's missing the main point.

[@randomuser5237]

Did you actually watch the video? They showed point by point that even when it comes to writing Boox is just so far ahead it's not even close. "Distraction-free" has just become a gimmick marketing term to get people into buying stuff lacking even basic features so that companies can make more profit.

[@goodereader]

This. Very this

[@jerome96114]

Two Tab Ultra questions: - Can the keyboard cover be used with other (german f.e.) keyboard layouts? - How do two paged pdfs (scanned books, etc) look on the (compared to Max/ Lumi) smaller device? Still readable, or rather useless?

[@MiAdiccionGunplera]

I love the ereaders, but its so hard to find them in Chile 🇨🇱 😢

[@iiyuminbolshvick8962]

Will there be a video comparing all the new bigme/onyxboox devices against each other? I see a lot of 2022 releases but it is hard to see the direct side by side comparisons, it would be nice to have a monthly comparison line-up. Lastly is Sharp+Wacom selling the pre-order of their Gallery 3 directly on their sites? I have been looking for direct links and im falling short.

[@cyberc0l0mbiana]

Amazing - thank you for this! Do you have a comparison of the “most” paper-like feel devices such as the ones you mentioned?

[@dmellos_army1998]

As a person with a very short attention span, I like the Remarkable 2 better hahaha but both of these devices area great and it just really depends on the end user

[@Chaine4058]

Are writing, drawing and sharing features from the onyx tab in this video the same for the onyx air 2?

[@SubinSyd]

Would it be possible to sync my pdf annotations two-way between Boox note air 2 plus and Remarkable2?

[@nanoflower1]

Like these comparison videos as they bring out more of the differences between various devices than a straight review.

[@chronez]

commenting for the contest, thanks for having it! :)

[@dazzlynkenneddy4049]

What a great and informative review. Was thinking of buying Onyx Boox Tab Ultra for my hubby for Christmas.

[@mdcoolcomrat]

Will there be a remarkable update with fresh hardware?

[@Dienes]

Had the RM2 for quite some time and thought going Boox Ultra C would be a nice upgrade. It was not, I returned it after an hour of using it. The writing experience on the Boox is MUCH worse than the RM2. The way the pens and strokes behave it miles behind the natural feel of RM2. Boox also has this annoying thing that the first stroke you make always has a huge delay which is very irritating (you can see that in every review video of someone writing). Plus the Boox is much thicker and heavier than the RM2, which makes it really uncomfortable to hold one-handed. Yes it has tons of features that RM2 does not have, but what are they worth if they are unpleasant and no fun to use? RM2 is a device you love using, it feels just right.

[@mattschiaff]

I've been debating on a ReMarkable Tablet for some time now. This video definitely helps me lean one way or the other. Thanks!

[@Seamus_87]

I bought a Book Ultra Tab - any suggestions for a paper like screen protector?

[@fouzr]

Looks like you have an older version of the software on the reMarkable The newer version removes the sub thing and they have returned a lot of features back for people without a sub And the new 3.0 beta has the “canvas” feature of longer pages if one needs it

[@goodereader]

Yes, there's subtle slight advancements, but does not change the overall point and reality that these one-trick Pony e notes are just played out You can't add a glow light via software XD

[@fouzr]

Tbh, that’s fine by me Since it both saves battery life and also reduces the thickness and/or gap between the glass and the eInk There’s a reason these are more niche, not everyone gets single purpose devices anymore, like the PDAs of yesteryear

[@NathanKenyon]

I’ve always thought the Remarkable was so cool, but it feels like they’ve just completely stagnated. I’d definitely want a Boox if I were buying today.

[@ncroc]

Yeah, writing experience is what really matters to me. I don't really care about the rest of the features much. However, I really hate that I cannot rotate pdfs so that I can read the text with larger fonts in landscape view. Also I don't care about the cloud but I should be able to update my files on my pc even after 50 days. That's just bs.

[@oshiage_]

That's why the boox is the easy choice for me too. The online subscription seems quite ridiculous for me, they really limit what the device can do without a plan

[@DayaMcCarthy]

Could You use onenote on the boox?

[@ezootter]

Onyx Boox Tab Ultra is what I would pick between the 2, It has everything that I would want and need in an ereader.

[@jcam42]

Does the Tab Ultra have tilt now? I'm asking because the Tab X does. Also, how good does the Tab X feel since it's plastic. Does it feel like paper?

[@helvettefaensatan]

What I miss for these reviews is how you would handle file/document sorting, folders, search, referencing, etc. Study and work tools.

[@Mark-fg3ku]

You should make a tab ultra vs tab X I think everybody wants to know wich one is better

[@leoponce82ponce]

on the boox ultra... can I mix converted text with handwritten text?

[@28kb]

What about lumi Max 2 what's the difference with tab ultra

[@JohnReynolds123]

Keep up the good work! Can't wait for my Ultra Tap to arrive!

[@asimard]

The Remarkable 2 looks amazing but I feel like all the features would drain the battery :( I prefer to have my phone, my note taking device and my e-reader all separated!

[@BillyKangas]

I've come around a bit to the remarkable. It's simple but I use it more because of its simplicity

[@GRZYWOGUY]

What does have the best pencil feel on any tablet or eReader?

[@dgw1970]

I hada Remarkable 1 and sold it. I got agreat price for my second hand Remarkable. I think that's because people don't see e-ink to have, fast pace changes. I get my Boox tab Vita tomorrow so I will see how things compare.

[@mihaipredescu]

Would be lovely to see these days a new version of a e-ink 13'' tablet with best performance and running Android 12. Onyx Tab Ultra @ 13.3''. I am searching for a best working "station" e-ink with A4 format (necessary for music scores playing and students work on courses, withouth having to always zoom on page, having the A4 format on the screen, as it is).

[@anniehungonyin]

Can’t wait to see a comparison between the kindle scribe and the remarkable !

[@hmf33]

Hi, any devices you could recommend along with this Onyx Boox Tab Ultra? Do you have a "best" e-ink reader for someone who is looking for a generous size and a good writing experience / functionality? Price is also a factor, so "bang for your buck" may apply here. This Onyx Boox Tab Ultra looks promising, but just wanted to get your thoughts on any others as well, and what your "best" or go-to is. Thanks!

[@theantibeta]

Why it feels so slow on screen?

[@goodereader]

because the RM2 is slow af

[@shreyash6495]

Will kindle scribe be available in India?

[@goodereader]

yes it will :)

[@raghavarora153]

When ?

[@shreyash6495]

@@raghavarora153 any idea what they will price it in India? Approx

[@VaniRajSingh]

Hi ! I don't know where to drop a comment for the kobo contest so i am doing this on both the videos .(to be honest i dont think i will win this because i am not viewing your videos for a long amount of time and a little honesty goes a long way . But still i will keep my fingers crossed and hope for the best .) Thankyou for introducing this opportunity and keep making these amazing vedios.

[@alcorfe]

Existe algum dispositivo Onyx com moddo noturno?

[@nickisashkir]

Do you have any plans to compare multiple of these tablets? Onyx to Remarkable to Kindle Scribe? I'd love to see a 3 by 3 comparison. (by the way pick me lol, i'm addicted to ereaders and my last one broke :(, also how do you guys know who has patreon accounts and who doesn't, my name is slightly different on patreon)

[@goodereader]

Sometimes our team can justify doing a three side by side comparison. We have done that several times in the past including last month when we did the Kindle versus Kobo versus Nook But for the most part we are quite busy and receive samples every single day Granted, not everything makes the cut, but still.

[@adamhuang3165]

Onyx Boox Tab Ultra is essentially a tablet with eink screen. Very tempted to get it if Tab Ultra has a 13.3 inch version in the future.

[@alexcanohernandez6316]

I'm seriously considering a tablet like e ink device, thanks for the info

[@IPODsify]

Eink for note taking seems to finally not suck now, now it's the prices I have to wait on!

[@scottbecker3485]

Love your style of delivery: fast-paced but coherent; flowy and yet well structured. All in all, very valuable! That said, I believe it‘s incorrect to say (as many are) that the Remarkable forces you to subscribe in order to properly use the device. Not true according to at least one reviewer out there. Apparently you can just ignore all those requests to subscribe, and just use Dropbox and other cloud services with absolutely nothing missing in terms of functionality. Maybe worth investigating to see if that‘s right. P.S. I‘ll wait for Remarkable 3. If it at least has lights and still good battery life, and faster processing/refreshing, I‘d consider it.

[@arm8636]

2:16 that little guy who has a British accent that says “the fiwst e-weadew’ that feels loïke païpew’ “ Hahaha , you had me there What an amazing channel , just discovered it , bloody amazing honestly I’m just waiting for an e-reader that will replace my tablet for note taking , pdf annotating and comic strips reading . I’m afraid I’m gonna have to wait … tho I’ve seen a video of yours in which a color+bw 300ppi is shown … curious about that one

[@goodereader]

haha, that wasnt scripted for Peter. but yeah, it's definitely false. Neither of these two feel like paper.

[@arm8636]

@@goodereader oh well as long as he’s having fun :)) it’s always good to have people improvising , makes it feel natural and cool Really appreciate your work btw

[@arm8636]

@@goodereader do you believe that we will soon be able to get a bw+colors with true 300ppi below 500$? I feel like the prices just go up as technology improves…while it should -logically- get down

[@MarcinKaszuba-f4w]

these are two different worlds, the world has gone crazy by cramming eggs into one "box", and we need simplicity and separation from a million stimuli and trinkets, it's good that there are different products for different needs and different recipients, in this case reMarkable is something special , a return to peace, balance, and originality, a simple, effective "cutter", and let the rest of the world get excited about another stuffed to the brim standard, ordinary, normal, as well as everyone else's, magical gadget, but we have a free choice, I choose a return to the classic and beautiful simplicity, thank you very much, best regards.

[@elissesevilla3891]

I love how they compare it so that some will know what is the best to pick.

[@Verhoeven91]

Both have their pros and cons. Thanks Goodereader for making comparisons like this!

[@yorkiepudd]

This is a great review. Very interesting. The boox seems head and shoulders above the other..I assumed the remarkable 2 was new because of the advertising!

[@phoenux3986]

Been considering a Remarkable tablet since being bombarded by their ads the past few months but the subscription service is a complete deal breaker for me. Guess now I know where the money for the onslaught of ads came from at least.

[@goodereader]

Well, the device itself should be a deal breaker as it is old, outclassed, and outmanned by basically anything else in the industry at this point. "Distraction free" is an excuse companies with an inferior product used to sell their items :(

[@robert.i.turnbull]

Am looking forward to upgrading to Onyx from a Nook

[@thinkingthreads3165]

If only this thing exists during my school days ages ago 😅

[@dariofinoli6778]

I'm here for all the contests!

[@rodhernandez4134]

My Likebook P10 introduced me to the world of notetaking on an eink device and I love it. The Boox Tab Ultra would be the dream notetaking device. I have not been impressed with the remarkable.

[@musta315]

subcription has changed , now you can convert and send text without subsciption

[@TheMeltingPointOfWax]

both look like a whole package device, a good summary thanks for the review

[@alicedalexandrite]

Books on android give so much freedom, I didn't think about it before buying my Pocketbook. Not a bad choice in the slightest, but I am indeed intrigued by the Android possibilities

[@rpetrasanta]

Great comparison! I like the flexibility of the Boox Tab Ultra!

[@LindaV.95]

While the Onyx has a lot of features I prefer a reader just for reading. No distractions! And the remarkable is just not so suitable. But nice comparison!

[@melissaneves3266]

Maybe I should get one of those to college notes

[@pedromiguelvicente8099]

It all comes down to the power of advertising and Remarkable is entirely supported by it these days

[@AlignmentCoaching]

Darn it, I just bought the Remarkable! Kidding, I ordered the Tab Ultra and it’s going to be put to good use!

[@parzival988]

Can’t wait for my remarkable!

[@muhammadev3424]

Its worth to buy Remarkable2 in end of 2023?

[@goodereader]

It wasn't worth it to buy the remarkable a year after it came out

[@Sofubi]

You know what’s missing here for me? A “Magic Keyboard” like accessory.

[@velinapencheva7084]

Your reviews are always on point! Thank you for the amazing content

[@Wyram]

I’ve always been curious about these e ink note takers

[@zaneverran3345]

I think it's remarkable how much I wanted a 2, when everything else continued to evolve.

[@Patil_Swapnil]

Amazing review brother. Keep up the good work.

[@goodereader]

Thank you, the good e-reader team consists of 40 people across five offices in five countries, But I'll let the team know you are thanking us :-)

[@Patil_Swapnil]

@@goodereader cheers to the team.

[@cintiapara705]

I wish we had this e readers here in Brasil.

[@7hamcw]

These comparison videos are useful. Thanks for this!

[@michiga5220]

Hey this is a comment directed from competition video for the kobo 😅, but remarkable is pretty cool

[@borresj1285]

I especially like the conclusion of this video for the "remarkable". It is one of the most ridiculously over-hyped products, which time has passed long ago. Their aggressive marketing is actually detrimental for the potential buyer, but it is up to the people to get informed before a(ny) purchase.

[@drbearTC]

Thank you for the comparison about the two devices

[@killerfrost9817]

I would love to read in that ebook 😍

[@ludenu]

There needs to be more competition in the eink android tablet space

[@goodereader]

There is quite a bit actually. Onyx Boyue Meebook King Jim Mobiscribe Hyread Hanvon iReader Facebook Hisense (smartphones)

[@hoontie]

First time hearing about boox, thank you for this video!