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Reviewer consensus · 2026

Best Bullet Journal Supplies of 2026What 0 reviewers actually think, trust-weighted

Bullet journaling supplies span notebooks, fineliners, and brush pens, and the right kit depends on whether you prioritize bleed-proof paper, archival ink, or value. The picks below are a trust-weighted synthesis of the signals available to us, which for this pool consist almost entirely of verified-purchase Amazon ratings and review volume rather than independent lab testing or specialist-community discussion. We've scored accordingly and flagged where the evidence is thin, so treat these as consensus-of-buyers rankings rather than tested verdicts.

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Top pick · #1PAPERAGE Dotted Journal Notebook, (Black), 160 Pages, Medium 5.6 in x 8 in - 100 GSM Thick Paper – Hardcover…
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PAPERAGE Dotted Journal Notebook, (Black), 160 Pages, Medium 5.6 in x 8 in - 100 GSM Thick Paper – Hardcover…

PAPERAGE

★★★★★4.8(65,067)86Great

Across the signals we have, the PAPERAGE dotted journal carries the strongest verified-purchase consensus of any notebook in this pool: a 4.8-star average over roughly 65,000 Amazon reviews. That combination of high rating and very large volume is the most reliable buyer signal available here, and it points to a notebook that satisfies the broad majority of journalers at a low price (around $10) for its 100gsm paper and hardcover build.

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What paper weight is best for a bullet journal?
Heavier paper resists bleed-through from brush pens and markers. Among these picks, the higher-GSM notebooks (160gsm options like the VIVID SCRIBBLES and the B5 dotted journal, plus the Leuchtturm1917's 120gsm) are marketed specifically for ghost- and bleed-resistance, while the budget 100gsm CAGIE and RETTACY notebooks are better suited to standard pens and fineliners than to heavy marker layouts.
Do I need special pens for bullet journaling?
No, but archival, waterproof, and smudge-resistant ink helps. The Sakura Pigma Micron set is the most-reviewed archival fineliner option here, and the Tombow Fudenosuke brush pens are the go-to for hand-lettering and headers. Budget fineliner multipacks like the Taotree set cover everyday writing and simple layouts at a much lower per-pen cost.
Are budget dotted journals worth it?
For many beginners, yes. The CAGIE and RETTACY notebooks carry very high Amazon ratings across thousands of reviews at single-digit prices. The trade-off versus a Leuchtturm1917 is typically paper consistency, binding durability, and brand-specific BuJo features, though we lack independent testing in this dataset to quantify the gap.
What's the difference between a Leuchtturm1917 and a cheaper dotted journal?
The Leuchtturm1917 Official Bullet Journal Edition includes BuJo-specific features like numbered pages, an index, and a pocket guide, plus 120gsm paper. Budget alternatives often match the page count and dot grid for far less but vary more in paper quality and binding. Choose based on whether you want the official BuJo structure or just a serviceable dot grid.