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Onyx Boox Note Air vs reMarkable Paper Pro Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right eReader.
Onyx Boox Note Air
Onyx
Onyx Boox Note Air
reMarkable Paper Pro
reMarkable
reMarkable Paper Pro
Verdict

Pros & cons

Boox Note Air

If you’re looking for a tablet that’s designed more for learning or work, the Onyx Boox Note Air is an excellent middle-ground between full-featured tablets like Apple’s iPads and the more pared-back features of e-readers. It checks all of the boxes for what a professional or a student might need when reading, writing and note-taking, even including the availability of installing the Google Play store. It’s a great tablet and very well rounded.

+
Good
+ Premium design
+ Nice pen with magnetic storage
+ Suitable format and app support
−
Not
− Not waterproof
− So-so third-party app support for pen
− Low refresh rate means no second monitor use

Paper Pro

This tablet offers an unmatched, focused writing experience, perfect for those valuing simplicity without distractions.

+
Good
+ Responsive stylus input
+ Color E Ink display
+ Front lighting added
+ Tactile writing experience
+ Large screen for notes
−
Not
− High price point
− Limited app support
− Bulky accessories
− Subscription needed
− Slow color refresh
Spec data

How they compare

Boox Note Air
Paper Pro
Processor
Qualcomm Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Octa-core 1.8 GHz
Processor
ARM ARM Cortex-A53 Quad-core 1.8 GHz
Display
Grayscale
Display
Color
Weight
420g (14.8 oz)
Weight
525g (18.5 oz)
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Boox Note Air
9" × 7.7"
Paper Pro
10.8" × 7.7"
Thickness · to scale
Boox Note Air
0.2"
Paper Pro
0.2"
Height
9" (229.4 mm)
Height
10.8" (274.1 mm)
Width
7.7" (195.4 mm)
Width
7.7" (196.6 mm)
Depth
0.2" (5.8 mm)
Depth
0.2" (5.1 mm)
Weight
420g (14.8 oz)
Weight
525g (18.5 oz)
Screen
10.3"
Screen
11.8"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Boox Note Air vs Paper Pro: FAQ

Should I buy the Boox Note Air or the Paper Pro?
Our critics' take on the Boox Note Air: "If you’re looking for a tablet that’s designed more for learning or work, the Onyx Boox Note Air is an excellent middle-ground between full-featured tablets like Apple’s iPads and the more pared-back features of e-readers." On the Paper Pro: "This tablet offers an unmatched, focused writing experience, perfect for those valuing simplicity without distractions." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated November 2026. Suggest a correction →