Left to right: Remarkable Pro, Pro Move, and PureReMarkableAs we head into back-to-school season, it's time to start thinking more about how to get our brains into gear. And while everyone is scrambling to get laptops and tablets for the first day of class, it may be worth it to consider ReMarkable's digital e-ink tablets, available at a discount until early September.Why ReMarkable? Writing longhand uses different parts of your brain. It increases creative thinking and forces you to process information differently. In fact, studies have been done that show it can actually reduce stress by up to 35%. Probably because you aren't worried that your words are just training a bot.From now until September 6, ReMarkable is offering a discount of $100 (or the local currency equivalent) on bundles for the Pro and Pro Move. With the discount, you can upgrade your ReMarkable bundle with a better Marker Plus and Folio for not much more than getting a Pro or Pro Move on its own with a standard Marker.However, you might be daunted if you head over to ReMarkable’s site to choose a tablet. There’s now three different sizes to choose from, each with different features. There’s the Pro, a kitted out full-color tablet that’s the only one with an available portable keyboard, the Pro Move, a notebook-sized color tablet, and the company’s newest, the Pure, a lighter, thinner, and cheaper black-and-white tablet. So which to pick? I'm lucky enough to have had all three in hand for the summer months, so I've had ample opportunity to compare and get an idea of just where these seemingly niche devices could fit into your life. MORE FOR YOUIf There's a Pro, Then Why Choose Pure?This is an important point to start with - after the latest software update, ReMarkable has closed the performance gap that I saw early on when testing the base-level ReMarkable Pure. While the Pure has a 21 millisecond writing latency compared to the Pro's 12 milliseconds, the difference is barely perceivable. So no matter where you decide to jump into the ReMarkable ecosystem, you'll be getting an e-ink tablet that is as close as you can get to writing in a physical pen and paper notebook. So why spend hundreds of dollars to replicate something that you can get for less than $10? As convenient and reliable as an analog writing system is, unless you meticulously transcribe or turn to AI transcription, your writing is trapped on the page. Suffice to say, ReMarkable's connectivity and built-in transcription is life-changing for anyone who relies on notes or who writes by hand. Even typing on the ReMarkable (which is possible on the Pro version) is different from just about anything else you're using today (unless you're a Freewrite fan). There's no grammar checker. No AI helper trying to rewrite your text as you get it down. There isn't even automatic spellchecking. It's you and your words. That's it. It's extremely freeing.ReMarkable Pro with Type FolioReMarkableI’ve written extensively about the ReMarkable Pro and accessories like the Type Folio so I won’t rehash the details. Suffice to say, the ReMarkable Pro with Marker Plus and Type Folio represents a complete production ecosystem for on-the-go writing. The color tablet opens up options like color highlighting and it’s easy to edit your converted scribbles with the Type Folio’s built-in keyboard. If you're looking to eliminate your laptop from your production process as much as possible, this is where you'll want to start looking. So why consider the company's latest tablet, the ReMarkable Pure, if the Pro is the perfect culmination of the company's ecosystem? Other than the cost difference, which is considerable, it's slimmer, cheaper, and, since it doesn't have a color screen or back light, has jaw-dropping battery life. I walked away from this tablet for months and came back to it still half-charged. Some of that cost difference is due to the Pure's build materials. It uses plastic where the Pro and Pro Move use metal. And while it may give Pro users pause, if you aren't used to the metal case of the Pro tablets, you won't give it a second thought. The weight benefit can't be underestimated either. At 21 oz in its case with marker, its a lightweight compared to a fully kitted out Pro w/ marker and Type Folio at 35 oz. The asymmetric frame of the ReMarkable is a benefit as well. The lip allows you to brace the tablet with your thumb without touching the screen.ReMarkable Pure with case and Marker PlusReMarkableIt's the features not included that make the Pure hew closer to the Platonic ideal that ReMarkable was based on, even down to the available case. There's no folio style, so there's nothing to get in the way of your writing. Those of us that are a bit fussier about our gear may turn up our noses at having to then contend with a loose case but it honestly makes a difference when you're using it. There's nothing to fidget with, nothing to get in the way. It truly delivers on the "Pure" of its moniker. That's by design. I asked at product launch if the ReMarkable Pure would ever get a Folio-style case of its siblings and the response was "unsure." The company isn't ruling it out, but want to gauge if their users even want the extra bulk of a Folio-style case. And a keyboard-enabled Folio is right out for the Pure since it would require a whole new connection type. It's similar to how Light is approaching flip phones with their latest device. Instead of piling on convenience features, the focus is on optimizing the most crucial parts of the experience.What About The Little One?ReMarkable Pro MoveReMarkableSo what about the ReMarkable Pro Move? It's the little, pocketable, notebook that could. I honestly take the Move with me anywhere I think I could possibly use it. It doesn't have the more frequent screen refresh of the larger Pro and it's perfect for scribbling down notes inconspicuously. If you switch between the Move and one of the larger tablets, however, you'll have to contend with different screen ratios making the text larger or smaller. Of course, if you religiously convert your notes to typed text like I do, then it makes things easier. Sitting in price between the Pure and the Pro, the Move is a great device if you're just not sure if a ReMarkable tablet is for you. With a full-color screen, it's more versatile than the black-and-white Pure but isn't nearly as expensive as the Pro. The smaller size means its battery lasts longer as well, even with a color screen, so you won't be staring at a "please recharge" screen when you go to wake it up. It's considerably more portable as well. It can easily slip into a carry-on or shoulder bag. I've even managed to tout it around in the larger pockets of my shorts. If you're the type of person that's constantly looking at Moleskine notebooks and wondering if maybe you need one more…the Move is a perfect companion.Back to School Bundle DealsChoosing which tablet to pick is dependent on a lot of factors, some of which you can’t even really determine until you get one of ReMarkable’s tablets in your hands. Luckily, the company gives you 50 days to try things out. As long as you hold on to your original boxes, you can return your entire bundle, no questions asked. Especially if you've already set aside some cash for one of ReMarkable's tablets, the bundle deals are a great way to upgrade to the best components on offer, like a Marker Plus or Type Folio (I would argue that the Marker Plus is a mandatory upgrade). With both, the Pro bundle maxes out at $729. The Pro Move with Marker Plus and a leather folio is $499. Bundles for the Pure aren't discounted, but still come in less than the Pro tablets at just under $450. It's a leap of faith to leave the laptop or iPad in your bag when you get to class but you'll find that taking notes and writing drafts "the old fashioned way" has lasting, real benefits. Check out the bundles and learn more on the ReMarkable website.