What are the best 2025 planners to help you stay organised and on track for the new year?
We all want to feel like we’re on top of our schedules, ticking off daily tasks and not forgetting important events. We strive towards our own version of success, and rightly so. But staying organised isn’t always easy without the best tools. Not every planner suits everyone, so we’ve outlined five of our best diaries—who they’re perfect for and why they work—so you can find the one that fits your needs. We’ve kept it simple, although it’s hard not to include every detail that makes these diaries the best.
Let’s dive in and find your perfect 2025 planner.
1. My Journal 2025
Perfect for: People with countless plans, ideas, and goals for the future.
We would choose this planner for the social butterfly with a packed schedule and lots of aspirations. It comes in a variety of cover designs, with bold prints and colour for dopamine desk dressing. The My Journal 2025 is packed with tick boxes and checklists. So, if you're someone who loves planning every detail, from personal goals to daily to-dos, this is your match. This planner ensures you stay on top of everything you want to achieve, all in one place.
Brand: A-Journal
Layout: Horizontal weekly spread
Paper: Bright cream-coloured FSC Certified paper
Dates: December 25, 2024 – January 5, 2026
Size: Available in A5
Other cool specs: Full of checklists, soft leather-like cover, ribbon marker, elastic closure, and an inner pocket. With its durable and compact design, this is the planner for anyone who loves detailed planning.
Our Papersmiths 2025 diary pre-orders have now sold out and been shipped to our customers. But you haven't missed out. We have more Papersmiths diaries on their way. Please await more information on the launch.
2. Papersmiths 2025 Planner
Perfect for: Tactile enthusiasts who appreciate simplicity.
If you’re busy but prefer a simple, no-fuss approach to planning, the Papersmiths 2025 Planner is for you. This diary is stripped back to the essentials with a minimal design and a weekly spread. It features monthly overviews and priority checklists to help you set achievable goals. All the features are designed to help you keep the momentum with your planning throughout the year. It's also designed and made in the UK, with high quality materials to ensure it feels as looks the part. So, if keeping it minimal, sophisticated and easy to access is your jam, then you'll love this diary collection.
Brand: Papersmiths
Layout: Horizontal weekly spread
Paper: Smooth, FSC Certified, premium Inaset 100gsm paper
Dates: December 2024 – January 2026
Size: Available in A5
Other cool specs: Grosgrain bookmark, high-quality linen cover, wire-o binding for easy access. This 2025 planner keeps things simple and sophisticated, perfect for maintaining focus all year.
3. The Appointed Year Task Planner for 2025
Perfect for: Busy professionals and creatives who need a structured way to organise their projects.
The Appointed Year Task Planner is a go-to for those juggling multiple projects, meetings, or assignments. Its minimal and has a sophisticated design. This planner includes a weekly overview alongside a full page dedicated to list-making and note-taking, helping you break down your tasks into actionable steps. The monthly tabs make it easy to find your page when you need to quickly make notes, and the water-resistant cover ensures your planner stays in good shape wherever you go.
Layout: Weekly overview with a dedicated task section
Paper: Smooth, premium 70 lb text-weight stock
Dates: January 2025 – December 2025
Size: 24.1 cm x 19 cm (slightly larger than an A5 planner and closer to a B5 size)
Other features: Laminated monthly tabs, brass wire-o binding, cotton book cloth cover, year overview, monthly goals pages, and conversion charts.
This planner offers the perfect balance of structure and flexibility, making it ideal for those with a lot on their plate.
4. Marks 2025 Colors Diary
Perfect for: Procrastinators and those with busy schedules who need to allocate time for tasks.
We love our Japanese designs and, Marks, is on the top of the list. Marks Japan is the go to planner for those who need an hourly breakdown of their day. It has a minimal format in the inner with maximum colour on the outer. Their recycled PVC covers offer splash proof protection for your pages, a desirable option for those always on the go. These diaries are also an absolute must for any procrastinators. The vertical hourly schedule allows you to set time for each task. The process of allocating time can do real wonders for helping you stay productive and avoid double-booking.
Brand: Marks Japan
Layout: Vertical 16-hour schedule on a weekly spread
Paper: Bright white FSC® certified paper
Dates: September 2024 – January 2026
Size: Available in A5 and A6
Other features: Two ribbon markers, recycled PVC cover, space for notes, cards, and other essentials. This is the perfect 2025 planner for anyone who thrives on structured time management.
5. Nahe 2025 Monthly Planner
Perfect for: People with lots of plans and a love for analogue organisation.
The Nahe 2025 Monthly Planner is a rare find. Nahe planners are another minimal Japanese design that we can't get enough of. They're compact, portable planners with a removable covers to keep your pages protected. We recommend this planner for those who need a simple space to jot down appointments, plans, and events without the added clutter. It’s small enough to pop into your bag and easy to update on the go. Keep it analogue, take a break from your screen and pop your plans in these little monthly planning books.
Brand: Hightide
Layout: Monthly spread
Paper: Bright cream, smooth paper
Dates: October 2024 – January 2026
Size: 105 x 125mm (Similar to A6)
Other cool specs: Year overview, Small enough to keep in a purse or wallet. Ideal monthly overview of events. If you want a monthly planner for 2025 that keeps things simple and portable, this is the one.
There are plenty of other 2025 planners out there that might suit your needs, but these five are our top recommendations for staying organised and on track in the new year. Enjoy browsing more diaries in our collection here.
For those daily planners, we have a sixth option coming soon. The below diary will launch in October 2024.
The 2025 Appointed Daily Planner - Coming soon
Perfect for: Sophisticated minimalists with a busy daily schedule.
If you’re familiar with Appointed, you’ll know they’re famous for their luxurious, functional planners. The Appointed Daily Planner is an ideal alternative to their popular Year Task Planner, for those who want to delve into daily planning with plenty of space for notes and appointments. This sturdy, hardback planner includes hourly schedules, priority checklists, and space for daily tasks. It's the perfect planner perfect for those with busy work schedules.
Brand: Appointed
Layout: Horizontal daily layout with hourly scheduling
Paper: Premium 60 lb text-weight paper
Dates: December 2024 – January 2026
Size: 22.4 x 14.5 x 2.69 cm (Similar to A5)
Other cool specs: Grosgrain bookmark, monthly spreads, durable cotton-blend cover, hardcover case, daily dot grid note section. If you need a 2025 daily planner that keeps you organised hour by hour, this one’s for you.
