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We’re almost halfway through the year (already?!?), and that means it’s just about time for a mid-year check-in on my Hobonichi Techo planners (come back in a few weeks for that) Not to spoil things, but I’m on the hunt for a possible replacement for my Hobonichi Weeks come the beginning of the year.
One of the planners I looked at was the Clever Fox Pocket Weekly planner.
I’ve spoken highly before about Clever Fox planners before—how they’re bright, cheerful, and surprisingly comprehensive. But every now and then, they miss the mark by over-engineering a good idea. So I was curious to see where the Pocket Weekly landed.
At first blush: this planner is a fantastic Weeks alternative! It’s slightly bigger in the hand but still very much “pocket-sized.” It's just roomy enough to be usable without being bulky. It comes in a myriad of colors, with a sturdy vegan leather cover, an elastic band, three ribbon bookmarks, a back pocket, and of course—stickers! A pen loop is built in, which is always a plus in my book.
Like the Hobonichi, each week is spread across two pages: a horizontal weekly layout on the left, and a customizable productivity layout on the right. Rather than a blank grid space like in the Weeks, Clever Fox offers a habit tracker, a space for weekly priorities, and a small dotted section for your own notes or doodles. You also get standard monthly calendars, and a section of dot-grid pages in the back for brainstorming, bullet journaling, or general scribbles. I put pen tests there, but you do you.
My favorite part? It’s undated. You can start whenever you want. No pressure. No wasted pages if life gets weird for a month or two. My second favorite part? The price. Clever Fox continues to impress me with how much they pack into such affordable planners. This thing feels well-made and thoughtful without having to spend an arm and a leg.
I didn't keep this planner, though; I gave it to someone close to me who found their Weeks just a little too small for their hands. The Clever Fox struck the perfect balance: more room to write, still small enough to slip into a purse or jacket pocket. That, to me, is a big win.
The reason why I ultimately passed is because I’m looking for something a little more robust for next year. But if you’re itching to shake up your planning routine or you’ve found the Hobonichi Weeks just a smidge too snug, the Clever Fox Pocket Weekly might be exactly what you’re looking for.
One of the planners I looked at was the Clever Fox Pocket Weekly planner.
I’ve spoken highly before about Clever Fox planners before—how they’re bright, cheerful, and surprisingly comprehensive. But every now and then, they miss the mark by over-engineering a good idea. So I was curious to see where the Pocket Weekly landed.
At first blush: this planner is a fantastic Weeks alternative! It’s slightly bigger in the hand but still very much “pocket-sized.” It's just roomy enough to be usable without being bulky. It comes in a myriad of colors, with a sturdy vegan leather cover, an elastic band, three ribbon bookmarks, a back pocket, and of course—stickers! A pen loop is built in, which is always a plus in my book.
Like the Hobonichi, each week is spread across two pages: a horizontal weekly layout on the left, and a customizable productivity layout on the right. Rather than a blank grid space like in the Weeks, Clever Fox offers a habit tracker, a space for weekly priorities, and a small dotted section for your own notes or doodles. You also get standard monthly calendars, and a section of dot-grid pages in the back for brainstorming, bullet journaling, or general scribbles. I put pen tests there, but you do you.
My favorite part? It’s undated. You can start whenever you want. No pressure. No wasted pages if life gets weird for a month or two. My second favorite part? The price. Clever Fox continues to impress me with how much they pack into such affordable planners. This thing feels well-made and thoughtful without having to spend an arm and a leg.
I didn't keep this planner, though; I gave it to someone close to me who found their Weeks just a little too small for their hands. The Clever Fox struck the perfect balance: more room to write, still small enough to slip into a purse or jacket pocket. That, to me, is a big win.
The reason why I ultimately passed is because I’m looking for something a little more robust for next year. But if you’re itching to shake up your planning routine or you’ve found the Hobonichi Weeks just a smidge too snug, the Clever Fox Pocket Weekly might be exactly what you’re looking for.
