I picked up the Mead 2 Pack of Paper Primary Journal Early 100 CT as a journaling and planning tool for my business, and I wanted to give you an honest breakdown of what this writing pad product actually delivers. At $12.56 for two journals, the price point suggested I’d be getting decent quality, and I needed to verify whether Mead still stands behind their reputation. Let me walk you through what I found after putting these to actual use.
The 2 Pack of Paper Primary Journal Early 100 CT is designed with primary lines, which means wider spacing between ruled lines intended for early writers and those who prefer more room for their handwriting. Each journal contains 100 pages, giving you solid volume without the bulk of larger composition books. The paper quality is what you’d expect from Mead, a company that’s been making writing products since the 1800s. The sheets hold up reasonably well to pen pressure, whether you’re using ballpoint or gel pens. I tested both, and neither caused excessive bleed-through, which matters when you’re writing on both sides of the pages. The covers are sturdy enough to protect the pages from everyday wear, though they’re not reinforced like some premium journals I’ve used.