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1. Always ready when inspiration strikes

No fumbling with apps or worrying about battery life. Your pocket notebook is right there when a brilliant thought hits—so your best ideas never get lost.

Capture it now

2. Stay focused, get more done

No pings, no endless scrolling—just pure focus. Capture tasks, track goals, and move through your day with clarity and control.

Own your day

3. Stress relief that lasts all day

Offload your thoughts onto paper and feel the weight lift. Writing clears your head, calms your mind, and leaves you ready to handle whatever’s next.

Clear Your Head

4. Everything in one place

No more scattered sticky notes or half-finished thoughts in random apps. Keep all your ideas, reminders, and to-dos in one spot you can always count on.

Stay organized

5. Boost your mood instantly

A few minutes of journaling or doodling can turn a hectic day around—helping you relax, reset, and refocus on what actually matters.

Lift your spirits

★★★★★ 4.9 stars from 5,000+ reviews

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Lochby journals sold

74%

saw a noticeable boost in productivity

95%

felt more organized

89%

reduced screen time and improved focus

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Works Wonders

“As the days went by, I noticed that it was much easier to pay attention to people when they talked to me. I could remember even the most minute details. I slept better. All because I was able to exercise my mind instead of letting it consume whatever it wanted. The utility of this journal isn't just its convenience. It's the mental obstacles that it removes.”

Grant S.

Perfect for the Working Thinker

“What do I love about the mini-journal? I can have 4 little field books at the same time. I use them for different things, work and other interests. Now in one place I can keep notes on the things that keep my life moving.”

Derek L.

Pocket Journal to Rocket 🚀 Journal

"Can't sleep at night? It's probably because you haven't bought one of these yet, to jot down your thoughts before bed. Any plans you make won't stick, unless they are written down. (According to my brain) Best EDC I've invested in, for years."

Julianne L.

The Best Lochby so far

I keep three notebooks in the mini. I have a "Todo" and "Catch-all" 3x5" notebook and a Standard size Daytimer which I use for work in there as well. It all fits neatly and the pen look is large enough to hold a Lamy Safari. The flexibility is great as I have never found a personal sized journal cover that meets my needs.

RDL

My daily EDC note taking

From the time I am up to the time I go to bed my Mini Field Journal is by my side. Jotting down my thoughts, ideas, tasks for my next project or my “honey do” list. It’s size make it convenient to carry in my bag.

Tony M.

It's my everyday carry at school

As a special ed teacher I am in several classrooms a day and need to travel all over the building. It holds up to being thrown in and out of my backpack all day. I use it for notes on students, meetings, and professional development. I like the compact size and that I never have to look for a pen, since it's in the handy pocket.

Katie

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What customers are saying

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 894 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 802 Total 4 star reviews: 74 Total 3 star reviews: 13 Total 2 star reviews: 3 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • TD Profile picture for Taylor D.
    Taylor D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Great Buy

    I was looking for a pocketable or at least an easily carried journal that could also organize a few day to day items. After looking around for quit some time the Lochby Pocket Journal kept popping up. I probably watched about 50 reviews of Lochby's products and decided to buy. Definitely made the right choice and couldn't be any happier. The Pocket Journal offers plenty of storage both inside and out for day to day items as well as being tailored around a note book for perfect note taking. I have set mine up to hold 6 cards that I might use through out the day but do want to keep in my wallet. There is also room inside for page post-its, a mini work calendar, a few bandaids and sanitize wipe. Behind my note book I keep receipts or any other small pieces of paper or stickers I may acquire during the day. The material inside is a nice bright orange which makes it easy to see the items inside. The material is also a bit translucent so even if you have things tucked completely inside a pocket you can still see that there is an item there. The zipper is perfect. In the past few weeks that I have owned the Pocket Journal I have never had any issues closing it, On the front of the outside there are two small pockets which can house many items from pocket knives to an array of pens. For me the front pockets either hold 2 G-2 pilot pens while I'm at work or for the weekends I will switch them out for my a pocket knife and large bolt action pen. There is a large rear pocket which I…

    LOCHBY
    6 months ago

    Wow, thank you for such a detailed review! It’s awesome to hear how the Pocket Journal is keeping up with your super busy days. And that setup with cards, pens, receipts, and even band aids is next-level organized! Knowing it’s helping you manage work, family, and life all at once makes us really happy. Thanks for sharing your experience!

  • GS
    Grant S.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Works Wonders for This Writer

    As a teenager, I tried in vain to carry pocket journals. I could never keep them straight. They'd rip and tear, or the pages would fall out. Top/side spiral notebooks would get hung up in my pockets. Or (worst of all) the pens would leak. I eventually gave up.

    I found the Lochby Pocket Journal right before my church began a corporate fast. I chose to fast from social media. For 21 days, I leaned on this journal to help my ever-chattering mind. It gave me a place to put schedules and helped me organize random thoughts into clear, cohesive plans. As the days went by, I noticed that it was much easier to pay attention to people when they talked to me. I could remember even the most minute details. I slept better. All because I was able to exercise my mind instead of letting it consume whatever it wanted. The utility of this journal isn't just its convenience. It's the mental obstacles that it removes.

    My experience with this journal led me to invest in the Field Journal as well, but more on that later.

    LOCHBY
    1 year ago

    This is such an incredible reflection and we want thank you for sharing your journey with the Pocket Journal. Glad it’s been such a game-changer for you!

    We also appreciate the time and effort you've put in this review. Thanks for the support!

  • JA
    Jackson A.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Perfect size

    I received this pocket journal for Christmas 2023, so I’ve had it for a year and love it. I use it as my workout journal and take it to the gym with me. It’s a perfect size to carry around. I would definitely recommend. I have several Lochby products and just purchased their mini field journal.

    LOCHBY
    1 year ago

    Really appreciate your kind words! We’re happy to know the Pocket Journal has been the perfect size to take with you for your gym routine.

    Your support means a lot, and we’re so glad to hear you’ve been enjoying multiple Lochby products—hoping you'll like the Mini, too!

  • AS
    Anthony S.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Heirloom quality pocket notebook holder.

    I have been looking for a replacement for my leather Field Notes pocket notebook holder. This one from Lochby caught my eye. The waxed canvas is amazing in feel and appearance. I have no doubt over the years the "patina" the waxed canvas will develop will be beautiful. The exterior layout is well thought out with a pocked on the back to hold an additional notebook. On the front there is a pen pocket with an additional double sized pen pocket. The inside is laid out just as well with card pocket and a shorter pen pocket. The zipper is off great quality and coated in a color that accents the pocket journal well. this is an heirloom quality item I expect to get many years of use out of it.

  • CS
    Cindy S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Perfect Pocket Solution

    Well made. Looks great. Can hold at least three pocket sized notebooks or variations of other items with your notebook. The canvas with stretch as you use it to accommodate the items stored. I’m looking forward to seeing the changes as it wears.

    LOCHBY
    1 year ago

    Happy to know that the Pocket Journal lived up to expectations! We can't wait for it to develop the patina that will tell stories of your adventures, too. Thanks for the support!

Any questions?

Why should I use a pocket notebook?

A pocket notebook gives you a simple place to capture ideas, tasks, and reminders without digital distractions. Writing things down helps clear your mind, sharpen focus, and keep important thoughts from slipping away.

Why not just use my phone for notes?

Phones come with notifications, apps, and endless distractions. A pocket notebook keeps things simple—no battery, no pings—just a quiet space to think and write.

Will a pocket notebook actually help me stay organized?

Yes. Keeping your ideas, to-dos, and reminders in one place helps you stay organized throughout the day instead of juggling scattered notes across apps, sticky notes, or memory.

Is it practical to carry every day?

Absolutely. Pocket notebooks are compact enough to slip into a pocket, jacket, or bag, so they’re always ready when inspiration or an important thought strikes.

How do I keep my notebook cover in good condition?

Just keep it clean and dry. Durable materials like waxed canvas are built for everyday use, so minimal care keeps your notebook looking great for years.

Does it come with a notebook?

Yes, both pocket-size journals come with a Tomoe River Paper notebook with a dot grid pattern. You can choose additional layouts from here.

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