Umriox B5 Spiral Notebook (Blue) – 180-page hardback with 100gsm college-ruled paper
Product description
The essentials
The Umriox Spiral Notebook is a B5, spiral-bound notepad journal aimed at day-to-day writing rather than fancy presentation. With 180 pages (90 sheets) of 100gsm lined paper, it’s the kind of notebook you can realistically carry around for school, office notes, or home journalling.
The standout on paper is the combination of college ruled lines and thickness. 100gsm lined paper is often where “cheap” notebooks start to feel frustrating, particularly if you use pens that tend to ghost through. Here, the stated goal is to reduce ink bleed-through and keep the page feeling pleasant to write on.
That said, it’s worth keeping expectations sensible: it’s designed for general writing and planning, not for heavy-duty art work or fountain-pen experiments where paper performance can vary a lot. Over the paper’s 7mm spacing and overall build, this one feels more practical than experimental.
Key features
The notebook is built around a traditional spiral format: a double wire spiral intended to sit securely through regular use. There’s also an 180° lay-flat design, which is a real quality-of-life detail if you frequently write while the notebook is open on a desk or in a notebook stack. You won’t have to fight the pages lifting at the edges as much.
Paper-wise, it’s described as 100gsm with college ruling and 7mm spacing. That should suit most everyday pens, and the thicker stock is meant to help prevent bleed-through.
The cover is a hardback leather-style cover designed to be waterproof and oil-resistant, plus anti-bending. Rounded corners are included to help avoid scratches when it’s shuffled in and out of a bag.
For the colour, the listing mentions multiple selected colours, and this specific version is blue.
What stands out in use
In practical terms, this notebook is about making writing sessions smoother. The 180° lay-flat design is the kind of thing you notice quickly: instead of constantly adjusting the angle, you can keep your hand moving naturally across the page.
A simple example: if you’re taking meeting notes at a desk, you can open it flat, jot down bullet points on the college lines, and turn to the next page without the notebook trying to “spring shut”. For school or revision, the 7mm spacing makes it easier to keep handwriting consistent.
The cover matters too. A waterproof, oil-resistant hardback is the sort of protection you’ll appreciate if your bag sits near damp weather, spilled drinks, or just general daily knocks.
Tech specs
- Name: Umriox Spiral Notebook B5 (Blue)
- Type: Spiral notebook / journal
- Format: Wirebound (double wire spiral)
- Size: 19 x 25cm (B5)
- Capacity: 180 pages (90 sheets)
- Paper: 100gsm lined paper
- Line spacing: 7mm
- Cover: Hardcover leather-style cover
- Page layout: College ruled
- Binding layout: 180° lay-flat design
- Corner design: Rounded corners
Pros
- 180 pages gives you enough space for sustained notes or a longer term journal without feeling like a throwaway
- 100gsm paper and an anti-bleed intent are useful if you write often with pens that normally show through
- 180° lay-flat spiral design can make desk use noticeably easier
- Hardback cover is described as waterproof and oil-resistant, which suits everyday bag carry
Not ideal if you’re after something else
This is a solid all-round notebook, but it may not suit everyone. If you need a very specific paper type for technical sketching, heavy markers, or specialist ink performance, this is still “general writing” territory.
Also, a spiral notebook can be less convenient if you strongly prefer a book-style binding that sits differently on the page. And while the cover is described as anti-bending and waterproof, you’ll still want to treat it like a notebook (not a hard case) if you expect extreme conditions.
Should you buy it?
It makes sense if you want a B5 spiral notebook that’s built for frequent everyday writing: school notes, office planning, journalling, and day-to-day thoughts. The paper thickness (100gsm) and college ruled layout are the heart of the value here, and the 180° lay-flat design helps reduce annoyance during use.
You may want to skip it if you’re specifically chasing ultra-premium paper behaviour for demanding art tools or you’re set on a different binding style. If you mostly write once in a while and don’t care about lay-flat convenience, there are simpler notebooks that could do the job with less attention to build details.
For buyers deciding between a lightweight, budget notepad and a more “settled” daily writer, this one leans towards the middle: not flashy, but clearly trying to be reliable.
Buying verdict
Worth considering if your priority is comfortable, lined writing with thicker 100gsm paper and a hard cover that can handle regular bag carry. If your plans involve lots of note-taking and you want the notebook to stay open flat, the wire spiral design is the point that usually earns its keep.
Mini FAQ
What size is this notebook?
It’s B5 sized, listed as 19 x 25cm.
How many pages does it have?
It has 180 pages (90 sheets).
Is the paper thick?
The paper is described as 100gsm, with college ruled lines and 7mm spacing.
Does it lie flat when opened?
Yes, it’s designed as a lay-flat spiral notebook with an intended 180° opening.
Is the cover waterproof?
The leather-style hard cover is described as waterproof and oil-resistant.