And similar to other matte film screen protectors, we noticed stylus nibs wear out faster on the Tech Armor. It isn’t a unique problem to the Tech Armor, but it’s important to know before purchasing. The ESR Paper Feel Magnetic works great if you don’t like the matte texture when you’re not drawing/writing with a stylus. You can take it out of the included protective envelope and slap it on. It’s easy to install, thanks to the strong magnets. The Motcha Matte Glass screen protector has a unique surface. It’s an etched glass screen protector, which makes it smoother. This is similar to the finishes you’d find on etched glass pen display tablets. And since the surface is smoother than other matte tempered glass screen protectors, it doesn’t wear out stylus nibs as fast. The Motcha Matte Glass screen protector also features a 2.5D edge. This is much more durable and shatter-resistant than non-2.5D tempered glass screen protectors.

Otherwise, the surface of the XIRON Matte Film is made of PET film and has a plasma matter layer and a polymer resin layer. This helps stop reflected light and ensures HD clarity on the screen. Similar to other paper-feel screen protectors, the Hocents screen protector has anti-glare and anti– fingerprint properties. The oleophobic coating keeps fingerprints off the screen and helps reduce smudges and liquid stains. It measures 0.33mm thinness which is on par with other tempered glass screen protectors. This screen protector is triple-enforced to withstand anything, even your keys, cables, and other hard objects from scratching up the screen. Even though it's super tough, it's also incredibly thin and offers crystal clear clarity. To make installation easy, ESR provides an alignment frame, and there are also camera lens protectors too. The caveat is they’re not as ‘paper-like’ as film screen protectors. The added depth of the tempered glass layer means it doesn’t feel exactly the same as Paperlike and other film screen protectors. The good news is the ESR Paper Feel Magnetic is compatible with tempered glass screen protectors. You can have a tempered glass for durability and scratch protection, and use the ESR Paper Feel only when you need it. The tempered glass screen protector has to be thinner than 0.33mm.

Swiss Paperlike 2.1

All in all, the iCarez Matte Anti-Glare Film is a decent alternative to Paperlike. It’s much cheaper and has two screen protectors included. The downside is you don’t have drop protection. But since it has a ‘paper feel’, it comes with anti-glare properties which keep light from reflecting off your iPad. This also means it has an anti-fingerprint texture to keep off pesky fingerprints and liquids.

This is the 2nd gen version of the BERSEM screen protector. It has improved visibility and doesn’t have screen flash points, and is built to reduce nib wear. Screen flash points are when the screen protector has a shiny, rainbow hue on the surface. Otherwise, the Tech Armor is a familiar screen protector. It doesn’t outdo the competition, but it works well in everyday use and keeps micro scratches off. It doesn’t have much drop protection, so we’d advise using it with a case. The flap of the Folio Case is lined with magnets inside and wraps around the iPad, which keep it closed. They’re eerily similar to Paperlike screen protectors in terms of thinness, ease of application, and natural paper feeling. Verdict Writing / drawing mode sets the iPad at a shallow angle and is ideal when using your device in a productive fashion.

Paperlike offers a subtle texture enhancement that's great for artists and designers.

While the new 11-inch iPad Pro (2021) has the same dimensions as the 2020 model, there are some very slight differences with the sensors in the front camera. Since the 2020 model uses a 7MP TrueDepth camera while the 2021 uses a 12MP TrueDepth camera and has a 122-degree field of view with extra features like Center Stage, the sensors for the front-facing camera are slightly different. This affects compatibility with certain screen protectors. One thing to keep in mind is the Motcha Matte Glass is not as ‘matte’ as film screen protectors like Paperlike, BERSEM, or iCarez. It doesn’t feel exactly the same as other paper-feel film screen protectors, but it’s much better than a glass surface.

The caveat is that Paperlike is not cheap and can be costly if you replace your screen protector often. There might be other reasons why you dislike a brand, and it’s good to have other alternative options. It benefits everyone. So today, we’re looking for the Best Paperlike Alternatives for iPads. If you want the best paper feel, go for a paper-feel film screen protector. It doesn’t protect against drops or bumps, but it feels the best when you’re drawing or writing.iPads are excellent tablets for streaming Netflix, gaming, reading, working, taking notes, drawing, etc., and it’s also one of the best productivity tablets on the market today.

If you want durability, opt for normal tempered glass. It doesn’t have a matte surface but it’s inexpensive and protects your iPad. The ESR Paper Feel Magnetic screen protector is a unique entry to the list. Unlike traditional screen protectors, the ESR Paper-Feel Magnetic is a detachable and reusable screen protector. You don’t leave the ESR Paper-Feel Magnetic on the screen at all times and only use it when necessary. The Hocents Paper-Feel Glass screen protector is one of our top options on the list. Not only does it feature a matte, anti-glare texture but it has a tempered glass layer underneath.The KCT Paperfeel has a natural texture and gives the screen additional friction. This makes writing/drawing with a stylus feel better while making strokes much more stable. The film itself is 0.17mm thin so it won’t protrude from the screen.