Budget Book vs. Legacy Planner: What’s the Difference?

🧠 Not Sure Which Budget Tool Is Right for You? Let’s Break It Down.

So you’re staring at two gorgeous tools from Papers—our Budget Book and our Legacy Edition Budget Planner—and you’re wondering... what’s the difference? You’re not alone! Each one was made with love and intention, but they serve different needs and vibes. Let’s walk through it together like friends, so you can grab the one that fits your life best.

✨ First Up: The Budget Book

aka “My Little Budget Book” – simple, compact, and to the point.

Think of the Budget Book as your minimalist bestie. It’s straightforward, super easy to use, and great for beginners or anyone who wants to get their money stuff in one cute place without a lot of fluff.

✅ Highlights:

• 50/25/25 budget method setup (yes, Jess’s personal fave!)

• Simple goal tracking for 3, 6, 12, 18, and 24 months

• Survival budget section for emergencies

• Annual sinking funds and debt snapshot pages

• Debt snowball tracker and payoff logs

• Multiple savings challenges (from $500 to $5K!)

• Non-spiral, book-bound in soft PU leather (luxurious feel)

• No tabs (clean, streamlined interior)

• 12-month undated format

• Comes in a pretty presentation box

• Same paper thickness and size as our larger planner

Perfect for:
→ Budget beginners
→ People who want a no-fuss financial tool
→ Gifting to teens, students, or friends new to budgeting
→ A focused companion for debt paydown or savings season

🗂️ Now: The Legacy Edition Budget Planner

aka the full planning experience for budgeting queens who want it all.

The Legacy Edition Planner isn’t just a budget tool—it’s a lifestyle hub. It’s got the budgeting pages you know and love (and then some), plus weekly and monthly planning, goal setting, vacation planning, spiritual check-ins, house chore checklists... girl, it’s loaded.

✅ Highlights:

• Weekly spreads and habit trackers

• Monthly budget AND paycheck breakdowns

• Expense + sinking fund trackers

• Holiday gift lists, vacation planners, savings trackers

• Christian-inspired monthly reflection pages (with Scripture)

• Chore and home maintenance checklists

• Fun savings challenges like 100 envelopes & 52 weeks

• Gold spiral binding (lays flat easily!)

• Tabs for easy navigation

• 12-month undated format

• Comes in a beautiful presentation box

• Same paper thickness and size as the Budget Book

Perfect for:
→ The planner girl who loves everything in one place
→ Moms, entrepreneurs, or anyone juggling multiple roles
→ People ready to get organized and financially focused
→ Budgeting with faith and intention all year long

📌 So, Which One Do You Need?

No matter which one you go with, you’re investing in tools designed to help you budget with purpose, plan with clarity, and stay motivated all year long. You’ve got this—and we’ve got you. 💛

Have more questions? Send us a message or check out the full product details HERE