When we talk about the differences between trademarks TM and R, the key lies in the differences in the status and legal protection they represent. TM, the abbreviation of "TradeMark", symbolizes that the trademark is in the process of registration. The trademark holder has submitted an application to the State Administration of Trademarks and has been accepted, but the formal registration has not been completed. Therefore, the degree of legal protection is relatively low, which only indicates the priority of use. In contrast, the RegisteredTrademark (R mark) represents a trademark that has been successfully registered. After being examined by the State Trademark Administration, it has been granted legal uniqueness and exclusivity, and the trademark holder enjoys the complete ownership and use right of the trademark, which makes the R mark more powerful in legal protection.

in short, TM trademark indicates the right in the application, while R trademark is the established right. The legal status of the two is significantly different. The R mark is more clear about the protection of trademark owners' rights and interests, while the TM mark is in the transition stage. Therefore, the choice of TM or R depends on whether the trademark has passed the examination and been formally registered.