Pencil A8 for Apple iPad 2018-2026, (2X Faster Charge), Tilt Sensitivity, Pixel Precision, Stylus Pen for iPad 11/10/9/8/7/6th Gen, Pro 12.9/11/13-inch M4, Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, Mini 5/6th, Black

This pencil is amazing - never going back to Apple Pencils. Honestly more reliable than my Apple Pencil ever was. Connectivity: Just turn it on and start using it. No troubleshooting, no pairing issues. Power: The double tap on the “eraser end” to turn it on/off works perfectly every time. Charging: USB-C charging is super fast and no parts to deal with while charging. Battery Indicator: The light indicator is really useful to know when it’s on and to keep track of charge. Feel: Feels great in hand, not slippery, and looks clean. Performance: Writing and drawing are very precise with no lag, and tilt works great. Even if this product had a shorter lifespan, I wouldn’t care - it performs better, costs less, and is way more practical.

My old Apple Pencil unfortunately isn’t compatible with my new iPad so I decided to try this pencil out before splurging on a new Apple one. I was so shocked at how easy this pencil is to use. You just double tap to turn it on and it’s ready to go. No need to pair it or anything. It’s like magic! In my opinion, it’s easier to use than the official Apple one. I charged it once and I haven’t had to charge it again and I’ve been using it all week. The battery is amazing! I’ve used it for note taking, drawing, and playing games and so far it has worked great for everything. I highly recommend buying this product! Don’t spend unnecessary money on the Apple one!

Love this iPad pencil, It works very accurately and responds quickly on the screen, which makes writing and drawing very smooth. It’s comfortable to hold, even during long use, and feels lightweight but still good quality. I’ve used it for taking notes, making annotations, and drawing, and it performs really well in all situations.

This pencil is pretty decent! It feels good in the hand, charges quickly, and keeps a charge for a long time. I have had no issues with the precision - it seems to be very accurate and works well with my base model A16 ipad. I'm not a procreate user and pretty much just use it as a standard stylus during regular tablet use, so I can't speak on tilt, palm rejection, pressure sensitivity, or anything fancy that the name brand apple pencil does. If you just like the feel of a stylus while using a tablet, this is a really good option. It's super easy to use - you don't even need to pair it or anything. Two taps on the end turns it on and off, which you can see from an LED. The LED is super bright and mildly annoying if you're using it in the dark, but it's a very minor gripe. My biggest complaint with it is the magnets - the magnets on the side are really weak when trying to magnetize it to the ones on the side of my base model ipad. I don't use a case either, so I just have to kind of keep it loose nearby and hope I don't lose it (even though I inevitably will) If you're just wanting a regular stylus for standard use or you're testing the waters to see if you like the experience, this is a great entry point. I fully plan to eventually buy a logitech crayon or name brand apple pencil, but if you don't want to go all in right out of the gate, this is a very good option. Update - a few months later, I received an official Apple Pencil as a gift, and the difference is seriously night and day. I dinged it one star because it's significantly worse than the real deal, but it's also a fraction of the cost.

I do not have a bad word to say about this pen. I used an Apple Pencil for about two years before switching to Metapen instead because Apple Pencil broke and the transition was absolutely seamless, if not better. First off, connecting the Metapen is a breeze. All you have to do is double tap the top of the pen and it's immediately turned on. With the Apple Pencil, I usually had to plug it into my iPad before it would even be connected. Metapen connects much easier than Apple Pencil. As for quality of writing and drawing, there is not a clear winner, but multiple pros and cons. Apple Pencil adjusts better to tilting the pen, so if you're writing on the side of the pen to increase line size (I mostly use the pencil for art), Apple is more sensitive to slant. Metapen, however, certainly reacts better to pressure. Apple can be wildly inconsistent with line size and pressure, whereas Metapen is more consistent with line size. Overall, there is not a difference in the writing and drawing functionality, and Metapen does the same things as Apple Pencil for much less money. As for durability, that is no contest- Metapen wins. My Apple Pencil was literally shattered by the time I had to stop using it- it had electrical tape on it and Silly Putty holding the tip on. It broke way too often. I dropped it once and the cap on the charger was immediately fractured. The Metapen does not break, however. It has been trapped under books, bags, water bottles, you name it, and it's still kicking just fine. Metapen is much more durable than Apple Pencil, if only for the fact that I don't have to watch it like a newborn the way I did with my Apple Pencil. As for charging and battery life, Metapen has its pros and cons. Battery life of the pencil is about as long as the Apple Pencil's, if not a bit shorter. I could often get a week or so out of my Apple Pencil, where I get 4-5 days from the Metapen. That said, with the amount you're paying for the Metapen as opposed to what you pay for an Apple Pencil, there's an obvious choice. I spend a lot of time with my pencil writing and drawing as well, so I probably use the pencil more than the average user. Additionally, the Metapen recharges faster than the Apple Pencil, and you don't have to stop using your whole device for it to recharge. You can just plug it into a cord instead of inserting the pencil into the device like you're broadcasting to outer space. It is also easy to see how much battery you have with the Metapen. With the Apple Pencil you can see the exact percentage, but the Metapen has a small light that changes color depending on how much battery your pencil has left. I have found this feature to be quite helpful. The overall pick? Easily Metapen. I have not noticed any cons that I'd trade for an Apple Pencil for, and the value was much more worth it. Don't blow your money on a fancy stylus from Apple, give your $14 to Metapen and move on. The Metapen is just as effective and even more functional.

One of the things I like most is that it is very easy to use: you don't need Bluetooth or complicated settings—you just turn it on, and it starts working. Plus, it features palm rejection and tilt sensitivity, which greatly enhances the experience when writing or drawing.

Great product and even better customer support I originally had a small issue getting the pen to properly stick to my iPad, but the seller was incredibly helpful and responsive. They guided me through the issue and even helped me get the updated version of the item, which works perfectly now. The stylus itself is very accurate, smooth, and easy to use for note-taking and everyday tasks. Battery life is solid and charging is fast, which is a big plus. What really stood out was the seller’s customer service—they went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied. Highly recommend both the product and the seller!

It works perfectly, and charges lightning fast. I love how easy it was to pair, and being able to turn it on and off so it doesnt just drain the battery when not in use. However, docked one star for tip durability. I do have a paper-texture screen protector, but I drew 1.5 semi-simple drawings before I thought the pen sounded different. Turns out the plastic of the tip had worn away after a week of owning it. It does come with two, but if it wore down to the metal after casually drawing(about 8 hours total for the week), putting the spare on was delaying the inevitable. I had a early-generation apple pencil that this was replacing, and I took my years-long used tip from that(still in really good shape) and put it on this pencil and it worked just fine. So for me, the pencil was worth it on its own, and giving it a replacement tip from a more expensive pencil was an option for me. But if its not an option for you, tip durability should be considered.