Are you trying to find pen for apple ipads among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling pen for apple ipads on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 25 hours of research and did 25 pen for apple ipads tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best pen for apple ipads you can buy today
- Compatibility: The stylus pencil only works with iPads from 2018 onwards, including iPad Air 11 inch (2025-2024, M3/M2), iPad Air 13 inch (2025-2024, M3/M2), iPad Pro 11 inch (2024, M4), iPad Pro 13 inch (2024, M4), iPad A16/11th (2025), iPad 10th Gen (2022), iPad Pro 11 inch (2022-2018), iPad Pro 12.9 inch (2022-2018), iPad Air 5th/4th/3rd Gen, iPad Mini A17 Pro/7th/6th/5th Gen, and iPad 9th/8th/7th/6th Gen. Note: Please verify your model in [Settings > General > About] before purchasing.
- Tilt Sensitivity: The iPad Stylus features tilt sensitivity, allowing you to create varying line thicknesses and shadows by adjusting the angle of your pencil for apple ipad 10th generation.
- Palm Rejection: You can comfortably rest your hand on the screen without gloves while using the stylus pen for ipad.
- Magnetic Adsorption: The iPad pencil 10th generation magnetically attaches to iPads released from 2018～2025 just like 2nd generation for Apple Pencil. Note: Does not support magnetic charging.
- Type-C Fast Charging: Fully charges the ipad pencil in just 15 minutes for up to 9 hours of use. Note: Sleeps after 5 minutes of inactivity to save power.
- Compatibility: This stylus is perfect for the 2018 to 2022 iPad series, including iPad 10th 9th 8th 7th 6th Generation, iPad Air 5th 4th 3rd Gen, iPad Pro 12.9" 6th 5th 4th 3rd Gen, iPad Pro 11" 4th 3rd 2nd 1st Gen, iPad mini 6th 5th Gen. Open your iPad settings, Settings > General > About > Model Name, and you can see your iPad model. You can also check the model number starting with "A" on the back of your iPad before purchasing. Not compatible with iPad versions before 2018
- Palm Rejection Design: The ipencil (lapiz) comes with palm rejection technology, allowing you to comfortably rest your hand on the screen while writing or drawing without worrying about accidental touch, making writing and drawing more natural, just like on paper. Gently slide the stylus from the bottom left corner to the top right corner on the iPad screen to take a quick screenshot. Equipped with 3 replaceable tips, it's easy to remove and install
- Tilt Sensitivity & High Precision: The tilt-sensing technology allows you to draw lines of different thicknesses on the screen based on the angle of the pencil, making drawing and writing more free and easy, perfect for writing, sketching, doodling, painting, marking documents and note-taking on the iPad. The 1.5mm fine tip can handle more precise instructions without delay, lag and skip, just like a conventional pencil. Note: The stylus doesn't support pressure sensitivity
- Touch Switch & Magnetically Adsorption: Just touch the top of the pen for 2 seconds to turn on the stylus and start using it. Simply double-click on the cap of the stylus to turn it off. No need to connect Bluetooth & APP. The magnetic design allows it to be attached to the side of the iPad, making it easy to use and carry. Please turn off the "Only Draw with Apple Pencil" on the iPad before use
- Fast Charging & Long Battery Life: Built-in rechargeable battery, fully charged in 30 minutes, and then can be used for about 8-9 hours. Idle for 5 minutes will automatically shut down to save power. With 3 LED indicators to display remaining battery life and charging progress. If the stylus doesn't work after turning on, please turn off Bluetooth on the iPad or go to Settings > Bluetooth > Apple Pencil > i > Forget this device
- 【How to Identify your iPad model】Tap on the "Settings"-- tap on "General"--Select "About"--Find the "Model Number". Or you can also look up the Model Number on the back of the iPad. The model number will typically start with the letter "A" followed by four numbers. For example, it may look like "A1983." This model number uniquely identifies your iPad model.
- 【Compatible Models】iPad pencil 2nd generation is suited for the Pad Air (4th/5th Gen), iPad Mini 6th Generation, iPad Pro 11"(1st/2nd/3rd/4th Gen), iPad Pro 12.9"(3rd/4th/5th/6th Gen)Note: Just work for the above model.Does not support any other iPhone, Android, or other devices. For specific models, please refer to the model diagram on the product introduction page. Before purchasing, please confirm whether your model is in the compatible model list.
- 【Bluetooth Magnetic Charging】The stylus pen for iPad supports Bluetooth connection and has a magnetic wireless charging design. Just connect Bluetooth and magnetically attach it to the side of the iPad to charge.（Please confirm whether your iPad model is compatible before purchasing. Incompatible models will not be able to charge.） Add the widget to check the power in real time. Charge it anytime and anywhere. It only takes 1.5 hours to charge fully and can last up to 9 hours operations within 20 minutes will enter sleep mode.
- 【Tilt Sensitivity & Pixel Precision】 The 1.2mm tip can execute finer instructions, the sensitivity is higher, and the signal is more accurate with no lag/breakpoint. The iPad pen offers a palm rejection function that allows you to rest your palm comfortably on the screen. Feel free to unleash your creativity on iPad.
- 【Shortcut Key Functions】Compared with an ordinary stylus pen, The 2nd Generation pencil has a shortcut key function, After connecting to Bluetooth, tap the button at the top to implement shortcut functions. One tap returns to the main screen, and double-tap back to the APP selection page. swipe from the bottom left to the top right corner of the iPad screen to take a quick screenshot.
- 【Easy to Use】Power on/off by single press the button on top of the stylus without connecting bluetooth. If it doesn't work with your ipad,please turn off bluetooth on your ipad.(Settings > Bluetooth > Turn off Bluetooth, or follow the steps to disconnect the Bluetooth connection between your iPad and Apple Pencil: Settings > Bluetooth > Apple Pencil > tap "i" > Forget this device.)
- 【Super Fast Charging & long usage time】A quick 10-13 minute charge delivers 9 hours of uninterrupted creativity (note: no special fast-charger required). Whether sketching landscapes, annotating documents, or designing prototypes, your inspiration never needs to pause.Automatically enters standby after 10 minutes idle to preserve power.Blinks gently in the final minute before shutdown (10th minute).Simply pick up the pen to resume work instantly – no buttons needed.
- 【Compatibility Check needed】The Apple Pencil is ONLY compatible with ipads released in 2018 or Later. Here are compatible Model name list: iPad 10th/9th/8th/7th/6th Gen,iPad Pro 13" (M4),iPad Pro 11"(All Generations), iPad Pro 12.9"(3rd/4th/5th/6th),iPad Mini 6th/5th Gen, iPad Air 6th/5th/4th/3rd Gen. **Please go to [Setting>General>About] to confirm your iPad's model name before placing order. NOT Compatible with other ipad models or any other brand touchscreen devices.
- 【Palm Rejection & Precision Tilt Control】Write and sketch naturally with your hand resting comfortably on the screen—no accidental touches! A device and its software employ a variety of advanced algorithms to figure out which inputs are intended by the user, eliminating the need for anti-smudge gloves. Perfect for extended note-taking or detailed artwork.Tilt Sensitivity for Dynamic Creativity.Create lifelike shading and variable line widths by simply adjusting your pen’s angle.
- 【1.5mm Fine Tip& High Sensitivity】The 1.5mm ultra fine tip offers a smooth and noiseless writing experience, it is perfect for writing, drawing, detail art work ,playing games with No lag/offset/breaking lines. This Apple iPad pencil comes with 3 replacement nibs to extend the lifetime of the stylus. If you need more replacement tips, please search B0CGDSK45T on Amazon.
- 【20H Battery Life, 2X Fast Charge】: Air8 Pencil for iPad can be fully charged in 45 minutes and run for up to 20 hours. Charge 2 min = work 2 hours. Air8 gives you the longest pencil battery life and fastest charging speed in the market. No power anxiety. (NOTE: Charge via USB-C cable. NOT Wireless Charging and NOT magnetic attraction)
- 【0.1 mm Pixel Precise, Smooth Without Delay】: iPad stylus Air8 continues the upgraded chip of metapen family, giving a up to 0.1 mm pixel-level accuracy. No breakpoints and no delay. You can enjoy writing small words and drawing fine lines with ease, just like a real pencil! (NOTE: The iPad stylus does not have a pressure and Tilt sensitivity.)
- 【Ultra-Light, Palm Rejection】: Same durability, lighter design. Stylus pen Air8 weighs just 10g, which is 50% lighter than Apple Pencil 2nd Gen, allowing you to focus on writing for hours without hand fatigue. Palm Rejection allows to rest your hands free on the screen for uninterrupted creation, enjoying a paper-like smooth writing experience
- 【Easy To Use, LED Power Display】: Click once the top button to turn on, long press to turn off. Just grap and write. No Bluetooth connection required. With three-color LED indicator, get peace of mind by knowing the power status. Automatic shutdown after 5 minutes of inactivity for efficient energy saving
- 【More Durable Tips】: Made of high quality polymer material, the Metapen’s tips pass the 20 km tip durability test -- more durable than the original iPencil’s tips. Polished tip prevents scratching iPad screen. Each pencil for iPad Air 8 comes with two extra replaceable tips, much cost-saving for users with high frequency pencil tips
- 【Make Sure Your iPad Model is Compatible】Metapen Pencil Air 8 is compatible with the iPad 2018-2025 series models: NEW 2025 iPad 11/10/9/8/7/6 Gen, iPad Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, iPad Pro 13 inch M4, iPad Pro 11 inch 1/2/3/4/M4, iPad Pro 12.9 inch 3/4/5/6 Gen, iPad Mini 5/6 Gen. (NOTE: The iPad Pen Air8 is NOT compatible with iPad models before 2018, iPhone, Android or Microsoft devices. Please check your product model before placing an order.)
- 【Compatible with iPad only】 This iPad Pencil only supports the iPad (2018-2025) series, iPad Pen is compatible with iPad 11(A16)/10/9/8/7/6, iPad Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, iPad Pro 11-inch 1/2/3/4/M4, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3/4/5, iPad Pro 13" (M4), iPad Mini 5/6 Gen. 【Note】 This iPad pen is Not compatible with iPad models prior to 2018, Not compatible with iphones, Not compatible with Android or Windows phones and tablets. Please confirm model compatibility before placing an order
- 【Power display/Palm Rejection】 The active stylus pen for iPad has 4 power indicators, each representing 25% power, so you can watch your battery consumption progress in real time so you can recharge before important work begins. This iPad pencil has palm rejection. You don't have to worry about putting your hand on the Tablet to prevent the iPad Tablet Pen from writing, which effectively prevents the palm from interfering with the stylus, so you can write and draw more freely
- 【Tilt sensitivity /POM tip】 The stylus pen has tilt sensitivity, which can simulate the different thickness of the line texture when drawing with pencil on iPad notes, making the painting more realistic. 【Note】Pressure sensing is Not supported. The stylus pen tips is made of the same POM material as the A-ple Pencil, making it accurate and sensitive writing. 【Nibs】This ipad air pencil set comes with 4 additional replacement nibs to extend the life of the pen
- 【Smart Touch Switch/Magnetic function】 The stylus only needs to be turned on and off by just double-tapping the top switch, no Bluetooth/app connection required. The front of the iPad stylus has a magnetic clip function, so you can attach the stylus to your iPad when you're at work or on business. Magnetic compatible iPad models: iPad Pro 11", iPad Pro 12.9" and iPad Air 5/4
- 【Type-C Charging Design】 This iPad stylus pencil uses the latest popular Type-C charging port on the market to make it easier for you to charge while you work. The stylus pen for ipad takes 20 minutes to charge and 8 hours to use
- 【After-sales Protection】 What do you get? You can get 1*Active Stylus Pen, 4*POM replacement tips, 1*Tyep-C charging cable, and 1*English manual. Our dogain iPad pencil provides 12 months service, if there is a problem with the product can contact us, our team will give you a reply within 24 hours
- 【Compatible with 2018-2025 iPad】Stylus for iPad supports:New 2025 iPad Air 11-inch & 13-inch(M3/M2),iPad Pro 11&13-inch (M4)，Pencil for iPad 11th/10th/9th/8th/7th/6th Gen, iPad Air 3rd/4th/5th Gen, iPad Pro 11 inches,iPad Pro12.9 inches 3rd/4th/5th/6th Gen,iPad Mini 5th/6th Gen. For models that do not support charging, we have equipped with a Type cable: ⭕❌Not work for iPad pro 1st&2nd, iPad pro 10.5", iPad pro9.7", Earlier versions for iPad, iPhone, Android, Microsoft device.
- 【One-piece Dust Plug Design&Pencil Holder】The improved version of the 2024 Apple Pen solves the trouble that the old split dust plug is easy to lose after taking off, and the innovation is improved to the one-piece dust plug. When you need to charge the pen, first remove the one-piece dust plug on the charging hole, insert the charging interface and charge at ease, and you don't have to worry about the small dust plug being lost.Comes with a pencil holder，Strong adhesive keeps the pencil holder securely in place，holds your pen more securely, allowing you to grab or store the pen quickly and easily.
- 【Fast Type C Charging Port & 3 LED Indicators】Compatible with Apple pencil 2nd generation can be fully charged in just 14minutes and provides up to 10hours of working time.This for iPad pencil also features 3LED indicators to show the remaining battery life and charging progress.And there is no use of the automatic shutdown function within 5Mins, saving power.
- 【Perfectly Precision & Smooth】The iPad stylus pen is equipped with a 0.9mm upgraded POM tip, which makes it more sensitive and precise. No lagging, no skips, no scratches, giving you a better experience like a real pencil. the tilt technology makes your writing and drawing more freedom than ever.
- 【Tilt Sensitivity & Palm Rejection】Stylus for iPad pencil 9th generations utilizes the latest tilt technology, Tilt function enables you to paint different stroke of thickness and depth by varying stylus pen for iPad tip dip, perfect for drawing or writing on iPad. Stylus for iPad pencil 9th generations palm rejection design can free your hands, You can easily use your hands on the screen.
- 【Touch Activated Stylus Pen&Perfect Gift】- Press one button to start, without any APP required.Simply touch the Top of the apple pen to turn on/off ,Only weights 0.47ounce even little kids can use it perfectly! so this apple pen is perfect gifts for children at home learning, drawing, writing, and taking notes. A very good alternative to the more expensive Apple pencil. It is also the Best gift for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day,Mother's Day,Father's Day to your family and friends.
- 【Compatible Models】Works without Bluetooth Connection.This pen for iPad pencil is ONLY compatible with Apple iPad Pro 11 inch (M4, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st generation); iPad Pro 12.9 inch (6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd generation); iPad Pro 13 inch (M4); iPad mini (6th, 5th); generation); iPad Air (M2, 5th, 4th, 3rd generation); iPad (10th, 9th, 8th, 7th, 6th generation). We also equipped a Type-C cable.
- 【Fast Charging & Long Battery Life】5 Minutes Auto Sleep. Compatible with Apple pencil 2nd generation can be fully charged in just 15 minutes and provides up to 10+ hours of working time. This for iPad pencil also features LED indicators to show the remaining battery life and charging progress.
- 【Palm Rejection & Magnetic Attachment】Magnetic attachment Can't charge the iPad pencil. Compatible with iPad Pencil supports palm rejection, allowing you to rest your hand on the screen without creating unwanted strokes. This pen for iPad pencil also features magnetic adsorption for easy attachment to your iPad, preventing loss and making this pen for iPad pencil more convenient to carry.
- 【Tilt Sensitivity & Perfectly Precision】Compatible with Apple pen is designed with a tilt sensitivity sensor that changes the stroke size based on the inclination of the pen tip, this pen for iPad pencil is allowing for easy line thickness adjustments while drawing, sketching, or marking. This pen for iPad pencil offers a smooth and noiseless writing experience, and the pen for iPad.
- 【Support Service】Reliable 24-hour response service. Any questions or issues, just simply drop us an email with your order number and we will give you the best solution.
- WHY APPLE PENCIL — With pixel-perfect precision, tilt and pressure sensitivity, and imperceptible lag, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) makes painting, sketching, doodling, and note-taking better than ever. Attaches magnetically for wireless pairing and charging.
- COMPATIBILITY — Apple Pencil (2nd generation) works with iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation); iPad Pro 11-inch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation); iPad Air (4th and 5th generation); and iPad mini (6th generation).
- EASY AND NATURAL — Featuring a flat edge that attaches magnetically, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) allows you to change tools with just a tap from your finger.
- TRANSFORMS IPAD INTO A CANVAS — Draw, sketch, color, take notes, and mark up documents. Apple Pencil does it all with pixel-perfect precision, tilt and pressure sensitivity, and imperceptible lag. Apple Pencil attaches, charges, and pairs magnetically.
- Smart Connector. 3.5 mm headphone jack. Stereo speakers. On/Off - Sleep/Wake. Home/Touch ID sensor. Dual microphones. Volume up/down. Nano-SIM tray (cellular models). Lightning connector
How to choose a good pen for apple ipads
Does the idea of finding a fantastic pen for apple ipads make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in pen for apple ipads. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top pen for apple ipads products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top pen for apple ipads on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top pen for apple ipads brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top pen for apple ipads based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the pen for apple ipads were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good pen for apple ipads, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your pen for apple ipads.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting pen for apple ipads for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our pen for apple ipads. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
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This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on pen for apple ipads.
