Customer Ratings & Reviews

This stylus has an excellent feel in my hand. Feels very well balanced and feels like quality. The gray and black design definitely sets it apart from the Apple Pencil. Works very well. iPad recognized it as an Apple Pencil while brining up the scribble app intro. Writing and drawing with it is comparable to the pencil. I have not noticed the difference. The top tip can be used for scrolling, unlike the pencil. Has a magnetic side to attach to the iPad, but doesn’t seem as secure as the pencil to me. Stylus fell off off the tablet while being carried into the house. It does not seem to have that double tap pencil feature to change writing tools (pen/eraser). It also does not charge like the pencil by attaching it to the iPad, but it has a charging cable included in the box. Interesting design though, the top slides up to reveal the charging port. It also includes an extra writing tip. I have not worn out the battery yet. I’ve used it off an on for about two days. The quick start guide recommends a 5w charger box, so there’s that. Excellent replacement for the pencil! Add Best Buy’s fast and free shipping and you’ve got a great deal! Used it on iPad Pro 12.9 3rd Generation.

I’m an unemployed engineer so I view purchases by affordability to functionality. I found the biggest difference to the Apple Pen 2 is the convenience of charging when the Apple Pen 2 is attached to the iPad. Sadly, Apple failed to sync the iPad to iPhone stylus compatibility. -> The Apple Pen 1 works with both devices while the Pen 2 does Not work on my iPhone 13. For compatibility both stylus have the the squishy stylus type tip - I’m not a big fan - on the other side of the pen. Still this is a minor detail compared to the beauty of being able to handwrite notes with my hand resting on iPad due to the Palm rejection invention technology And being able to tilt the stylus pen to write as if using a pen on paper! Fabulous!! I recommend the Zagg stylus to budget conscious customers who can live without some additional conveniences as charging, “beyond amateur” drawing, and gesture shortcuts instead of buttons as on the Adonit Note or Adonit Pixel Pro; that I don’t have on Zagg stylus. Special note - As far as drawing, the Apple Pencil is professionally reviewed to work best with Photo editing in addition to drawing amongst these other comparable stylus.

Works as intended thus far. Would like to have had a little more heft in the pen, but that is simply my personal preference. I have not yet had to re-charge it. At this point I have had the pen a month. However, I do not use it all the time.

When the Apple pencils initially released there were no true reliable alternatives at the time. So apple owned that market for its iPad for a time. I paid 47 bucks and some change for this pro stylus, I believe it’s discounted because version 2 has recently released. It’s definitely not discounted because of quality. There’s no considerable difference I see in this pro stylus compared to the Apple Pencil. I love that it magnetically attaches to the side of the iPad, because who wants to lose a stylus. I wrote with it for approximately 10 hours writing notes in good notes and it was no different than my Apple Pencil. I have no complaints whatsoever. Just remember if you already own an Apple Pencil, you will have to disconnect it before trying to use the pro stylus. I wish I discovered the Pro Stylus sooner, could have saved myself some money.

I like this ipad pin. Got a great price. Easy port to charge.

This is honestly a great alternative if you dont want to oay the price of an apple pen. It works exactly the same for a fraction of the price!

The pen works great right out of the box. The only complaint is that the tip broke after two weeks.

For those of you looking to get an Apple pencil for your iPad but are turned off by the extraordinary price tag, this would be a great comparable, low cost option. I recently purchased a 12.9 iPad Pro and also got the Gen 2 Apple pencil with it. It was an impulse purchase but if you’re spending over $1k on an tablet, what’s a hundred or so more right? The Apple Pencil works great as it should and battery life is great. Obviously, the biggest turn off for the Apple Pencil is the price tag. Spending $150 or so on a pen seems ridiculous. But, for those who are in graphic design or other creative professions, the pen is almost a must have. As with any 3rd party accessory, I’m always leery that it’ll be a limited version of the OEM product. The same held true for this Zagg pen so I was expecting a lower brand knock off of the Apple Pencil. Much to my surprise, it works very well and seems to have the same functionality of the Apple Pencil. As far as size/weight, this pen is almost identical to the Apple Pencil. Length wise, they’re the same however the Zagg pen feels a smidge lighter. The Apple Pencil feels a bit more solid while the Zagg pen seems empty(er) inside. Big drawback for me, like with the Apple Pencil, is that the Zagg pen is really smooth so it’s hard to maintain a good grip for me. Also, the squishy, stylish end of the pen isn’t something I really use. I much prefer the pencil tip for my applications. One of the things that concerned me about the pen was that it should work for most applications. Fair to say that, this being a 3rd party accessory, one could expect that it wouldn’t function exactly like the Apple Pencil. For the apps that I use, this pen works perfectly fine with them. I’m not a heavy user of things like Photoshop or Adobe however I use some popular apps like PenUltimate, Notability and Evernote. I also use Sketchbook quite a bit too. In all of these apps, I don’t notice any limited functionality. Touches are registered just like the Apple Pencil does. You can easily write/draw with the pen and it doesn’t register your palm if it’s touching the screen. The only difference that I noticed is that this pen won’t detect/register pencil strokes at an extreme angle. The Apple Pencil will however the Zagg pen is very choppy when used at extreme angles. Not a huge thing but just something I noticed. The back half of the pen slides up to reveal the USB-C charging port. Included in the box is a USB-C charging cable (about a foot long) and an extra pencil tip. The one nagging thing I have with this pen is that you can’t tell if it’s on. When you turn the pen on/off, a ring of light shows up to let you know the pen is powered on/off however you can’t tell IF it’s been turned off or on. I would’ve preferred the light stay on or pulse to let you know the pen is on. Not a big issue but just something that would’ve been nice. That said, if you want a pen for your iPad but don’t want to pay retail price on the Apple Pencil, this is a great alternative. It’s cheaper than the Apple Pencil and, from what I’ve seen, works just like the Apple Pencil.

The pen really was easy to get started with and when it worked I liked it more than i expected. Some of the problems i had were newbie error though. However, somehow it broke when it was plugged in charging! I used it no more than 45 days before it and I'm not happy. Pending zagg resolution.

The Zagg Pro Stylus has the feel of a pencil including a flat side to prevent the stylus from rolling away. I originally bought this model because of the larger, more durable screw-off replacement tip. The recessed front on/off switch and hidden power port, however, add style and comfort to this jazzy stylus. Let's not forget the ring shaped indicator light.

The Zagg Pro Stylus allows you to take a compatible iPad to the next level of use. If you have a fairly recent iPad Pro, the most recent iPad mini, or the 2020 iPad (general), you should be able to use the Zagg Pro Stylus in place of “other” brands meant for those devices. With it, you can draw, write, sketch, and sign documents. The Zagg Pro is a dark Grey color, and about 6 ½ inches long. A replaceable tip is on the end, and on the other end is a soft standard stylus tip you can use for simple things like navigating web pages, etc, without smudging up your screen with your fingers. A power button with a status light ring lies near the top, which also slides up a bit to reveal a USB-C charging port. There is a flatter edge to the otherwise roundish body, which is magnetized, so if you are using a compatible iPad or case, the Zagg will stick to it magnetically. A short charging cable and one extra tip are included in the box. In theory, you need only to make sure your Bluetooth is turned on with your compatible iPad, and the Stylus should immediately sync up to it so you can begin using it. I had to try a few times to get it to sync up to mine, but once I did, it worked fine. Tip: I was told by a rep from Zagg that if you have an Apple Pencil already synced to your iPad, you may have to un-sync that one before tying to connect the Zagg to avoid interference in the settings. Once I did this, the stylus connected fine, though you may not actually see it listed in your device area (it just begins to work). The Pro Stylus recognizes if you are tilting it, so it will (slightly) vary the thickness of the line you are drawing using appropriate tool settings in many apps. It takes about 50 minutes to fully charge, and offers about 9 hours of use per charge. I find it easy to hold and angle in my hand, offering good tilting angles and pressure variations. The color is more pleasing to me than a stark White. At around $75 (approx.), it’s a little less costly than other offerings, though I wouldn’t mind seeing it sold for maybe a bit less when compared to the growing list of other offerings hitting the market now. I can’t yet comment on the longevity of the tips, but will update if there are any oddities in that regard – so far it feels just fine on the screen, though. My only negative impressions are a short battery life in-between chargings (compared to other offerings), fiddly initial connections, and the small light ring just above the power button being a bit confusing – you see it light up when turned on and pairing, but no indication when you are truly powering it off. None of these are deal breakers to me, but things I think could be improved on. As we work and school from home much more now in this new normal, having some type of stylus for your iPad if that’s what you are using, is much more of a necessity. The Zagg Pro Stylus is worth at least trying out.

This stylus brings you most of the functionality of the Apple Pencil, at a fraction of the cost. Really the only big feature that is missing is the wireless charging while magnetically attached to the side of the iPad Pro, the Zagg stylus still attaches perfectly! In my opinion, I believe the color and styling of the Zagg pencil matches the iPad better than the Apple version. It came fully charged and ready to use out of the box, with very easy to follow instructions... push the button and use it. To turn it off, push and hold until the light comes on and fizzles out. I can't reiterate enough how incredibly easy this is to use with the latest iPad Pros. The images I've included are from my experience with the latest 11" iPad Pro, the tilt shading and palm rejection work perfectly! Charging was quick and easy, the built-in USB-C port worked with my existing charger and the battery lasted through 4 days of heavy usage, I can only imagine that once the honeymoon phase ends and it goes to regular usage, the battery will probably go for a week or more! The device is very accurate and works great with Apple's low latency screen, the capacitive nub works great on iPhones, Androids, and most other touchscreens. All around, this is an incredible value! I would definitely recommend this for anyone looking for all the excellent function of an Apple Pencil, without the price tag and okay with losing the wireless charging in exchange for a convenient charging port.

Works very well on iPads. My daughter has dropped this pen many times and it still works.

If I could give it less than 1 star I would.. this thing broke within the first 24hrs I had it.. I should’ve listed to what a couple of the reviews said before I wasted my money on it

It broke within a week, the end came off & wouldnt really go jack on the dame. It was loose & eventually fell off and got lost

Less expensive than the Apple Penicl, this Zagg Pro Stylus works on iPad 6th and 7th gen., iPad Pro 11-inch 1st and 2nd gen., and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd and 4th gen. It makes a great alternative with its gray/black design matching the space gray iPad designs much better than the white Apple Pencil. There is a battery level indicator on the stylus and it uses type C charging. I found this to be one versatile stylus and something I didn’t think I needed, but ended up being a great tool to further enhance the iPad.

The ZAGG Pro Stylus in Black is a fantastic alternative to the Apple Pencil. It feels great in the hand, looks sleek, and works seamlessly with my iPad. Writing and drawing are smooth and accurate, and the palm rejection feature makes it super comfortable to use. I love the dual-tip design—one end for precise work, the other for quick navigation. It charges fast with USB-C and lasts all day. Plus, it attaches magnetically to my iPad, which is super convenient. If you're looking for a reliable stylus that performs well and looks sharp, this is a great pick!

I love this stylus for the price compared to the Apple pencil. It's a little slim for my fingers. Definitely need a grip. Easy to charge and see when it's getting low on battery.

ABSOLUTE LOVEEEEEE THIS PENCIL I RETURNED THE APPLE PENCIL TO GET THIS. SO MANY REASONS THIS PENCIL HAS A SOFT TIP ON ONE END OF THE PENCIL THE COVER IS ATTACHED AND DOESNT COME OFF LIKE THE APPLE PENCIL IT IS LIGHTER THAN THE APPLE PENCIL AND EASIER TO USE IT FEELS GOOD IN YOUR HAND AS YOUR WRITING JUST LIKE A PEN OR PENCIL YOU WONT BE DISSAPOINTED GET IT AND IT IS $50 CHEAPER THAN THE APPLE AND DOES THE SAME THING BUT BETTER AND IT IS MAGNETIC

I used the Zagg Pro Stylus to draw in Procreate, Adobe Sketch, and Notes, but unfortunately I found that it doesn’t deliver the quality I expected. The tilt recognition attempts to emulate pressure sensitivity that is possible in drawing apps. In order to vary the width of the stroke, the user must tilt gradually rather than apply light or hard pressure to get a thin or thick line. The exclusion of pressure sensitivity alone on a ‘pro’ stylus is a huge con for me. The lack of pressure detection may have docked this a few stars, but the real hindrance was the constant breaking of a drawn line. The more I tilt, the more the line skips and breaks. This device works better as a regular stylus despite it being marketed to work well with Apple Pencil Apps for designing and drawing. The Pros: This package includes an extra nib. No bluetooth pairing required. The stylus has a flat edge that allows for easy magnetic storage on the iPad. Charging takes a reasonable time and is made possible with the included USB-C cable. It features a capacitive backend tip for scrolling/selecting. The design/color looks very nice. Unfortunately, the Pros are lost with the underwhelming performance of the key features and are far outweighed by the Cons. While it’s nice to get an extra nib, I found that the initial nib made a lot of skips and the second nib skipped less, but even one break in a line ruins that particular brush stroke. Drawing a single stroke to achieve a thicker or thinner line wasn’t always easy. On many brush types, when the tilt recognition was activated, it was either a thin line or a thick line at the tilt, no in between. This device must be turned on and off with the button or risk depleting the battery if left on. It will only charge via the charging cable. Day 1, I accidentally left it on, so Day 2 started off with a dead stylus. The instructions fail to discuss the stylus’s button: - Single press will turn the stylus on (you’ll see the white indicator light go from dim to bright) - Long press will turn the stylus off (you’ll see the white indicator light start bright then dim) - There is a button combination that will flash green or orange, I assume to indicate battery life, but I don’t know how to recreate that indication with certainty If you’re a digital artist, I would not recommend this. Until the nib or pen performance stops breaking a drawn line, artists cannot use this stylus to draw seamlessly.