Customer Ratings & Reviews

I just recently bought a new (ish) 10 year gen iPad. I hadn’t had an iPad in Years as they always looked the same. But when I saw the redesigned iPad 10 I thought you know what”it’s time”. I never tried an Apple Pencil so I can’t speak directly to the comparison. But I can speak on how well this insignia active style works for me. First it looks identical. Feels good in the hands and is very comfortable to hold and use for how ever long you need it. Personally I use this like a traditional stylus and allow my kids to draw on my iPad sometimes as well. It works great if that is what you plan on doing with this. Battery last a few days with moderate use. Tho I don’t use my iPad all day everyday. To turn on you simply double tap the top part of the stylus and boom. On or off. Type C is include but is very very short. This only matters if you plug into a wall outlet which I do. But not a biggie as we all have many wires around the house. The only thing I have a complaint about it that the stylus does not line up with the magnetic part of the iPad on top(see pics). From what the paper states, it works on all new iPads minus the iPad 10. My luck lol. Again not a huge deal. There isn’t much to say. Beside,. This insignia active stylus works very well and cost 60 percent less than the Apple variant. You can not beat that. I would highly recommend getting this over Apple own. I like a lot.

[Employee of bestbuy] I recently tried the Insignia Active Stylus for iPad, and I’m pleasantly surprised by its performance, especially given its affordable price compared to the Apple Pencil. The stylus is a great budget-friendly alternative without sacrificing much in terms of functionality. It offers smooth and precise input, making it a solid choice for note-taking, drawing, or navigating through apps. The accuracy is impressive, and it handles fine lines and detailed work well. One of the standout features is its ease of use. The stylus requires no pairing or Bluetooth connection—just turn it on, and it works right away. This simplicity is a major advantage, especially if you’re looking for a hassle-free experience. The build quality is also commendable for the price. The stylus feels comfortable in hand and is well-balanced, making it easy to use for extended periods. The responsive tip provides a natural writing experience, which is great for both creative and productivity tasks. Battery life is decent, and the stylus charges quickly, which ensures you’re not left waiting around. For those looking for a practical and cost-effective solution, the Insignia Active Stylus offers a great value without breaking the bank. Overall, the Insignia Active Stylus is an excellent alternative to the Apple Pencil. It provides reliable performance, ease of use, and a comfortable design at a fraction of the cost. If you’re in the market for an affordable stylus for your iPad, this one is definitely worth considering.

After going through two original pencils which eventually died out and became paper weights, I was tired of spending the ridiculous price for something I felt was going to stop working relatively fast. That's when I discovered the new Insignia Active Stylus made specifically for most iPads compatible with their pencils, typically the ones post-2018. It was very simple to set up out of the box by doing the initial fast charge via the included USB-C cable which takes only about 30 minutes if completely dead and can last up to 15 hours on a full charge. Once charged, you double click the power button located on the end of the stylus and you will see a small LED light turn on showing it's on. Once that is done, you are ready to start using it; there is no need to set anything else up via the iPad settings or an app which makes it very user friendly with minimal reliance on the instructions. The stylus has pixel precision which accurately locates each touch point on the screen and by tilting the stylus while drawing/writing it will adjust the line thickness. While drawing/writing, if you are like me and rest your palm on the screen, it does not affect any touchpoints on the display. You can even use the stylus to select items on the iPad screen and if you double tap the screen, you are able to make quick notes in the Note app. Another useful feature is you can store the stylus just as you would the magnetic pencil on the top portion of the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd gen or later) and/or the iPad Pro 11-inch. The stylus also comes with a 1 year limited warranty. Overall, I believe the Insignia Active Stylus works just as well as the original pencil at a fraction of the price and would recommend it to anyone looking for an alternative.

The Insignia Active Stylus has been a reliable and useful accessory for my iPad. It works well for note-taking, scrolling, drawing, and general navigation. The stylus responds accurately on the screen and feels comfortable to hold during extended use. Setup is straightforward, and it connects easily without complicated pairing. Battery life is reasonable, and charging is convenient. For everyday tasks such as writing notes or marking up documents, it performs as expected. While it may not offer all the advanced features of higher-end styluses, it does a good job for basic and intermediate use. Considering the price, it provides solid value and dependable performance. Overall, this is a good alternative for users who want an affordable active stylus that is compatible with multiple iPad models.

The pencil it great! It charges fast and connects easy and keeps charge for a good amount of time.

I purchased two of the Insignia Stylus for iPad for my seven-year-old grandsons to use with their iPads. The stylus connected easily and works great—it’s responsive and accurate, just what they needed for drawing and writing. I also like that it’s magnetic and holds securely to the iPad or the iPad case, which helps keep it from getting lost. It came with an extra Stylist tip and the type C cord for charging.The price is much lower than the Apple brand stylus, yet it performs really well. For the value and functionality, I would definitely recommend this product and would purchase it again.

I got this to replace my Apple Pencil and it works great! It connected easily, no lag on performance, and i got it for a goood price! I also purchased a pencil holder for all of my pencils for my Ipad A16. Best buy products are a really good alternative to brand products!

Works as expected. Long lasting charge and charges quickly.

Excited that there was still one available in stock at my local store so immediately purchased for in-store pickup. Works exactly as described no issues there. Unfortunately they must have given me a returned item as when I got home and opened the box there was only the pen and replacement nib. This was not marked as a used or discounted item. The usb charging cable and instruction booklet were missing so removed one star.

Battery holds, easy to use, and no lag for drawing on ipad

I really enjoyed this pencil before I was able to get my other one. It is a great cheaper alternative to the name brand pencils that are offered. I used this pencil for about a week. The only complaint that I would voice would be that the included pencil tips were not the best quality for the work load I needed them for. Within that week I had exposed the metal inside the tip. I am a college student who uses my tablet to take notes. If it was not for the heavy use needed I would just continue with this pencil. It is a fraction of the cost and the replacement tips are close to $4-$6 for four tips. It functions the absolute same as a name brand and it is very user friendly. It has a better battery life and it does not use the tablet to charge itself when attached. It says attached to my tablet just like any other name brand. Overall, if you want heavy-duty use either buy replacement tips corresponding with the brand of this pencil or name brand pencil tips (they fit, but they do last a little bit longer). If you are just wanting a simple tablet pencil save hundreds of dollars and get this one!

I have used this stylus for a couple of months now. Overall it does most of what I need it to do. Charges in a half hr as stated. And holds charge well. Price was very good since it was on sale. Being a 3rd party active stylus it doesn’t perform some actions as smoothly, as a native Apple Pencil would. Erasing can be challenging at times if not using the on-screen keyboard. There is minimal latency when writing. Like that you can tell by color of light about how much charge is left in the battery. No pairing needed is a nice feature.

Perfect for iPad! My son uses with his school ipad with no issues. Charging last long and no issues.

Works well my daughter loves and it charges fast and lasts for a while

The Insignia Active Stylus is a fantastic and budget-friendly option for iPad users. It pairs instantly, feels comfortable in hand, and offers precise input—perfect for note-taking, drawing, or general navigation. The design is sleek, and the battery life is solid for regular use. I’ve been using it with my iPad Air and haven’t faced any lag or connectivity issues. For the price, it absolutely delivers great value and quality.

I bought 2 (one for myself and one for my daughter’s ipad). It works great and it is very easy to pair up. I would definitely recommend this!

Easy to charge and use. Like writing or drawing with a regular pen. Works great for photo editing.

This is the second stylus I've used with my iPad Pro; I've never used an genuine Apple Pencil because that price tag is too high. This Insignia Active Stylus is a great alternative. First, I love the simplicity in turning this device on and off, just two taps on top and you're off and running. The other pencil I used required additional steps to turn it on and to charge it. I'm not crazy about the battery life, as compared to my other second party pencil. However, unlike the other said pencil, this Insignia pencil charges much faster, so I'm back to tapping in no time. When I ordered this pencil, I didn't purchase the replacement tips right away in case I didn't like it, but after only a day of using it, I bought a pack of replacement tips post haste. This pencil is a great, less expensive alternative to the name brand version. I couldn't tell you if it's better or worse than the original, but I can't see the original being worth more than twice the cost of this product. Highly recommended.

Works very well, battery last quite a while. Huge value when compared to other products that cost three times as much and work just as well.

Works great! Love how easy it is to use. Wasn’t sure if I would use one enough to spend the money on the apple one. Got this one to test out. I don’t think I use it enough to buy the more expensive one since this works well for what I am doing.