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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 440 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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89%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the Active Stylus for iPad, iPad Pro, iPad Air and iPad mini, particularly its overall performance and ease of use. Many users appreciate the stylus's long battery life and reasonable price. The stylus also connects easily to multiple devices and works well with different iPads. While some users noted the lack of pressure sensitivity, the stylus is still well-received for general use.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Pencil

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This pencil is amazing. I really like the light indicator for when your battery is getting low. I also like the fact that you can turn the pencil off to save battery life. I feel this pencil is better than the actual Apple pencil.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi Bottle! Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the Insignia™ Active Stylus for your iPad. It's great to know that you appreciate the light indicator for low battery and the ability to turn it off to save battery life. We're especially happy to hear that you find it even better than the Apple Pencil. If you have any other thoughts or questions, feel free to share! |Angelica| Insignia Products| BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best dupe

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works AMAZING. i have had no issues with it since buying and i love that it’s practically the same as the Apple Pencil at a fraction of the price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So easy for children

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect for easy connection for a younger child, just what we were looking for and rechargeable with Type C USB

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi DavidW,

      Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that the Insignia™ Active Stylus has been a perfect fit for your child. Making technology accessible and easy to use especially for younger users is something we care deeply about, so it’s great to know the stylus delivered just what you were looking for. Patricia | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bom lápis

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Funciona perfeitamente com o IPad, bateria dura bastante

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good alternative

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for the price compared to the Apple Pencil, does everything I need it to, and has great battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing the Insignia™ Active Stylus! We're thrilled to hear that it's meeting your needs and that you're enjoying the battery life and overall performance. Providing a reliable and affordable alternative to the Apple Pencil is exactly what we aimed for, and your feedback means a lot to us. Patricia | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good pen

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice. Works well. Feels nice too hold easy to use and comes with its own charger

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi KarenS,
      We’re so happy to hear the stylus is working well for you! Comfort and ease of use were top priorities in the design, and it’s great to know you’re enjoying the feel and functionality plus the convenience of the included charger. Patricia | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good pencil

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good pencil and best price. I can use in my ipad , draw an write

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this pen for my daughter to use as a first before getting her an actual expensive apple brand. She loves it and i love that it’s cheaper and functions just as good

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your review, HalieB! We're delighted to hear that your daughter loves the Insignia™ Active Stylus and that it functions just as well as the more expensive brands. It's great to know that you found a cost-effective option that works perfectly. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy drawing and writing!

      - Shiela | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Writing Tool I’ve found.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a good Stylus for any iPad and at a good price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    working well with my iPad 7th gen

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm using it with an iPad 7th generation. Turning it on and off took a bit of trial and error, holds a charge for a long time and working with the software I got it for. Happy with it and more reasonably priced than the apple version.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This pencil works perfectly with my iPad. It's just as great as the apple pencil but at a more reasonable price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled to hear that the pencil works perfectly with your iPad and that you find it comparable to the Apple Pencil at a more reasonable price. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we are committed to providing quality products that meet your needs. Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stylus pen for my I pad

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great device. Love it!! I didn’t know until this purchase what I was missing. Glad I got this useful tool.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Alterantive!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As an apple pencil user in the past I along many others have noticed that it is overpriced. However, Insignia creates a great alternative which has most of the built in features as what you would expect but be warned it may not have all the special features as an apple pencil but is still great! Overall 4.5-5 stars.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Can’t live without it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works just like it was described. I needed it in a quick pinch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Grab

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I refuse to buy an Apple Pencil! This works just as well as the Apple Pencil, it comes with two tips, and a charger. You get the same thing for a fraction of the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear that our alternative to the Apple Pencil is meeting your needs and providing the same functionality at a more affordable price. We appreciate your feedback regarding the included tips and charger. We strive to offer value and quality, and we're pleased that our product has resonated with you.

      Keith | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pencil

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    For homework this pencil is bananas, and works like a real Apple Pencil, just make sure to buy extra tips they’re like 5 bucks

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works fantastic

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far seems great! We got it for the kids and they love it. If you are just looking for something simple to draw and write it will work perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that the Insignia™ Active Stylus is working great for your kids and that they love it. It's wonderful to know that it meets your needs for drawing and writing. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Enjoy the creativity!

      - Shiela | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    iPad stylus

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Stays charged for long periods of time but is inconvenient for drawing/writing as you have to keep track of the different tips.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Budget Apple Pencil

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This pen worked great for me. I didn't have the money for an Apple Pencil, so I picked this one up instead, and it works perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Hi ChristopherS,

      Thank you for sharing your experience with the Insignia™ Active Stylus! We're thrilled to hear that it works perfectly for you and that it provided a great alternative to the Apple Pencil. It's wonderful to know that our product met your needs and expectations.

      If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. Patricia | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Thank you!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Glad I got it. My daughter loves it. Thank you Best Buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from InsigniaCustomerSupport
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      Thank you, BeckyP, for the kind words. We're so happy to hear your daughter is enjoying the stylus and that it’s been a great addition to her iPad experience. Tine | Insignia Support BBY-ExBrand_Insignia