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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 529 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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82%would recommend to a friend

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Customers recognize the Bamboo Solo Stylus as easy to use and compatible with various devices, frequently praising its price and comfortable weight. Positive feedback also highlights its accuracy and appropriate size. However, some users experienced issues with the tip and nib durability, and a few noted that pressure sensitivity could be improved.

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  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Apple Pencil is great. The Bamboo Stylus: Not sure

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

    Wearing begins the first day using it to do artwork. Exactly what the first Bamboo stylus DID not do. Apple Pencil is great, for sure. It doesn't seem to break down in any way, and it is actually the best tool for artwork where precision on the Anatomically correct drawings is necessary for when giving directions in medical notes, etc. but this is only useable on iPad Pro. The bamboo solo that DOES work is the short one with the cap. It's the only one I don't wear out over night. It could be the fact I need to place a screen protector on my iPad Air 2 ; because the box includes the fact it may NOT work with this kind of cover.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    It came apart.

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

    The stylus is poorly made. The mesh that covers the tip wore out 2 weeks after I purchased it. A few days later the cover around the tip came off. It was able to be pushed back on, but I’m disappointed in Wacom. I purchased it because I have the bamboo drawing pad and it’s excellent. All of their products are not made with the same durability.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Nib

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Loose parts

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

    Ended up buying 2 because the nib got lost. Not good

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works well on phone, but writing with it is hard

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

    It's a great stylus if you use it for it's intended use. It's wonderful for opening apps on my smartphone and tablet. Should you download the SwiftKey app, it's about 99% accurate on the G8+, probably because of the smallish keys. I wanted the fine tipped one, so I could write on those apps that allow it. It would save a lot of time, especially on the fly, but couldn't justify the considerable jump in price. Writing non-ability aside, it's a joy on the screen, gliding like an Olympic figure skater destined for a gold medal. I really can't think of anything I'd improve except for making it a bit longer, so the keys aren't blocked by your hand, and a little thicker, to improve holdability. I bought the first one for full freight with my bonus points, but when I saw them at 1/2 price on Cyber Monday, I bought a couple of them. I lost the original and was going slowly insane with a stylus that bogged down constantly no matter how many times I cleaned the screen(s) or the tip. Am enjoying the new one, and am going to make a concerted effort not to lose it. I put the other one in a safe place that more than likely will forget.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use, Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Pressure sensitivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great basic stylus

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

    Stylus has a good quality compared to others with similar functionality. Works across android and Apple products. Doesn’t have the advance technology you’d want, such as pressure sensitivity. But if you’re lookig for just a basic stylus, this one has a good price point. No pun intended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Tip

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good but not great

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

    I love the feel of these, but the carbon fiber nub wears out well short of expectations. I ordered it on November 30th and the tip has almost worn out. Granted, I have the SwiftKey keyboard installed on my G8+ and use it constantly, but I don't put a lot of pressure on it. I called the company and they said life expectancy was about 5 to 6 months. I have less than one month on the clock, and really should replace the nub, but I'm curious to see how long it takes for it to be completely unusable. Trying to write with it is nearly impossible because it is too broad a tip. Also will not work on my Lenovo Yoga 720 touch screen. While I like the feel, it's usefulness and lifespan are below expectations.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Distance Learning LIFESAVER

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

    As a math teacher trying to come up with an effective online teaching method during Covid-19, I endorse this stylus! I was using a cheap stylus that came on the back of a free pen to create iPad notes for my students, but I decided to give this stylus a try and it makes such a difference. It is very responsive and lightweight. The tip is rounded, so if you're using it for precise things like photoshop it may not be fitting but as far as writing and drawing shapes on a screen goes, it's fantastic. My 3-D figures are legible because of it! I actually look forward to recording each lesson now because of how much easier it makes the whole process.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Pen for touch monitors

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

    Although this doesn't replace my wacom pen/tablet for graphic work, this is a great pen for touch monitors and medium sized tablets. I was surprised how well it could handle fast writing and drawing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great stylus

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

    Woeks better on my phone and other touch screen systems than it does on my laptop (which is what I originally purchased it for)

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Does just what it should do

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

    This is easy to use and works well with the iPad pro. It’s just not an Apple Pencil. Those are way too expensive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Pressure sensitivity

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Quality

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

    Depending on what your using it on its a good item. Some devices you may need a little more pressure.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Nib, Pressure sensitivity

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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

    I'm using this stylus for my IPad too keep from having so many finger prints. At time, I have to press hard. I had to replace the nib, which the threads came apart when I tried to clean up the little threads you see fro usage, otherwise it is good to go.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Cool Product

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

    Works well. May take time getting adjusted to but operates as described

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good stylus

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

    I love how easily this bamboo stylus slides across the tablet screen. The only downside to this stylus is that the tip unscrews easily and you need to keep tightening it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Does all I need

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

    Great option in lieu of Apple pen for me at significant cost savings! Just needed something to write notes and some basic application functions. Didn't need everything the Apple pen does and very happy with the result. I'm using it on an iPad Pro 10.7" model and it works great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great with my ipad

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

    I researched different stylus for my iPad. I didn’t know which one would work best for me, but the bamboo solo was a perfect fit!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    I use this pen for my older model i pad and its great very easy to use, i use it for note taking in college and its pretty good.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product!

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

    I love it! It works great with my iPad. I also like the cap. It reminds me of a pen that I can put in my pocket.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It works, but...

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

    The stylus works 95% of the time. My main observation is that it makes a high frequency squeak as it slides across the surface of my tablet. Sometimes it drives me a bit nutty.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight
    Cons mentioned:
    Tip

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    This is a great pen to use on any laptop. I even use it on my phone from time to time. It is very light weight. If I had to change anything, I would want it to have more of a point at the end like a real pencil or pen. Overall, this was a good buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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