How did your own go-to writing utensil rank?
A small sampling of all the pens we tested. Photo: Jed Egan and Lyne Lucien At its most basic, a pen has to do just one thing, but there are so many reasons to choose one over another.
Smoothness: How easily does the pen glide across the page? Does the tip feel scratchy or catch on the paper? How smoothly does the ink flow?Bleed-through: Does the ink bleed through to the other side of the page?Looks: Is it a beautiful writing instrument? Are there design elements that make the pen stand out?
It’s easy to understand the appeal of the Fineliner, which has a straightforwardness that I wanted to like. It came recommended from a few of our experts, but I found that the Fineliner produced a good amount of smudging, some bleed-through, and some dragging. It isn’t great for the average note-taker, but die-hard marker pen fans may find something to love about the retro attractiveness of this one. — Dominique Pariso, Strategist intern$2 for 12 at Amazon Buy $2 for 12 at Amazon Buy 99.
The padded grip and overall light weight make this pen comfortable to use for extended periods of time, but I had to dock a few points because after a while, it really feels like you’re dragging the pen across the page. And while the clear body of the pen makes it slightly more interesting to look at than similar retractable pens at this price point, there isn’t anything particularly special that makes it stand out. — D.P.$9 for 4 at Amazon Buy $9 for 4 at Amazon Buy 95.
This pen produces alarmingly thin lines. So thin that my handwriting was rendered even more unreadable than it typically is. I also found it slightly difficult to write with — it took genuine effort to make sure I got every letter I wanted to on the paper. It is just not a smooth writing experience; there is just too little ink being administered. On the flip side, because the ink comes out so sparingly, there is quite literally no bleed-through or smudging.
Smooth and richly inky, the Pelikan Fineliner is a delight to write with. From fine-writing German brand Pelikan , the Pelikan is an affordable introduction to the brand that would work for daily writing or even drawing and outlining. If you’re okay with a good amount of bleed-through, that is. While the writing quality shows the brand’s attention to functionality, aesthetically it’s not the most exciting pen.
A fountain pen in the $100-range, this one has a finer point than the other ones I tested, and the mechanism for filling it with ink was a bit more involved. It uses a vacuum system, but filling it — by twisting the back end of the pen in an inkwell to draw the ink up — was straightforward, and the pen was ready to use immediately afterward. The flow of the ink when writing is a little uneven, and the nib drags a bit on the page, but overall it feels nice to write with.
The Stabilo Fineliner is a comfortably middle-of-the-road felt pen. Its hexagonal body feels just fine to hold and there’s very little smudging or bleed-through. However, it’s sticky on the page and I found that my not-so-neat handwriting was even harder to read than usual because of how the pen dragged across the paper. The line-thickness also varied without my changing the pressure with which I was writing. Will it work for a quick note or to-do list? Certainly.
Surprisingly smooth, especially for a ballpoint pen. Not a ton of snagging, pretty clean, even lines. But it drags a bit on the page, and there’s a fair bit of resistance. It’s not as bad or noticeable as with a cheaper ballpoint pen, though, and there’s no smudging or bleed-through. The tactile quality isn’t awesome, as the ridges are a little rough, and it feels small in my hand. It’s kind of like writing with a golf pencil rather than a full-size one.
$27 at Amazon Buy $27 at Amazon Buy 72. Uni-ball Roller Type: Rollerball $9 Smoothness: 3.5 | Smudging: 4.5 | Bleed-through: 4 | Feel: 3 | Looks: 3 Its very fine tip translates into less than ideal smoothness, but the fineness allows me to write more neatly and with more control. The ink output, however, is consistent. The tip feels like a mechanical pencil dragging across the page, and would not be great for the average user, unless you prefer a very fine point. There’s virtually zero smudging, however, and the rubber grip and the clicking mechanism are satisfying.
This is the retractable version of the also very popular Pilot V5 . It has a needle-fine point that allows for smaller and neater writing. I like the point on this pen. It’s not as smooth as I prefer my pens to be, but its fine point allows me to write smaller and more neatly. There’s a little smudging but that’s not a deal breaker by any means. As far as smoothness goes, the pen passes the cursive test, but there’s a tad bit of resistance, most likely owing to the needlepoint style of the tip.
The Uni-ball writes mostly smooth once it gets going, although there is some skipping at first. It does come in a variety of colors . For a Staples staple the design is not bad: space age-y with an alternating matte and chrome silver finish. There is barely any bleed-through and absolutely no smudging, which is rare for a rollerball. — D.P.$15 for 12 at Amazon Buy $15 for 12 at Amazon Buy 60. Kaweco Classic Sport Ballpoint Type: Ballpoint $20 Smoothness: 3 | Smudging: 2.5 | Bleed-through: 4.
The word “pen” feels like a bit of a misnomer, here: this is really a fine-tipped marker. Or a calligraphy brush dressed up as a pen. When writing, if you slant the tip of the pen downward, you’ll easily draw a fat black line. This makes the letter ligaments thicker than most, which will frustrate those who write small. But it is smooth: the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score for how the ink hits the paper is because it sometimes bleeds a bit too much onto the page.
I mean, what to say, really: this is likely the world’s most basic pen. It’s a pen you might see at a doctor’s office, or on the reception desk at an elementary school. It is absolutely, perfectly fine: it doesn’t smudge much , it has zero bleed-through. While writing with it isn’t necessarily pleasurable, it is smooth enough. The ink comes out neither too thick nor too thin. This is a true middle-of-the-road pen, and I really don’t have a bad thing, nor a good thing, to say about it. — K.S.
For a ballpoint pen, the Delfonics is surprisingly smooth. The ink comes out nicely and dries quickly, but in many ways the pen is disappointing. With its raw wood body, it looks a little like a kid’s toy pen rather than an elegant writing instrument. The tip is also uncomfortably shallow — it’s hard to see exactly what you’re writing because the thick point of the pen is so close to the page it almost obstructs it.
Compared to other fine-line pens, the Onyx has a much smoother flow and is more accommodating to writing large, rounded letters. It doesn’t glide quite as easily as some of the other rollerballs I tried, but on the plus side, there’s comparatively less smudging than average. All-black with a white logo, it’s sleek-looking, and small dots on each end of the pen show the ink color, which is an interesting touch. — K.I.A.$9 for 12 at Amazon Buy $9 for 12 at Amazon Buy 44.
This is a hefty pen made out of solid titanium. Billed as “the world’s most refill-friendly pen,” it accepts over 200 different refills without the need for special parts or modifications. Even the tip length can be adjusted, and without any “wiggle.” This particular sample came with a Schneider Gelion 39 refill and a 0.4 mm. point. When writing with it, the ink flowed in a thick line and was rather smooth, with minimal smudging. But with the Ti Arto EDC, it’s really about the pen itself.
I have a very intimate working knowledge of this TUL pen, because I own a colored set of these that I use every day. The TUL is my go-to for journaling and note-taking because it’s stupidly smooth, which really helps when I’m jotting stuff down quickly and have a lengthy train of thought, and the ink appears thick and bold on the page .
Hawaiian-based Acme has been collaborating with architects, graphic designers, and artists since its founding in 1985. These are good-looking pens and it’s not surprising that they frequently win design awards. The two I tried out were both attractive from afar and feature little details that reveal the care invested in the pens. While it’s not an unpleasant pen to write with by any means, it does seem like function takes a backseat to form.
I usually hate fine pens, because my handwriting is relatively large and loopy and fine pens usually catch and drag, but writing with this pen felt like cutting butter with a hot knife, it’s that smooth. It has the feel and smooth, constant ink-flow of a fresh marker, and the precision of a ballpoint pen. I didn’t experience any smudging, nor, surprisingly, any bleed-through, even though it’s felt-tipped and looks inky.
The Pilot EasyTouch is a reliable and affordable disposable pen. It’s surprisingly smooth and it draws a nice, fine line that doesn’t skip. The pen does not feel scratchy, but you do get a little pushback when writing with it; there is a small but normal amount of pressure required. No bleed-through. The retractable mechanism works well and yields an extremely satisfying but loud “click.” If you are looking to compulsively fiddle without disturbing your coworkers, this is not the pen for you.
If you’re someone who likes a sharp line and has small handwriting, this pen will accommodate both. But the ink can well up in places, specifically if you’re writing cursive, which can create an uneven lines at times, as well as some smudging. While it’s not much to speak of in the looks department, the rubbery grip is solid and would allow you to write comfortably for quite a while, thanks to its ultralightweight body. — S.K. $4 at Amazon Buy $4 at Amazon Buy 20.
There is a lot to love about this pen. It feels substantial in your hand, but not too heavy. The lacquer finish makes the pen cool and comfortable to the touch; the ink is smooth and smudge-free. The black body with its gold details makes for a classy, elegant pen that looks more expensive than it really is. — D.P. $18 at Amazon Buy $18 at Amazon Buy 16. Pilot Precise V5 Type: Rollerball $15 Smoothness: 4.5 | Smudging: 5 | Bleed-through: 4.5 | Feel: 4.5 | Looks: 4.
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