Skip to content

Stylu comparison

Apple Pencil 1st Generation vs Apple Pencil 2nd Generation

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

Compared products
01Selected
Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • 20.7 g.
  • Pairs and charges through its Lightning connector.
  • Bluetooth.
  • Tilt-sensitive input for shading.
KSh 14,000In Stock
Add to cart
02
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

  • 18.2 g.
  • Magnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad.
  • Bluetooth.
  • Tilt-sensitive input for shading.
  • Buttons: double-tap touch control to switch tools.
KSh 13,500In Stock
Add to cart

Add to comparison

2 spaces available

Apple Pencil ProKSh 20,000
Apple Pencil (USB-C)KSh 14,500
Surface Slim Pen 2KSh 18,500
Microsoft Surface Pen (Stylet)KSh 13,500
Microsoft Surface Slim Pen 2KSh 22,000
Logitech Crayon Digital PencilKSh 12,500
Galaxy Tab S10 Series S PenKSh 12,500
2 of 4 products

Our quick verdict

The Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) is the better buy: it is lighter (18.2 g).

Weight

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)
20.7 g
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
18.2 g

Charging

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)
Pairs and charges through its Lightning connector
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Magnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • Pairs and charges through its Lightning connector.
  • Weighs 20.7 g.

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

  • Lighter: 18.2 g (vs 20.7 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 13,500 (vs KSh 14,000).

What matters most to you?

Choose any priorities

How each product answers the questions buyers ask most. Tick a topic to add it, untick one to hide it.

2 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Weight20.7 g18.2 g
ChargingPairs and charges through its Lightning connectorMagnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
BrandAppleApple
ModelApple Pencil (1st generation)Apple Pencil (2nd generation)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Dimensions175.7 mm long from tip to cap; 8.9 mm diameter166 mm length; 8.9 mm diameter
Weight20.7 g18.2 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
ChargingPairs and charges through its Lightning connector; USB-C iPads in the compatibility list require Apple’s separate adapterMagnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad

Digital Pen

Digital Pen specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
CompatibilityiPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st/2nd generation), 10.5-inch and 9.7-inch; iPad Air (3rd generation); iPad mini (5th generation); iPad (6th–10th generation) and iPad (A16). iPad 10th generation/A16 require the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter for pairing and charging.iPad Pro 11-inch (1st–4th generation) and 12.9-inch (3rd–6th generation); iPad Air (4th/5th generation); iPad mini (6th generation). Hover requires iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation) or 12.9-inch (6th generation).
Pressure SensitivityPressure-sensitive inputPressure-sensitive input
Tilt SupportTilt-sensitive input for shadingTilt-sensitive input for shading
WirelessBluetooth; the manufacturer does not specify a versionBluetooth; Apple does not specify a Bluetooth version
Buttons—Double-tap touch control to switch tools

Similarities

  • Same pressure sensitivity: pressure-sensitive input.
  • Same tilt support: tilt-sensitive input for shading.
  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

The Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

Back to compared products ↑

In-stock alternatives

Apple Pencil (USB-C)For Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (USB-C)View product ↗Microsoft Surface Pen (Stylet)For Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Microsoft Surface Pen (Stylet)View product ↗Galaxy Tab S10 Series S PenFor Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)Galaxy Tab S10 Series S PenView product ↗Oppo AI PenFor Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)Oppo AI PenView product ↗

Related comparisons

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil ProApple Pencil (1st Generation)Apple Pencil (USB-C)Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Surface Slim Pen 2Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Microsoft Surface Pen (Stylet)Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Microsoft Surface Slim Pen 2Apple Pencil (1st Generation)Logitech Crayon Digital PencilApple Pencil (1st Generation)Galaxy Tab S10 Series S PenApple Pencil (1st Generation)Oppo AI PenApple Pencil (1st Generation)HP Rechargeable MPP 2.0 Tilt Pen
Menu
Need Help? +254 112891117
Back to Top

My Cart