Apple Pencil (USB-C) Alternatives & Comparisons

Alternatives worth considering

Similar stylus to Apple Pencil (USB-C), with what each one does better and what it gives up.

Apple · Stylus

Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

KSh 14,000

In Stock

Why consider it

Costs KSh 500 less (KSh 14,000 vs KSh 14,500)

Pressure Sensitivity

Pressure-sensitive input

Charging

Pairs and charges through its Lightning connector; USB-C iPads in the compatibility list require Apple’s separate adapter

Tilt Support

Tilt-sensitive input for shading

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Apple · Stylus

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

KSh 13,500

In Stock

Why consider it

Lighter: 18.2 g (vs 20.5 g)

Pressure Sensitivity

Pressure-sensitive input

Charging

Magnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad

Tilt Support

Tilt-sensitive input for shading

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Microsoft · Stylus

Microsoft Surface Pen (Stylet)

KSh 13,500

In Stock

Why consider it

Costs KSh 1,000 less (KSh 13,500 vs KSh 14,500)

Pressure Sensitivity

4,096 pressure levels on compatible devices

Tilt Support

Supported on compatible Surface models; check the exact device in Microsoft’s compatibility table

Battery life

Replaceable AAAA battery

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Samsung · Stylus

Galaxy Tab S10 Series S Pen

KSh 12,500

In Stock

Why consider it

Lighter: 8.75 g (vs 20.5 g)

Charging

Magnetic storage and charging on compatible Galaxy Tab S9/S10 models; FE devices do not provide Bluetooth charging functions

Weight

8.75 g

Buttons

S Pen button for on-screen shortcuts and compatible remote/gesture functions; functions depend on device and app

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Apple · Stylus

Apple Pencil Pro

KSh 20,000

In Stock

Why consider it

Lighter: 19.15 g (vs 20.5 g)

Trade-off

Costs KSh 5,500 more (KSh 20,000 vs KSh 14,500)

Pressure Sensitivity

Pressure-sensitive input

Charging

Magnetic attachment, pairing and charging on a compatible iPad

Tilt Support

Tilt-sensitive input for shading

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Microsoft · Stylus

Surface Slim Pen 2

KSh 18,500

In Stock

Why consider it

Lighter: 13 g (vs 20.5 g)

Trade-off

Costs KSh 4,000 more (KSh 18,500 vs KSh 14,500)

Pressure Sensitivity

4,096 pressure levels; zero-force inking on supported devices

Charging

Charges through compatible Surface pen-storage/charging accessories or the separate Surface Slim Pen Charger; accessories sold separately

Battery life

Preinstalled rechargeable lithium-ion battery

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