Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Bold Point, 1.0mm, Dozen - Blue Ink
Average customer rating
4.5
(477 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 477 reviews
5 Stars
344
4 Stars
76
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
14
1 Star
15
78%of customers recommend this product.
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21 out of
27)
Customer Reviews for Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Bold Point, 1.0mm, Dozen - Blue Ink
Customer Rating
5
Smooth and comfortable
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: M.H.
from Merrick
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was genuinely impressed with these retractable gel pens from the moment I started using them. The ink flows effortlessly creating bold rich lines that are perfect for both writing and sketching. The bold point gives my writing a clean and professional look without smudging or skipping. One of the best features is how comfortable they are to use. The ergonomic grip is soft and supportive making long writing sessions easy on my hand. Even after extended use there was no cramping or discomfort—just smooth consistent writing. What I liked most about these pens is the perfect combination of style function and comfort. They look sleek feel great in the hand and deliver high-quality results every time. I’ll definitely be keeping a few of these on hand at all times!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Penominal
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: M.T.
from Bakersfield
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My first impression of the red gel pens packaging was very positive. The transparent cover provided a clear view of the red pens inside which was a nice touch. The pens themselves are excellent—the-boldness and fine point are phenomenal and they write smoothly and cleanly without any smudging. The grip is comfortable and ergonomically designed making it easy to write for extended periods. Overall I’m very satisfied with these pens. I would definitely recommend them.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth and Bold
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: L.G.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are great pens for everyday use! They are easy to write with and comfortable to grip. The ink is bold and dark and I love the thick tip. It’s ideal for coloring in small areas or writing clearly. My children (ages 3 and 6) also really enjoyed using these pens and found them comfortable and satisfying for their art projects. I would definitely recommend these.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great no smudge pen
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: S.R.
from Broomfield
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of these pens. I love a good clicker gel pen and this one did not disappoint. It always feels like I have to be careful to not smudge the ink with a gel pen but even when I tried to intentionally smudge the writing I couldn’t! This definitely fits the bill for a lower cost higher quality pen you can rely on to work well. It was comfortable to write with and write smoothly without skipping or having splotchy ink.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Posted by: ENID W.
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you need a pen to write in small spaces this is perfect!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Bold and smooth
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: KatieT
from Riverside
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pens glides smoothly and leaves a bold mark. The pen felt extremely comfortable to use and I had no issue with it writing as I took notes for a class. I love to conserve paper usage and I love that the Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pens do not bleed through and the writing does not show on the other side. The only con that I had with the pen is that it can smudge a bit due to the pen residue not drying as quick but other than that this pen is absolutely amazing. Another benefit from the staples brand is that it comes in a 5 pack when others tend to often offer only 3 packs. I used a pen all week to take notes and took approximately 13 pages worth of notes and still had a bunch of ink left over. Overall I give the Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pens a 9/10 and would definitely use again!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Pens
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: B.Z.
from Denver
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens are awesome! They are super smooth and I love the fine point for clear writing. My husband is a teacher and he keeps stealing these away from me. They're very comfortable with an ergonomic grip and I use them for a lot of writing happily. Coming from a family with serious pen use (teacher full-time nursing student and 7 year old obsessed with pens) we are very happy with these.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Writes smooth and comfortable to hold
on June 13, 2025
Posted by: T.C.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are great gel ink pens. They write really smooth. The grip is comfortable. I like that they are retractable so I don’t loose a lid.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples