Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, 36/Pack - Black Ink
Average customer rating
4.5
(474 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 474 reviews
5 Stars
341
4 Stars
76
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
14
1 Star
15
76%of customers recommend this product.
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19 out of
25)
Customer Reviews for Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, 36/Pack - Black Ink
Customer Rating
5
Comparable to brand name gel pens
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: C.E.
from Hillsborough Township
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I will preface this review by saying that I have a strong preference for gel pens and have tried many different brands over the years. I refuse to use anything else. Though I was skeptical that the Staples ProGel pens would work as well as the brand name pens I tend to reach for I am pleasantly surprised! These work just as well as their competitors and the ink glides on paper smoothly and beautifully. It dries within seconds and does not smudge! The textured ridges in the padding makes it both comfortable and easy to hold. The 0.7mm thickness is perfect for me as that is what I'm used to. I doubt I will ever buy brand name gel pens again. These are just as good.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Super smooth and does not skip
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: MamaNeedsCoffee
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This pen was great! Straight out of the package it wrote immediately. None of the usual scribbling to get the ink to come out that I’ve had with other pens. It’s also incredibly smooth and the .07 is a nice bold line. I press fairly hard when I write and have issues with some pens skipping because of it. I had no issues with this one. My only small criticism is the grip. It has hard edges to it so you have to position the pen in a specific way in your hand. The grip area is not the same around the entire pen so you don’t have a comfortable grip from any position. Not a big issue for me and it would not keep me from purchasing the pen in the future.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Such a good deal
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Pam
from Aliso Viejo
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The StaplePro Gel Pen delivers a commendable writing experience overall. Even thought it’s a store brand pen it’s no lesser any other popular gel pen around here. Compared to other gel ink pens its smooth ink flow and consistent performance stand out. The ink dry time is impressively quick minimizing smudging and allowing for efficient writing. The ergonomic design ensures a comfortable grip enhancing the writing experience even during long sessions. What I liked most about this pen is its reliability; it consistently delivers clean crisp lines without skipping or blotting. Overall the Staple Pro Gel Pen is a reliable choice for anyone seeking a smooth comfortable and efficient writing instrument. Staples you found a lifetime customer who is going to ditch the10year loyal brand .
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Good Pen
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Amanda
from Marietta
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use pens a lot as part of my job working in the hospital. My go-to pens are Zebra brand. These Staples pens seem to be Staples’ version of the Pilot G-2. I compared a .7 blue G-2 with a .7 blue Staples ProGel pen. I would say they’re very similar! The ink is a bit more sluggish in the Staples pen but not overly so. The dry time is also similar and good for a gel pen. I would say that this pen would be good for left-handed people because the dry time is quick. The Staples pen has a bit of an advantage over the G-2 with the grip which is a little more triangular than the perfectly round G-2 which I prefer. The Staples pen is also more affordably priced than the G-2 which is why I would personally recommend it as a good alternative.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
A good gel pen overall
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: BB Kicks
from HARRISONBURG
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This gel pen holds its own against other competitors. I like the retractable nib so I don't have to keep up with pen caps and the comfort grip lives up to its name. The pen writes well and clearly with vibrant ink on a variety of writing surfaces. It excels in the saturation of the pen ink while not bleeding through which is a problem I've encountered with other gel pens. It writes well on glossy surfaces which are often a challenge. The only reason I give it a 4 out of 5 star review is because I experienced some smudging on the glossier pages. Otherwise I found it to be very quick drying. Even on the glossy pages it dries pretty quickly but not so fast as to eliminate a few small smudges when writing at my normal speed. The picture of the smudged ink was from me immediately running my finger over it so that's not going to be typical but it does show the issue. You can also compare the vibrancy of the ink on my calendar page pictures.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smoothie
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Tiffanyyyhereau
from Knoxville
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] At first I was very skeptical since a lot of other gel pens have had issues. I was VERY excited of the grip it had. It made the ease of writing so outstanding! I was very surprised at how fast the ink dried within SECONDS!!! Due to the performance grip I felt that I had ease of use to write and not worry about any ink smear at the same time! I would say my favorite thing about the pen was how well the ink flowed out of the pen and onto the paper. Effortless writing and drawing made simple.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
My new favorite pen
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: F.C.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I want to thank the Stellar Product Testing Panel for giving me the chance to try the Staples ProGel Pen. As someone who loves writing in my journal finding a good pen is really important to me. I'm happy to share my thoughts on this pen. I've been using the Pilot G-2 07 for a long time and it's been my favorite pen. But after trying the Staples ProGel Pen I think I found something even better. It's got a nicer grip writes smoother and it's never skipped on me. This is definitely going to be my new favorite pen. The grip of the Staples ProGel Pen is really comfortable. It feels good in my hand so I can write for a long time without my hand hurting. And when I write with it the ink flows smoothly onto the page. It makes my writing look neat and clean every time. Plus it's really easy to see how much ink is left because of the see-through barrel. Compared to the Pilot G-2 07 the Staples ProGel Pen writes even smoother. It feels really nice to write with which makes journaling or writing notes more enjoyable. Overall I'm really happy with the Staples ProGel Pen. It's comfortable and cushy to hold writes smoothly and it's dries pretty fast. This pen is definitely my new favorite. If you're looking for a good pen I definitely recommend giving it a try.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Good but not perfect
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: M.M.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pros: * Smooth writing experience * Available in a variety of colors * Comfortable grip Cons: * Ink can bleed through thin paper Overall Staples Progel pens seem like a good option for everyday use. They are comfortable to write with and deliver bold color. However if you are looking for a pen that is guaranteed not to bleed through thin paper you may want to consider another option.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples