Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Bold Point, 1.0mm, Dozen - Red Ink
Average customer rating
4.5
(484 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 484 reviews
5 Stars
348
4 Stars
78
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
14
1 Star
16
77%of customers recommend this product.
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23 out of
30)
Customer Reviews for Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Bold Point, 1.0mm, Dozen - Red Ink
Customer Rating
5
Smooth glide
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: KimP
from Durham
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the pen that proves not all pens function the same. I generally believe that a pen is a pen but I was surprised at how noticable the difference is between this and my go-to basic pen. Smooth writing ergonomic and consistent flow. I'm now convinced I need to upgrade all my pens!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Comfortable to Write With
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: Anna G
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pens are high quality pens that are very comfortable to write with. The ink comes out easily although once in a while it will miss some ink when writing with it. The blue ink is bold in color and dries very quickly. Even rubbing the ink after using the pen right away it did not smudge at all. These pens are a great value for the price.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Super smooth
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: L.D.
from Martinez
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens are incredibly smooth to write with. The .7 mm size is perfect for marking up documents or writing lists. The ink color is vibrant without being too bright a classic red. The pens appear to have a lot of ink so I expect they will last a long time. They’re easy to click on and off and the grip is comfortable. I’m a lefty and the ink really doesn’t smear either which is a huge bonus for me.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Ergonomic and Comfortable
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: J.S.
from Brookfield
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm seriously impressed with these Staples ProGel Ret retractable gel pens! The 1.0mm bold point is awesome – it lays down a rich blue line that really stands out making my notes and anything I write super clear. They're incredibly comfortable to write with too. The ergonomic grip feels great in my hand so even during long writing sessions my hand doesn't get tired. But what I love most is how smooth the ink flows and how vibrant the blue color is. It just glides on the paper! Plus the retractable design is super convenient. These pens are definitely my new favorite for getting things down on paper.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
3
Theyre great til theyre not
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: A.B.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First impression it’s your average gel pen; writes really well. Provided very smooth glides with plenty of ink. Then I thought I love this pen! I’m going to use it in the Father’s Day arts and crafts with my kids… it started to get patchy ink spots halfway I gasped! I had to give it good shake tried again didn’t work! I even licked the pen tip and still nothing! I had to find a fine lined pen in a jiffy to finish my project I was very sad about it. I loved the bold point I prefer a thicker bolder font as it is easier to read too! The bold point was my favorite part. The ergonomic grip is a great touch for those of us who prefer taking notes ’long hand’.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
LOVE these pens
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: Lulubird
from St. Charles
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love these pins! Being a brand of pen I had not used before I was hesitant on the quality I would be receiving. My expectations were blown out of the water! The pen writes VERY smoothly and I love the pins boldness. I have been using one pen for a few weeks now and have not had any issues with the ink skipping or running out. Very nice quality and I highly recommend! I even have my husband now using one since he borrowed mine one day and attempted to steal it because he liked it so much!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth Ink Flow with Comfortable Grip
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: C.B.
from Tulsa
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The pen had a smooth run of ink flowing as you write leaving all letters the same depth of ink and darkness. The grip made it comfortable in your hand and has a no slip aspect to the rubber. As with most gel pens they can smudge after writing this was not the case. The ink seemed to dry quickly. I enjoyed using this pen and will happily continue to do so.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Pens
on June 11, 2025
Posted by: TB
from Holbrook
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I gravitate towards to bold tip pens because I like the way they write and these pens did not disappoint! The grip is nice and comfortable and they write extremely well and smoothly. Would definitely buy again!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples