The stylus makes it possible for us ham-handed sorts to text much more easily. However because I wear it clipped to the collar of my T-shirt the salt in my skin eats away the paint pretty quickly.
It is small but made really well. I first bought the less expensive one for around $11 it didn't last too long. So I bought this one for $16 and it is really good it is sturdy and well made and is lasting a long time. I highly recommend it.