Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - ProGel Retractable Gel Pen, Bold Point, 1.0mm, 36 Pack - Blue Ink
Average customer rating
4.5
(483 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 483 reviews
5 Stars
347
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, 36 Pack - Blue Ink
Customer Rating
4
Works well good value
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: Mlee1129
from Cranford
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great pen does everything you'd expect from a red gel pen. It writes almost identically compared to another red gel pen that I have but this pen is cheaper. It writes smoothly and the ink flows evenly. The color is a nice bright red. It writes well on regular paper surfaces but smears on some. But the ink writes well on all the surfaces I'd expect a gel pen to write on. The cushioned grip is nice and comfortable and the retractable style pen is great for me as I hate losing pen caps. I also like the transparent pen barrel which lets me easily see if the pen ink is running low.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Pen
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: Dorit
from Las Vegas
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I LOVE the Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pens. I got the Fine Point 0.7mm in red - and they write like a dream. It's my favorite pen to use. The color is great and the grip on the pen makes it easy to hold and is very comfortable. I like making lists and keeping track of notes during meetings rather than anything that is digitally generated so I'm always looking for great pens that hold well and are comfy to write with for extended periods. The fine point is just that and the ink doesn't leak out like some. It's smooth and easy to use and I'm a fan of these pens. Most fine point pens I've purchased have a top and the fact that these are retractable make them even better. Easy peasy - worth trying!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
New favorite gen pen
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: C.F.
from Austin
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are my new go-to pens! I love when the ink of a pen flows evenly and and boldly on the page. The ink in these pens are so consistent and create beautiful bold lines that can be easily read. They are also really well made and sturdy and the ergonomic grip is a nice touch! I’ve got them spread out around the house for work kitchen lists and journaling. I love a gel pen for everyday use and I hope they make them in more colors!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth and excellent pens
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: Roseg
from Roseville
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens have quickly become a new favorite! I’m picky with my pens - they must be smooth and reliable and typically I prefer an ultra-fine tip. I like that these ProGel pens are just slightly thicker. It makes the red ink easier to read while still being fine and not bulky. The grip on the pen makes it very comfortable to hold even for longer periods of time. I also appreciate that the tip is retractable so that I don’t need to keep track of a cap! I have had no issues with the ink smearing like gel pens sometimes do. Overall I’m super impressed by the quality and I will be adding more pens from this line to my collection in the future!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Excellent pen
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: R.L.
from Nash
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love the Staples ProGel pen! The red color is bold and easy to read. It writes really well well and so far it hasn’t smuggled at all. This pen is on the finer side but not so fine it’s hard to write with. I appreciate the triangular size
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Really great bold
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: K.A.
from Woodland
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Okay this was a really awesome bold gel pen! Here’s what I loved. The look of the pen itself is nice and sleek. The 1.0mm boldness was perfect for my heavy-handed writing style and the ink dries quickly (a must for me!). It felt good in my hand and had a nice click to it. The only thing that had me dock a star is that it wasn’t as smooth of a glide as I want/need from a gel pen. I primarily use it in a journal I keep at work and felt that the “glideability” was a 4/5.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Great pens
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: C.B.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens are great to write with. The grip is comfortable. I like the bold tip. They write smoothly. They compare to one of my favorite brands of gel pens. They feel like they are made with quality materials. Good job Staples!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth as silk
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: K.W.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens amazed me for the cost. These pens compare equally to more expensive brands and I will absolutely get more when these run out. The 1.0 tip is nice and thick the roller ball never stops rolling and I haven’t seen any leaks or globs of ink in my use as a nurse. My favorite part of the pen is the shape it fits perfectly in my fingers and doesn’t make my hand sore.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples