Customer reviews from Staples
Pilot - Better Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (30000)
Average customer rating
4.5
(482 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 482 reviews
5 Stars
347
4 Stars
77
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 Pilot - Better Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (30000)
Customer Rating
5
Busy Mom of 4
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Allie
from Bloomington
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am a busy homeschooling Mom of 4 and I’m really organized and intentional about the type of pen I use in my every day. I’m really particular about the way that the grip feels and the gel ink writes. I like this pen specifically because the gel dries quickly. I use it to make notes in my Bible and find that the ink doesn’t smudge or run at all. I also use it in my written planner as needed and find that it writes really smoothly. I’ve used other gel pens in the past and now gravitate toward this pen. This might seem dramatic but I just don’t have time for a mess when I’m writing with pen (I often use just pencil) and I’ve been happy with this.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Love these pens
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: M.S.
from Gillette
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a working solo parents I need to write EVERYTHING down otherwise I forget it! My To Do lists seem never-ending so it's important to me to always have a writing tool nearby to jot something down. These gel pens from Staples work wonders! They write so smoothly and dry quickly. I did not experience any smearing and the letters had clear beginnings and ends - the ink didn't drag from one letter to another. This pen is super easy to hold quite comfortable and very easy to write with. I love the blue even though I'm usually more of a purple pen person. It's useful to have blue pens in my inventory so that I can fill out important paperwork. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for these pens in different colors!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Z.F.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall my impression of this gel pen is highly positive. Compared to other gel ink pens I've used this one stands out for its smooth and consistent ink flow which creates clean and precise lines without any skipping or smudging. The ink dry time is impressively quick allowing for fast-paced writing without worrying about smearing. Additionally the pen's ergonomic design makes it comfortable to hold for extended periods reducing hand fatigue during long writing sessions. What I liked most about this pen is its reliability and comfort making it a go-to choice for everyday writing tasks.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Glides as smoothly as Scott Hamilton on ice
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Tech Fleece Hoodie
from Los Angeles
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This ProGel pen is amongst the best. It glides smoothly across the paper with no kinks or skipped lines which is essential when prioritizing neatness and speed. You won't have to stop and go back over lines. It has a comfortable easy grip and does not leave indentations on your fingers. Unlike many other gel pens I did not experience any bleed through even when I purposely tried to flood the paper making it possible to write on both sides of the paper if that's your jam. The ProGel pen is quick dry but not instant so there is a very slight possibility for smearing. Be cautious lefties! The rich concentrated ink colors make it a dream for artistic use. My son has pilfered a few for his sketch book! I love this pen and will be making it my primary pen for note taking!
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
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
5
Nice pen
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: M.W.
from New Boston
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like the Staples ProGel Pen. The blue color is bright and vibrant. The ink comes out smoothly and feels good. It feels great on the hand and when you're writing it's seamless. No stops and starts just perfectly formed letters. It dries quickly but if you immediately go back and wipe it will smudge. You have to give it at least a couple seconds to dry. It doesn't take a crazy amount of pressure to eject the pen from the barrel. At first there's a little red stopped ball on the end so you either write it off or pull it off. My husband writes a lot at work and has many pens and this is his favorite so that's really saying something. It's normally the only pen he takes now and he's scared to death someone will see it and steal it or use it and steal it. He likes to keep his own to prevent the spread of germs though. Since he's been bringing his own pen he hasn't been sick near as much. The grip feels nice in your hand and molds to you. The tip size is Fine point 0.7 mm. I would definitely recommend this pen. It's my favorite right now too.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples