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
4
Always love a good gel pen
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: M.J.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall I did like using these pens. They did feel a bit bulkier than others I've tried but I don't think they actually are bulkier so maybe I was actually feeling a sturdier product?! I do think they write smoothly although it seems like it may be thicker than 0.7mm on some surfaces (though I definitely did not get out a ruler to check so again this was subjective). The drying time did seem quicker than other gel pens I've used which would be the reason I'd use them again over other brands since drying time with gel is so key to not making a mess of whatever you're working on with them!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
ProGel pen
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Patti
from Apple Valley
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples ProGel pen is a smooth writing fast drying gel pen. I loved the way it feels as you are writing with it. It’s easy to hold with the cushioned bottom and glides smoothly across the paper no matter if you are printing or quickly scratching out a note or grocery list. The finer point and quick drying ink makes for a neat looking finished product. I especially liked how you could write a lengthy note without your hands getting fatigued.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Pen feels good in hands
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: StormChaser000
from Deerfield
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Historically I haven't been particular about the pens I use since I primarily rely on computers. However in my current role note-taking is frequent. While I've tried gel pens before I find the drying time of the ProGel far superior to others especially considering how I grip my pens when taking notes at a high rate of speed in meetings. Typically I don't hold a pen in the conventional manner; my hand stays closer to the paper. Consequently quick writing or excessive pressure often leads to ink smudges. Yet with the ProGel's almost instantaneous drying I haven't encountered any smudging in the several weeks since I switched to it. Moreover it's remarkably comfortable to hold. Although I don't usually pay much attention to it the grip area feels sturdy and has a pleasant non-slip texture. This makes the ProGel exceptionally comfortable to use. I also have been using it non stop and it seems like the ink (which you can see inside) has not gone down much.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Solid pen with a fantastic drying time
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: K.S.
from Greenfield
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is not my all time favorite pen but I think it's a solid option to have in my pen collection. I tend to write pretty small and this pen was too thick to write super small words - it seems to be even thicker than other .7mm pens I have. The writing is very very smooth though I appreciate that this pen doesn't randomly run out of ink for a moment and leave a blank spot like many other pens do. The thickness and vibrance of this pen did cause it to bleed through paper - on thicker paper it wasn't very noticeable but on thinner paper you can definitely see the pen on the opposite side of the page ( see photos ). My FAVORITE aspect of this pen is the drying time - the ink was dry within seconds which is amazing compared to many other pens I've used - I'll often have to leave a certain page of my planner or notebook open for 5 minutes minimum so the ink dries and doesn't smudge but I was able to write with this pen and immediately turn the page which has been much much appreciated especially during the work day. The color is great too - the tint/color and width of the line is always a consistent deep blue with no spaces from sudden lack of ink or inconsistent amount of ink. The grip is pretty comfortable - nothing super unique but the rubber is comfortable without being too thick. Overall I'd say I'd definitely recommend this pen especially if you prefer 0.7mm or thicker and/or if you're looking for quick drying time but I wouldn't put it in my top three pens of all time. I'm a graphic designer and do some illustration as well so I've tried out a lot of different pens over the years so I'm comparing this pen against a large number of other brands and styles of pens. This pen is better than many different options I've tried over the years it's just a bit too thick for my personal preference to be one of my top options.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Comfortable and Efficient Writing Utensil
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: Andrea
from Edison
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I enjoyed the ergonomics and smooth writing efficiency that I was able to achieve with this pen product. The pen glides easily through the paper while writing and the ink drying time was plenty quick. I would go as far to say that the pen might be superior in reference to similar styled pens. I thought holding this pen was pretty comfortable because the grip feature was present and allowed me to rest my fingers without putting too much pressure on it. Although it was comfortable writing with this pen I thought the gel ink could be a bit darker in form because it did bleed a bit through the paper. My overall impression of this gel pen is positive because it seems to be a great value for the type of pen it is and there's ample amount of ink to write for quite a while. I feel that this gel ink pen might be better than other gel pens because of its aesthetics and ergonomic grip. For these reasons and insights I have no qualms about recommending others in getting this pen product.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
No smear pen great for Lefties
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: LisaD
from Friendswood
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These pens actually live up to their description on the packaging. I was so excited to try them I didn’t even get a picture of the package before I ripped into it and took a pen to try it on everything. The package boasts “Ultra-smooth Quick dry Long-lasting” and I would have to say I agree with every one of these. There were no breaks in the writing any time I wrote with the pens (and I tried them all not just one). The ink was consistent and did not blotch up. The ink dried so quickly; these would be great pens for Lefties! I usually prefer my pens with a finer point but for 0.7 this is a superior pen. You can move the pen a bit slower to create a thicker line or vice versa for a thinner line. Still with no globs or splotches! The pen is easy to hold in multiple hand positions- very comfortable as well. I tested it on several types of paper and tape and it wrote clearly on everything! I definitely recommend this pen for quick note-taking left- or right-handed people and lengthy writing since the ink lasts and is so smooth.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth gel pen with comfortable grip
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: M.M.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a fan of gel pens for many years I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of the Staples Pro Gel Pen. The ink lays down well on paper and dries quickly with no smudging. The black ink is vivid and does not bleed through the variety of papers I’ve tried them on. The pen sits well in my hand due to its lightweight design. A great option for a smooth precise writing experience.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic ProGel Pens at Staples
on March 21, 2024
Posted by: P.F.
from Apex
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Have you tried the Staples ProGel Pens yet? If you haven't you definitely need to get some of your own! I am a bit of a pen snob when it comes to a good gel pen. The biggest problems I usually encounter are slow drying time smearing when I try to write on different surfaces and cramping in my fingers from having to grip the pen so hard. These pens write smoothly out of the package without having to grip hard due to an ergonomic comfort grip. They also work on different types of surfaces not just paper. The ink dried quickly was smear free on a calendar (and we know that pens usually don't work on those) and also watercolor paper. If you love to doodle like I do these pens are a must have. I
Written by a customer while visiting Staples