Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point 0.7mm, Black Ink, 5 Pack ProGel QuickDry Pens
Average customer rating
4.6
(452 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 452 reviews
5 Stars
339
4 Stars
70
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
12
1 Star
12
77%of customers recommend this product.
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23 out of
30)
Customer Reviews for Staples - Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point 0.7mm, Black Ink, 5 Pack ProGel QuickDry Pens
Customer Rating
4
Great budget option if you prefer gel pens
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: C.E.
from Hillsborough Township
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I definitely prefer gel pens over any other style so I was excited to try out the Staples ProGel Pen. I think the bold thickness of 1.0mm is absolutely perfect (I previously tried Staples ProGel 0.7mm and it's a little thinner than I like) and it really makes your writing stand out on the page - boldly! The ink is nice and smooth and the blue color is deep and saturated. I will say that the grip of the pen is not as comfortable as I would like and that's the main reason I am giving this 4 out of 5 stars in my rating. The ridges ensure that the pen won't slip between your fingers while you're writing but I would prefer a softer padding. Another reason I gave this 4 stars is because of quality control. Granted this box comes with 12 pens and is a great value especially if you work in an office where your coworkers always seem to "accidentally" walk away with your pen... because it doesn't break the bank to grab a new one! But the very first pen I grabbed from the box was missing the tiny red "cap" at the tip that prevents the ink from drying out. Sure enough that particular pen was skipping a bit because the ink had dried. Out of 12 pens in the box only one was missing the red cap and I just happened to grab the unlucky one. It's not a dealbreaker by any means and probably even expected when you buy budget pens! Lastly as you can see from my photo I wrote "smudge test" and immediately ran my finger over those words. I was pleasantly surprised that the ink did not smudge at all! I definitely expected to get a little ink on my finger or smear the words but the ink seems to dry instantly. I was very impressed. Overall I don't think I would use this as my everyday pen due to the comfort factor but I would absolutely keep a few tucked in my bag for that emergency situation when someone asks "Got a pen?"
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Smooth writing
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: M.P.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples ProGel Pen in Blue Ink Bold 1.0 mm size is just what I need for my everyday writing. The pen is easy to handle due to the size the retractable mechanism and also the comfortable grip. The ink flow was smooth without any skipping bleeding or smudging. The bold size was useful even when a smaller tip point was needed. The Staples ProGel pen is nice and I look forward to trying more colors.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Pen
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: G.C.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got the 1.0 pen and it writes bold and smooth. I have experienced smearing in other gel pens. This one is crisp and does not smear even right after writing. This is a big deal because the way I hold my pen my hand almost always makes it smear. That is a big win. It is comfortable to hold and rubber grip is perfect.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Pen
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: M.R.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Staples ProGel Retractable Gel Pen are so comfortable to write with. This pen writes so nicely and I don’t have to apply much pressure. The red ink is very pigmented. This pen is one of my favorite to use now and will continue to use it for note taking. I like that the ink dries quickly and doesn’t smear. It’s a great pen!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth writing
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: JennyFromOregon
from Grants Pass
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My Staples ProGel retractable gel pen (red ink) is my favorite writing pen for everyday use. I use it daily at work because the ink writes smoothly and cleanly and does not smudge. I keep the pen in my pocket and the retractable feature stops the pen from leaking which is a must! The comfortable grip makes it easy to write with and the ink quality is excellent and vibrant. I really like the clip on the pen which makes it easy to keep handy on my pocket. It is a high quality writing pen and I highly recommend it!!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Just may become a writter
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: A.Y.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am always reluctant to try a new pen. With having arthritis and most likely some sensory issues I am beyond picky in the instruments I choose to write with. Given my recent experience with this ProGel 1.0 mm pen though I Just may become a writer. The ProGel fits in my hand nicely and allows for a secure grip without feeling overly bulky. It is a nice weight and rest comfortably! The gel ink flows smoothly with no sounds of scratching on the paper or the sensation of pulling that I have felt with others. The lines are thick and legible! Due to my limited dexterity my hand is prone drag is terribly and I have ruined a few papers with smudging or ink drags. This gel ink dries fast does not bleed through and has not smudged once. I have tried this pen on my most sensitive papers (bible pages) and on the dreaded rough faced construction paper. It did not rip the fine paper and it handled the paper fibers of the construction paper like a pro!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Smooth writing experience with vivid ink
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: M.M.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am picky when it comes to my writing utensils and 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 blue ink is vivid and dark and as a left-handed person it does not smear as I write across the page. A great option for a precise smooth writing experience.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Better than the old fave
on November 23, 2024
Posted by: Missmess
from Renton
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my pens despite doing a lot of computer work and I absolutely love a bold rich gel pen. I used to have an old go-to brand but when using the 1.0’s I’ve noticed the quality decrease with lots of leaking and smudging. I was skeptical of a store brand though until I tried these. Honestly they are way better- very little smudging and no inkey fingers afterwards. Smooth bold lines. The grip is even a little more comfortable with the triangular design. I can say I’ll be switching out my pen cup for more of these!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples