Pilot FriXion Clicker vs Uni-ball R:E Erasable Gel Pen 0.5mm
The Pilot FriXion Clicker is the safer pick for most people: a retractable design, three tip sizes, and a large base of owners who praise smooth ink flow and clean erasing. The Uni-ball R:E is the better choice for very small, precise writing, with a 0.5 mm conical tip and a push-button lock that lets you erase hard without the pen clicking. Both use heat-sensitive erasable gel ink, so neither is suited to signatures, legal documents, or a hot car.
- Choose the Pilot FriXion Clicker if you want a retractable everyday pen with a comfortable grip, a choice of tip sizes, and a long track record of owner reviews.
- Choose the Uni-ball R:E if you write small and want a 0.5 mm extra-fine line plus a locking push button that stays put while you erase.
Prices
- Pilot FriXion Clicker: $5.97 at Amazon (last seen Nov 9)
- Uni-ball R:E Erasable Gel Pen 0.5mm: $3.00 at kawaiizaki.com (checked today)
- Difference: the Uni-ball R:E Erasable Gel Pen 0.5mm is $2.97 cheaper than the Pilot FriXion Clicker at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
