Uni-ball R:E Erasable Gel Pen 0.5mm vs Paper Mate Erasermate Retractable

Buy the Uni-ball R:E if you want fine, dark gel lines and clean erasing for notes and sketches. Buy the Paper Mate Erasermate if you want a sturdy, refillable-feeling ballpoint that survives rough handling and writes on most paper. The R:E writes smoother and erases better, but its heat-sensitive ink fades above 140°F and can reappear in deep cold. The Erasermate is a medium 1 mm oil-based ballpoint with a rubber grip; its erasing is rougher and its line is broader.

• Choose the Uni-ball R:E if you take dense notes, draw, or need a fine 0.5 mm line you can rub out cleanly without dust or wear on the eraser.
• Choose the Paper Mate Erasermate if you want a medium 1 mm ballpoint with a rubberized grip and a pocket clip that handles everyday, rougher use.