Does it work with my iPad?

It fits iPads from 2018 on: iPad 6th–11th Gen, iPad Air 3rd Gen and later, iPad Pro 11" and 12.9" (3rd Gen and later), and iPad Mini 5th Gen and later. It does not work with older iPads, iPhones or Android tablets.

Do I need to pair it over Bluetooth?

No. Double-click the button on the rounded end to turn it on and off. The pen works without an app.

Does it support pressure sensitivity?

No. It has tilt sensitivity, which changes line thickness by angle, but pressing harder does not change line weight.

How long does the battery last and how do I charge it?

It runs up to about 10 hours and charges over USB-C. It powers off after 5 minutes idle to save battery.

What comes in the box?

The pencil, a USB-C charging cable and three extra tips.

How is it different from the Apple Pencil?

It costs less and covers palm rejection, tilt and magnetic attach, but it lacks pressure sensitivity and Apple Pencil pairing features.

Where is the GATATOL iPad Pencil cheapest?

At Walmart, for $14.90, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the GATATOL iPad Pencil?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 74 ratings.

GATATOL iPad Pencil

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What reviewers say

4.8 / 574 ratings

With 74 ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5, owners are largely positive. They praise smooth writing, palm rejection and the battery display for the money. Complaints center on the lack of pressure sensitivity and the manual power button.

What people mention

Writing feelPraisedOwners describe smooth, low-lag writing that suits notes and handwriting.
Palm rejectionPraisedReviewers say they can rest their hand on the screen without stray marks.
BatteryPraisedThe LED display and long runtime are called out as convenient.
Pressure sensitivityCriticisedBuyers note it cannot vary line weight by pressing harder, unlike the Apple Pencil.
Power buttonMixedSome find the end button simple; others forget to switch it off.
CompatibilityMixedA few buyers were unsure which iPad generations it fits before ordering.

About the GATATOL iPad Pencil

The GATATOL iPad Pencil is a stylus for iPads from 2018 and later. It has palm rejection, so you can rest your hand on the screen while you write. Tilt sensing adjusts line thickness based on the angle of the pen, for sketching and note-taking.

It attaches magnetically to the side of the iPad for storage. A digital LED battery display shows the charge level. Double-click the button on the rounded end to turn it on or off. It powers off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.

It charges through USB-C and runs for up to 10 hours. It is not compatible with iPads made before 2018, iPhones, Android devices or Microsoft devices.

Color

White

Battery life

Up to 10 hours

Charging port

USB-C

Battery display

Digital LED

Auto-sleep

After 5 minutes of inactivity

Power on/off

Double-click the button on the rounded end