Pens
Choose the Smooth Flow of Fountain and Ballpoint Pens
Fountain pens were more common in the early 20th century but are still appreciated by writers who prefer the smooth, expressive writing that flowing ink allows. The thickness of the ink flow is determined by the size of the nibs, which can be purchased separately. Some fountain pens offer refillable reservoirs or ink cartridges. Ballpoint pens, which dispense ink through a small ball, are far more common today and are reliable and fast drying. Roller ball pens offer the convenience of a ballpoint pen with the smooth feel of a fountain pen. Gel pens are types of roller ball pens that are available in a broad range of colors and styles, including metallic, neon, pastel and glitter.
Opt for Bold Felt-Tip Pens
A felt-tip pen, also known as a marker, is composed of a fiber tip, which makes it useful for writing on surfaces such as boxes and whiteboards as well as for coloring and drawing pictures. Colorful felt pens are often designed for specific purposes. Fine red markers are useful for making corrections and edits. Neon-colored transparent ink highlighters allow the user to highlight text. Thick permanent markers are ideal for making large signs or labeling moving boxes.
The Right Tip to Fit Your Task
Writing tasks can vary from small print text to large signage. Fine-tip points ensure precision and clear, readable print, so they're ideal for writing notes, memos and checks. Opt for a broad tip for bolder lines. Staples offers pen point sizes ranging from 0.3 mm to 1.6 mm.
Security Ink and Leak-Free DesignsOffer Peace of Mind
Taking a pen on a plane could leave a messy surprise when you open your bag at the end of a flight. Airplane-safe pens are engineered to prevent leaks when pressure changes. For a sense of security, choose a pen with ink that bonds with the paper, protecting you from document and check fraud. Acid-free ink will ensure that the ink does not discolor with time, making it ideal for archival work. Fade and water-resistant ink will last despite weather and exposure.
Choose Additional Features for Comfort and Convenience
When you're writing for hours on end, the shape of the pen grip can make a world of difference. Opt for a rubberized, hourglass or ergonomic handle for control and comfort. Retractable pens make it easy to prevent your pen from drying out when you take a break from writing. Opt for an erasable pen so you don't have to create a mess by crossing out your mistakes. Stock your whole office with a variety of multipacks to ensure you're always ready to write.
The Best Pens At Staples
Whether you’re looking for a pen to write in your notebook, journal, homework, or other places, Staples has more than 2,364 different pens for you to choose from. We’ve gathered 342,337 different reviews from leading brands, colors, and types of pens. Below, you’ll find the best pens at Staples:
- BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium 1.0 mm, Assorted, 60/Pack (GSM609-AST) - 4.9 stars, 43 customer reviews
- uni-ball® VISION Stick Rollerball Pen, 0.7 mm Fine, Majestic Purple, 12/pk (60382) - 4.9 stars, 15 customer reviews
- Sharpie Roller Rollerball Pen, Needle Point, Black Ink, Dozen (2093225) - 4.9 stars, 26 customer reviews
- Paper Mate Profile Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, Assorted Inks, 4/Pack (2095469) - 4.9 stars, 24 customer reviews
- Pilot Precise Gel Retractable Recycled Rolling Ball Pens, Fine Point, Red, 12/Pack (15003) - 4.9 stars, 29 customer reviews
The Leading Pen Colors
Staples customers choose from 17 different pen colors. Get the best pen color that works for you, whether it’s for school homework, work notes, or for downtime.
- Purple Pens - 4.6 star average rating, 13,529 customer reviews
- Green Pens - 4.6 star average rating, 10,708 customer reviews
- Red Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 56,260 customer reviews
The Leading Pen Brands At Staples
Looking for a specific pen brand? Out of 93 pen brands, the selections listed below were voted by Staples customers as the best pen brands:
- Avery Pens - 4.8 star average rating, 3 Pens available
- Fisher Space Pen Pens - 4.8 star average rating, 1 Pens available
- Microsoft Pens - 4.8 star average rating, 2 Pens available
The Top Types Of Pens
With a collection of over 14 types of pens that you can use for writing, marking, scheduling, and more, we found that customers gave the highest ratings to below pen types:
- Retractable Gel Pen type - 4.7 star average rating, 4,007 customer reviews
- Felt Pen type - 4.6 star average rating, 18,506 customer reviews
- Rollerball Pen type - 4.6 star average rating, 63,029 customer reviews
The top 5 Lowest Priced Pens
At Staples, you can find the best deals on pens, starting as low as $1.63. Take a look through the options below:
- Staples® Comfort Stic® Ballpoint Pens Med 1.0MM, Black 12PK (29236) 4.5 stars, 83 customer reviews
- Staples® Comfort Stic® Ballpoint Pens Med 1.0MM, Blue 12PK (29239) 4.3 stars, 11 customer reviews
- Pilot EasyTouch Retractable Ball Point Pens, Medium Point, 1.0 mm, Black Ink / Clear Barrel, Each 4.7 stars, 25 customer reviews
- Staples® Comfort Stic® Ballpoint Pens Med 1.0MM, Red 12PK (29242) 4.5 stars, 12 customer reviews
- Pilot Fineliner Marker Pens, Fine Point, Black (PIL11002) 4.7 stars, 17 customer reviews
The 3 Least Expensive Colors For Pens
Want to find which pen colors are the most affordable? Out of 17 different colors available, the most affordable pen ink colors are:
- Metallic Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 35 customer reviews
- Clear Pens - 4.5 star average rating
- Red Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 56,260 customer reviews
The Most Competitively Priced Pen Brands
Trying to find an affordable pen brand? If you need bulk pens for school, the office, home, or for writing many notes, the most competitively priced pen brands you can choose from are:
- Cynthia Rowley Pens: Average price $4.99
- Sheaffer Pens: Average price $5.09
- Preventa Pens: Average price $5.38
The Most Affordable Types Of Pens
At Staples you can find 14 different types of pens. The most affordable types of pens available are:
- Refill Pens - 2.8 star average rating, 14 customer reviews
- Counter Top Pens - 3.8 star average rating, 398 customer reviews
- Retractable Ballpoint Pens - 4.1 star average rating, 54 customer reviews
The Top 5 Most Popular Pens At Staples
At Staples, you can find out many details about the pens you want. It’s important to do as much research as you can before you put pen to paper. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the five most reviewed pens at Staples:
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Ultra Fine Point, Red, 12/Pack (31279) - 4.7 stars, 3,791 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Fine Point, Blue, 12/Pack (31021) - 4.7 stars, 3,791 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Fine Point, Navy, 12/Pack (31187) - 4.7 stars, 3,791 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Fine Point, Blue, 2/Pack (31032) - 4.7 stars, 3,791 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Fine Point, Green, 12/Pack (31025) - 4.7 stars, 3,791 customer reviews
The 3 Most Popular Colors For Pens
Staples carries 17 different pen colors. You can choose the most popular pens based on ink color by our three most reviewed choices here:
- Black Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 111,176 customer reviews
- Blue Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 91,634 customer reviews
- Red Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 56,260 customer reviews
The Most Popular Pen Brands
Over 342,337 Staples customers have bought pens for school, the office, home, or other writing circumstances. The most reviewed brands are:
- Pilot Pens - 4.7 star average rating, 132,750 customer reviews
- Paper Mate Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 39,148 customer reviews
- BIC Pens - 4.3 star average rating, 35,969 customer reviews
Popular Pen Types At Staples.com
Find out what Staples customers liked most about 14 types of pens. The most popular pens available based on 342,337 are:
- Gel Pen types - 4.6 star average rating, 149,880 customer reviews
- Ballpoint Pen types - 4.4 star average rating, 96,598 customer reviews