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. Rollerball pens offer the convenience of a ballpoint pen with the smooth feel of a fountain pen. Gel pens are types of rollerball 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 the 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 3,031 different pens for you to choose from. We’ve gathered 446,991 different reviews from leading brands, colors, and types of pens. Below, you’ll find the best pens at Staples:
- Pilot Better Ball Point Pens, Fine Point, Black, 12/Pack (35011) - 4.9 stars, 93 customer reviews
- Pilot Better Ball Point Pens, Fine Point, Blue, 12/Pack (36011) - 4.9 stars, 93 customer reviews
- Pilot Better Ball Point Pens, Fine Point, Red, 12/Pack (37011) - 4.9 stars, 93 customer reviews
- Pilot Varsity Fountain Pen, Medium Point, Blue Ink (SV4B-BLU-BC) - 4.9 stars, 12 customer reviews
- Vera Bradley Kaleidoscope Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Black Ink (195783) - 4.9 stars, 8 customer reviews
The Leading Pen Brands At Staples
Looking for a specific pen brand? Out of 92 pen brands, the selections listed below were voted by Staples customers as the best pen brands:
- Pep Rally Pens - 4.9 star average rating, 1 Pens available
- Avery Pens - 4.8 star average rating, 3 Pens available
- Fisher Space Pen Pens - 4.8 star average rating, 1 Pens available
The Top Types Of Pens
With a collection of over 10 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:
- Felt Pen type - 4.6 star average rating, 19,677 customer reviews
- Rollerball Pen type - 4.6 star average rating, 67,058 customer reviews
- Gel Pen type - 4.6 star average rating, 164,443 customer reviews
The top 5 Lowest Priced Pens
At Staples, you can find the best deals on pens, starting as low as $0.92. Take a look through the options below:
- MMF Industries™ Standard Ballpoint Refill in Retail Package, Black Ink 3.1 stars, 40 customer reviews
- Uni Rollerball Pen, Micro Point, Black Ink (60151) 3.1 stars
- MMF Industries™ Standard Ballpoint Refill in Retail Package, Blue Ink 3.1 stars, 40 customer reviews
- BIC Cristal UP Ballpoint Pen, Assorted Ink, 6 Pack (MSUPAP61-AST) 4.2 stars, 12 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:
- Preventa Pens: Average price $4.86
- Pep Rally Pens: Average price $4.99
- Cynthia Rowley Pens: Average price $4.99
The Most Affordable Types Of Pens
At Staples you can find 10 different types of pens. The most affordable types of pens available are:
- Counter Top Pens - 3.8 star average rating, 404 customer reviews
- Felt Pens - 4.6 star average rating, 19,677 customer reviews
- Gel Pens - 4.6 star average rating, 164,443 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, Fine Point, Black, 12/Pack (31020) - 4.7 stars, 3,986 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, 0.5mm, Extra Fine Point, Black, 12/Pack (31002) - 4.7 stars, 3,986 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Bold Point, Black, 12/Pack (31256) - 4.7 stars, 3,986 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Roller Pens, Extra Fine Point, Red, 12/Pack (31004) - 4.7 stars, 3,986 customer reviews
- Pilot G2 Premium Extra Fine Point Retractable Gel Roller Pens, 0.5mm, Blue, 12/Pack (31003) - 4.7 stars, 3,986 customer reviews
The Most Popular Pen Brands
Over 446,991 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, 148,069 customer reviews
- Paper Mate Pens - 4.5 star average rating, 41,731 customer reviews
- BIC Pens - 4.3 star average rating, 38,288 customer reviews
Popular Pen Types At Staples.com
Find out what Staples customers liked most about 10 types of pens. The most popular pens available based on 446,991 are:
- Gel Pen types - 4.6 star average rating, 164,443 customer reviews
- Ballpoint Pen types - 4.4 star average rating, 104,626 customer reviews