Styluses for writing, drawing and navigating touchscreens on tablets, laptops, smartphones and interactive displays. Our range has over 250 models, led by Lenovo, Samsung, ASUS and Acer.
You will find both active pens and simpler universal styluses.
How to choose a stylus
Compatibility. An active stylus usually works only with certain devices, so check the exact model of your tablet or laptop first. Our range includes styluses for Samsung, Lenovo, ASUS, HP and Apple devices, as well as some universal models.
Active or passive. A passive stylus acts like a finger: it needs no pairing or battery, but it is not suited to fine handwriting. An active stylus detects pressure and lets you rest your palm on the screen, so it is the better choice for handwriting and drawing.
Pressure sensitivity and buttons. For drawing, the number of pressure levels and tilt detection matter, while a simpler model is enough for notes. A button on the barrel is handy for erasing or taking screenshots.
Power and tips. Some active styluses use a replaceable battery, others are rechargeable, sometimes magnetically on the device itself. Tips wear down, so check whether spares are available for the model you choose.
Stylus brands in our range
- Lenovo: makes active pens for its Yoga, ThinkPad and Tab devices, and has the most styluses in our range.
- Samsung: known for the S Pen, which is designed for Galaxy tablets and some Galaxy phones.
- ASUS: offers styluses for its tablets and touchscreen laptops.
- Acer, Dell and HP: their styluses are mostly designed for each maker's own touchscreen 2-in-1 laptops.
- Microsoft: the Surface Pen is made for Surface tablets and laptops.
- Apple: the Apple Pencil is made for iPad, and different generations suit different iPad models.
- Hama: a German manufacturer known for mobile and computer accessories.
Also in our range: Panasonic, ZAGG and Tucano.
Frequently asked questions about styluses
Will any stylus work with my tablet?
No, not every stylus will. Passive styluses work on most touchscreens, but active ones work only with devices that support their technology. Check your tablet model and the list of compatible pens from the manufacturer before buying.
What is the difference between an active and a passive stylus?
An active stylus contains electronics and communicates with the screen, so it detects pressure and sometimes tilt. A passive stylus simply replaces your finger, which suits browsing and basic taps. For handwriting or drawing, an active stylus is the better option.
Does a stylus need charging?
It depends on the model. Passive styluses need no power, some active ones use a replaceable battery, and others are rechargeable or charge on the device. The product description states which type each model is.
How do I know if a stylus will work with my laptop?
First check that the laptop has a touchscreen and that its maker lists stylus support. Not every touchscreen laptop works with an active stylus. The safest option is a stylus from the same manufacturer, made for your laptop series.
