The Apple Pencil 2 isn't exactly a replacement for the original Apple Pencil, but instead is an updated version for the higher-end iPads. If you want a tool for digital art but are not yet sold on buying an iPad, then our guide to the best drawing tablets is worth a read, and we also have a handy guide to the best power banks – as digital drawing can be very power-intensive. If you're determined not to use Apple's own stylus, then our guide to the best Apple Pencil alternatives will be of help as we have even more options from third-party manufacturers. You can also scroll to the bottom of this article for our pointers on what to look for when selecting a stylus, as well as some information on which Apple Pencil works with which iPad, as this can get more than a little confusing. That's why in this guide we've included a broad selection of syluses, including both Apple's own and a host of third-party alternatives. If all you're going to do with your stylus is jot down a few notes, browse the internet and maybe play a few games, then you absolutely don't need to pay Apple Pencil money – something much cheaper will do the job. Any Apple Pencil, even the older version, comes with a significant price tag, and there are lots of cheaper third-party alternatives if you don't need the cutting edge in terms of functionality.

Offering the most sophisticated and intuitive drawing experience possible on an iPad, these pressure-sensitive pens are the best your money can buy.īut that's just it – money. We'll get this out of the way – and sorry for the spoiler – but the absolute best stylus you can buy for an iPad is going to be one of Apple's own, the Apple Pencil or its recent 2nd-generation, the Apple Pencil 2.

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