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Pentel

Pentel offers 3 products on QuickRatey across Office & Stationery, with an average QuickRatey score of 83.7/10 and recurring certifications including Vegan, Cruelty-Free, FSC Certified.

Score avg 83.7 3 products Price $ · $$
Pentel

Standards & certifications

Verified credentials appearing across Pentel's product range.

Vegan ×3Cruelty-Free ×3FSC Certified ×1

Score breakdown

Average scores across our scoring pillars.

  • Animal Welfare100/10
  • Environment87.7/10
  • Labor87/10
  • Sourcing81.3/10
  • Transparency72.7/10

Categories covered

Where Pentel shows up across our directory.

  • Office & Stationery3

What reviewers highlight

Strengths mentioned most often across Pentel's products.

  • ✓Smooth writing experience
  • ✓Long-lasting ink
  • ✓Convenient refills
  • ✓Minimal smudging
  • ✓The ink dries instantly which is perfect for left-handed users and fast note-takers.
  • ✓The ergonomic latex-free grip prevents hand cramps during long writing sessions.

Sustainability commitments

"Pentel prioritizes reducing environmental impact through responsible forestry practices and offering refillable gel pens."

"Constructed with recycled plastic components and designed for multi-year use via a standard refillable ink cartridge system to minimize waste."

"Part of the Recycology line; 50% recycled content in the barrel and designed for a long lifespan via ink refills."

Products from Pentel

PENTEL OPTIMAFLOW Gel Pens
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VeganCruelty-FreeFSC Certified
4.7 (1,200)

PENTEL OPTIMAFLOW Gel Pens, ideal for smooth writing and accident-free ink, worth it for office professionals seeking long-lasting gel pens.

Pentel EnerGel NV Retractable Liquid Gel Pen (Refillable)
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VeganCruelty-Free
4.8 (12,450)

The Pentel EnerGel NV Retractable Liquid Gel Pen is the best for smudge-free writing with high-performance ink that dries instantly for left-handed users.

Pentel EnerGel NV Liquid Gel Pen
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VeganCruelty-Free
4.8 (12,450)

The Pentel EnerGel NV Liquid Gel Pen is a top-tier writing instrument and is worth it for professionals seeking a smear-free, quick-drying refillable gel pen.

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Pentel — frequently asked questions

Is Pentel a good brand?

QuickRatey scores every Pentel product we track from 0–100 using Quality, Value, User Experience and Brand & Trust. The average of those scores, shown on this page, is the fastest way to judge Pentel against rivals in the same category.

How does QuickRatey rate Pentel?

Independently. We combine verifiable signals — certifications, materials, warranty and repairability, recall and controversy history, price-to-performance and aggregated owner sentiment. Brands cannot pay for a score or placement.

What are the best alternatives to Pentel?

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Where can I buy Pentel products?

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