90
“Apple Pencil Pro is a solid upgrade for an essential iPad accessory.”
Publisher rating: 4.5/5 · 26mo ago
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Apple Pencil Pro
$129 · 2y 2m old
84
Positive consensus
Critic score · 3 publisher ratings
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Worth shortlisting if the size, storage tier and release timing fit your upgrade plan.
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Value 73Consensus84/100
Worth shortlisting if the size, storage tier and release timing fit your upgrade plan.
Lifecycle2y 2m old
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Value score73/100
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Core product facts
- Starting price
- $129
- Released
- May 15, 2024 (2y 2m old)
- Product family
- Pro
- Category
- Accessories
Buying context
- Review coverage
- 3 critic reviews
- Value score
- 73/100
- Buying call
- Shortlist
Review takeaways
Apple Pencil Pro Upgrade
The Apple Pencil Pro is an essential iPad accessory, offering a solid upgrade for creative users seeking enhanced functionality.
Critics agree on
Essential accessorySolid performanceCreative toolProductivity enhancement
Best for
Creative professionalsiPad Pro usersDigital artists
Watch-outs
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Basic stylus needs
- Existing Pencil users (if current model suffices)
Decision
- Consider for creative work
- Upgrade if features appeal
Review confidence
How confident is the review picture?
Publisher ratings
3
Median score
80
Full review links
3
Score range
80-90
Publisher rating distribution
Positive
3
Mixed
0
Negative
0
Highest-rated review
“Apple Pencil Pro is a solid upgrade for an essential iPad accessory.”
iMore · 90
Lowest-rated review
“Without a doubt, the Apple Pencil is one of my most used creative tech tools. It is in my hands more than any other stylus and these days even more than my analogue pens and pencils.”
Creative Bloq · 80
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