STAEDTLER Triplus Fineliner Pens Set (20 Pack) - 20 Vibrant Colors, 0.3mm Metal-Clad Tip, Ergonomic Triangular Barrel, Standing Easel Case

I have been a Stabilo user for the past 7 years, and recently found these pens on Amazon while looking for a new set of Stabilos as most colors of my current set are dead (due to years of usage, not that there's anything wrong with them). Seeing the great reviews, I thought I'd try out this new brand, trusting it because my experience tells me German pens = quality. And mainly because Stabilo was not sold from Amazon, but these were, with free shipping too :)I was disappointed when I first received them, because the gray body color looked bleak to someone who is used to the vibrant orange of Stabilo, and I felt that the writing experience (I write a lot with these pens) was inferior to Stabilo's, it felt more rough where Stabilo glides on the paper. I kept on using these anyway, and I don't know what happened in between, but now I use and like Staedtler at least as much as Stabilo. Some comparisons:+ After getting used to Staedtler, I can still feel that Stabilo writes more smoothly, but you would not notice the difference unless you are a pen enthusiast :)+ I tend to hold pens close to perpendicular to the paper while writing. This makes the tip of the Stabilo pens turn flat, over a very short amount of time. Staedtler pens also became thicker, but not as much as Stabilo, so I count it more durable to misuse. If you hold your pens like most normal people do, neither brand's tip will change shape.+ Stabilo pens show slightly less on the other side of the paper. Both brands are pretty bad (but nowhere as bad as Uniball) when it comes to this issue, especially with the dark colors. With the light colors and some properly thick (not out of the ordinary, but not exceptionally thin) paper, it is hardly noticeable unless you press hard.+ I personally prefer the tone of the Stabilo pens more. I don't know why Staedtler has such a bright shiny orange, I don't like orange much as a color but orange Stabilo was one of my favorites, it is a perfect shade. The blue tones of Staedtler are all too dark or too light (even though the caps don't look like that), Stabilo has a perfect medium blue tone. Stabilo also has a beautiful lavender, grass green and pale pink/orange, unlike Staedtler which has none of those colors and has more generic blue and green tones. The only color Staedtler has superior to Stabilo is the dark rich purple that the Stabilo was missing. About half of the colors, like reds, a couple of blues and greens, grays, pink and browns are almost the same in both brands.+ Staedtler pens have clips on the caps which is useful when carrying them around, you can hang them to notebooks, documents, etc. Stabilo doesn't have this.+ Stabilo is 0.4mm finelines and Staedtler 0.3mm. I have not actually taken a ruler and magnifier and measured them, but their thickness is equal to my eye most of the time, except for the Staedtler pens I barely ever used, and in some cases my Stabilos have a finer tip. It depends on the user, but I prefer finer tips because my handwriting is very small, I think even the 0.3mm pens are too thick sometimes. Note that when you first get them, either brand, they're super fine, but with a few weeks of usage, they WILL get thicker. You decide if this is good or bad.+ The design of Stabilo is more unique and colorfully fun in my opinion, whereas Staedtler could probably be called more professional looking due to it being gray.+ The case of the Staedtler is one I haven't seen from Stabilo, might be useful, but I like my pens being scattered around so I've abandoned it. Tried it out a couple of times, holds the pens well and easy to take the pens out and put back in after using them.All in all, Staedtler turned out great, and since they're newer and thus write better than my Stabilos which are all 7-4 years old, I've been using Staedtler most of the time except for the colors they lack. I use these pens for everything, from grocery lists to copying down notes in class, doing homework, very useful to prepare cheat sheets, drawing and inking (as a hobby, not professionally) and just randomly for playing around. In my opinion, everyone who wants more than bland old BIC pens should own at least a basic red-blue-black set of either Staedtler or Stabilo. They're inexpensive, gorgeous, and high quality. I will keep on buying the same pens in both brands as mine get old and run out. Highly recommended.

Staedtler Triplus Fineliner Pens in a pack of 10 offer a range of vibrant colors and are designed for precision and comfort. Each pen features a fine tip that produces clean, consistent lines, making them ideal for detailed work, writing, and drawing. The pens have a triangular ergonomic grip, ensuring comfortable handling during extended use. The ink is long-lasting and quick-drying, reducing smudging and ensuring a neat finish. These pens are perfect for artists, students, and professionals seeking reliable and colorful writing tools.

These pens are AWESOME!! I love using them for everything!!!!!!

I love these pens! They don’t bleed which is great! I love writing with very fine pens and these are perfect. There are so many options in colors and feel great on the hand. The colors are what they look like. This is my second time buying this brand and I would buy again!

I was looking for markers for an art project where I needed the ink to dry immediately on the page so that it wouldn't smear or bleed when I went over the ink just milliseconds later. These passed my test! Phenomenal precision and drying time. No blobs or smears as with other pens and markers. Very comfortable pen to hold for a long time in your hand - triangle shaped. Also a great balance of colors-not too heavy or too light in any one area for the number of pens provided. Love the way the carrying case unfolds to create a convenient tray in which to keep your pens while working.I have only one criticism. It seems to me that the ink dried out very quickly in several lighter colored pens, even though I don't think I used these more than others. This is annoying because I don't see an option where I can buy these pens individually in just the color I need. So, that means replacing the entire set. I should note that these pens can sit out uncapped for a couple of days and will not dry out (the company advertises this to be true and I tried it with a color I knew I wouldn't use much). But I kept them capped and still saw some colors run out of ink very quickly. For that reason, I have to give these truly great pens a 4 instead of a 5.EDIT: Just wanted to edit this review. I found out each color can be purchased separately. More expensive per marker, but a great deal if you use certain colors a lot more than others. Given you can buy the markers individually, I'm giving these markers a 5, not 4, in the rating!

The Staedtler Triplus Fineliner Pens are a great choice if you like smooth, precise lines and vibrant colors. This pack of 10 has a nice range of colors that are great for writing, drawing, and coloring. The pens are comfortable to hold, thanks to their slim, lightweight design, and the fine tip makes them perfect for detailed work. The ink doesn’t smear or bleed through most papers, so they’re great for journals and planners. Plus, they have a dry-safe feature, so they won’t dry out quickly if left uncapped for a bit. Overall, they’re reliable and high-quality pens that add some color to your projects.

I use these for coloring pages to do very fine detail work, like drawing wood grain. They work perfectly. I love the grip and the ease of use.

I really enjoy using these pens. Soft and great colors.The product came just in time before the holiday. Thanks!