The best iPad stylus of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Adonit Note+2 tech specs: Weight: 0.49 ounces | Battery life: 8 hours | Palm rejection: Yes | Tilt recognition: Yes

Aside from the Apple Pencil, the Adonit Note+2 stylus is the only other stylus with pressure sensitivity, making it an excellent runner-up option in case you don’t want to shell out $129 on the Apple Pencil. 

I went hands-on with the Adonit Note+2 and it impressed me in various ways. First, the accuracy and responsiveness when writing is exceptional. When I was writing notes in the Notes app, it was seamless and scratched my itch for writing pen to paper. 

The Adonit Note+2 also comes with three interchangeable tips depending if you are someone who draws, writes, or sketches. As a writer, I preferred the medium tip, but changing out the tips were super easy. 

The customizable shortcuts also make it easy to access the functions you use the most in certain apps. Users liked the pressure sensitivity perfect for drawing and detailed work, but noted some connectivity issues. 

You can even seamlessly adhere it to the side of your iPad since, like the Apple Pencil, it also magnetically attaches.