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Microsoft Surface Pen for Surface Pro 4 Silver
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
875
Old Reviews
439
Unverified
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Product Reliability
44worked, months, working, stopped working, lost
+41%
-59%
" ... Unfortunately it stopped working after 4 months. ... "
" ... My pen doesn't pair anymore. ... "
" ... Broke after a week ... "
" ... The eraser stopped working because of faulty contacts within the pen. ... Before that I had already bought a SP3 pen to replace the broken original pen and that broke within about a year too. ... "
" ... I've had this pen for 4 months, but I've only used it for a month and it has quit working even though I've taken great care of it and haven't dropped it at all . ... "
" ... The pen worked for a while, then all of a sudden stopped working. ... "
" ... Only had it for a few months (bought in April 2017). ... Worked just fine until tonight when it started delaying input like crazy. ... "
" ... It would write okay, but would not erase. ... "
Device Compatibility
43surface pro 3, surface, surface pro 4, paired, pen
+79%
-21%
" ... I have the iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil, and while the iPad Pro is a killer tablet, I don't particularly care for the Apple Pencil. ... "
" ... Really like this when using as a tablet. ... "
" ... Had no problems with connecting it via Bluetooth and the extra tips are a great bonus ... "
" ... Love this one so much better than the one that came with the computer. ... "
" ... Paired nicely with my pro 4. ... "
" ... It is a Microsoft Pen - It works well on the SP4 Pro. ... "
" ... Paired instantly with my 2017 Surface Pr, and works like a charm. ... "
" ... Works with my hp spectre. ... "
Marketplace
29described, works as expected, new, amazon, works
+86%
-14%
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Just as described! ... "
" ... Item came as described. ... "
" ... This is a replacement for a lost original. ... "
" ... I purchased it new at a much better price than used and new from other sellers. ... "
" ... So much better than the original!! ... "
" ... Also the amazon price is much better than the price direct from the Microsoft Store. ... "
" ... Product works as described. ... "
Battery Life
27batteries, pen, aaaa, dead, replacing
+26%
-74%
" ... So i went and bought new batteries (AAAA batteries-a strange size), still did not work. ... "
" ... I tried replacing the battery but it still doesn't work. ... "
" ... I ordered new batteries but that didn’t fix the issue. ... "
" ... Since the box came as listed- open- I figured the pen was not turning on due to a dead battery. ... I replaced the battery. ... "
" ... arrived with dead battery. ... "
" ... The pen no longer turns on or recognizes my computer, even after changing batteries. ... "
" ... It was brand new and sealed in a Microsoft case, however it would not switch on even after replacing the AAAA battery. ... "
" ... I take notes every day for 3 hours, 5 tines a week. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
25surface, love this pen, surface pro 3, stylus, pro 3 pen
+96%
-4%
" ... Love my blue surface pen! ... "
" ... This pen works well, and has a good touch and feel. ... "
" ... Love this pen! ... "
" ... Definitely better than the Surface Pro 3 pen, but not the Wacom pen. ... "
" ... The eraser is also a bonus over the last gen. Love it! ... "
" ... Great surface pen! ... "
" ... I loved this pen! ... "
" ... I love this pen! ... "
Controls
22eraser, pen, buttons, right click, click
+36%
-64%
" ... If I click the button on the back it opens up Microsoft one note still but the tip won't work. ... "
" ... i changed the battery, now only the top button works and not the writing end. ... "
" ... The pen was obviously exposed to humidity, though, it has oxide and plaque all over the contacts, the button. ... "
" ... Seems like a bait and switch. ... "
" ... Well it did respond to the eraser button but nothing else. ... "
" ... Tried every button combination, no luck. ... "
" ... The buttons, the tip, the end cap, the clip, all gray. ... "
" ... The eraser end button still launches OneNote (which I never use) but the tip is totally non-functioning. ... "
Design
21surface, black, blue, silver, gorgeous
+90%
-10%
" ... The pen looked beautiful, not like a refurbish or used item, aside from the nib. ... "
" ... Looks even better in real life ... "
" ... love the black over the silver ... "
" ... Gorgeous blue colour and works perfectly. ... "
" ... The look, the feel, the added functions, overall a great upgrade from the old pen but at the same time, it may be smarter just to wait to buy the new Surface and get the latest pen with it. ... "
" ... awesome, and its black, now my girlfriend cant steal it and say its hers cause hers is silver. ... "
" ... I love that about it because it really feels premium. ... The blue color is very nice as well and matches my blue surface type cover! ... "
" ... It feels great. ... The pen I tried out in the store seemed to have a more rubbery-feeling eraser. ... "
Comfort
21feels, tips, pencil, writing, tip
+95%
-5%
" ... Pressure and writing is perfect, so I'm totally satisfied with my purchase! ... "
" ... In addition, I find the Pencil's tip glides too easily. ... The Surface Pen has just the right amount of resistance, and it comes with several interchangeable tips, so you can customize the feel of the Pen on screen. ... The pen has enough weight that it feels good, without feeling too heavy. ... "
" ... Forget the middle man. ... "
" ... You don’t need to use a ton of pressure writing. ... It feels like a real pen or pencil. ... "
" ... allows for a pen or pencil feel ... "
" ... Total gamechanger, great tool, works better than I anticipated and especially if you're a writer or artist with pain in your hands, fingers, wrists, etc. ... "
" ... I have used an HP Active stylus and this one feels much nicer in the hand than that one. ... "
" ... It feels great. ... The pen I tried out in the store seemed to have a more rubbery-feeling eraser. ... "
Build Quality
19feels, tip, surface, weight, surface pro
+63%
-37%
" ... The pen has enough weight that it feels good, without feeling too heavy. ... "
" ... Premium weight and feel ... "
" ... Solidly built and works really well - even on a SP3 ... "
" ... I love that about it because it really feels premium. ... "
" ... It feels great. ... "
" ... I actually prefer this to the white one my Surface came with, as it matches my case! ... "
" ... very solid pen, well built and functional Good job on this ... "
" ... This was a replacement as I dropped the silver one and then stepped on it. ... "
Returns
17returned, replacement, pen, window, microsoft
+6%
-94%
" ... If not, return it immediately and get all your money back. ... "
" ... The package was returned to me outside the window of return. ... "
" ... Can't ask for a replacement because its too late? ... "
" ... Instead of returning to Amazon, I contacted Microsoft support. ... "
" ... Just expensive to replace. ... "
" ... I had to return the pen to Microsoft store for a replacement. ... "
" ... It went out a month after the return window closed and I replaced the battery, followed all the troubleshooting suggestions that I could find, and NOTHING works. ... "
" ... Did not work, I returned it. ... "
Product As Described
17works as expected, works, product, expected, exactly
+88%
-12%
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Just as described! ... "
" ... Item came as described. ... "
" ... Product works as described. ... "
" ... Pen is exactly as described. ... "
" ... works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
Price
14money, worth the price, expensive, waste, pricey
+64%
-36%
" ... It is also a great price. ... "
" ... Good price compared to MS Store or other places. ... "
" ... at the price I wanted good deal and good product I would purchase it at this price again very happy ... "
" ... So worth the price ... "
" ... I did not miss a beat. ... "
" ... Works good, wish they were cheaper ... "
" ... I am not sure it was worth the price. ... I have not confirmed this, but if it is true I probably would not have spent the money for this new one. ... "
" ... Excellent quality and price! ... "
Bluetooth
12via, paired, pair, connected, connect
+75%
-25%
" ... Had no problems with connecting it via Bluetooth and the extra tips are a great bonus ... "
" ... Paired nicely with my pro 4. ... "
" ... Paired instantly with my 2017 Surface Pr, and works like a charm. ... "
" ... Came with the AAAA battery, connected immediately via bluetooth with no issues. ... "
" ... YES it does magnetically connect. ... "
" ... Pair it up and it works. ... "
" ... Re-pair again. ... "
Apps
11pen, onenote, microsoft, eraser, notes
+64%
-36%
" ... OneNote handwriting is way more natural now. ... "
" ... I love the ease of this pen and how I can open OneNote by simply pointing the pen at the screen and clicking the 'eraser' part of the pen. ... "
" ... Works just fine, just like pen on paper and no issues besides the customisability though software and pen tips that Microsoft has given,my issue is that there is no way of Alt tabbing without having to run an AutoHotkey script. ... "
" ... apps are good. ... I had the hardest time uninstalling several apps that downloaded automatically as I was downloading one particular app. ... FOUND SEVERAL APPS THAT MAKE TASK UNCOMPLICATED. ... I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS TABLET AND SERVICE TO OTHERS WITH A WARNING, BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU DOWNLOAD CHECK APP DOWNLOADED OFTEN. ... "
" ... It's essential for so many apps and for documents . ... "
" ... Also with OneNote (or whatever handwriting note taking app you use) to take notes while at work and other meetings it's great. ... "
" ... Click the eraser once and recently used apps come up, click twice and you get tools to edit what is on your screen instantly!! ... click and hold and your choice of an app will come up . ... "
Delivery
10shipping, shipped, came, arrival, packaging
+70%
-30%
" ... Item came as described. ... "
" ... On time delivery! ... "
" ... The product was exactly as advertised and shipped right away . ... "
" ... This is the exact same pen came early like next day if you can believe that and was in all original packaging and also came with extra tips in the pack. ... "
" ... The pen works well, the price was good , and it was delivered far more quickly than I expected. ... "
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