Apple Pencil USB-C at RPD: Apple's budget option (2023) — affordable entry into the Apple Pencil ecosystem with USB-C charging. Important: Pencil USB-C does not offer pressure sensitivity — it's ideal for writing, marking and notes, less suited for drawing with dynamic line weight. Compatible with iPad 10 (2022), iPad 11 (2025), iPad Pro M4, and iPad Air M2/M3. Shipped from Basel, free above CHF 15, 14-day return and 2-year warranty under Swiss law.
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Pencil USB-C is worth it if you primarily write, mark and take notes — and have a limited budget. If you draw or illustrate professionally, go for the Pencil 2 or Pencil Pro — both have pressure sensitivity.
No. Line weight is constant regardless of how hard you press. Tilt is recognised though — by tilting the pen you can create hatching effects.
Via the included USB-C cable — directly on the iPad's USB-C port or on a USB-C power adapter. No wireless or magnetic charging. The magnetic snap-on to the iPad is for storage only, not charging.
iPad 10th Gen (2022), iPad 11th Gen (2025), iPad Pro M4 (2024), iPad Air M2 (2024), iPad Air M3 (2025), iPad Mini 6 (2021), iPad Mini 7 (2024). Older iPads need Pencil 1 or Pencil 2.
Yes — tips are cross-compatible with Pencil 1 and Pencil 2. Pencil Pro has a slightly different socket and needs its own tips.
The Apple Pencil USB-C is the most affordable Apple Pencil option and is aimed at students, learners and anyone who needs a simple stylus for writing and marking. It has tilt sensitivity but no pressure sensitivity — line weight does not vary with pressure. Charging is via USB-C cable directly on the iPad or on a power adapter. Magnetic snap-on for storage on the iPad is supported, but no wireless charging.
Pencil USB-C is worth it if you primarily write, mark and take notes — and have a limited budget. If you draw or illustrate professionally, go for the Pencil 2 or Pencil Pro — both have pressure sensitivity.
No. Line weight is constant regardless of how hard you press. Tilt is recognised though — by tilting the pen you can create hatching effects.
Via the included USB-C cable — directly on the iPad's USB-C port or on a USB-C power adapter. No wireless or magnetic charging. The magnetic snap-on to the iPad is for storage only, not charging.
Shipped from our Basel warehouse — A-Post in 1–2 working days, express next business day or free pickup at one of our stores.
Need pressure sensitivity? Apple Pencil 2nd Gen or Apple Pencil Pro. For older iPads: Apple Pencil 1st Gen. Matching iPad accessories are also available.
