iPadOS 17 supports styluses, allowing those using Apple's latest tablets to rely on their input. So if you're a heavy note-taker or illustrator who just bought a new iPad, you may want to pair it with a stylus to unleash its full potential. Finding an excellent iPad stylus, however, may be challenging, as there are endless options out there. To help you find the right pick, we've listed some of the best iPad styluses below.

• Editor's choice

  Logitech Crayon

  Brand

  Logitech

  Compatibility

  iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd-6th generations), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st-4th generations), iPad Air (4th and 5th generations), iPad (10th generation), iPad mini (6th generation)

  Connectivity

  USB-C

  Color

  Silver

  Logitech Crayon is a solid stylus to consider for your iPad. It's a sleek 6.4-inch stylus that has 2mm tips and is known to be accurate for both professional and more casual use cases. It lacks pressure sensitivity but offers dynamic line weight, meaning line thickness varies based on the angle at which it's held.

  $70 at Amazon
• Mid-range option

  Zagg Pro Stylus

  The ZAGG Pro Stylus is another option for the newer iPad models. It works with most iPad released since 2017. The stylus also magnetically attaches to your iPad and supports most Apple Pencil apps. Unfortunately, it’s also missing pressure sensitivity.

  $70 at Amazon
• Pressure sensitivity

  Adonit Note Plus

  Adonit Note Plus offers a lot of Apple Pencil features at a significantly lower price tag. You get palm rejection, tilt support, and pressure sensitivity. However, pressure sensitivity is limited to specific apps. It charges over USB Type-C.

  $67 at Amazon
• Tilt sensitivity

  JamJake Stylus

  The JamJake Stylus is quite accurate and responsive. It supports palm rejection, tilt function and can even be attached magnetically to newer iPad models. In addition, the stylus doesn’t need to be paired and comes with replaceable tips.

  $40 at Amazon
• For lower-end iPads

  Apple Pencil

  If none of the third-party stylus pens suit your needs, Apple Pencil is a no-brainer for iPad, iPad Air 3, iPad Mini 5, and older iPad Pro models. It's precise, responsive, pressure-sensitive, and features tilt support.

  $99 at Amazon
• Premium pick

  Apple Pencil (2nd Gen)

  The Apple Pencil 2 works with newer iPad Pro models, iPad Air 4, and iPad Mini 6 and later models. So if you like to draw and need professional-level pressure sensitivity, there is no better option than this smart stylus.

  $129 at Amazon $129 at Apple
• Best value

  Adonit Mark

  If you don’t need too many features, like palm rejection and pressure sensitivity, the Adonit Mark is a good budget option. It doesn’t need a battery or pairing with the iPad to work. You can use it for writing or sketching.

  $10 at Amazon
• Compact stylus

  Wacom Bamboo Pocket

  Wacom Pocket Expandable is a universal stylus that will work with iPad as well. It comes with a 6mm tip and features a collapsable barrel for portability.

  $12 at Amazon

Our favorite iPad styluses

These are the best iPad styluses you can buy right now. As you can see, there are several great options. The Logitech Crayon is one of the excellent third-party options you can invest in. The Zagg Pro Stylus has a similar price tag and is a great pick, as well. If you need professional-grade precision and pressure sensitivity, however, there is no better option than Apple Pencil. Though, make sure you pick the generation that works with your iPad. Finally, the budget buyers will be served well by the Adonit Mark.

Before buying a stylus for your iPad, though, make sure your pick works with your iPad model, as some styluses support a fixed number of iPad models. A few of our recommendations are universal styluses, so you'll also be able to use them with Android tablets, iPhones, and other touchscreen devices.