Hastraith Stylus Pen for iPad 2018-2026
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A budget alternative to Apple's Pencil with tilt sensitivity and palm rejection, worth it for anyone whose iPad generation matches the listed compatibility.
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How it ranks among the 20 stylus pens we track
4.6★ across 6,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
9,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A Hastraith stylus pen for iPad models from 2018 through current, with tilt sensitivity, palm rejection and a Type-C charging port that reaches full charge in 13 minutes for over 10 hours of use.
Unlike Apple's own pencil, this stylus pairs by simply touching the cap button rather than a Bluetooth connection, and it reports battery level through three LED indicator lights rather than an on-screen readout. It ships with three replacement nibs, which matters since nibs on capacitive styluses wear down with regular writing or drawing.
- 13 minute fast charge
- 10-plus hours of continuous use
- Tilt sensitivity and palm rejection
- 3 replacement nibs included
Who it's for
Suits iPad owners across the listed 2018-and-later models, from the base iPad through Pro, Air and Mini lines, who want tilt-sensitive writing and drawing without paying for Apple's official pencil. Buyers should check their exact iPad generation against the listed compatibility before ordering, since the pencil is not compatible with pre-2018 iPads, iPhones, Android or Microsoft devices.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 13 minute charge for over 10 hours of use
- Tilt sensitivity adjusts line thickness
- Full-screen palm rejection
- Ships with 3 replacement nibs
- Compatibility limited to specific iPad generations from 2018 on
- Battery shown only as rough indicator lights, not a percentage
Performance notes
A 13 minute charge is rated to deliver over 10 hours of continuous use, and the three-light indicator shows remaining charge in rough bands rather than a precise percentage. Tilt pressure sensing adjusts line thickness by the angle the pen is held, and full-screen palm rejection is meant to block accidental touches from a resting hand while writing.
Specifications
| Brand | Hastraith |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.7 ounces |
| Item Dimensions | 6.5 × 0.3 × 0.3 inches |
| Item Diameter | 0.4 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery Description | 1 |
| Battery Average Life Standby | 365 days |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | iPad 11th 11 inch 2025/10/9/8/7/6th Gen, iPad Air 11 inch (M4) 2026/13 inch (M4) 2026/7/6/5/4/3th Gen, iPad Pro 13 inch M4, iPad Pro 12.9 inch 3/4/5/6th Gen, iPad Pro 11 inch 1/2/3/4th/M4, iPad Mini 7th (A17 Pro)/6/5th Gen |
| Compatible Tablet Computer Models | Apple iPad Air 13-Inch (M3), Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), Apple iPad mini 6 |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Mfr Part Number | HA-2025 iPad Stylus pen White CL |
| Item Highlight | Tilt Sensitivity & Palm Rejection for iPad 11/10/9/8/7/6th Gen, Air 5/4/3/M4/M3/M2, Pro 13"/12.9"/11"/M4, Mini 7/6/5th, White |
| Charging Time | 13 minutes |
| Minimum Required Operating System Version | iPadOS 13 |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in stylus pens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastraith Stylus Pen for iPad 2018-2026This product | 4.6 / 5 | 6,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DIGIROOT iPad Pencil for 2018-2026Digiroot | 4.7 / 5 | 10,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Apple Pencil Pro: Latest ModelApple | 4.6 / 5 | 10,400 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Bopomofo Stylus(5 Pcs),2-in-1 Stylus Pen for Touchscreen,Stylus Pen | Metal…Bopomofo | 4.6 / 5 | 10,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Stylus Pens for Touch ScreensStylus | 4.6 / 5 | 9,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hastraith stylus pens
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does this stylus need Bluetooth?
No, it turns on by touching the cap button and does not require a Bluetooth connection to the iPad.
Which iPads does it work with?
It is listed as compatible with iPad 6th through 11th generation, iPad Air 3 through the M4 chip models, iPad Pro 11 and 12.9 through M4 models, and iPad Mini 5th through 7th generation.
How long does a charge last?
A 13 minute charge is rated for more than 10 hours of continuous writing or drawing use.