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Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Pencil Pro

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Why we’d pick it

Apple’s Pencil with squeeze, barrel roll and haptics for drawing and note-taking. Only works with the newer iPads Apple lists, so check your model first.

Spec sheet

ConnectorsBluetooth
FeaturesSqueeze, barrel roll (gyroscope), haptic feedback, hover, double tap, Find My
ChargingAttaches, pairs and charges magnetically on the side of iPad
Size8.9 mm diameter; 166 mm long
Weight19.15 g
RequiresiPadOS 17.5 or later

Specs from the maker’s product page, checked 15 October 2026. Makers change specs — check before you buy.

Which devices it works with

Rule: Apple Pencil Pro — Works only with the iPads that Apple lists for Apple Pencil Pro. Apple's compatibility list: iPad Pro 13-inch (M5/M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5/M4), iPad Air 13-inch and 11-inch (M4/M3/M2), iPad mini (A17 Pro). Requires iPadOS 17.5 or later.

iPhone 0 work · 34 models
iPad 11 work · 23 models
Mac 0 work · 45 models
Apple Watch 0 work · 20 models
AirPods 0 work · 12 models
Apple TV 0 work · 4 models
HomePod & home 0 work · 5 models

Sources checked 15 October 2026

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Pairing / charging
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Storage
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Trackpad
Larger glass trackpad with haptic feedback
Keys
Backlit, scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector in the hinge for pass-through charging
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  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models
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USB-C

Trackpad
Larger glass trackpad with haptic feedback
Keys
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Charging
USB-C connector in the hinge for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
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  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models
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USB-C

Trackpad
Large glass trackpad
Keys
Scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
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  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models
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