As someone who constantly misplaces things, the Find My compatibility was an instant sell for me. I've literally found this pencil stuck between couch cushions twice already - that magnetic attachment is strong enough to stay put during my commute but weak enough to detach when I'm being clumsy.

The tilt sensitivity surprised me most. While sketching coffee cups during lectures, I could shade exactly like my old $129 Apple Pencil. No, it's not quite as weighted (which I actually prefer for long note-taking sessions), but the nib glides smoothly with my paper-feel screen protector.

Charging is my only gripe - that 15-minute USB-C charge gives me about 8 hours of continuous use (math equations + doodling), but I miss wireless charging when comparing to premium options. Pro tip: Keep a short USB-C cable in your backpack.

For $30? This performs 90% of what my roommate's Apple Pencil does. Unless you're a professional digital artist, save your money - this gets the student stamp of approval.