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Review on πŸ–ŠοΈ ChaoQ Stylus Pens for Touch Screens – Capacitive Mesh Fiber Stylus (2-Pack) with 12 Replaceable Tips – Black by Jeff Payne

Revainrating 4 out of 5

First-class workmanship, long-lasting tips. Comparison of ChaoQ, Meko and Su-Pen

There are many different stylus pens, and many of them are the same, just with a new brand. In this review I will compare three brands - these are ChaoQ, Meko and Su-Pen. The test mainly focuses on mobile games, but should also apply to general use. It's been a bit long since I've compared springs I've used before, but in short the ChaoQ is a solid performer and is recommended for that superior feel. The first pen I tried was the Su-Pen, a premium stylus. The pen is made in Japan and is of excellent quality as expected. The specific version I use is the Puzzle & Dragons (mobile game) model. It's a good weight, which makes it comfortable to use, and the fiber tip is a little different from the fiber tips I've seen on stylus pens made in China. It glides very smoothly and the pressure required is surprisingly delicate. Pretty much only the weight of the pen itself ensures it registers. A small downside to the pen is that it is a bit shorter and may be uncomfortable for some. However, this only applies to this specific model, and normal models are longer. The only other downside is that the pen itself is expensive, around $50, and replacement nibs are around $30 for two. I've been using it intensively for about half a year and although it's worn out, it still works great. Due to the expensive replacement tips, I decided to buy a cheaper fiber pen. Meko seemed highly recommended on a forum I frequent, so I decided to give it a try. Now you will see many pens that are very similar to Meko and I'm pretty sure they are all the same just renamed. However, my personal experience is with this particular brand. First, the body of the pen is very light, especially since I'm used to the weight of the Su-Pen. This might be a plus for some, but for my personal use I like the extra weight as the fiber tips from China seem to require a bit more pressure to register. However, for most this may be minor and the tip glides on very smoothly, especially when new. It feels great after a few uses and the reviews are solid. It's very cheap (I think I bought 3 or 5 pens with a handful of extra tips for just over $10) and if you're on a budget and like the lightweight feel I'd definitely recommend it. I stumbled across the ChaoQ while trying to find a pen that was similar to the Meko but with a better feel to weight. I based my purchase on the description of the steel case and to my delight it's a solid weight (feels a bit heavier than the Su-Pen) and overall looks great. Fiber tips differ slightly from Meko tips in that they do not thread directly into the pen. The tip slides over a small metal protrusion on the end of the pen and a metal ring screws onto and locks it in place. It feels a little less sensitive than the Meko on first use, it seems to require a little more pressure to register. The tip is a bit stiff at the beginning but after some use it softens and the sensitivity is much better. I have since ordered another tip replacement from a different company and will report any differences. All in all, if price isn't an issue, the Su-Pen is definitely worth the money and obviously the best of the three I've used. Both ChaoQ and Meko are good performers, especially for the price, and you can't go wrong with either. If you like light weight, go for Meko. If you like the premium feel, get ChaoQ.

Pros
  • Stylus tips - replaceable in seconds without tools.
Cons
  • Crumpled