Lamy pico Ballpoint Pen vs Lamy noto Ballpoint Pen
Lamy pico Ballpoint Pen ($49) vs Lamy noto Ballpoint Pen ($14) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right ballpoint.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Lamy pico Ballpoint Pen | Lamy noto Ballpoint Pen |
| Price | $49 | $14 |
| Weight | 22g | 22g |
| Material | Lacquered body | — |
| Weight | 22g (LAMY published) | 22g (LAMY published) |
| Size | 12 x 12 x 124 mm | 20 x 20 x 150 mm |
| Refill | LAMY M 22 | LAMY M 16 |
Pros & Cons
Lamy pico Ballpoint Pen
- Short in the pocket, full length in use
- Award-winning Franco Clivio design
- Six colors
- $49
- Double-push action takes two clicks
Lamy noto Ballpoint Pen
- $14
- Standard M 16 refill
- Many colors
- 22 g and 20 mm square section is chunky
- Material is not stated on the brand page
Lamy noto Ballpoint Pen is the better value at $14. If weight matters most, Lamy pico Ballpoint Pen carries lighter at 22g. Both are part of our curated ballpoint index — tap through to check current pricing.