Pilot Dr. Grip Gel vs Pilot Dr. Grip Center of Gravity
Pilot Dr. Grip Gel ($9.99) vs Pilot Dr. Grip Center of Gravity ($9.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right pen.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Pilot Dr. Grip Gel | Pilot Dr. Grip Center of Gravity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | $9.99 |
| Weight | 20g | 20g |
| Style | Dr. Grip Gel, retractable gel pen | Dr. Grip Center of Gravity, retractable ballpoint |
| Point | Fine, 0.7 mm | Medium, 1.0 mm |
| Ink | Black G2 gel ink | Black ink |
| Grip | Wide barrel, latex-free cushioned grip | Latex-free, wide double-layer comfort grip |
| Refill | Refillable | Refillable |
| Certification | Certified for Ease of Use by the Arthritis Foundation | Certified for Ease of Use by the Arthritis Foundation |
| Weight | ~20g (approx, estimated from the shared wide barrel; JetPens lists 20 g for the Full Black and the Limited gel; Pilot publishes no weight) | ~20g (approx, estimated from the shared wide barrel; JetPens lists 20 g for the Full Black and the Limited gel; Pilot publishes no weight) |
| Pilot model | 36260 (blue); Staples showed it out of stock | 36180, 36181, 36182, 36184 |
| Barrel | — | Balanced for even weight, metal clip and accents |
Pros & Cons
Pilot Dr. Grip Gel
- G2 gel ink writes smoothly with little pressure
- Three bright barrel colors on the comfortable grip
- Certified for Ease of Use by the Arthritis Foundation
- Retailers often show it out of stock
- Black ink only, whatever the barrel color
Pilot Dr. Grip Center of Gravity
- Weight is balanced so the pen does not tip in your hand
- Double-layer grip in four colors
- Metal clip and accents
- Some colors cost more at Staples and are in-store only
- Medium point is broad for small handwriting
Pilot Dr. Grip Gel is the better value at $9.99. Both are part of our curated pen index — tap through to check current pricing.
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