AmazonBasics Retractable Gel Ink Pens - Fine Point Pen, Blue, 12-Pack

You’ve probably stumbled across ballpoint, gel, and rollerball pens before. They all look similar, so what exactly are the differences between them? In this video, we’ll explain exactly what distinguishes these pen types, and show you some of our favorite pens in each category. If you found this guide useful, be sure to like and subscribe for more videos like this one. Let’s get started! What’s the difference between a ballpoint, gel, and rollerball pen? Ballpoint, gel, and rollerball pens all have one feature in common: they use a small, revolving ball in the tip to dispense ink. Where they differ is how the ink is formulated. Ballpoint pens use viscous, oil-based ink. Because the ink is so thick, they require more pressure to write. While this can be tiring over long periods of time, some people find them easier to control. Ballpoint pens dry almost instantly, are also waterproof. How