The best Apple Pencil grips

The best Apple Pencil 2 grip overall

For: Apple Pencil 2

+ Protective
+ Magnetic charging 
+ Supports double tap

This Apple Pencil 2 grip covers your whole stylus and is easy to slide on and off, thanks to a wide opening at the top. It also has a clever faceted design that stops your Pencil from rolling, and it supports magnetic charging and double-tap functionality.
CB rating: 5/5

The best Apple Pencil 1 grip overall

For: Apple Pencil 1

+ Protective
+ Sleek and stylish 
+ Charging tether

Made with premium silicone, this grip covers your Apple Pencil 1 fully. This helps protect it against dust, dirt, and accidental drops, and its elegant, faceted design prevents rolling. Grab the NimbleSleeve near the front opening for smooth entry and removal.
CB rating: 5/5

The best Apple Pencil grip for value

For: Apple Pencil 1 and Apple Pencil 2

+ Value buy
+ Hypo-allergenic
- Colour combos limited

This grip comes in packs of two, three or four, making it great value. Made of hypoallergenic silicone, its curvy design makes it very ergonomic, helping to reduce finger fatigue. It doesn't support magnetic charging, though.
CB rating: 4/5

The best Apple Pencil grip for ergonomics

For: Apple Pencil 1 and Apple Pencil 2

+ Ergonomic
+ Easy to remove
- No magnetic charging

Just covering part of your stylus, the UPPERCASE NimbleGrip's hexagonal design provides excellent grip, prevents rolling, and reduces aches and pains when drawing for long sessions. 
CB rating: 4/5

The best Apple Pencil grip for cute looks

For: Apple Pencil 1 and Apple Pencil 2

+ Cute and fun
+ Nice gift
- Not everyone's taste

The fruit-based design of the AhaStyle Cute Case Sleeve will put a smile on your face, and its 0.4mm thickness means it's also magnet charging-friendly and won't interfere with your Pencil's double-tap functionality. This makes a great gift.
CB rating: 4/5

Solid, reliable option for Apple Pencil 2

For: Apple Pencil 2

+ Durable
+ Reliable 
+ Magnetic charging
- Not very exciting

Here's another slim, silicone grip that covers your Apple Pencil 2 fully and supports magnetic charging. This product also comes with two soft nib covers, to protect your Apple Pencil nibs from scratching when you're not using them.
CB rating: 4/5

Cleverly designed grip for Apple Pencil 1

For: Apple Pencil 1

+ Tethered cap holder
+ Nib holders included
- One one colour option

This soft silicone sleeve envelops and hugs your pencil tightly, which means it's a little fiddly to slip on, but does a good job at preventing sliding. It comes with a tethered cap holder and two protective nib covers.
CB rating: 4/5

The best retractable grip for Apple Pencil 1

For: Apple Pencil 1

+ Retractable design
+ Useful clip
+ Lots of colours

This grip has a clever design that allows you to retract the pen tip into the case, to protect it from accidental damage when you're not using it. It also features an integrated clip to attach your Pencil onto your bag, iPad case and clothes.
CB rating: 4/5

The best Apple Pencil grip made of metal

For: Apple Pencil 1

+ Protective
+ Durable
+ Useful clip

The Ztylus Metal Protective Case is a stylish and functional alternative to silicone. Precision CNC-machined from aircraft-grade aluminum and hand polished, it's very strong, and it comes with a handy clip for attaching to a bag.
CB rating: 4/5