Being a freelance writer and illustrator, I tend to use pens quite frequently. Although I type my articles onto the Internet via a laptop word processor and notepad, I still regularly prepare outlines using pen and paper. To me, the type and brand of pen that I use makes a huge difference in the production of my work. Through the years, I have utilized many types and brands of pens, but almost invariably, I end up utilizing either Bic or Papermate pens.
While each of these brands produces very high quality pens that last for quite a while, I find that for the most part, one of these brands consistently offers a more satisfying writing experience than the other. Since I use these tools of my trade so often, I decided that a product comparison review of these two brands of writing instruments would be a worthwhile and interesting article to write. Presented here, in an effort to assist the consumer, is a product comparison review of Bic Pens and Papermate Pens.
Varieties Bic Pens and Papermate Pens both offer many different types and styles of pens. Bic makes at least 13 types of ballpoint pens, at least 13 types of Comfort Ballpoint pens and more than 20 types of Fun Ballpoint pens. Among the types of Fun Ballpoint pens made by Bic are Barbie, Disney Mickey, Disney Winnie the Pooh, Disney Princess, Disney Cuties, Hot Wheels, Sponge Bob and Scented pens.
Bic also produces more then 15 types of Bic Select pens, which are modern, stylish and trendy, several types of Classic Fountain Pens and Licensed Pens, as well as more than 20 types of Rollers and Gel Ink Pens. They also make felt tip pens and many types of pencils.
Papermate makes at least 20 types of ballpoint pens, including Comfortmate and Comfortmate Grip Pens, Flexgrip Pens, Erasermate Pens, Pink Ribbon Pens, Altitude Pens, Profile Pens and their famous Write Bros Pens. They also produce Multi – Pens, which are multi – functional, pencils, erasers and mechanical lead pencils.
Packaging Bic Pens and Papermate Pens are sold in a multitude of different – sized packages. From single, or individual pens to twin packs and multi – packs, both Bic and Papermate produce a size or style of packaging to suit even the most finicky customer.
Price The myriad types and styles of Bic Pens and Papermate Pens are always very competitively – priced. The multi – packs of pens that both Bic and Papermate sell are especially economical. Quite often, multi – packs of Bic and Papermate Pens are almost unbelievably inexpensively-priced.
Colors Several different colors of ink are available in a variety of Bic and Papermate pen styles. These colors include black, red, blue, green and more.
Availability Bic Pens and Papermate Pens are regularly sold at pharmacies, convenience stores, department stores, warehouse clubs, stationery stores, gas stations, copy centers and other types of retailers around the world.
Performance Both Bic Pens and Papermate Pens consistently deliver top – rate writing performance. Of course, each type and style of pen manufactured by these companies offers a different writing experience. Personally, I enjoy utilizing both of these brands of pens, but more often than not, I find that the performance and effectiveness offered by Papermate Pens is more to my liking than that of Bic Pens. In no way, am I down – playing or disparaging the quality or effectiveness of Bic Pens. I just feel that Papermate Pens are often much easier to write with and that the ink flows smoother and more easily than with other pens.
Other Products In addition to their wide assortments of pens, Bic and Papermate also produce a wealth of other high – quality, useful products. Bic also makes lighters, glues, shavers and correction products, including fluids, pens, tapes and erasers.
Papermate is a Newell Rubbermaid company. Among the products made by this corporate giant are Rubbermaid storage products, Sharpies, Goody beauty and grooming products and Dymo labeling products.
Overall Rating All things considered, Bic Pens and Papermate Pens are high – quality, useful and effective products that are always reasonably – priced. These pens are sold at retail locations worldwide and are known for lasting for long periods of time. Although I generally prefer to utilize Papermate Pens, I highly recommend each of these brands of writing instruments.
