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Uni-ball One Fika gel pens in soft pastel barrel colours laid out in a row

The Best Pens for Journaling (UK Guide)

Gel pens, fineliners, highlighters and fountain pens that dry fast, don't bleed and make you want to open your journal. The best pens for journaling, by job.
September 19, 2026
An Iconic Mild Gel Pen 0.38

The Best Gel Pens for Planners

Fine tips, vivid colours, quick drying: the best gel pens for Hobonichi, Leuchtturm1917 and any other planner, from Zebra Sarasa to uni-ball One and Signo.
August 20, 2026
An Iconic Mild Gel Pen 0.38

The Best Gel Pens (UK Guide): Japanese Gel Pens Compared

Zebra Sarasa, uni-ball One and Signo, Pentel EnerGel, Sakura Gelly Roll: the best gel pens for writing, colour-coding, left-handers and journals, compared.
August 20, 2026
Three parallel ink strokes on cream paper, each a different weight

Ballpoint vs Gel vs Rollerball Pens — What's the Difference?

Ballpoint, gel, and rollerball pens explained clearly — how each works, what each does best, and which to choose for writing, studying, or everyday use.
August 20, 2026