Is Apple Pencil only for iPad Pro?
Mia Phillips
Updated on April 21, 2026
The Apple Pencil can only be used with the iPad Pro, so if you have a different iPad, Adonit Jot Pro is a great alternative.
Are Apple pencils only for iPads?
The Apple Pencil and Apple Pencil 2 are only compatible with iPads and will not work with the iPhone. The Apple Pencil requires a display built for it, which iPhones do not have.Which iPads are compatible with the Apple Pencil?
Compatible with
- iPad. (6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th generation)
- iPad Air. (3rd generation)
- iPad mini. (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch. (1st and 2nd generation)
- iPad Pro 10.5-inch.
- iPad Pro 9.7-inch.
What iPads are not compatible with Apple Pencil?
Which iPads Are Not Compatible With the Apple Pencil? The following iPads are not compatible with either of the Apple Pencils: iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4, the iPad (5th generation), the iPad Air (1st generation), and iPad Air 2.What can you use the Apple Pencil for?
You can use Apple Pencil to write, mark up, and draw.
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Use Apple Pencil with your iPad
- Make sure that your Apple Pencil is compatible with your iPad.
- If needed, charge your Apple Pencil.
- Pair your Apple Pencil before you try to use it.