Cheapest Place to Buy an Apple Pencil
The Apple Pencil is frequently discounted, and the lowest price moves around. We track it across Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and Apple. Here is where an Apple Pencil is cheapest right now, plus which one fits your iPad.
Prices updated June 2026 · live across 8+ retailers
The short answer
The cheapest place to buy an Apple Pencil right now is Amazon, where the Apple Pencil (2nd gen) is $78, $51 below Apple’s $129 list price.
Live Apple Pencil prices by model
Lowest in-stock price across every tracked retailer. Tap a price to go to the deal.
| Model | Lowest price | Best retailer | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil (2nd gen) | $78 | Amazon | View deal |
How to get the cheapest Apple Pencil
- The Apple Pencil is one of the most reliably discounted Apple accessories. Amazon, Best Buy, and Target routinely take $20 to $40 off, while Apple holds list price.
- Compatibility matters more than price: not every Pencil works with every iPad. Confirm your iPad model supports the Pencil you are buying before checking out.
- Watch for bundle deals when buying an iPad and Pencil together; a retailer gift-card offer can beat a straight price cut on net cost.
- Open-box and certified-refurbished Pencils show up at Best Buy and Amazon and are an easy extra saving on an accessory that rarely fails.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the cheapest place to buy an Apple Pencil?+
The lowest Apple Pencil prices are usually at Amazon, Best Buy, or Target rather than the Apple Store, which holds list price. The Apple Pencil is one of the most frequently discounted Apple accessories. The live table above shows the current lowest in-stock price.
Which Apple Pencil works with my iPad?+
Apple Pencil compatibility depends on your specific iPad model and its charging method. Check your iPad's supported Pencil on its product page before buying, since the wrong generation will not pair or charge.
Do Apple Pencils go on sale?+
Yes, regularly. Amazon, Best Buy, and Target discount the Apple Pencil often, with the deepest cuts during the late-November sales week and back-to-school season. The table above tracks the live low.
How does TheresMac find the cheapest Apple Pencil price?+
TheresMac aggregates live Apple Pencil prices across major retailers and shows the lowest in-stock offer. Prices reflect the most recent update from our cross-retailer feed.
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