Apple now has four Apple Pencil models, and compatibility varies greatly. Here’s which Apple Pencils are compatible with which iPads, updated to include the 2025 iPad and iPad Air.
Apple has, once again, made the Apple Pencil lineup a little more confusing
Not only are there four discrete Apple Pencil models, each has its own list of features. Discerning which one you need based on your iPad model can be a little confusing, so let’s take a moment to break down the differences.