Comparison
Plastic vs. metal pens
The two most popular promotional pens, compared side by side.
Short answer: Choose plastic pens for colorful, economical giveaways in volume. Choose metal pens for a weighty, engraved keepsake. Both carry your logo.
| Plastic pens | Metal pens | |
|---|---|---|
| Feel | Light | Weighty, premium |
| Decoration | Pad print in color | Laser engraving |
| Durability | Good | Excellent |
| Keepsake value | Everyday giveaway | Kept and used for years |
| Best for | Trade shows, banks, healthcare | Clients, closings, executives |
| What drives the price | Colors, quantity | Finish, engraving |
When plastic is the better choice
Plastic pens are economical in volume and come in every color. For trade shows, banks and healthcare, choose plastic.
When metal is the better choice
Metal pens feel premium and engrave beautifully. For clients, closings and executives, choose metal.
Verdict
Go plastic for volume; go metal for keepsakes. We can mock up both for free so you can compare before you order.
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