Targus Antimicrobial Active Stylus for iPad
$83.99
Mfg # AMM174AMGL
CDW # 6696842
| UNSPSC 43211709
Quick tech specs
- Targus DefenseGuard™ Antimicrobial Protection* creates a cleaner surface and works continuously to protect the stylus by preventing the growth of microorganisms 1.2 mm fine point POM tip, provides pixel precision with tilt shading
- Magnetic design makes it easy to store
- Auto-sleep function after 5 minutes of idle time
- Touch-activated — no driver or Bluetooth® connection needed
- Palm rejection allows you to rest your palm on the screen without causing interference
Know your gear
Write, draw, and scroll with ease using the Antimicrobial Active Stylus for iPad®. The durable POM tip provides a natural pen-like experience, allowing you to write and draw accurately and comfortably.
And thanks to its palm rejection functionality, you can rest your hand naturally on the screen and write as smoothly as you would on paper.
The Active Stylus requires no drivers or Bluetooth® connection to function. Simply touch the stylus to activate - or leave idle for 5 minutes to trigger its power-saving Sleep Mode.
Charge for 90 minutes and enjoy 10 hours of continuous working and 90 days standby time.
For an added benefit, this stylus features Targus' DefenseGuard™ Antimicrobial Protection, an infused protective finish to the material that creates a cleaner surface and protects the stylus.
Altogether, it's a superior choice for protecting your iPad® (2018 and later).
Tilt Sensitivity
Just as you would with a pen or pencil, you can fine tune your drawing and vary the line thickness and shape with this stylus' tilt sensitivity. Whether you're outlining, adding details, or filling in color, this feature allows the iPad to detect the angle the stylus is placed against the screen!
Wireless Connectivity
No need for drivers or wires to connect this stylus to your iPad. Simply touch to activate and confirm power level with onscreen power display right from your iPad.
Palm Rejection
Rest your hand comfortably on the surface of your iPad while you're writing or sketching - just like you would on a piece of paper - without impacting your work. With palm rejection, this stylus makes for a more fluid and comfortable use when the creativity is flowing during those extra-long drawing sessions.
DefenseGuard™ Antimicrobial Protection
Infused with antimicrobial additives, you can rest assured your stylus is fully protected. Unlike topically applied sprays, DefenseGuard™ offers protection to help prevent the growth of microorganisms that does not wear or wash off and lasts for the life of the product.
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Targus Antimicrobial Active Stylus for iPad is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
aeroag18 from
Great pen!
This is very nice stylus for the iPad. Having never used a stylus before, it is hard to know what to expect. This pen does a good job at what it is supposed to. I have used it for basic navigation as well as drawing. My son even had a fun time using it to scribble. Keep in mind this is an active stylus - so you need to turn it on to get it to work (I made that mistake initially.
Date published: 2021-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
macinzie03 from
This pen is amazing! Worth the money!
I’ve only had this pen a few days but I already love it. I wasted so much money on cheap pens that did not work or broke within 24 hours. Writing with it is so smooth, and very easy to use. It came with a charger, an extra tip, and instructions. I would definitely buy this for a friend or for myself again if needed. 10 out of 10 for sure!
Date published: 2022-10-04T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bricemb96 from
Best Apple Pencil Alternative
I went through three Zag Pro’s and they suck, I bought one of these and I’m very happy with the quality!
Date published: 2023-07-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jenny52 from
Works Perfectly!
This stylus works flawlessly! First of all, it was packaged really nicely and came with clear instructions on how to use. It’s really comfortable and very accurate when it comes to writing and drawing. I love that the charge lasts for 10 hours as I’m always forgetful when it comes to charging things. Can’t recommend this stylus enough, also really appreciate the extra tip that it comes with.
Date published: 2021-09-24T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bayamonsgirl08 from
Good product
I’m so happy with this stylus pen it’s antimicrobial which is great since I’m always sanitizing my gadgets, it’s works very well love the look of it and it’s easy to use on my iPad. I definitely recommend this product.
Date published: 2021-09-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jfits from
Great stylus!
I really enjoy this stylus, I’ve been looking for one for a while that was affordable but would still work good with my iPad and this one is great! The tip is small so it’s easy to use and navigate without hitting multiple things as once, but it’s easy to hold and use to navigate my iPad.
Date published: 2021-09-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ally H from
Best Product!
I got this product from a friend for Christmas and I LOVED IT!!! I would definitely buy another because I gave mine to my grandmother to use for her iPad art, :(
Date published: 2023-05-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
elyse4000 from
Great stylus and it's antimicrobial!
This Targus antimicrobial active stylus for iPad is great! I love to draw and color on my iPad, and this stylus helps with that. When I use this stylus, it actually feels similar to when I’m drawing or coloring on paper, which I love. I especially love that this stylus is unique in the fact that it is antimicrobial. This is a great feature, especially in this time of the pandemic. I highly recommend this stylus!
Date published: 2021-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Slaying from
It’s waterproof
When I accidentally spilled water it still worked so I give this Item a 5 star review
Date published: 2023-03-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ave22 from
Mid
I received this as a gift and I liked it at first but the tips wears out wayyy too fast and it becomes really inconsistent when turning on which wastes a lot of time.
Date published: 2023-04-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Crystalgay from
Works great.
Received this about 2 weeks ago. This works great on my iPad. My 7 yr old loves to use it when he’s playing his games. It’s great for any age. Great for writing or for any kind of work you have to do on the iPad. Great quality.
Date published: 2021-09-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JB from
Very Dissatisfied
The stylus worked ONCE with my 4th generation iPad. Then broke. Tried searching for support online and found essentially nothing. Complete waste of $70. Unfortunately, I discarded the box. So, I guess Targus gets to keep my $ and I get a $70 lesson in a company I no longer trust.
Date published: 2023-08-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sam from
Great Low Cost Alternative To Apple Pencil
I bought this stylus for use with my iPad mini 6. At half the price of a 2nd Gen Apple Pencil, I was really excited to see how the two compare.
The tip of the stylus is extremely precise and just as sensitive as the Apple Pencil. I use it primarily with the Procreate app, and all brushes behave the way I'd expect - very happy about that. It comes with an extra tip in case the first one wears out and spare tips are also available for additional purchase.
The stylus goes dormant after you don't use it for a while. To reactivate, you just tap the blunt end and a little blue light will turn on to let you know it's active.
The stylus is magnetic and will attach to the side of my iPad mini; however, it doesn't recharge while it's in that position. Minus 1 star for needing to charge the stylus with a USB-C cable separately when it runs out of battery.
Overall I'm happy I bought it and can't wait to take it with me to sketch while traveling!
Date published: 2022-01-27T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
ChristineA from
Hard to connect
I got this because i like to draw and i wanted something to use with the iPad. I had an extremely hard time getting it to connect. There were no included instructions to get it to connect so i had to google answers. After multiple attempts and turning off the iPad 2 times i was finally able to get it to work. It works well and is somewhat heavier than a normal pencil but I’ll get used to that. I do have to watch the pressure i use, it doesn’t seem to have a pressure sensitivity. I do like that i can lean my hand on the iPad and draw without it interfering. I look forward to getting better with it and using it for drawing and writing on the iPad
Date published: 2021-09-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jeff01 from
Nice stylus, but how do you turn it on correctly?
So I bought one of these about a week ago. Still getting used to it. When it's on, it writes very well with my 6th generation iPad. It works smoothly and without skipping. I have no idea what the antimicrobial thing is, but that's not really why I bought it. The thing is, I have a lot of trouble getting it to turn on! I have it touch it at least 10-15 times before it comes on, so I wonder if there is something wrong with the stylus itself. If anyone out there has an idea for how to improve the way I'm turning it on, please do let me know. I'm following the directions that came with it to tap the end twice. That almost never works.
Date published: 2023-11-02T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ana C from
Perfect
This stylus pen is perfect! It was very easy to set up just double tap the tip to turn it on and you’re ready to go. It is not heavy, magnetic so it sticks to your iPad. Perfect for drawing on your iPad or for writing. All in all I am extremely happy with it. If you want to avoid spending a lot of money purchasing the original I think this brand is the best option it exceeded my expectations.
Date published: 2021-11-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
IShane from
Awesome tool. But I wasted my money.
Love the design. The feel. Everything about it. Minus jt doesn’t work. I can not get it to work j my iPhone. Maybe it’s me. Maybe it’s broken. Maybe it just doesn’t work in iPhone. J dunno. But I know I wasted my money.
Date published: 2023-03-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jessfos from
Nice
This stylus is so nice and definitely has a long charge use. I can sign forms or draw right from my iPad with no issues. It’s lightweight and convenient. It doesn’t take long to charge up and magnetize to my iPad when I’m not using it.
Date published: 2021-09-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LomaAmma from
Yes please!
This stylus is really great! It works on our iPads perfectly, and is great for writing and clicking on small details on the screens. I would highly recommend to anyone who has an iPad, especially for playing games or for my little one to do their homework. Must have!
Date published: 2021-10-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
odins dad from
Amazing Quality and style
Previous I was using a generic stylus with my ipad. It worked but was not smooth or very accurate. This stylus feels and works great. It has a nice weight to it and is very accurate. I like to use this to capture notes and this helps make my hand writing very clear.
Date published: 2021-09-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Britterz from
So glad I got this pen!
I got this pen for my iPad so I could use it many different ways. It did not disappoint! It’s easy to use, sturdy, durable and not lightweight like others I’ve tried in the past. This pen will last awhile and I’m excited! I’d definitely recommend this stylus if you are looking for one. It hasn’t disappointed me yet!
Date published: 2021-11-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
St3phi3w3phi3 from
Excellent
I have used the Targus US - Antimicrobial Active Stylus for iPad for about a week now and love how easy it was to turn on and instantly start at tasks with my iPad. It is very precise and I love taking notes and completing my drawings on it with the pen before work starts the next day.
Date published: 2021-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SKW2000 from
Works Fantastic!!
I use my IPad with a stylus all the time when I’m creating designs. Over the last few years I’ve tried many different brands of stylus’ and in my honest opinion this stylus is the best one I’ve ever used. The Targus Antimicrobial Active Stylus is most definitely my favorite. I can design for 10 hours before it goes dead and it also has a very long standby time. It’s made with DefenseGuard Antimicrobial Protection in the finish of the stylus pencil. It also comes with an extra tip, a cord to charge, and you don’t have to use Bluetooth or download anything for it to work. The quality of this product is impeccable!! This is by far my favorite stylus pencil for my artwork. It works so well just writing notes for myself in the notes app on my iPad. Hands down the best I’ve ever used!!!!
Date published: 2021-09-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
FawnH from
Love it
This pen is so easy to use. It is very accurate. You truly feel like you are using a regular pencil, or pen, etc. I have not experienced any lagging. I use the pen to color and shade. It feels so sturdy, I can’t believe how affordable it is compared to the brand pen. I feel so lucky to have bought this. Amazing quality, I highly recommend.
Date published: 2021-09-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Haynes from
A lot of features
Great stylus love the antimicrobial feature don’t have to constantly wipe off the stylus after every usage. I like that you don’t have to press hard in order to make it write or draw. Cool feature just tap the top of the pencil twice to turn it on and off, No need to Bluetooth the stylus it connected to my iPad Pro with no problem and Stays charged a long time and does take long to charge up. Also, Comes with a extra tip that’s recommended to be changed after 1000 hrs. Nice stylus.
Date published: 2021-09-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
iMom08 from
Excellent
I received this stylus in exchange for my review. I opened the package and immediately put on the charger. After about 20 minutes I decided I needed to try it out. There are no hoops to set up, just tap to turn on and use! So simple! The sensitivity is amazing. I really wasn’t expecting too much, but this thing really works like a dream. It’s great for art, writing and really anything that your thumbs might be a bit large for. I am going to get another for my kids!
Date published: 2021-12-15T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Trixiesue from
Love it
I really like the Antimicrobial Active Stylus for iPad. It works better than I thought it would. It doesn’t matter how your writing looks as long as the iPad can read it. It’s so much easier than using your finger to tap stuff too. Now if you could use it on phones too that would be great!
Date published: 2021-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Bj14san from
Works great, so many features
I really like this stylus. It connected automatically to my iPad, no set up required. The battery life is amazing, I’ve been using it for several hours for a few days now and haven’t had to charge it once. I’m surprised by how many features it has. It’s pressure sensitive, but you have to angle the pen to get the full effect. I’m really looking forward to using it more.
Date published: 2021-09-10T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
KoopaTroopa from
Cannot connect or use it to device
I was very excited to bring this stylus home. I figured out how to charge and turn it on even though there were no instructions. It feels great and looks great. I like the flat side so it will not roll. However, the stylus will not interact with my device. Not an iPad and not an iPhone. I know that other styli (plural of stylus) do work on my phone, which is an iPhone 13. I cannot seem to get this device to interact. If it’s giving off an electrical field at the tip, it should just work without a problem it does not seem to connect to Bluetooth. And if there is a secret connection, that’s very disturbing because it means that this pen is hooking up to my device in a way that I’m not able to observe or manage. At least with Bluetooth I can see what’s going on there. I have no idea what malware or spyware could be in the microchips of the stylus. It’s concerning if there is a intelligent connection going on between pen and device, but it’s not Bluetooth and I’m not able to manage it or observe what’s coming through. There could be data transfer going on. It’s clearly not giving off a simple electric field. I have one phone with TikTok and one phone that does not have TikTok. That’s another concern. If there is intelligent data transfer, which may or may not be with Bluetooth, but is NOT managed through the Bluetooth or some other menu on my phone, I can’t control it. But if there’s intelligent data, it could pick up the bugs from The TikTok, and transfer it to my phone that I’m not willing to put TikTok on. It could transfer any data for that matter. It’s very concerned to me if there’s an intelligent connection that is being done secretly and surreptitiously between the devices without my awareness and control. But the biggest issue that brings this up at all is that it just didn’t work initially. Probably because I have Security on my phone that is blocking such connections…. I don’t know maybe it just doesn’t work.
Date published: 2023-10-21T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Schoolmom from
Buy something else cannot find replacement tips
Cannot find replacement tips not even available on Targus website. Do not waste your money. Targus tips very fragile ...break right away. cheap one from Amazon still on original tip since September.
Date published: 2023-12-02T00:00:00-05:00