Paper Mate Ink Joy 8pk 300RT Ballpoint Pens 1.0mm Black: Retractable, Rubber Grip, Pocket Clip, Stationery, Office Supplies
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These pens are highly praised for their smooth writing experience and comfortable grip, making them ideal for everyday use, whether at work or home. Guests appreciate the retractable design that prevents ink from drying out and the variety of colors available. While some have experienced issues with leaking and inconsistent ink flow, the overall sentiment leans towards satisfaction with their performance and value for money. Many guests recommend these pens for their reliability and ease of use.
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4.6 out of 5 stars with 380 reviews
quality: 3.27 out of 5
value: 3.5 out of 5
57% would recommend
26 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
8 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
flows well and comfortable
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 August, 2026Verified purchase
Not a clean finish
I was looking for a smooth writing pen to write inside cards. This pen does glide smoothly but the ink gets thick in spots and creates blobs. Not at all what I was looking for.
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
20 July, 2026Verified purchase
All good .
It's all good. Haven't tried the white tape yet.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
24 June, 2026
leaky pen
the pens leak from the top clicker and they twist and come undone also.
1 reply from targetcom team - 1 month ago
Hello. Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Paper Mate InkJoy 300RT Ballpoint Pens (8-Pack). We're sorry to hear that the pens did not perform as expected. We understand how frustrating it is when ink leaks from the top clicker and the barrel twists loose during use, making the pens unreliable. To help, we recommend ensuring the barrel is fully tightened before use and storing the pens with the tip retracted when not in use. If ink has leaked around the click mechanism, gently wiping the area with a soft cloth may help, but we understand that this does not resolve the underlying issue you experienced. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. For further support, please reach out to us via our Contact Us form on our website. We’re available Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! PaperMate® Consumer Care
3 out of 5 stars
30 December, 2025Verified purchase
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Ink did not last long !
1 reply from targetcom team - 6 months ago
Hello. Thank you for reaching out to us. We are very sorry to hear that the Paper Mate Ink Joy 8pk 300RT Ballpoint Pens ink did not last long, that is not the experience we want for you at all. Your feedback is valuable to us and it will be shared with the appropriate team for further review as we continue to improve. For further support, please reach out to us via our Contact Us form on our website. We’re available Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! PaperMate® Consumer Care
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
22 August, 2025Verified purchase
Paper Mate Ink Joy Pens
I have to say that these are my favorite pens. So far, they have always been dependable to write smooth with no skipping. And they are priced very fair for the number of pens i got (8). I can recommend them without hesitation.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
5 August, 2025Verified purchase
No to this pen
They call it a ballpoint pen but it is more like a gel pen ugh! If I wanted ink to be so "ultra smooth" as they put it I would have ordered a gel pen. Hate these pens. Note to self, if it says "ultra" smooth that means the ink is very fluid and does drip on to your fingers & does not wash off immediately. I just want a normal 1.0 m retractable pen and yes...like the ones before we had a billion to choose from that we don't even want. blah Sorry PaperMate.
1 reply from targetcom team - 11 months ago
Hello, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your detailed feedback on our InkJoy® 300RT Retractable Ballpoint Pens. We’re sorry to hear the pens didn’t perform as expected and that the ink was runny, leading to a messy experience. We value your feedback and it will be forwarded to the appropriate department for further review. If you require assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us directly. You can do so via the 'Contact Us' form on our official website or via Live Chat. We’re available Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm Eastern Time. Thank you! Paper Mate® Consumer Care
1 out of 5 stars
13 June, 2025Verified purchase
Poor pens
Do not recommend. I have had several issues from mechanics of the pen pushing, the ink not coming out of brand new pens, and the pens not lasting
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
15 April, 2025Verified purchase
Fave pen
My favorite pen. They write smooth and lightweight. They don’t smear when highlighting over it. They’re are reasonably cheap compared to other brands.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
15 October, 2024Verified purchase
Favorite Pens
These pens are comfortable and write really well
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 August, 2024Verified purchase
Poor build, but write decently
They have a hard time opening and closing on command. Sometimes they get stuck.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 April, 2024Verified purchase
PaperMate is the way to go!
These pens are so comfortable to write with, I have been using them for years. I have different colors too. Love them!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
23 February, 2023Verified purchase
Not the Best, Not the Worst
The ink is good; it is not the type that will bleed through, which means after a while you may have to help the pen get going again. Overall, I like them, they’re a good pen for the price, and I like that I don’t have to keep track of a pen cap
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
13 February, 2023Verified purchase
Problem with click mechanism
3 of the 8 pens have problems with the click mechanism. One feels like it's rubbing against something and will lower, but it isn't smooth; one is difficult to click but finally gets there although it is definitely tedious to deal with; and the third won't lower the ballpoint pen beyond half way and gets stuck there. I've never had so much trouble with new pens.
1 reply from targetcom team - 3 years ago
Hi, Laura. Thank you for sharing your review with PaperMate, and sorry to hear that your 300RT Ballpoint Pens have click mechanism issue. Please contact us directly, so we can have it resolved. We look forward to assisting you.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
5 January, 2023Verified purchase
So smooth and good quality
My boyfriend and I loooove these pens! We’re both servers and they’re great! They don’t leak, they’re nice to write with AND the price is good for how many you’re getting. I have had customers tell me how they like my pens.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 December, 2022Verified purchase
don't work!
was looking forward to having new pens for work but they're really unreliable! have to scribble for the pen to work every time you need to write something
1 reply from targetcom team - 4 years ago
Hello, Minty. We are sorry to hear this kind of experience you've had with Paper Mate Ink Joy 300RT. We'll be more than happy to get this issue resolved with you. Please contact us directly.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
4 April, 2022Verified purchase
Pens that suck
All broke within a week
1 reply from targetcom team - 4 years ago
Hi. Thanks for sharing your review with Paper Mate, and sorry to hear all your 300RT Pens broke within a week of use. This is definitely not the kind of experience we want you to have. When you have a sec, please contact Paper Mate directly to have it resolved. Have a nice day!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
2 April, 2022Verified purchase
Bought for Work
These pens write very nice and easily. I got them to use at work as a server. Love them I will definitely be buying them again when I need more pens.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
10 December, 2021Verified purchase
Poor Quality
This ink is very inconsistent. And it stops working after only a few uses.
1 reply from targetcom team - 5 years ago
Hi. Thanks for sharing your review with Paper Mate, and sorry to hear your 300RT Pens are skipping. Please reach out to us directly, so we can have your concern addressed. Let's turn this experience around for you!
5 out of 5 stars
24 September, 2021
originally posted on papermate
Great pens!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love these pens! It glides so nicely on paper and the quality is great! This is definitely my go to pen at work! The ink in the pen last forever, and never seems to run out. No bleeding through the paper either. You won't be disappointed with these!