A stylus bearing Log’s name might conjure up the idea of a heavy, bulky digital pen, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Adonit uses the name to draw attention not only to the pen casing, but also because each one is made from sustainable wood. This means the grain pattern of each log is unique, a nice change from the identical plastic that adorns most styluses.
In the hand, the Log feels light and very comfortable to use, with a matte finish that still offers ample grip for precise writing. It’s also lightweight, at just 13g, once again mocking its name.
At one end of the wooden case you’ll find a USB-C charging port, while the other houses the 1mm tip. The latter is also replaceable, with new nibs available from Adonit for around $15/£15. This means that the Log can be kept in good working order for a long time, which is in line with its durability motive.
To pair the Log, just press the slim but ton on the side. When the blue light turns on, it automatically connects to the iPad and you’re good to go. It’s not even Bluetooth, so I suspect Adonit is using some sort of sorcery.
Writing is very smooth, with the tip gliding easily across the screen and producing no noticeable lag or jerkiness that can affect other styluses. I found it excellent for note taking, even over long sessions, as the lightweight frame and consistent performance made me forget the journal and get on with my writing. Adonit’s palm rejection technology also means you can easily press your hand against the iPad screen without foreign characters appearing in the document or other quirks.
You don’t get the pressure sensitivity found on the Apple Pencil, so you can’t create thicker and thinner lines by pressing harder or softer, which rules it out for those who want to create digital art on their iPad.
Battery life is excellent, with a one-hour charge for around 24 hours of use. If you don’t want to wait that long, put it on charge for about five minutes and you can write for an hour.
If you’re looking for a simple stylus for jotting down and navigating the iPad interface, you can’t go wrong with the Adonit Journal.