1st gen for sure, only option for pressure sensitivity. You’ll need the USB-C to Apple Pencil adapter if it isn’t included with the 1st gen Pencil. https://support.apple.com/en-us/108937 2nd gen and Pro are not compatible. Answer from HueSplat on reddit.com
Apple Support
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Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
You can use Apple Pencil (USB-C) ... generation) iPad (A16) iPad (10th generation) iPad mini (A17 Pro) iPad mini (6th generation) You can use Apple Pencil (2nd generation) only with these iPad models: iPad mini (6th generation) iPad Air (4th or 5th generation) iPad Pro 12.9-inch ...
Apple
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Apple Pencil compatibility with iPad models - Apple Support (CA)
Apple Pencil (1st generation) is compatible with the following models: iPad mini (5th generation) iPad (6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th generations) iPad (A16) iPad Air (3rd generation) iPad Pro 9.7-inch · iPad Pro 10.5-inch · iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd generation) See Pair and charge Apple ...
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Apple Community
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Compatible Apple Pencil for iPad A16 gene… - Apple Community
For clarity and avoidance of doubt, this iPad (A16) does · not support the second generation Pencil or Apple Pencil Pro.
Amazon
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Amazon.com: Pencil for Apple iPad A16 10th Generation, Fast Charge Stylus Pen for 2025-2018 iPad A16/11-6th Gen, Air 11"/13" M3/M2/5th-3rd, Pro 13"/11"/M4/12.9", Mini A17 Pro/6/5th Palm Rejection Tilt Sensitivity : Cell Phones & Accessories
Compatibility: The stylus pencil only works with iPads from 2018 onwards, including iPad Air 11 inch (2025-2024, M3/M2), iPad Air 13 inch (2025-2024, M3/M2), iPad Pro 11 inch (2024, M4), iPad Pro 13 inch (2024, M4), iPad A16/11th (2025), iPad 10th Gen (2022), iPad Pro 11 inch (2022-2018), iPad Pro 12.9 inch (2022-2018), iPad Air 5th/4th/3rd Gen, iPad Mini A17 Pro/7th/6th/5th Gen, and iPad 9th/8th/7th/6th Gen.
1st gen for sure, only option for pressure sensitivity. You’ll need the USB-C to Apple Pencil adapter if it isn’t included with the 1st gen Pencil. https://support.apple.com/en-us/108937 2nd gen and Pro are not compatible. Answer from HueSplat on reddit.com
Reddit
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r/ipad on Reddit: I'm confused which pencil to buy for ipad 11 gen a16, 2025???
June 1, 2025 -
I'M AN ARTIST BY THE WAY.
Someone said usb c do no have pressure sensitivity but then why is even recommended in the 1st place and idk if 1st or 2nd gen are usable on this ipad. Pls help
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1st gen for sure, only option for pressure sensitivity. You’ll need the USB-C to Apple Pencil adapter if it isn’t included with the 1st gen Pencil. https://support.apple.com/en-us/108937 2nd gen and Pro are not compatible.
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For the A16, you can use Apple Pencil (1st Generation) and Apple Pencil (USB-C), if you want pressure sensitivity, you’ll need the first gen. Check if it comes with the USB-C Apple Pencil adapter, otherwise you’ll need that too.
Apple
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Apple Pencil - Apple
Use Apple Pencil hover to preview your mark before you make it.1 Apple Pencil (USB‑C) pairs and charges via USB‑C and magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage.2 · iPad Pro 13-inch (M4 and M5) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd, 4th, 5th, ...
Reddit
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r/ipad on Reddit: is the apple pencil pro compatible with the ipad a16
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'just look it up 🤓)' I SWEAR I HAVE OH MY GOD- please help me im on my knees- i need to draw for college, i bought this ipad today and was sold the apple pencil pro with it- but after connecting it to the side and everything- it just is non existent- isnt showing up on the ipad at all, ive looked up to see if its compatible and im getting mixed answers- i just need someone with an a16 to tell me if the pencil pro works on it or anything. please- thank you
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If only there was a webpage on Apple’s site that showed the compatibility for all the Apple Pencil generation. Also, if only there was a way to find that page, say with a search engine or something. You obviously did not look very hard. https://support.apple.com/en-us/108937
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/108937 PencilPro is not compatible with iPad A16. You need first version pencil or USB-C pencil. Use above link to verify.
Asktech
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Is ipad 16 compatible with apple pencil pro? A16. 18.6.2. I bought the A16 a few weeks ago. Then bought an apple pencil
You can usually find this in Settings > General > About > Model Number. Customer: MD4G4LL/A JA: Thank you for providing the model number MD4G4LL/A for your A16 iPad. Have you already tried pairing the Apple Pencil Pro with your A16, and if so, what happened when you attempted to connect them?
Apple Community
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Apple Pencil 2 compatibility with iPad A16 - Apple Community
No. You can only use an Apple Pencil 1st Generation or Apple Pencil USB-C with it.
Apple Community
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Where can I find compatible 3rd party pen… - Apple Community
As you will note, the iPad A16 supports the USB-C and first generation Apple Pencil. The USB-C Pencil does not support pressure sensitivity, but the first generation Apple Pencil does support pressure sensing. Compatible third-party alternatives to Apple Pencil (e.g. Logitech Crayon, Zagg Pro ...
Digicape
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Apple Pencil Compatibility Guide: Which One is Right for Your iPad? | Digicape
iPad (A16) iPad (10th generation) iPad mini (A17 Pro) iPad mini (6th generation) The original Apple Pencil, still used with older iPads. Requires a USB-C adapter for charging on newer models. iPad mini (5th generation) iPad (6th, 7th, 8th and ...
Apple Community
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Which Apple Pencil should I get for my 11th generation iPad?
For clarity and avoidance of doubt, this iPad (A16) does · not support the second generation Pencil or Apple Pencil Pro.
iGeeksBlog
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Which iPads are compatible with Apple Pencil?
April 10, 2025 - If you need help deciding which Apple Pencil is right for your needs, check out our detailed comparison of Apple Pencil Pro vs USB-C, 1, and 2. Before you buy, check our which iPads work with the different Apple Pencil models as described below.