Prismacolor Premier Soft Core Colored Pencils, 36 Color vs Castle Art Supplies 72 Colouring Pencils Set – Wood-cased, oil-based cores
Overall winner: Castle Art Supplies 72 Colouring Pencils Set – Wood-cased, oil-based cores
Key Differences
Prismacolor Premier (A) is a 36-count set known for a very soft, creamy texture and ultra-smooth, richly saturated pigments, and it sits in a more affordable price tier. Castle Art Supplies (B) offers twice the color range (72 colors), emphasizes rich vibrant colors with easy layering and blending, but both have reports of lead breakage, giving mixed durability feedback
Prismacolor Premier Soft Core Colored Pencils, 36 Color
Prismacolor Premier colored pencils with soft cores for smooth shading and vibrant colors. Noted for blendability and creamy texture, ideal for adult coloring and drawing
Pros
- soft-core for shading
- ultra-smooth color laydown
- richly saturated pigments
- good blendability
Cons
- leads may break easily (per customer reports)
Castle Art Supplies 72 Colouring Pencils Set – Wood-cased, oil-based cores
Professional-style colouring pencils with rich color, smooth layering, and durable feel. Customers note strong color range and easy blending, though durability feedback is mixed
Pros
- rich color range
- smooth blending
- easy to layer
- soft in hand
Cons
- durability mixed feedback
- lead breakage reported by some users
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Prismacolor |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Castle Art Supplies |
| User Reviews | Prismacolor |