Derwent Inktense Drawing Pencils in 12-color set vs Castle Art Supplies 120-Pencil Color Set in Presentation Tin
Overall winner: Castle Art Supplies 120-Pencil Color Set in Presentation Tin
Key Differences
Choose Derwent Inktense (A) if you want highly vibrant, water-soluble pencils that become permanent when dry and prefer a more affordable, compact 12-color set. Choose Castle Art Supplies (B) if you need a very large 120-color range with soft, buttery laydown and organized, numbered pencils but accept some reports of lead breakage and durability concerns
Derwent Inktense Drawing Pencils in 12-color set
Water-soluble drawing pencils with a 4mm core for bold, vibrant color. Works dry or washed with water for ink-like effects; pencils dry to a permanent finish. Customer notes emphasize bright pigmentation and ease of use for beginners
Pros
- vibrant color payoff
- water-soluble with dry/wet versatility
- permanent color when dry
- easy for beginners
Cons
- colors may bleed if not fully dry
- requires care to prevent water smearing
- limited color range to 12 colors
Castle Art Supplies 120-Pencil Color Set in Presentation Tin
Premium 120-color pencil set with soft, durable cores and color-coded layers for easy selection. Consumers praise rich, vibrant pigment and smooth layering, with notes on value for money
Pros
- 120-color range organized by color families
- soft yet durable cores with smooth laydown
- color-coded, named and numbered for easy selection
- creamy, blendable pigments
Cons
- some users report leads breakage
- durability of leads may vary by use
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Derwent |
| Durability | Castle Art Supplies |
| Versatility | Derwent |
| User Reviews | Tie |