Amazon Basics Premium Colored Pencils 24 Count, Soft Core, Multicolor, Back to School Supplies (Pack of 1)

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 27,940 ratings

Price: 7.58

Last update: 12-26-2024


About this item

Set of 24 premium colored pencils for fine detail drawing, sketching, shading, and layering
Artist-quality lead for soft and smooth application in a variety of rich, saturated pigments
Pre-sharpened to save time; easy to resharpen as needed
Thick cores resist breakage and provide longer-lasting use
Includes a tin storage case with a detachable lid and a built-in tray to keep the pencils organized and protected
Conforms to ASTM D4236
Product Dimensions: ‎7.5 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches (LxWxH)

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Marcia
5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING!!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2024
I have bought Primsacolor pencils for years.
I decided to try Amazon pencils, as they were on sale for $4.99 (59% off), I figured "no loss" if not good quality, only out $4.99 or Better Yet, return for full refund guaranteed!
MUCH TO MY SURPRISE!!!! >>>Amazon Basics-Premium colored pencils are Just as good as Primsacolor!!! (I also purchased more Primsacolor @ same time, which were $24.00 (@45% off; I just now returned them> see comments below).
NOTE: I decided to color a picture using the "Blue" pencil from each pack, using them side by side, on the same picture, that of a river.
The Primsacolor pencil said "True Blue".
The Amazon pencil said "Blue".
RESULTS??? The Primsacolor "True Blue" that was colored beside, but Not touching, or overlapping the Amazon "Blue", is in fact, a Pure Undeniable Turquoise! and the AMAZON "Blue'' is actually the TRUE Blue, as we all know "Blue" to be, SINCE the INVENTION of Colored Pencils in 1924 by Faber-Castell and Caran d'Ache!!!
NOTE: There were no other pencils in the Primsacolor pack of 24 count that said "Blue". I just wanted a "Plain Solid True Blue" pencil.
AMAZON YOU WON!!! Your "Blue" is actually TRUE BLUE! (Note: The Same Scenario happened with Primsacolor's Purple and Green!...same Exact situation!)
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IN SUMMARY: Amazon Won for Color AND Price!!!!!
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The Regular Price of Primsacolor set of 24 was $45.44, and the Regular Price of the Amazon set or 24 was $11.09. THAT IS A $34.35 in SAVINGS!!!! for ONE SET of 24 colored pencils!!
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(The SALE price was $24.80 for the Primsacolor and $4.99 for the Amazon.
That is still a $19.81 in SAVINGS!!!!
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Given the quality of both pencils (Primsacolor and Amazon), In my mind, that is unacceptable.
GO AMAZON!!
PS: Amazon, Your pencils are SOOO amazing, that I ordered Another LargerPpack that was just Now Delivered, and they are Just as Amazing!!! >>> A set of 72 COLORED PENCILS for $14.97 !!! (sale from ONLY $18.59 !!! compared to Primsacolor pack of 72 pencils for $ 72.90!!! (No sale) Really? Yes! Really! That's a SAVINGS of $54.31 for 72 colored pencils @ the REGULAR sales Price, NEVERMIND the AMAZON SALE PRICE, which brought the savings up to $58.23!!!!
THANK YOU AMAZON for making such a fine product!
Sincerely, from those of us who cannot afford to "throw" money away!!!!
, yet still possess excellent quality materials in order for us to thoroughly enjoy our art world.
I am Very Grateful and I am Hooked for Life!
R. Tinsley
5.0 out of 5 stars Great colors for beginner set
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024
These 24 colored pencils are great colors. The pencils are color labeled. I like that there are several color blends in the pack...like several shades of reds. I swatched and sample tested them all and they are easy to blend and with soft leads. They come in a tin so the points can stay sharp and easy to transport. The priced dropped crazy low and i was able to get them for a fabulous deal from Amazon. The pencil tin was very well packaged so there was no damage to it on arrival. I like also that there are bigger sets with more colors of pencils and will be grabbing one of those. They would make a great gift especially at this price...just grab a coloring book, gift bag, maybe a pencil sharpener and your gift is ready to go. Highly recommend!
Atasheh Demers
5.0 out of 5 stars I recommend this
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2024
I wasn’t sure about this when I saw it on Amazon, but the price was so good. I decided to try it. I like that they all arrived pre-sharpened, and that they do have pigment to the color Because I have purchased some color pencils before that are very light and barely have any color.
These arrived in a 10, which is really nice, it’s very thin and durable and the perfect size to discreetly place on a desk or in any art area.
Robert B.
4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly very decent colored pencils.
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2024
So I got these on a deal for $3 and not really expecting too much. Surprisingly these are pigmented and have very nice color to them. The color selection is very good. However where they are cheap I can tell the difference between Prismacolors and Amazon Basics. They are a little bit slick and plastic feeling when holding the pencil making them slightly uncomfortable to color with. They sharpen very well. They are not lightfast like prismas but behave like prismas without the breakages. Overall, the Amazon Basics are not lightfast at all and will fade. Amazon Basics are slightly lighter in color than prismacolors, but not by much. The size of the barrel is just a normal colored pencil size. I love the tin case it comes in. The cores of the pencil are centered well with thick cores. The overall coloring experience and performance of these pencils are good as they are easy to blend. These pencils are of good value, but not artists quality. I’d recommend these pencils if you’re on a budget and color for leisure or for fun. If you can catch a prismacolor on sale and more serious about your artwork, you’re much better off spending money on prismacolor or the other pricey brands for lightfastness.
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Robert B.
4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly very decent colored pencils.
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2024
So I got these on a deal for $3 and not really expecting too much. Surprisingly these are pigmented and have very nice color to them. The color selection is very good. However where they are cheap I can tell the difference between Prismacolors and Amazon Basics. They are a little bit slick and plastic feeling when holding the pencil making them slightly uncomfortable to color with. They sharpen very well. They are not lightfast like prismas but behave like prismas without the breakages. Overall, the Amazon Basics are not lightfast at all and will fade. Amazon Basics are slightly lighter in color than prismacolors, but not by much. The size of the barrel is just a normal colored pencil size. I love the tin case it comes in. The cores of the pencil are centered well with thick cores. The overall coloring experience and performance of these pencils are good as they are easy to blend. These pencils are of good value, but not artists quality. I’d recommend these pencils if you’re on a budget and color for leisure or for fun. If you can catch a prismacolor on sale and more serious about your artwork, you’re much better off spending money on prismacolor or the other pricey brands for lightfastness.
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William
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Pencils
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024
The colors are vibrant and smooth, with a nice, soft core that makes blending a breeze. I was pleasantly surprised at how well they layer, especially for the price.

The pencils feel comfortable to hold, and they don’t break easily when sharpening, which is a big plus. The 24-color set offers a good variety of shades for most of my projects, from sketching to more detailed work. If you’re a beginner or just need an affordable set for coloring or casual art, these are definitely worth it.
Joe
5.0 out of 5 stars A Crazy Deal!
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2024
I saw these for 3 bux during Prime Days and thought for that price I couldn't go wrong.

I am not a hardcore artist and only use them for occasional drawing, but they were fun to use and very forgiving - they seem to me be like a harder, sharper, small pastels. I was surprised by how well they blended and by their relative softness compared to other colored pencils I have used.

They are a total deal!
Rhett Barnard
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Basic
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
My children like to draw, so they hate just having a basic student set of colored pencils for school. This set gives them more colors and better quality at a similar price! The case is cute, durable, and thin. It keeps them organized and protected without taking much room in their backpack. These were a win for Mom!
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Rhett Barnard
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Basic
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
My children like to draw, so they hate just having a basic student set of colored pencils for school. This set gives them more colors and better quality at a similar price! The case is cute, durable, and thin. It keeps them organized and protected without taking much room in their backpack. These were a win for Mom!
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Maya
5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024
I purchased for my grandson next school year but OMG, the aluminum box, the crayons and the colors are so well done, that I wish I could keep them for me. If I decide to start coloring as a hobby, I will most definitely will be buying this again (but the bigger box).
Ladies and gentlemen, I DO RECOMMEND them for your kids and even for you.
Great purchase.

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