For those seeking multi functional pens, a laser pointer pen may be what you need to have a good laser pointer for presentations while also having a writing tool on hand. At many presentations and meetings, being able to switch from presenting to noting down questions and reminders on a whim can spare a great deal of time and effort. As well, it grants the illusion of being well prepared, as you can simply flip the pointer over to write as needed.

When you are selecting your laser pointer pen, you may find yourself paying much more for the combination of a pen and pointer, especially if you want a good quality laser beam, or a beam color other than the typical red. Green, blue and yellow laser pointers are available with a pen, but they are usually significantly more expensive in comparison to the red pointers.

As a rule, when you go to purchase your laser pointer pen, you will have the choice of the beam color and the ink color. In many cases, there will be a selection of shaft styles as well. Due to the popularity and high demand of elegant pens with laser pointers, chrome and other metal pens will be predominate, although there are also matte laser pointer pens available.

There are other uses for a laser pointer pen beyond meetings. For engineers and inspectors, these pens can be used to point out surface structural issues while filling the primary purpose of being a pen. This is particularly useful for inspectors who are working for potential buyers on industrial and residential buildings. This style of laser pointer pen is typically selected for durability and strength of the laser, rather than appearance. This style is typically thick, built to protect the electronics of the laser while being thin enough to function as a pen. Many of the laser pointers built into this style of pen have a broad laser that is visible at long ranges. This makes them particularly good at outdoor use, even in direct sunlight. Laser pointers with smaller beams are harder to see in the outdoors. Due to the use of the pens outdoors, it is strongly suggested to use red, as green, blue and yellow pens are typically harder to see in direct sunlight.

Due to the popularity of laser pointer pens, it is possible to purchase your laser pointer pen at local retail stores. However, you can get special ordered pens online that have more features and functionality ordering online.