Short answer
Pagather acrylic markers are water-based dual tip paint pens: a brush tip for strokes and fills and an extra fine tip for detail. Sets come in 24, 36, 48, 72, 120 and 168 colors, plus a 12 pen black and white set and a 24 color metallic set. Pagather’s listing names paper, fabric and wood and calls the paint quick-drying and fade-resistant. We found no independent review to cite.
Pagather acrylic paint marker sets
Pagather acrylic marker sets on Amazon
| Set | Tips | Notes from the listing |
|---|---|---|
| 24 colors | Brush and extra fine | Starter set; names paper, fabric and wood |
| 36 and 48 colors | Brush and extra fine | More shades for coloring and crafts |
| 72, 120 and 168 colors | Brush and extra fine | Large sets for coloring books, gifts and classrooms |
| 12 pen black and white | Brush and extra fine | 6 black and 6 white pens |
| 24 color metallic | Dual tip | Metallic shades for dark paper and cards |
Set sizes are from Pagather listings on Amazon; several sizes appear under more than one listing.
The dual tip design
Pagather’s 24 color listing describes a dual-tip design: an extra-fine tip for intricate details and a brush tip for expressive brushstrokes. It promises rich pigmentation and good coverage, smooth ink flow, and paint that dries quickly to prevent smearing with a fade-resistant formula. Those are maker claims; we could not find independent testing of Pagather to confirm them.
The format has known trade-offs in general. In Sarah Renae Clark’s acrylic paint marker comparison, pump-action markers held up best on rock, while many direct-ink markers soaked into the stone and lost opacity. Brush tip dual pens tend to be at their best on paper and card, and soft brush tips wear faster on rough surfaces such as stone and raw wood.
Pagather black and white set
The 12 pen set has 6 black and 6 white dual tip markers. Pagather pitches it for lettering, contrast illustration, outlining and highlighting, and calls the ink highly opaque. Black and white run out first in most color sets, so a mono set is a practical refill. If white coverage on dark surfaces matters most, compare a pump white too; see white paint markers.
Pagather metallic acrylic paint markers
The metallic set has 24 colors with dual tips. Metallic acrylics look best on black or dark paper, gift tags and cards, where the shine reads. For other metallic pens, see metallic paint markers.
Best uses for Pagather markers
- Paper and coloring: the brush tip fills areas fast and the extra fine tip outlines. Use cardstock or mixed media paper to avoid buckling.
- Canvas: work on primed canvas; fill with the brush tip and detail with the fine tip, then varnish with a spray first coat. More on paint markers for canvas.
- Wood and crafts: sand smooth and wipe off dust first; seal handled pieces.
- Fabric: fine for decor; for clothes you wash often, a dedicated fabric marker is safer. See fabric markers.
- Rocks: paint an acrylic base coat first and plan two coats over dark stone.
Storage and care
Store dual tip markers horizontally with caps tight, so paint stays spread between both ends and neither tip dries out or floods. If a fine tip stops writing, cap it and store it tip down for a while, then try again. More fixes are in paint pen not working.
Pagather versus other budget sets
Pagather compared with other acrylic marker brands
| Brand | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pagather | Dual tip brush and extra fine | Sets from 24 to 168, plus mono and metallic sets |
| Arrtx | Brush, dual tip and direct ink | Wide range of set sizes |
| Shuttle Art | Direct ink brush, or dual tip | Placed second overall in an independent direct-ink comparison |
| Betem | Cotton nib dual tip | No pumping; sets up to 120 colors |
| Posca | Pump action | Best coverage; sold singly and in sets |
For how sets compare by size and mechanism, see acrylic marker sets; for the ranking by use, best acrylic markers.
Pagather acrylic markers on Amazon
Three color sets, the black and white set and the metallic set, each listing checked by hand.
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Pagather acrylic paint markers, 24 colors, dual tip
The starter set: extra fine and brush tips, per the listing.
- 24 colors
- Brush and extra fine
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Pagather acrylic paint markers, 36 colors, dual tip
The same dual tip pens in 36 colors.
- 36 colors
- Dual tip
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Pagather acrylic paint markers, 48 colors, dual tip
A larger range for coloring and craft projects.
- 48 colors
- Dual tip
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Pagather black white acrylic paint markers, 12 dual tip pens
Six black and six white pens for lettering, outlines and highlights, per the listing.
- 12 pens
- Black and white
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Pagather metallic acrylic paint markers, 24 colors
Metallic dual tip pens for dark paper, cards and tags.
- 24 metallics
- Dual tip
Each pick links to an Amazon listing we checked by hand. Prices, colors and pack sizes change on Amazon, so check the listing before you buy. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Questions people ask
What markers can you use on acrylic?
On dry acrylic paint, water-based acrylic paint markers such as Pagather, Posca or Sharpie Creative sit naturally on top and layer well. On acrylic plastic sheet, paint markers write well but can be wiped or scratched off; oil-based paint markers grip slick plastic better. Test on a scrap, and avoid harsh solvents when cleaning acrylic sheet.
What’s the difference between paint pens and markers?
A paint pen holds opaque paint, water-based acrylic or oil-based, that sits on top of the surface and covers it. A regular marker holds ink, usually dye, that soaks in and stays translucent. So a Pagather paint pen in white shows on black paper, while a white felt marker would not.
Do acrylic markers wash off?
On porous surfaces such as paper, wood, canvas and stone, dry acrylic marker is water resistant and effectively permanent. On smooth surfaces such as glass, glazed ceramic and plastic, it can wash or scratch off unless sealed or cured as the maker directs. Fresh marks wipe away with a damp cloth before they dry, which is handy for fixing mistakes.
What are some good acrylic markers for canvas?
Any opaque water-based acrylic marker works on primed canvas. Pump markers such as Posca cover strongly; budget dual tip sets such as Pagather, Arrtx or Shuttle Art give a wide color range with a brush tip for fills and a fine tip for detail. Liquitex makes artist-grade acrylic markers. Seal finished canvases with a spray varnish first.
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Last reviewed 2026-10-12. Specs and availability change; check the listing before you buy.