Pilot G2 vs Reylight Pineapple

91 facts in comparison

These products are from different categories (Everyday Carry Gear vs Flashlights), so direct comparison may not be meaningful.

Based on 114 Reddit opinions. Reylight Pineapple leads by 6 points.

114 opinions
Reylight Pineapple leads by 6pts
Pilot G2
77%
B
Based on
31 Redditors

Pilot G2

Limited Data
~$7.99
11 opinions

tldr; Office workhorse gel pen - r/pens says nothing fancy but reliable. The Honda Civic of pens.

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VS
Reddit's Pick
Reylight Pineapple
83%
B+
Based on
318 Redditors
Winner

Reylight Pineapple

103 opinions

tldr; AA/14500 premium EDC. Copper or brass body, simple UI. Steps down quickly but BIFL quality.

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Build QualityValue
🔧BUI
💰VAL
Points
77
Points

Score by Category

Build Quality
83%
Value
100%

Why is Reylight Pineapple better than Pilot G2?

  • Higher Reddit score (83% vs 77%)
  • Cu/brass options
  • AA or 14500
  • Premium build
Based on 349 Reddit opinions
Slight Edge

Reddit prefers the Reylight Pineapple

Winning by 6 points (83% vs 77%)

Cu/brass options
AA or 14500
Premium build
High confidence (349 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 349 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

Pilot G2
7.7/10
31 mentions
Reylight Pineapple
8.3/10
318 mentions
ACTION
Pilot G20.0/10
Reylight PineappleN/A
BUILD QUALITY
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple8.3/10
BRIGHTNESS
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple7.7/10
VALUE
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple10.0/10
UI
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple4.3/10
EMITTER
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple10.0/10
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Head to Head

Head to Head

Pilot G2: 0|Reylight Pineapple: 6
Action
Pilot G20%
Reylight PineappleN/A
Build QualityReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple83%
BrightnessReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple77%
ValueReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple100%
UiReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple43%
EmitterReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple100%
RuntimeReylight Pineapple
Pilot G2N/A
Reylight Pineapple56%
Pilot G277%
Reylight Pineapple83%
Reylight Pineapple wins by 6 points

Key Specs

SpecPilot G2Reylight Pineapple
Ink Type
Gel ink, water-resistant, smear-proof
Tip Size
0.7 mm (Fine point)
Tip Type
Conical
Grip
Contoured, cushioned-rubber grip
Barrel
Translucent

Key Highlights

Pilot G2
💰 ~$2 per pen (budget king)
🖊️ 0.7mm gel ink (smooth writing)
🔄 Retractable mechanism
🏢 Office supply staple
Reylight PineappleWinner
💎 Cu/brass options
🔋 AA or 14500
🔧 Premium build
⚙️ Simple UI

Topic Battles

Pilot G2: 0|Tied: 0|Reylight Pineapple: 2
🔧Build Quality
Reylight Pineapple wins
Pilot G2
Reylight Pineapple
83%
💰Value
Reylight Pineapple wins
Pilot G2
Reylight Pineapple
100%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 2 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Reylight Pineapple

Best Praise
+20 pts
As a flashlight reviewer, I’ll take the last portion of your post. I think the Pineapple Mini is not only one of Rey’s best lights, but one of the best 10440s on the market. I used to have a dozen of them. I still have two, a double AA length one, and a Mk1 with 219b. My extensive pineapple mini collection was slowly replaced by the much more expensive CWF Micro 10440s.
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Top Criticism
+5 pts
Came here to recommend reylight…[this one](https://www.killzoneflashlights.com/products/reylight-pineapple-mini-penlight?srsltid=AfmBOoo2Kl6AaVS3eZukAoN9ryylyqgHopeat11suf4h6qvmIi2wXn6q), specifically, but it looks like they’re out of stock everywhere (maybe discontinued?). The battery life of the 1 x AAA version of the pineapple mini is pretty awful (as with all 10440 lights), so maybe consider the LANapple (I love mine).
r/flashlight
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Pilot G2

Best Praise
+1 pts
Pilot G2 all the way. Wish my current big idea pen took them. (The baseline capped). I use a pocket pro at work with the G2 refill and it's great too.
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Top Criticism
+1 pts
As a pen enthusiast, I recommend trying out Pentel Energel refills instead of the G2 ones. They write just as buttery smooth if not more, and the ink *doesn't smear immediately after writing and brushing you hand across it*. It feels like an objectively better direct upgrade. They fit the same, come in the same thickness and colors, cost is comparable, and they won't smear. :)
r/EDC
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📈Historical Price Data

Pilot G2
Reylight Pineapple
$9$18$27$36Apr '25Jun '25Sep '25Sep '25Nov '25Jan '26Mar '26Mar '26Mar '26Apr '26Low: $5.69Low: $34.99Current: $7.99
Pilot G2
All-time low: $1.29(2022-05)
Reylight Pineapple
All-time low: $34.99(2026-01)

Which is Better?

Reylight Pineapple Wins
83%
Pineapple
vs
77%
G2

Reylight Pineapple leads by 6 points based on 349 Reddit opinions.

Why Reylight PineappleWinner
  • 💎 Cu/brass options
  • 🔋 AA or 14500
  • 🔧 Premium build
  • More discussed (318 vs 31)
Why Pilot G2
  • 💰 ~$2 per pen (budget king)
  • 🖊️ 0.7mm gel ink (smooth writing)

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

28%Positive
Positive
28%
Neutral
67%
Negative
5%
Based on 318 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

29%Positive
Positive
29%
Neutral
65%
Negative
6%
Based on 31 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Reylight Pineapple or Pilot G2?
Based on 349 Reddit comments, Reylight Pineapple is the preferred choice with 83% positive sentiment vs Pilot G2's 77%. Reylight Pineapple leads by 6 percentage points.
Should I buy Reylight Pineapple or Pilot G2?
If you want the safer choice based on community sentiment, Reylight Pineapple has stronger approval ratings (83% vs 77%). However, Pilot G2 may still be better depending on your specific needs, budget, or use case.
What do Redditors love about Reylight Pineapple?
Reddit users highlight: Cu/brass options. AA or 14500. Premium build. With 318 mentions and 83% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Pilot G2?
Reddit users highlight: 2 per pen (budget king). 0.7mm gel ink (smooth writing). Retractable mechanism. With 31 mentions and 77% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 349 Reddit comments: 318 about Reylight Pineapple and 31 about Pilot G2. Data was sourced from Everyday Carry Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

114 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 4/15/2026