Brush tips: the fan favorite
Brush tips flex. That makes them feel closer to painting: you can cover large regions quickly, then use the point for small corners without switching tools.
- Great for smooth fills and soft shading.
- Great for organic shapes (hair, fur, clouds).
- Less great for tiny micro-details (unless paired with a fine tip).
Chisel tips: speed for big areas
Chisel tips cover large areas fast, which is satisfying on big shapes. They are also great for straight-ish edges if you use the corner.
Fine tips: precision (with tradeoffs)
Fine tips shine for small details, outlines, and tiny pattern work. The downside is they can feel scratchy if you try to fill large regions, and that can cause streaks if you're not overlapping strokes.
A simple recommendation for most coloring book fans
Best all-around combo
If you're buying one set: brush + chisel is the most versatile for coloring pages. If you love tiny details: brush + fine.
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FAQ
Do tip types affect bleed-through?
Indirectly. Tips that lay down more ink (like broad chisels) can saturate paper faster, which can increase bleed-through on thin pages.
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