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title: "engraving pen — $4.1M/yr Amazon United States Niche, Score 60/100 - Flapen"
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# **engraving pen**

**Worth a look**

Shows a $4.1M/yr market, but a failed launch gate (market size, growth, or returns) keeps it on the watch list.

Market size 97Growth 13Conversion 54Competition 40Returns 60Price range 92Avg price 95Brand share 71Review moat 43Quality gap 73

**Market size**

**Incredible****$4.1M**

$4.1M/yr · 2.7M searches

**Avg price**

**Incredible****$34.28**

avg listing price — sweet spot $15–$100

**Price range**

**Great****$12.66–$66.32**

cheapest to priciest tracked listing — scored on the share inside $15–$100

**Quality gap**

**Good****4.3★**

avg incumbent rating — lower means beatable quality

**Brand share**

**Good****63%**

top-5 brand share — brands hold most of the demand

**Returns**

**Good****2.6%**

return rate — above 6% kills the launch gate

**Conversion**

**Good****4.4%**

search→purchase rate — share of searches ending in a sale

**Review moat**

**Okay****2,222**

avg incumbent reviews — the moat a new listing must climb

**Competition**

**Okay****61%**

top-5 click share — leaders hold, buyers still browse

**Growth**

**Bad****-23.2%**

90-day search growth — must beat 0% to launch

According to Flapen's Amazon United States niche tracking, engraving pen is a $4.1M/yr Amazon United States market (2.7M searches/yr). The top 5 brands hold 63% of demand. Demand peaks in Nov–Dec. Verdict: Worth a look — 60/100.

Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · scored weekly · [~~How we score niches ~~](https://flapen.com/research/methodology)

## **Market data**

<dl>

<dt>**Units sold / yr**</dt><dd>**125K–150K**</dd><dd>avg 8,000–10,000/product</dd>

<dt>**Revenue / yr**</dt><dd>**$4.3M–$5.1M**</dd><dd>units × avg price</dd>

<dt>**Launch success**</dt><dd>**78%**</dd><dd>7 of 9 new (360d)</dd>

<dt>**Conversion rate**</dt><dd>**4.4%**</dd>

<dt>**Avg BSR**</dt><dd>**#127**</dd>

<dt>**Page quality**</dt><dd>**0%**</dd>

<dt>**Prime**</dt><dd>**100%**</dd>

<dt>**Sponsored**</dt><dd>**95%**</dd>

<dt>**Out of stock**</dt><dd>**2.2%**</dd>

<dt>**Avg brand age**</dt><dd>**39 months**</dd>

<dt>**Avg seller age**</dt><dd>**180 days**</dd>

</dl>

## **Competition**

The top 5 products take 61% of clicks — established leaders, but buyers still shop beyond them.

**Brands**

**18 **▲rising

**Sellers**

**52**

**Top-5 brand share**

**63%**

Top 20: 100%

**Top-5 click share**

**61%**

Top 20: 98%

**Open market**

**30%**

- Resparked21% - General Tools15% - Craft Culture10% - Fanttik8% - CBVCBV8% - Vanlgs7%

## **Demand & seasonality**

Weekly Amazon search volume, last 104 weeks — -23.2% search growth over the last 90 days.

400K300KPrime Day '24Spike '24Holiday '24Spike '25Prime Day '25Black Friday '25 seasonSepDecMarJunAugNovMarMay

Peak months: Nov, Dec · busiest ÷ quietest = 7.2×

[**Open Trend **](https://flapen.com/research/us/arts-crafts-sewing/engraving-pen/trend)

## **Product shelf**

Each bubble is one product — market share against review moat; bubble size tracks estimated sales, color grades how beatable the incumbent looks.

0%10%$414K20%$829K30%$1.2M40%$1.7M101001K10K100K Reviews — right = deep review moatMarket share (90d) ≈ est. sales

Beatable (≤4.3★) Contested Strong incumbent (>4.7★)

All 22 tracked products in this niche — three views at once, no toggling.

### **Top sellers**

by 90-day click share

[1![Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41C8lu93kML.jpg)**Resparked Customizer Engraving Pen Ultimate Cordless Portable Tool for Artists & DIYers - Engrave 50+ Surfaces - Beginner Friendly - Rechargeable - Free 30 Bits & Mastery Guide**Resparked**$62.60**4.4★2,522 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGMBSWJQ) [2![General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/215lwrHnCpL.jpg)**General Tools Cordless Engraving Pen for Metal - Diamond Tip Etching Tool for Engraving Toys Sporting Goods & Glass Gifts**General Tools**$13.64**4.3★5,854 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YK66NM) [3![EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zpqNzt9TL.jpg)**EtchMate Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic & All Materials - Cool Birthday Gift Ideas - Engraver Pen Tool - Teen Boy Gifts - Unique Gifts for Women Teenage Girl - Craft Kits for Adults**Craft Culture**$46.92**4.2★685 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRNNZZZH) [4![Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41o6dXnvoTL.jpg)**Wireless Engraving Pen Kit - Precision Tool for Artists & DIY | Engrave Jade Wood Metal Polish Phone Chips | Smooth & Powerful with engraver wood carving tool engraving machine (Silver + Black)**CBVCBV**$19.83**4.2★186 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVCN6JSH) [5![Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GQ3R4W5OL.jpg)**Fanttik F2 Master Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit NeoPulse Motor 5 Speed 25000 RPM Revostor Hub 35 Accessories Engraving Pen for 3D Printer Sanding Polishing Drilling Carving DIY Crafts**Fanttik**$66.32**4.4★2,629 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DN1GBTDG)

**~~View all top sellers →~~**

### **Newest**

by launch date

[![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Cordless DIY Etching Tool with LED Light 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable 31Bits Craft Kit Gifts for Teens Adults Beginners (Grey Pro)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AOReuiQnL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Cordless DIY Etching Tool with LED Light 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable 31Bits Craft Kit Gifts for Teens Adults Beginners (Grey Pro)**Vanlgs**$49.62**153 rev2mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GXZTP81N) [![ABITAKE Engraving Pen with LED Light HollowCup Motor Cordless USB Rechargeable Rotary Tool for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic DIY Engraving Kit with 30 Bits Silver](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oLjGgd6sL.jpg)**ABITAKE Engraving Pen with LED Light HollowCup Motor Cordless USB Rechargeable Rotary Tool for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic DIY Engraving Kit with 30 Bits Silver**ABITAKE**$40.26**39 rev3mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTLK8HY3) [![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XrVmnTUOL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)**Vanlgs**$50.05**153 rev3mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GT6GMNV9) [![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Easter Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Green)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51sUbXBH-RL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Easter Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Green)**Vanlgs**$50.66**153 rev3mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS23FV5P) [![Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41c1Yh606sL.jpg)**Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers**Fanttik**$66.25**55 rev5mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G7VB52L5)

**~~View all new products →~~**

### **Trending**

90-day click momentum

[![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Cordless DIY Etching Tool with LED Light 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable 31Bits Craft Kit Gifts for Teens Adults Beginners (Grey Pro)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AOReuiQnL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Cordless DIY Etching Tool with LED Light 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable 31Bits Craft Kit Gifts for Teens Adults Beginners (Grey Pro)**Vanlgs**$49.62**4.5★**▲ 755%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GXZTP81N) [![ABITAKE Engraving Pen with LED Light HollowCup Motor Cordless USB Rechargeable Rotary Tool for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic DIY Engraving Kit with 30 Bits Silver](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oLjGgd6sL.jpg)**ABITAKE Engraving Pen with LED Light HollowCup Motor Cordless USB Rechargeable Rotary Tool for Metal Wood Glass and Plastic DIY Engraving Kit with 30 Bits Silver**ABITAKE**$40.26**4.2★**▲ 750%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTLK8HY3) [![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XrVmnTUOL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Bronze)**Vanlgs**$50.05**4.5★**▲ 733%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GT6GMNV9) [![Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41c1Yh606sL.jpg)**Fanttik F2 Master Eng Engraving Pen Cordless Rotary Tool Kit with 5 Variable Speed Rechargeable Engraver Pen with 20Pcs Bits for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Portable for Artists & DIYers**Fanttik**$66.25**4.2★**▲ 574%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G7VB52L5) [![Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Easter Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Green)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51sUbXBH-RL.jpg)**Vanlgs Engraving Pen for Metal Wood Glass Plastic Engraving Tool with LED Light 31 Bits Cordless 5 Speeds Rechargeable Engraver Kit Craft Easter Gifts for for Teens Adults Beginner (Green)**Vanlgs**$50.66**4.5★**▲ 514%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS23FV5P)

**~~View all trending →~~**

## **Reviews**

What buyers praise and complain about, mined from review topics.

### **What buyers love **

**Ease Of Use**17%

*“It is easy to handle”*

**Quality-Overall**12%

*“Build quality is solid”*

**Value For Money**10%

*“not expensive”*

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**6%

*“As described”*

**Charging**5%

*“Easy to charge”*

**Weight Light**5%

*“Worked good for light weight”*

**Battery Life**4%

*“Battery life good”*

**Size-Overall**4%

*“Excellent for size”*

**Strength**3%

*“lots of power”*

**Add-Ons/Attachments**3%

*“good set of attachments”*

### **What buyers complain about **

**Durability**15%

*“does not last”*

**Quality-Overall**9%

*“Extremely Poor Quality”*

**Functionality-Overall**9%

*“Barely works”*

**Charging**9%

*“It does not charge”*

**Battery Life**6%

*“Short battery life”*

**Strength**5%

*“Extremely weak”*

**Size-Overall**4%

*“Small”*

**Value For Money**4%

*“Its was a bit more expensive i noticed some places had it at least $20 cheaper”*

**Ease Of Use**4%

*“it's hard to use”*

**Instructions/User Manual/Troubleshooting**4%

*“No instructions”*

### **Top return reasons **

**Functionality-Overall**23%

**Defective Material/Parts**10%

**Size-Overall**10%

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**9%

**Charging**7%

**Strength**6%

**Value For Money**5%

**Quality-Overall**3%

**Battery Life**3%

**Add-Ons/Attachments**2%

## **Common questions**

<dl>

<dt>**Is engraving pen profitable to sell on Amazon United States?**</dt><dd>The niche generates $4.1M/yr across 22 tracked products. 7 of 9 products launched in the last 360 days are still selling. 90-day search growth is -23.2%. Flapen's verdict: Worth a look (60/100).</dd>

<dt>**How competitive is the engraving pen niche?**</dt><dd>18 brands and 52 sellers compete. The top 5 products take 61% of clicks and top 5 brands hold 63% of demand.</dd>

<dt>**What do buyers complain about in engraving pen?**</dt><dd>Top complaints mined from reviews: Durability, Quality-Overall, Functionality-Overall. The return rate is 2.6%.</dd>

<dt>**When does demand for engraving pen peak?**</dt><dd>Demand peaks in Nov–Dec; the busiest month runs 7.2× the quietest.</dd>

<dt>**What does it cost to enter the engraving pen niche?**</dt><dd>Listings span $12.66–$66.32; the average listing price is $34.28 (sweet spot $15–$100). The average incumbent carries 2,222 reviews — the moat a new listing must climb.</dd>

</dl>

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