I received Spider Pen X and it allows miracles. I was just working with it and saw a review where someone gave it a three star review but only owned the original and the pro version. Not sure how he was able to review this without owning it but it's a big leap forward. It's smoother, quieter, thinner, easier to use, affordable, and seems more dependable. Some other devices I have worked with over the last few years are just too complicated. Yigal not only gives you full details on the device but teaches some amazing magic as he typically does on his releases. His effects look like real magic. Yigal understands thread work more than most people and he shares it with this item. I am very happy with my purchase.

Lets get to the details

Pros…..
Reliable
Smooth working
Makes miracles happen
Easy to fix or replace thread
Comes ready to go
Comes with a battery
Outstanding video directions
Leaf trick is wonderful new options
Skill level medium. I would say hard to pull off for a beginner or someone not willing to practice. Like anything it looks better and better the more you work with it. Professional enough for pros to use with ease.

Cons………
Price is high but quality usually is high

Tips…….
Buy additional thread pack
Buy more wax if you will preform a lot
Look at other accessories to see if you want pen to be black

Mine stopped working after having it for 3 months and I only used it about 5 or 6 times. Penguin magic does not stand by their products. They offered no replacement. Just said, sorry.

I picked up Yigal’s new spider pen x from penguin magic recently. Shipping was two days using FedEx.

Ok so where to begin. Anyone that has previously owned mesika’s spider pen pro, can without doubt, know what they should expect with this new device. The spider pen x is essentially an improved aesthetic. Previously the SPP was fairly big and bulky. The new pen is much thinner and resembles a good quality writing pen. The body is made of stainless steel so it’s more durable than the last model. The writing function is also improved with a much simpler way of changing the ink once it’s dry. Aside from the automatic shut off (soul technology) activating after 30 seconds and turning off, the pen now deactivated after 45 seconds. A difference of 15 seconds.

The pen functions in the exact same way as the spider pen pro, there is no differences for the most part in functionality except the extended soul technology. You can do ALL of the same effects with the spider pen X that you could do with the pro. The new instructions do however, provide you with two new effects. Balancing bills and re-leaf. Both of which can be done as presented. The no set up re-leaf is impressive. Just make sure you choose a tree or bush with smooth bark. This really can be attempted impromptu. So impressive.

The “X” uses the same IT as the pro with the small spider reels. The new reels I believe have more feet of IT than the old reels. The advert says you can now walk up to 40 feet away from the floated item, you can do this with the spider pen pro as well and is completely based on how much IT your spider reel contains, this is not a feature of the spider pen x itself.

The video which by the way is excellent quality as expected from media products, mentions you can buy accessories for the SPX but I was unable to find these accessories for sale on any website. Note that you cannot use the accessories pack for the spider pen pro on the spider pen x. Perhaps the accessories are coming and the video is just taking that into account for the future.

Overall this one is really nice quality. Feels solid and it should last years if taken care of. If you already have a spider pen pro just know that all you will really get out of this upgrade is a visually better looking pen, with apparently a slightly better motor, and a couple new effects that can be done. But once you have the knowledge of these effects, they can be done just the same with the old spider pen models. Even the original. I should also add that the new pen takes AAAA batteries. Usually must be ordered online.

I’m giving this pen a 5/5 because it honestly is. So was the spider pen pro. I owned both the previous spider pens and picked this up for the new design and new effects. However, if you are expecting something completely revolutionary and game changing, you won’t find that with the new model, why you will find is a slightly upgraded spider pen for a new generations of magicians that while yes, upgraded in various fashions, still provide the same quality effects and method as the last version.

Personally I love re-leaf and the new pen design is worth it too me. Ima. Spider pen guy and for guys like us, this is a must have.

I've tried a few different invisible thread devices and tricks and this one is by far the easiest and most inconspicuous I've come across.

The thread that comes with the pen is as near invisible as it can be, but it's strong enough to hold up during effects.

The pen itself looks like any old pen. The only downside to the pen is that the wax is quite visible if you have the pen in a breast pocket or clipped somewhere. To combat this, I've just clipped the pen inside a hoodie or jacket. It makes it a riskier because it's possible to snap the thread if it doesn't feed smoothly, but with some practice it's not much of a concern.

The included explanation and effects are great. Yigal gives great details and some very helpful pointers and tips during the video.

I've been disappointed by previous invisible thread gimmicks but I'm really glad I took a chance on the Spider Pen X. It's a bit expensive but I think it's worth it.

First let me say that I am a fan of loops and the levitating illusions. This is my first experience with the technology that the Pen works with.

The Pen is well made and writes better than average. The video is very well made and goes through everything from opening the box and various methods of using the Pen.

I received my Pen on Saturday 1/8/22 and watch all the videos to be familiar with the product and techniques. This morning when I installed the battery and when I lightly grabbed the the wax it was very dried out and fell off. unfortunately the Product doesn't come with any bit of replacement wax. :(

I am sure for those of you that work with levitation gimmicks you probably have extra supply of wax, but for those that are just starting out and are avid hobbyists. Spending $100 on a trick that doesn't come with at least a small amount replacement wax would be a great benefit. Now I am stuck having to order another product from Penguin to be able to work this trick.

The packaging is not on the same level as some of the tricks I have purchased for half the price.

Maybe my expectation was too high .......

I am looking forward to experiment with this and see if it is something that I can add to my routine.

Respectfully

The worst product I have ever bought at Penguin. $ 100 that went to waste. Maybe it's my fault - I had a pretty similar experience with Tarantula 2 but for some reason I thought Yigal Mesika learned from mistakes. He did not. The product only comes with one wax (?!) And one thread that will surely tear you apart. Yigal's method for "save the thread" - for the condition of tearing the thread - does not work. It's never really worked. You will probably need to order a new thread + extra wax immediately (a clear financial interest no?). Very disappointed that penguins sell such a product. It is better to invest some more money and buy better quality levitation products. The only good thing is that the pen looks good. Be careful!

Honestly buy one of the other levitation devices, either by him or someone else. The wax ball comes dry, which is cool, it happens. There was no video tutorial. I don't know what the other comments are referring to, but I didn't get an instruction video. Luckily I messed with a few of these and got the idea. The string is not as strong as it appears, but it is invisible.

in my opinion, not worth the money. Bought it, received it, played with it, and returning it all in the same day.

Doesn't work. Thread was lost and don't find it back

The pen itself is great. About the best IT I have used. I have no issue at all with the quality, aesthetics or workings of the pen. The video support is also very good.

My issue is that I am constantly having to fix the broken thread… and I do not find it near as easy as the video shows. I have issues after every three or four uses. The fix takes time, is a little tedious and usually takes at least a couple tries. Be sure and order extra supplies when you order the pen.

It is expensive, but it is probably worth it. It really does look like real magic when you perform. It is just tough maintaining it.