text: are paccers better than pencils? paccer are a cross between pencils and pens probably not if you're trying to do a scantron test or something that requires pencil lead to be processed.  also, not a good idea to sign a check or other important document with an erasable pen.  also, i don't think i'd use a paccer for drawing if you're trying to go for the pencil look.  other than that, i'd say it really is your preference.