The best markers for drawing will always be those with an alcohol-based pigment. They do come with a higher price tag, but good quality is worth the extra spend. The biggest advantage of these markers is that they blend beautifully.

There are mainly three types which are water-based, solvent-based, and alcohol-based markers. Alcohol-based markers are the best recommendation for art. These will dry up quickly and evenly, and it will produce a consistent and permanent finish, which is ideal for comic and cartoon illustrations.

The best markers for sketching should have colors which blend well, are fade-resistant, and typically come in a variety of colors. Different tips are useful for different effects, so often dual-tipped markers are ideal, affording you the choice. A few years ago, markers were niche tools used by manga artists and graphic designers.