Is the Wacom tablet worth it?

By Lexie Tanner 4 years ago

Is the Wacom tablet worth it?

After interviewing five professional artists, researching 64 drawing tablets, and testing eight tablets, we’ve found the Wacom Intuos to be the best drawing tablet for beginners. The Intuos is easy to install on Windows and macOS, and it offers the most precision and control for the least amount of cash.

What stylus works with Wacom?

Compatible pen brands

  • Hi-uni DIGITAL for Wacom.
  • STAEDTLER, Noris digital.
  • STAEDTLER Noris digital jumbo.
  • LAMY, AL-star black EMR.
  • Mitsubishi Pencil 9800 Digitizer pen for raytrektab, 9800 Pencil.
  • Raytrektab, DG-D08IWP.
  • Samsung, Galaxy Note and Tab S Pen.

What is the Wacom test?

Hold your pen within 10 mm (0.4 inch) of the surface of the device while watching the Pointing Device Info. You should see a value appear after Proximity, Device Name, Device Type, and Device S/N (serial number). Move the pen along the surface of the device.

Who is Wacom owned by?

Wacom Co., Ltd. Wacom Co., Ltd. (株式会社ワコム, Kabushiki gaisha Wakomu) (/ˈwɑːkəm/) is a Japanese company headquartered in Kazo, Saitama, Japan, that specializes in graphics tablets and related products.

Can I use any stylus with a Wacom tablet?

You can use any Wacom stylus that claims to be compatible with your tablet.

What can I use instead of Wacom pen?

The best Wacom alternatives

  1. Huion Kamvas Pro 24. The best Cintiq alternative, a pro-spec tablet for serious artists.
  2. Huion H430P. This highly affordable tablet is the best cheap Wacom alternative.
  3. XP-Pen Deco Pro.
  4. Gaomon PD1560.
  5. XP-Pen Artist 15.6.
  6. iPad Pro 12.9 (2020)
  7. Huion Kamvas 22 Plus.
  8. Microsoft Surface Pro 7.

How do I test my Wacom tablet?

Open Wacom Tablet Properties and click on the About button. In the dialog that appears, click Diagnose… The Diagnostics dialog shows dynamic information about the tablet, your tool(s), and appropriate information for touch-sensitive tablets.

Is Wacom still the best?

Wacom is still the best brand of drawing tablets, but keep an eye on the less expensive alternatives. To be fair, nowadays the batteries on alternative pen tablet brands last so long that this is not really an issue and both XP-PEN and Huion offer models with battery-free EMR pens.