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Best Graphics Tablets 2021

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Mel Hawthorne Leave a Comment

Best Beginners

  • UGEE M708
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Best Overall

  • Huion H610 Pro V2
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Best Budget

  • XP-Pen G430S OSU
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Graphics tablets are must-have tools for digital artists – a cheaper alternative to the often prohibitively expensive pen displays, graphic tablets are one of the best way to take drawing skills and apply them to the field of digital art.

Nevertheless, there are a lot of options out there, and not all of them are worth the money. We compiled a list of some of the best graphics tablets money can buy. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade, you’ll be able to find something here!

Huion H610 Pro V2
The Huion H610 Pro V2
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Key Features

  • 10mm thickness
  • 233RPS
  • 24 customisable keys

Specifications

  • 10*6.25in active drawing area
  • 8192 pressure sensitivity
  • Windows, Chrome OS, Android & macOS compatible

TP Editors ChoiceHuion has long since been Wacom’s main competitor as far as graphics tablets go – at a much more affordable price, the H610 can beat many Wacom devices hollow. Featuring an unusually high number of customisable buttons and standard speed, tilt and pressure stats, it’s a solid choice for just about any purpose, be it art, office, or anything else.

Compatible with most art programs, this graphics tablet also sets itself apart through its wide OS compatibility. In order to work with phones, it has a second, smaller mobile phone workspace on the tablet that matches a portrait-oriented smartphone. This area is 6.2*3.9 inches.

Pros
  • Thought-out mobile compatible function
  • Lots of customisable keys
Cons
  • No visual marking for smartphone area
  • Unimpressive design-wise
XP-Pen G430S OSU
The XP-Pen G430S OSU
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Key Features

  • 2mm thickness
  • 266RPS
  • Can be used instead of a mouse

Specifications

  • 4*3in active drawing area
  • 8192 pressure sensitivity
  • Windows & macOS compatible

TP Editors ChoiceThis small budget graphics tablet is a fantastic choice for those looking to test out functionality without a big financial commitment. Available for less than $30 dollars at full price, the XP-Pen is a great ‘first’ graphic tablet. Its small active area makes it unsuitable for advanced graphic work, however, it is very portable and can therefore be used for things like hand-written signatures, or simple graph drawings, and the like.

The small and thin device can be used in either orientation and therefore be used by both left- and right-hand users. Despite the equally small price tag, the G430S has the industry-standard stats as far as pressure levels and RPS go – in other words, it’s the ideal entry-level and budget device, in particular for office or classroom uses.

Pros
  • Small and portable
  • Cheap
Cons
  • Small size makes it unsuitable for most art purposes
  • Limited OS compatibility
Wacom CTL4100 Intuos
The Wacom CTL4100 Intuos
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Key Features

  • 4 shortcut buttons
  • 60 ° tilt detection
  • Ships with several free software licenses for otherwise pricy programs

Specifications

  • 6*3.7in active drawing area
  • 4096 pressure sensitivity
  • Windows & macOS compatible

TP Editors ChoiceWacom is the undisputed king in the world of graphics tablets and pen displays – it is, however, also quite expensive. This model is no exception – it costs about the same as some models twice the size of this one does. That said, its compact size may make it the perfect solution for small desks. It’s also one of the few models that has buttons at the top rather than on one side, making it more convenient to use.

It is worth noting that the tablet has fewer pressure sensitivity levels than competing models. For heavy users this will likely present an issue, however for beginners or occasional users, 4k sensitivity levels should still be plenty. The software licenses that come with it may also be an incentive – art software is not cheap, and buying it as a bundle can end up saving quite a bit.

Pros
  • Software licenses as extras
  • Small, compact design
Cons
  • Typically high Wacom price
  • Lower sensitivity than competing models
UGEE M708
The UGEE M708
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Key Features

  • 8 shortcut buttons
  • 60 ° tilt detection
  • 8mm thickness

Specifications

  • 10*6in active drawing area
  • 8192 pressure sensitivity
  • Windows, Android & macOS compatible

TP Editors ChoiceThis mid-price-range device offers just about everything a graphic tablet user could want – the standard 8192 pressure sensitivity levels, 8 customisable shortcut keys, and a pretty good number of extras in the box. A pen holder, replacement nibs, two artist’s gloves, and some cleaning equipment make this tablet a great choice for beginners – everything you could need comes with the tablet.

At 5080 LPI (Lines Per Inch), this tablet can easily compete with more expensive options out there, and it may even have an edge on them given that the ratio between the active drawing area and the rest of the tablet is a notch above average. Like all of these tablets, it comes with a battery-free pen – and it’s the other additional equipment that helps it set itself apart a bit more.

Pros
  • Slim, light, and easy to use
  • Setups for both left- and right-handed users
Cons
  • Customisation software for keys is somewhat slow and clunky
  • Not compatible with iOS, ChromeOS or Linux
XP-Pen Deco Pro Medium
The XP-Pen Deco Pro Medium
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Key Features

  • 8 shortcut buttons
  • 60 ° tilt detection
  • USB-C connectivity

Specifications

  • 11*6in active drawing area
  • 8192 pressure sensitivity
  • Windows, macOS & Android compatible

TP Editors ChoiceThis somewhat more expensive graphic tablet has received several awards – and deservedly so. Compatible with a wide range of software and every major OS other than iOS, this tablet is a solid choice for any digital artist. It features a somewhat unusual rotary wheel that can be used to adjust things like brush size – and its function is customisable.

With a resolution of 5080 LPI and 8192 pressure levels, both skilled artists and beginners can use this tablet to create digital art, with as close to a ‘regular’ drawing experience as you can hope for. This tablet is one of the more expensive ones out there, however, its function buttons and scroll wheel easily justify the price tag.

Pros
  • Top specs
  • Available in Medium and a smaller, 5*9in active area version
Cons
  • Pricy compared to competitors
  • Relatively large non-active area is a waste of space

The was our list of the best graphics tablets in 2021. Have you bought a new graphics tablet recently? What model did you go for, and how well does it work for you?

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