Compare Drawing Tablets

Pick any two to four of the 12 ranked drawing tablets and read them side by side. This page opens on the board's top 3, Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch, XP-Pen Artist 12 3rd and Huion Kamvas Pro 13.

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Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch

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XP-Pen Artist 12 3rd Huion Kamvas Pro 13

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Huion Kamvas Pro 16 V2 Wacom Intuos Pro Medium

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Wacom Cintiq 16 Huion Inspiroy 2 M A Xencelabs Pen Tablet Medium Bundle

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Huion Kamvas 13 Huion Inspiroy 2 M

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Wacom Intuos Pro Small Wacom One 13 Touch

Drawing Tablets compared side by side. Each column is one product, each row is one measure taken from the same research that built the board.

Measure	Wacom Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch	XP-Pen XP-Pen Artist 12 3rd	Huion Huion Kamvas Pro 13	Huion Huion Kamvas Pro 16 V2	Wacom Wacom Intuos Pro Medium	Wacom Wacom Cintiq 16	Huion Huion Inspiroy 2 M A	Xencelabs Xencelabs Pen Tablet Medium Bundle	Huion Huion Kamvas 13	Huion Huion Inspiroy 2 M	Wacom Wacom Intuos Pro Small	Wacom Wacom One 13 Touch
Tier	S	A	A	B	B	C	C	C	D	D	F	F
Rank on this board	1 of 12	2 of 12	3 of 12	4 of 12	5 of 12	6 of 12	7 of 12	8 of 12	9 of 12	10 of 12	11 of 12	12 of 12
Ladder points	1025 LP	744 LP	648 LP	635 LP	562 LP	467 LP	443 LP	372 LP	314 LP	264 LP	198 LP	170 LP
Our verdict	Its consistent presence in recommendations and reputation for quality place it at the top, despite no specific community complaints.	A solid budget option that receives a positive mention from Brad Colbow, making it appealing for beginners or those on a tight budget.	Foremost Picks inclusion speaks to its quality, though it lacks the standout praise of the Cintiq.	Praised for its vibrant display and customizable shortcut keys, it represents a strong contender within the mid-to-high range of drawing tablets.	A basic option recommended by Brad Colbow, suitable for entry-level users but lacking advanced features.	Outclassed by newer models in panel quality, refresh rate and firmware support.	Windows 11 compatibility problems make this model less desirable.	The consistent mentions across various sources indicate a generally positive perception within the community.	A budget screen tablet that delivers sharp visuals and accurate pen input, suitable for professionals on a tight budget.	Windows 11 compatibility problems make this model less desirable.	Its lack of standout praise suggests other options offer better value or performance.	Listed as an option, but lacks strong endorsements and doesn’t stand out from the competition.
What reviewers rate	High-quality display Responsive pen with pressure sensitivity Versatile touch functionality 23.6-inch IPS panel with 4K resolution	Good value for price 10.6-inch full-HD display Excellent pen pressure sensitivity Solid chassis for long-term durability	Excellent pen accuracy and pressure sensitivity 12.9-inch IPS panel Portable size Reliable pen tracking	Vibrant screen with accurate colors Customizable shortcut keys 15.6-inch full-HD IPS panel 120 Hz refresh rate	Entry-level usability Sturdy aluminum chassis 8192 pressure levels Excellent driver support	Compact size 10-point touch screen 8192 pressure levels excellent color accuracy	12-inch display with good color accuracy Reliable pen performance Firmware updates maintained 10-point touch screen	Positive community perception Solid build High-res screen Generous accessory bundle	Sharp display Accurate pen input 12.3-inch screen 10-point tilt sensor	12-inch display 10-point touch 8192 pressure levels low price	Compact size Durable chassis Excellent driver support 10-point tilt sensor	13-inch touch screen Responsive touch integration Stable firmware Functional but limited screen size
Where it falls short	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Lacks advanced features Higher price than some competitors	Lower panel quality Smaller refresh rate No recent firmware updates	Compatibility issues on Windows 11 Smaller screen size Lower resolution	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Compatibility issues on Windows 11 Lower color accuracy Firmware instability Higher failure rate	Not as valuable or performant as alternatives small working area no screen Lower resolution	Not a standout choice Limited pressure sensitivity Modest screen Only basic pressure sensitivity
Evidence behind it	4 sources across 4 outlets	19 sources across 16 outlets	15 sources across 15 outlets	14 sources across 14 outlets	13 sources across 13 outlets	25 sources across 23 outlets	6 sources across 5 outlets	6 sources across 5 outlets	16 sources across 14 outlets	1 source across 1 outlet Thin sourcing, read it as provisional	2 sources across 2 outlets	2 sources across 2 outlets
Flagged as one to avoid	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	1 of 5 research runs	1 of 7 research runs	Not flagged	Not flagged	3 of 7 research runs	3 of 6 research runs	3 of 5 research runs
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Every column is the same research that built the board. Nothing here is a specification sheet copied from a maker. Read how we rank for what a tier and a ladder point mean.