If you’re serious about graphic design, picking up a drawing tablet is pretty much essential. Whether you pick up a pure graphics tablet to plug into a computer, a pen display with its own screen, or a tablet computer, you’ll have the tools you need to bring your design ideas into (digital) life. So the question is – how to pick the right drawing tablet?
There was a time when Wacom was basically the only serious option if you wanted a dedicated drawing tablet. It is still arguably the top choice, producing tablets that are well-regarded for excellent build quality and broad software compatibility. However, rivals like XP-Pen, Huion and Xencelabs have arisen to offer compelling alternatives, often at significantly cheaper prices than Wacom (whose products are famously quite expensive). See our guide to the best drawing tablets for a complete rundown.
