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Beginner standalone drawing tablet recommendations

Basics

These are recommendations for standalone drawing tablets that have screens and do not require a computer, so things like an iPad. If you want other kinds of tablets, see Beginner drawing tablet recommendations.

Standalone choices fall into two categories:

  • dedicated drawing tablets - for example, MovinkPad. These usually offer the best drawing experience. They may miss features you expect from a general-purpose tablet, such as long-term Android version support.

  • pen-enabled mobile tablets - for example, iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab. These usually offer an okay to decent drawing experience, but a better overall standalone tablet experience.

Top choices

  • Wacom MovinkPad 11 - Wacom MovinkPad 11 (DTH-A116) notes. It offers the best drawing experience. It is optimized for capturing sketches when inspiration strikes. Performance is mid-range.

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE - Samsung Galaxy Tab S series notes. It has a decent drawing experience. It also works well as an iPad-like device. It is a good all-around Android tablet for the price.

  • Apple iPad - Any Apple iPad that works with the Apple Pencil 2. See Apple iPad notes. You will need to buy the Apple Pencil 2 separately. It does not come with the iPad.

Super low-budget option

  • Samsung S6 Lite 2024 edition - not powerful, but it offers a decent drawing experience. It is a good starter tablet for a child.

Resources

Avoid

  • Huion Kamvas Slate 13 - poor drawing experience.

  • Huion Kamvas Slate 11 - poor drawing experience.

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