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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](/drawtab/recs/scenario-recs/beginner-recs.md).

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](/drawtab/catalog/drawtabs/wacom/wacom-movinkpad/wacom-dtha116-notes.md). 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](/drawtab/catalog/drawtabs/samsung/samsung-galaxy-tab-s-series/samsung-tab-s-notes.md). 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](/drawtab/catalog/drawtabs/apple/apple-ipad-notes.md). 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

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## Avoid

* Huion Kamvas Slate 13 - poor drawing experience.
* Huion Kamvas Slate 11 - poor drawing experience.