Wacom has long been the go-to name for anyone who takes digital creativity seriously, from casual sketchers to seasoned professionals. Recently, the company made a fresh play for both ends of the creative spectrum with two distinct offerings.
On one side, there’s the Wacom Intuos S, a compact and affordable tablet designed to make the leap into digital art approachable for newcomers and hobbyists. On the other, the Wacom MovinkPad 11 steps in as a portable powerhouse, an all-in-one creative pad built to travel with you and handle more demanding artistic sessions without breaking stride.
Together, these devices showcase Wacom’s knack for delivering tools that not only adapt to different skill levels but also anticipate where and how inspiration strikes. One is the friendly “first sketchbook” of the digital world, the other a dedicated canvas that’s as serious about art as the people using it.
Wacom Intuos
Designed with accessibility in mind, the Intuos S connects seamlessly via Bluetooth 4.2 or a trusty USB cable. It plays nicely with a variety of operating systems, including Android devices, Mac, PC, and Chromebooks. Its sleek design, measuring a mere 8.8mm thin and weighing just 250g, makes it incredibly portable which makes it perfect for capturing inspiration wherever it strikes. The 7-inch active area provides a comfortable canvas for your digital masterpieces, giving your hand plenty of room to roam.
The heart of this creative tool is the battery-free Wacom Pen 4K. This clever stylus boasts 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, translating your hand movements into digital strokes with remarkable precision. It feels natural, almost like drawing on paper, but with the magic of undo buttons. The pen never needs charging, thanks to its EMR (Electro-Magnetic Resonance) technology. This is a welcome feature for anyone tired of hunting for chargers.
It also features two customizable buttons, while the tablet itself offers four ExpressKeys. These can be programmed for your most-used shortcuts, turning repetitive tasks into a single click. Some call it a time-saver, but we think of more of a superpower.
Wacom sweetens the deal with a robust software bundle. You get Clip Studio Paint Pro, a favorite for comic and manga creation; Skylum Luminar Neo, a powerful photo editor; Skillshare, for endless learning opportunities; and Boris FX Optics, for adding cinematic flair to your visuals. In other words, you’re not just buying a tablet. Instead, you’re unlocking a comprehensive creative studio right out of the box.
For budding artists, enthusiastic doodlers, or photo editors seeking a reliable and intuitive digital workspace, the Wacom Intuos S is an excellent choice. It’s a gentle invitation to express yourself digitally, proving that getting started with digital art can be both affordable and fun. Available now for $79.95, you can explore its full potential and make it yours
Wacom MovinkPad 11
For artists and designers who find inspiration everywhere, Wacom introduces a device that promises to keep up with their spontaneous bursts of genius: the Wacom MovinkPad 11. This portable pad is a dedicated canvas for those who prefer to sketch, draw, and design without being tethered to a desk or another device.
The Wacom MovinkPad 11 delivers a true sketch-anywhere experience, pairing a feather-light design with a vibrant 11.45-inch display and a Pro Pen that feels as natural as pen on paper.
The MovinkPad 11 arrives as a sleek, light gray companion, weighing just 588 grams and a mere 7 mm thin. Its 11.45-inch IPS screen displays 16.7 million colors with sRGB 99% coverage, helping make your digital masterpieces look true to life. A resolution of 2200 x 1440 pixels means every detail pops, and the anti-glare, anti-fingerprint surface treatment keeps your view clear, even if your creative process gets a little messy.
At the heart of the creative experience is the Wacom Pro Pen 3. This battery-free wonder offers 8192 pressure levels and 60-degree tilt support, making it feel as natural as putting pen to paper. Running on Android 14 with a Mediatek Helio G99 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage, the MovinkPad 11 is ready for serious artistic endeavors. Its 7700mAh battery keeps the ideas flowing for hours, perfect for those long coffee shop sessions or outdoor sketching adventures.
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Beyond its hardware, the MovinkPad 11 comes with multi-touch support for up to 10 fingers, making navigation intuitive. It includes Wacom Canvas and CLIP STUDIO PAINT DEBUT software, giving you a head start on your projects. There’s also Wacom Shelf, a handy feature for organizing your sketches and images, because even creative minds appreciate a little order. This device is a dream for hybrid workers, students, or anyone who needs a powerful, dedicated drawing tool that fits right into a backpack.
The Wacom MovinkPad 11 is available now for $450.
