Wacom

Wacom Intuos Pro S

A entry-level pick in the drawing tablets line-up, with 3.9 in up front.

54/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
3.9 inGraphics tablet
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Why we rate it

  • Tilt recognition
  • Battery-free pen
  • Pen eraser
  • No wireless
  • Below-average active area diagonal
Score profile

Where the Wacom Intuos Pro S wins and loses

Scored against the drawing tablets class
PenActiveControlsCompatibili…82305082
Pen
82
Active area and accuracy
30
Controls
50
Compatibility
82
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Type and display

TypeGraphics tablet

Pen

Tilt recognitionYes
Battery-free penYes
Pen eraserYes

Active area and accuracy

Active area diagonal3.9 "

Controls

Programmable keys6
Touch ring / wheelYes

Compatibility

WindowsYes
macOSYes

More specs

Tilt supportYes
Head to head

Wacom Intuos Pro S vs Wacom Wacom Cintiq Pro 27

Highlighted cell = better in that row
PenActiveControlsCompatibili…
Wacom Intuos Pro SWacom Cintiq Pro 27
 WacomWacom Intuos Pro SThis pageWacomWacom Cintiq Pro 27
Overall score54 /10055 /100Better
Active area3.9 "27 "Better
Pressure levels8192
TypeGraphics tabletPen Display
Who it's for

Is the Wacom Intuos Pro S right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable drawing tablet for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier drawing tablet is the better call.

Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Wacom Intuos Pro S worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other drawing tablets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 56.

What stands out on the Wacom Intuos Pro S?

Its tilt recognition stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Wacom Cintiq Pro 27?

The Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.