Beginner standalone tablets

If I had to pick one

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE (My notes ) - this has a decent drawing experience, and also works well as an iPad-like device.

Other good options

  • Apple iPad - Any Apple iPad that works with the Apple Pencil 2 (My notes)

    • You will have the buy the Apple Pencil 2 separately. It does NOT come with the iPad.

  • Wacom MovinkPad 11

    • The best drawing experience.

    • Pen comes with it.

    • Don't lose the pen - it is $130 to purchase a replacement.

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE (My notes )

    • More info: 7P notes: Apple iPad versus Samsung Galaxy Tab S

    • The Samsung S Pen COMES WITH the tablet.

    • If you are one a smaller budget, Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 lite (2022 or 2024 edition) (My notes) - a little bit sluggish but the price is great. The Samsun S pen also comes with this tablet.

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