NEW WACOM intuos pro tablet REVIEW

[@brianricecreativeproductio702]

I tried out the Intuos Pro Medium from 2017, and while it's great, I ultimately decided it wasn't worth it to upgrade from the 2013 model that I also own. I was hoping that the bluetooth and the smaller footprint of the tablet would be worth it, but when I went back to the older one just to see how it felt after using the new one, I discovered there was NO drop off in the user experience for me. So I'll be returning it to stick with the 2013 model. I do however, recommend the newer one to anybody looking to get a drawing tablet!

[@dwaterson100]

I appreciate your help with the new Wacom. I just purchased this and need a more beginner user tutorial. You mentioned you had many other Wacom tutorials, but cannot seem to find them.

[@bisamalote]

I didn't know how to open the base of the Stylus Pen and you are the only person who explain it. Very useful. Thanks a lot.

[@xReflamed]

I've been using my first tablet, a Wacom Intuos4 Medium, for 5 years now. Really thinking about upgrading to this one; my Intuos4 is getting some serious scratching-damage haha. Great review!

[@mikebreazeale2563]

I like it. I do use a Wacom pro tablet and I also had one of those grey tablets like you showed at the beginning but mine was a little smaller. I look forward to seeing the next video on that bigger box. Thanks for sharing...

[@alicewilliams4291]

Waiting for mine to come in right now ! I definitely like the look of this base for the pen a lot more than the prior Pro , it was constantly falling over because I used the thicker pen grip , and it was also easily knocked over by clumsy people like me . Definitely think this one will be much better .

[@photoshopcafe]

Its quite a heavy base, it won't fall over

[@warrenbuitendag5286]

Nice, Wacom may be expensive but you definitely get what you pay for!

[@photoshopcafe]

My first Wacom still works

[@evakukuruzovic5641]

how do you use it to draw ? do you have to get an expensive app ?

[@JundCo]

@@evakukuruzovic5641 just get autodesk sketchbook, it's free and works very well for drawing.

[@fhf17]

@Trantor The Troll it depends on the Bluetooth module on your computer if it's older itll not be as responsive but if its more current or newer itll perform alot better.

[@amberfalllikeswarriors7574]

My dad is getting me a wacom tablet (I am 10) and now I'm SO excited!

[@oggdosdisownedaccount250]

Amberfall Likes warriors Lucky, I'm 12 and I want to get it for drawing, though it would have to be my only present for the entire year, it would be worth it.

[@tabray5167]

BananacornKate same I'm 11 though but it will be my only present😂

[@photoshopcafe]

Congrats! Well worth it

[@Kedait]

I got one today! (Wacom Intuos Pro M) For college for my study :D

[@itotallyagreewithyou6586]

I'm 134 and I'm dead

[@ananths5905]

really excited about this, even though i have no idea about digital art.

[@yumia2623]

My uncles looking to get me one and I'm looking quite forward to it! The review really helps

[@arturo_lugo]

Did you ever got around to opening that Intuos Pro Paper Edition Large? I was really looking forward to the size comparison vs. the Medium one and how it actually feels like to actually work with one (not sure if the size may become a nuisance. Thanks!!

[@UndeadCrabstick]

The sad thing about it is that when this version was announced, I already bought the 2014 one. But I got it on Amazon with, if I remember correctly, 20% discount so I don't have that many regrets. :D

[@MrJoeYoung]

Thank you for this video, you've just helped me to set up a Wacom Intuos 4XL for which I only had German instructions. I can finally scroll and zoom to my heart's content. Liked and subscribed.

[@Allesea159]

Hi! I was wondering wether you tried the older model of the intuos pro as well? and which you prefer: this new model or the previous model? I'm planning to replace my old bamboo fun tablet for an intuos pro, you see.. and the older model is 100€ cheaper, so I was wondering wether it would be worth buying the newer model over the cheaper previous model. Thanks in advance!

[@carlbrauer9744]

Colin - Thanks for pointing me to this video. I am very much leaning toward purchasing the medium, but am concerned about all the comments regarding the surface texture and nib wear. Now that you have had this for a year, did you find that to be an issue?

[@paparomesoutdoors711]

you did a great job on this, thank you I will be purchasing one for my Gf that loves to draw, but I was not sure which pad to get with some many out there. I appreciate you taking the time to help people like me out with this.

[@photoshopcafe]

Intuos Pro Medium (my fav size): www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQU5LW7/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d

[@gustavklint3157]

Hi, I'm planning to purchase one but not sure if I should go for the small or medium. It kinda feels like the small one should suffice. Noticed that you set the area to just the upper corner. Since I have no experience, it's hard to know. Thanks for sharing!

[@ColeccionandoActivos]

Wacom Intuos Pro Paper Edition vs Wacom Intuos Pro Digital?., without sermons, which is better?

[@christopherfarrell-artist3557]

OMG...that was my first tablet too ( the one with the serial port ) way back in the mid/late 90's - revolutionary at the time for my digital painting using ZSoft Pc Paintbrush.

[@loesjeshema4427]

I got this for Christmas and am just learning how to use it. The videos will be very helpful. I plan to use it for digitizing embroidery (Embird program) as well as photo work. However, I use Corel Paint Shop Pro, not Photoshop. I hope it's compatible and I can convert what I learn from you teaching with Photoshop to me using Paint Shop.

[@PedroRodrigues-fh1ku]

Great ! finally a video of someone actually using it. the size is kind of misleading if you don't see it being used. Do you think it would work fine with a 21' monitor?

[@TristArmstrong]

Thanks for the review and I feel impressed and inspired to get this myself one to enhance my art drawings.

[@janusg8680]

I have an older Wacom Intous 4 with the 'paperlike' surface. Nice surface but wearing down far too fast...cost a lot to buy new sheets. This surface will probably not wear down anytime soon...? How is the feel or contact when drawing...is it also somewhat paperlike or how..? Would be great for me to know more - I am about to buy a new tablet :) Thanks.

[@johnp9722]

Hi. This is going to be my first time getting a graphics tablet. I'm using it for illustrations, drawing, digital painting, animations, comics, ect... now investing my time into the digital field, I can't decide on which what size of Wacom Intuos Pro to get! Medium or Large? Can the large be calibrated to have a smaller active drawing area? I have a 27'' monitor and soon going to upgrade to a 30''. I'm afraid that if I get the large, it'll be too tiring for my arm ... but I'm also worried the medium might be too snappy on a large 30'' monitor. I don't want to sacrifice the comfort of the medium for the natural feel of the large. Which should i get??? Also about the nibs... if I order the smooth surface, will the nibs last longer? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, :) Also, great review!

[@photoshopcafe]

Medium works really well and its a manageable size

[@agris_]

I recommend L for that size. I have one and it doesnt tire me at all. Just make sure to put small wireless keyboard on side so you dont lean over all the time. That may make back hurt

[@NickHiltermann]

Thanks for the review! Does this work with Procreate on an iPad?

[@bigflylittledog]

My Wacom Intuos Pro will be here in a few days. This video and your tablet hacks are wonderful. Thanks

[@gardenicat]

Woah, I liked so much the retro Wacom in the intro! My first one was a magnetic drawing board, but don't judge me, haha.:D

[@PauliePizza]

hi i just got mine today I was wondering if the old nubs fit this new one ,i afraid to try,,also how do you know when to change nubs,, I had my other tablet for a couple of years and never changed my nub except if I wanted more friction, I am a hobbyist obviously,thanks for the video

[@DBLCreations]

I have a Wacom intuos pro large. But the generation before this one. I'm concerned about two things: I'm not sure if i should get the large or medium. And second: I'm a bit concerned about the fact that on the macro key's there is no indication which shortcut is applied to it. On my Wacom, i have little led displays which shows what shortcut is applied to it. So i'm not sure if i should buy one. I really like the fact that it has touch and that it has more pressure levels though. So i'm a bit in doubt to be honest :-) Great review btw!

[@photoshopcafe]

If you tap the button, it will show the keyboard assignment on the screen

[@jessicamaciel5239]

Hi, thank u so much for the video. I am thinking to buy a Wacom to start to learn illustration. Sorry for the question, but the photoshop already comes with the Tablet or do I need to buy that apart? :D

[@13madvillain]

You need to buy it apart.

[@ortizlgnd1]

Great review. I was considering picking this up. I'll definitely be purchasing it now. Thank you

[@rajitmaya]

Thanks a lot Bro...I was really puzzled for last couple of days with this Touch On.............thanks a lot again for Showing the Button at the side of Tablet..

[@brianhartley9394]

Great video. Is the medium the best size, or is it a matter of choice between small and medium

[@photoshopcafe]

Matter of taste, I like the Medium, the footprint is smaller than the older medium

[@ZahaviX]

I'm concerned about the orientation from the tablet to the screen. How do you know where you've left off on the tablet to continue on the screen? Also, normally tend to rest their hand down on base; can you do that with the tablet - or do you have to keep your hand elevated (which can become tiring)? It would greatly help if we could see you draw while seeing BOTH your tablet and computer screen.

[@photoshopcafe]

It uses absolute positioning, so the tablet maps to your screen, top left of tab is always top left of screen, bottom right, is bottom right :) You can change it in the settings for multiple screens if you wish. .

[@maikkaune]

@photoshopCAFE Is there any difference between the initially released Intuos Pro M (2017) compared to the latest (2019). The model# PTH-660 is still the same. I could not find any infos about it. Thanks in advance!

[@ericliebe3023]

Is the one in your demo the large or the medium size? I see you prefer the medium.

[@shishu926]

Hello which one did you get, the rough, smooth or standard surface?

[@Diwasho]

Any reason to get the previous model of Intuos Pro over this new one? My Intuos 5 seems to be slowly dying so I may have to seek a replacement soon, and I know for certain that all of my tablet's accessories will be compatible with the first model of Intuos Pro, but I'm not so sure if this new one will support things like the Classic Pen and Grip Pen.

[@CuteSeamus]

did you ever do the paper edition video... i can't seem to find it...

[@rogerwalton8160]

Great review - used wacom for years and this new one looks great; however I like the small tablet - has this been updated too?

[@photoshopcafe]

No the small hasn't. However, the large and medium are a lot smaller than before, the work areas are the same, but the footprint has been reduced quite a lot.

[@whoyoum]

Thank you for great videos! Recently got Intuos Pro Medium. Great tool. Having this issue- every time I touch surface in brush mode this brush adjustment annoying window pops up. How can I stop this? Thank you.

[@RikardPeterson]

I'm still using an Intuos 3. What's the difference?

[@ExtremelyOnlineGuy]

Great and calming just throwing things into the void too love it

[@marieseltenrych]

You look so happy. You make me smile.

[@WestonMaggio]

Excellent review Colin!

[@photoshopcafe]

Weston Maggio thanks Wes

[@aedaz2228]

I'm wanting to use this on a pc. Are there any specs I should look for when getting a pc or will this pretty much work smoothly with anything.

[@tanvirahmed6965]

if i have 500-600usd price range . Thn , Which one do you think is better? This one or the Huion GT-185 SD or xp-pen? I hear some of these cheaper brands have problems with the calibrations and pen stroke glitches. i planned to buy hunio gt 185sd or XP-Pen Artist 22E. now need your advice Which one do you think is better?. Thanks in advance.

[@michaelkirkeby7479]

Thanks for the review - is it the PTH-660-N model?

[@taneltolsting2900]

You never did the video on intuous pro paper edition, which you promised in the end of the video. Any special reason?

[@marieseltenrych]

Thanks Colin. That is so cute. I love brand new. Yummy for artists. How big is the medium size. It looks bigger than my previous one 15x10" And the burning question, price?

[@RealmsOfThePossible]

Hi Colin, whatever happened to your review of the paper edition? Am I missing something? Looked all over your channel and cannot find it anywhere.

[@jennafredde6212]

Hi! Thanks for the review- very helpful. Where did you get your desk? looking for a similar desk.

[@photoshopcafe]

Office Depot or office max. I forget now

[@sophiad6300]

Does this tablet come with a glove? Is a glove needed? This video was very helpful!

[@MaddieMaddocks]

Hi there! I just upgraded from an Intuos Art to Pro. I work mainly in adobe illustrator & indesign in surface design, as in the completed files are either in those two apps, but I do use photoshop too, like most creatives. Can u give me a tip on what tutorial videos in your library I should watch?

[@fishingwithlee9519]

Please help what is better the wacom intuos pro 651 older version or the new 660 ?

[@markharris5771]

I have the most basic One by Wacom, but I'm not a total skinflint, I got the larger size. It took me a long time to discipline myself to use it, and if my iMac's mouse batteries didn't need charging so often if I used it for editing, I still wouldn't be using the pad. Now I've got used to it I love it, and wonder why others don't use them. I am thinking of upgrading, but wonder if I really need all the bells and whistles and how long would it take me to retrain myself to incorporate them into my workflow.

[@maggiekoseva5585]

I'm not really sure if Wacom intuos pro Medium or Wacom intuos pro large is better.. Can someone recommend me?

[@rezosimon5907]

Excellent! Do you think a new version (newer than 2017) is coming soon?

[@artsydye]

I've got the tablet (with paper edition) and macbook pro ;0 what a coincidence! great review.

[@cartoondimensions]

Diego Spulveda he returned his macbook pro though lol

[@nesyta1749]

How often do you have to change your pen tip?

[@surfman337]

I can't decide which size to get, budget is an issue too. I'm an illustrator and I think this will help me alot.

[@XatolosWired]

Wey Ming Chong Seem to be the common answer is do you draw from your wrist then get a medium. Large is huge and more for if you draw with your arm.

[@janusg8680]

Drawing with the arm is probably the best and more natural way.

[@edytagirgiel3168]

My newly bought Wacom Intuos Pro M has got express keys that don't work. It has been like that from the very beginning - I bought it 3 days ago. :) I contacted Wacom support, followed all their advice and the result: hardware problem. The drivers update for Windows 10 seems not to do anything. How can Wacom sell something that doesn't work straight from the box? I know many people are looking for the answer to the problem online with no result ;( I can use the pen and gestures, but no express keys - it's so dissappointing. It looks great, promises a lot, but it doesn't work!!!! ;(((((

[@whome806]

Does this come with free software or do I have to pay for photoshop?

[@kabuz0]

Which tablet would be best to start out with? Im transitioning grom traditional to digital art and have been looking for a nice medium sized tablet that's not any more than 450 dollars. Any recommendations? Also I am left handed so customibility of the screen and button placement is important.

[@photoshopcafe]

The Intuos Pro is my favoriate

[@TheAutobotPower]

Did you have problems with the current mac os using the previous intuos pro? I just couldn't.

[@photoshopcafe]

no, never had a problem with it

[@garotPL]

It's any idea in this year wacom show new version intuos tablets?

[@acaaca9229]

Hi, I recently bought wacom intuos pro medium paper edition and it looks like it is bent along longer, front side. It have arch shape. is it normal ? Please help

[@An-vg1uz]

So how is it? Mine came yesterday, and it slightly bent on the center

[@anonymous-su6dx]

Can I carry it around without recalibrating it? Like can I sit on the couch with it tilted in my lap and will it still work or like malfunction.

[@photoshopcafe]

Yes, you can change position no problem, I sit back on my couch with it sometimes.

[@chrisbenn]

Nice video! You keep talking about lag with the new tablet! Were there lag with the previous Intuos pro tablet?

[@photoshopcafe]

No, I've never had issues with lag, but people are always asking if there is lag

[@chrisbenn]

Ah ok :-) Thanks for the reply!

[@Suprematista]

So, after all this time, how it worked?

[@yoga7788]

Excellent about to purchase my first tablet thank you

[@Your_Degenerate]

Does anyone know how the drivers are on Windows? I'm still using an Intuos 3 and even after going into services to tell it to reinitiate the driver on fail it still just has to be restarted a few times a day.

[@babatundemorgan8358]

Nice. Am using a wacom tablet for about a year now. When am using the brush tool in photoshop it panning the entire document or page as if you are using the hand tool, can someone help me how i can solve this situation.

[@andrekristensen8428]

Just ordered one. Should be here in a couple of days. :)

[@ايشتبغىباسمياحترمنفسكلوسمحت]

Still working ??

[@andrekristensen8428]

@@ايشتبغىباسمياحترمنفسكلوسمحت Yup!

[@AktivnaPropaganda]

I'm getting this tablet in a few days! I'm really excited :D

[@kabuz0]

Can you turn it around and customize it for left handed people so the buttons are on the right side?

[@photoshopcafe]

yes, you can

[@nessi4668]

could you PLEASE tell me if you think the nibs wear down to fast or if you feel like the old tablet version is Better or anything like that? it would really help me out thanks

[@octopus1182]

Nessi-Music nibs wear down naturally, it's natural for all things, friction cause heat, and also causes the nib to wear down, if the nib doesn't wear down, the tablet would. There are already nibs in the pen holder. But there is something you can do to slow it down. Try using less pressure, and set the pen pressure sensitivity higher. Use different nibs, some work better then others But don't worry if you like your pressure or nib! There are always replacement ones!

[@sadcuber8911]

I have last question on the Wacom intuos pro paper edition can we use pencil on the paper when you use the paper mod on the tablet or only the gel pen that Wacom gives you

[@EeYanChin]

just wondering, which windows laptop works best with this wacom tablet( WACOM intuos pro PTH 660)?

[@bigkingsha]

I got you beat! I used to have a tablet and pen set from Cross way back in 1996-97!

[@clonn]

How is needing a dongle to connect the USB-C something good?

[@junktube4000]

The pen for this tablet makes a slight creaking noise when I use it. Do all tablet pens do this?

[@thepopeofkeke]

It is spring loaded. The pen has a variable return hardness on the nib. Maybe try going into setting and softening up a little?

[@danilocoelho9915]

Is there any preset gesture for the touch that can be use as a move toll? Like the hand on Photoshop or Premiere?

[@viceversa7339]

Are you the same PhotshopCafé I used to visit in the early 2000's I think? Website with textures, tutorials and stuff like that? If so, wow... Long time no see! :)) Great review, btw! Thinking of getting one of these, but probably the Paper edition. Is it worth the extra cashaloo?

[@photoshopcafe]

Yup, same PhotoshopCAFE for 18 years :)

[@CosmoInterestelar]

Does anyonw know if this tablet would work fine in a laptop touch ?

[@Peter_Cetera]

I can´t find the unboxing of the large version...

[@chrisshelley4221]

great review mate! well done very informative. thanks man :)

[@HarleyBreakoutGuy]

Could i use Wacom Intuos Pro instead of a mouse to edit photos and pictures in photoshop on my desktop computer?

[@chubbyjaydraws]

Yes

[@stevenjames1138]

Hi. Good review! I'm a first time viewer to your channel. I'm not a professional artist, but I'm very interested in getting into digital drawing and graphics, at least as a hobby if nothing else. Anyway, I'm wondering how much different this experience is compared to buying the new Samsung Galaxy Book 12 with the new S-Pen. Of course, you know that the S-Pen uses Wacom technology and that the new S-Pen now has over 4,000 levels of pressure sensitivity. That's half of the Wacom Pro Pen 2, but I'm mainly curious about the difference between using an external drawing tablet versus drawing directly on the display. As I said, I'm not a professional artist. However, I still am interested in seeing which one offers a better drawing experience. (BTW, I already have a very good laptop, but it's not a touchscreen.)

[@giancarlotinoco3124]

i´d give it 3 stars, nibs wear very fast, it randomly ignores some photoshop commands and it DOES have delay.

[@emilygozali9065]

does this new wacom intuos pro comes with a software bundle?

[@Shadow4977]

what i'm really curious about is, if you buy the none paper addition one, and then want to switch over to the paper edition one, can the wacom fine tip pen work on the none paper one after installing wacom inkspace app? or do you have to buy the paper addition?

[@XatolosWired]

alich According to Wacom's official site, you can buy the non-paper edition and later buy the Finetip Pen and Paper Clip later and make it a Paper edition. (it's under the Intuos Pro non-Paper tab, near the bottom labeled "Add extras anytime".

[@vfsGatica]

thank you for that comment, it made me feel better after buying the regular pro version. I will buy the pen and clip separately so happy it works out for me :D

[@photoshopcafe]

You can buy the paper accessories later if you want

[@whachthemdance]

so just to confirm I can buy this intuos pro and then later buy the paper accessories and it will work with rhis tablet??? because that would be soooo good. I didn't want to have to buy the paper tablet separately after buying this one

[@pimpurcabbges7437]

Hi I have a dilemma So for the last 3 days I have been looking for my tablet pen all over my house. I have given up the search and have coped with the fact that I may have thrown it away accidentally. I am not sure if I can replace it without having to purchase the product again...I have looked on Amazon for replacements and I found some promising ones but I am not sure if it will be compatible with my tablet. I don’t want to lose money. If anyone can recommend me with the best replacement option, please let me know! Otherwise I will have to take my chances and buy the one I saw off amazon. The tablet is rlly good and I’ve been itching to draw some projects I have stored on my computer. Tablet model :PTH 660

[@nikoadamia5034]

Does it work on autodesk sketchbook?

[@Don_XII]

Is it worth to go from the old wacom intuos pro to the new intuos pro?

[@1milomir]

Im thinking about the same thing, but NO, its NOT. The older version is better, bacause the new one has nib problems. Nibs wear down WAY to fast. Thats why people complain

[@Don_XII]

Well too late now LOL. I sold my PTH-651. I can afford the new intuos pro but I'm just waiting right now. I'm using a CTH-480 right now as well.

[@1milomir]

Nvm u can just add some extra money and buy the smooth texture sheet and it will work out. I wanted to buy an pth-851 but its only 1 year warranty and VERY expensive, same price as th 2017.... So i might aswell buy pth-860 and get the smooth texture sheet. The nibs will still be the main problem but it will fix things for the most part.

[@thahero9717]

What software do you use?

[@thechisensei]

great review! all questions answered :) tnx Colin :)

[@photoshopcafe]

Thanks

[@marklopez3086]

Hi! buddy, I just bought the latest new Wacom large tablet 2017do you know how can I install the latest newer Wacom Driver using OSX 10.9.5? The reason I was asking is, because every time I tried to install the latest new driver it keeps giving me an error that I need to run OSX 10.10 or late version.....:( Do you know how to make it work with older versions? Thanks, for the tutorial--cheers!

[@photoshopcafe]

Hmm, Im not sure about that, call Wacom, their support is really good

[@DesignPixelmaster]

mehh, i dont like the new design, i still miss on the new versions the litle display along of the buttons like on my intuos4 where you can see what button is assigned for what... i cannot remember it beause i change it mostly... so yeah... and looks cool to btw :P

[@rayhan8885]

does the previous version(651) has the same feature?