Wacom Flex Arm for Cintiq Pro Review and comparison to Ergo Stand

[@missdistress9176]

Thanks for showing in detail how this functions and how to personalize tension.

[@RobertHranitzky]

You are very welcome!

[@FourPeaksFilms]

I did have this but like the larger stand better for the 24. It is big and heavy, but I find it much more stable for how I work.

[@thegamingillustrator]

The real question is if it supports the cintiq 22.

[@jasonpohl4011]

Thanks for showing how to tighten the main spring! Wacom is the best!

[@dumbcat]

"cleaver cable management". you mean the velcro straps?

[@RobertHranitzky]

Hans Zarkov yup! I think it’s pretty good. Not sure what else would’ve worked, as it needs to be able to move easily and go through the arm without cable strain - so it needs to be loose to some extent. But yes, it doesn’t look overly slick and elegant ;)

[@Kavsanv]

it would be so great too see maximum of wobbling. it would be much easier to choose ergo stand or not.

[@soulextinguisher]

Oh nice I didn't know that the ergo stand could do portrait mode. That was my main concern with it.

[@ivaylo.nikolov]

How is the Flex arm different compared to the Ergotron HX?

[@McCloud23892]

I have the Ergotron HX is not very comfortable when bringing in close to you to draw, I'm looking to see if the Wacom Flex will change that soon.

[@voss2]

Defintely on my list, when ordering a 32" Cintiq. Cheers, Fredi :)

[@RobertHranitzky]

Fredivoss Fredi! Nice, go for it

[@karassnyc]

Thanks for the review! Would have loved to see it actually being used while drawing. Any wobble or jiggle while using a stylus or touch?

[@RobertHranitzky]

Thank you and great question! Of course there is slight motion but really depends individually on how "hard" the movements are. I am currently working on a couple of new videos that should be out soon, where I will be using the Cintiq 32 with the Flex Arm. After your suggestion I will also cover that topic briefly! Keep your eyes peeled for these videos. Probably next month. Thanks again!

[@karassnyc]

Great, looking forward to it!

[@johnny-mnemonic13]

@@RobertHranitzky it's been over 2 years and still waiting...

[@Karsliyu]

@@johnny-mnemonic13 Have used the arm, it depends on the position of the joints, if they are in one line extended it's OK-ish, but if you put any pressure on the tablet you'll usually have to hold it with the other hand. Personally hate the damn thing, it's mostly just rebranded ergotron HX parts with no added features. The alternative "ergo" stand is more robust, but not ergonomic, it does not allow to lock into a height. (only locks into highest position and otherwise just has the tablet rest on whatever surface comes first) Those using the "ergo" stand often use books or whatever at hand under the tablet to have the tablet at an ergonomic height.

[@johnny-mnemonic13]

@@Karsliyu I ended up buying the ergo. It's not bad, but you are right it wont help with height adjustment. For that price it should. Luckily I have an adjustable desk from work that let's me move it up or down electronically.

[@Mr3Dmutt]

hey! thanks for the video, quick question: can you rotate the 32 cintiq into portrait on the flex arm too? or just the ergo stand

[@FFVideogamer]

How is the key that you use? minute 02:21 ? i need buy one for my Flexi arm. Is posible get it or similar on amazon for example?

[@sweetreadfamily2102]

Thanks for the review, very helpful!

[@Renotaraa]

I got on recently and I can't pull the screen down at all. Any idea whats wrong?

[@Julian-B]

Does it wiggle when painting on it? If yes that would be a deal breaker for me personally. Imagine painting on a wiggling canvas. Also, it would have been great to see this setup in action, as in you drawing, painting, working with on it.

[@Reg3e]

I wish there's a variant for the Cintiq Pro 13... ; - ;

[@keithtam8859]

is wacom compatible with other flex arm, other brand i mean, it looks like the bracket is thinner and longer as oppose to square...

[@counterstrike89]

Hey, do you think its possible to use this for other monitors?

[@jameswilkinson150]

Given that ALL Wacom do is make 'tablets' with one purpose, why is it that a) you still can't draw a straight line on one (it's always wavy) and b) why are they SOOO heavy with MASSIVE bezels. This is 2020 guys, less bezel, more screen and lighter weight is needed these things are dinosaurs!

[@McCloud23892]

I like to know if you can bring the Wacom Flex Arm overlap while drawing like the Wacom Ergo Stan? @RobertHranitzky

[@celticmandoplayer]

I've got one and really like it !

[@RealFableFox]

Does the screen moves a lot when you draw on the side (left or right)?

[@celticmandoplayer]

@@RealFableFox Sorry, not seeing this til now.........No, the screen is really stable and doesn't move when you're working on it. I will say that when I have it positioned really low that it wants to raise up, but usually just minor. I really like this stand. Also good because you can really move it out of the way when not in use.

[@McCloud23892]

can you bring in closer on a 30 inch table like the wacom stand?

[@celticmandoplayer]

@@McCloud23892 Yes, it's very versatile and can really move a lot. I have it mounted fully on the left side of my desk (I'm left handed) and it moves in front of me and still quite a bit further to the right, up, down.....definitely a lot move versatile and moveable than the wacom stand. I've used mine now for more than 3 or 4 yrs now and works just like new ! Highly recommend . Hope this helps you. I'm really glad that I picked this over the wacom stand.

[@McCloud23892]

@@celticmandoplayer I when with the stand it should arrive this weekend. I really like how it over laps and has a canvas like style to it. I’m pretty sure the flex arm rocks too

[@ali92m]

Can you put through a grommet hole

[@ernesto.garcia]

can i ask which desk you are using? or can you recommend a good one to support the weight? one which the arm can stretch over like yours in the video?

[@RobertHranitzky]

It’s a simple IKEA Bekant Desk - to be honest not the best solution as it is a rather thin wood but nevertheless it works well.

[@fabiolaberton152]

Hi Thank you so much for doing this review! Do you know if I can use the Wacom Flex Arm with a cintiq 22? Thanks!

[@RobertHranitzky]

I think it depends on the adapter plate. Not sure which VESA mount the Cintiq 22 has. But I’m confident that it should work but please check for yourself to be safe

[@pouyapj1jan122]

hoe we can lose vibration during design with Wacom Flex Arm?

[@TT-rl4su]

When are more Cintiq related reviews coming? :-)

[@RobertHranitzky]

T T Whenever there’s something new to review, you’ll see it here. ;-)

[@McCloud23892]

@@RobertHranitzky you guys definetly need more

[@FilmClassicsIllustrations]

Hi Robert I have a Wacom 27" is it possible to mount it on this arm?

[@cbrk]

No. I ordered it for my 27" cintiq but had to send it back because sadly it doesn't fit.

[@mayankmaurya9102]

Hey, I have a question for you...I am a motion graphics artist and also an express key remote fan. I am running out of shortcut keys and wanna purchase another one. Could you please tell me if 2 remote works at the same time with different keyboard shortcuts for each remote? I use after effects as a primary tool. So I need both to work with different shortcuts on both of them.

[@sophiemulders]

Two words for you: Streamdeck from Elgato , oke so 3 words. 😂. And the shortcuts for AE from Sideshow FX .

[@mayankmaurya8028]

Turns out I am already using stream deck

[@matthewexline6589]

Will this work with a mobile studio pro? If not, does anyone mount a mobile studio?

[@Kokose]

It doesnt. It is way too big for mobile studio. This is made specifically for 24 and 32 inch cintiq pro.

[@matthewexline6589]

@@Kokose I finally got around to actually drilling 4 small holes into the Mobile Studio Pro tilt-stand so that I can mount it directly to a standard vesa plate.

[@janellearmand]

Great video, Rob! Just wondering at 0:40 I see you've put a block of wood(?) between the actual desk bottom and the clamp. What's the reason behind this? Is it to protect the desk?

[@RobertHranitzky]

Thanks so much. Yes, I indeed! This desk being an IKEA desk it has a metal frame under the desk. The metal frame is pretty close to the edge of the wooden part of the desk, which would mean I could not push the metal Flex Arm clamp all the way to the edge (the lower screws part has a rather large surface). To make it even and aligned with the metal frame, I added that little block. Hope this helps?

[@Zucchinna]

i lost the screws that go into the spring arm, what size are they and can i just buy them online?

[@pkgdk]

Does the arm support mounting it on a wall?

[@RobertHranitzky]

Peter Kjær Guldbæk not with the plate that it comes with. There might be an adapter, but I never searched for it.

[@Sketchrcat]

will this arm fit & work with a cintiq 27" cintiq?

[@beMOTIONdESIGN]

Nice! I want!!

[@---ml4jd]

the arm is cool AF

[@cherylbertolini3140]

Can you use this on the 27 inch

[@RobertHranitzky]

This is one is specifically for the 24 and the 32. But there might be adapters, not sure tbh. If the 27 has default VESA mount holes you could use a standard arm. I don't have the 27 to check.

[@cherylbertolini3140]

@@RobertHranitzky thanks for your help, have a wonderful day

[@tinostarks]

does anyone know of a cheaper alternative, this seems really overpriced

[@phylleedrianalagos1728]

tinostarks its actually mind bogglingly overpriced. I’m thinking of getting contiq pro 24’ and I ahve the same question as you.. :/

[@tinostarks]

@@phylleedrianalagos1728 yeah, they really taking advantage, I've had a 60" tv on a arm I bought from Amazon for $21, worked no problems for 5 yrs

[@n0supply4u]

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[@Le_beaubrun]

Contacted a game studio that baught a cintiq flex arm and they told me it did the same job than the ergotrons LX they are also using. The ergotron LX is 1/4 of the price.

[@MaZEEZaM]

It costs $680 AUD in Australia. 😨

[@motionwindart]

what desk is that that supports this monster, because my desk is cracking like a MF

[@ldinti03]

We need that for ipad pro!

[@RobertHranitzky]

Matt Pavi interesting idea!

[@firagamwich1864]

You can buy a arm identical to this one from another brand for 50 - 100$ on amazon don't waste money on it LOL .

[@RobertHranitzky]

That's great to hear! Which one is it, that is certified to hold this weight and also features the correct mounting plate? Please share, as I am very curios. Thanks!

[@firagamwich1864]

@@RobertHranitzky You can buy the vesa Mount separately and you can use any kind of arm with the cintiq pro 24 and 32'' too (another excuse for wacom to get more money but nevermind ... ). I use a old gas generic arm on my cintiq 24 pro without issue and at the time it was like 80 € i think . Even with the vesa mount adaptor from wacom you will spend around 130 € in total . (80 € arm + vesa mount 50 € ... the price i pay .. i think in your country is around 70 $ www.amazon.com/Wacom-ACK62804K-Cintiq-VESA-Mount/dp/B07HRG7HV8) . I don't know if my arm it's certified for this weight cuz i don't have anymore the box is pretty old but it support monitor up to 32 '' and it worked very well with every monitor or cintiq i used with it (cintiq pro 24 included) . I can do some test in my studio with the 32 ' version if you want but i'm sure it will work . In my country this arm you reviewed is around 380 € there is no point to waste so many money on it . Other than that this one is just a expensive rip-off of the most popular Ergotron arm which has been available for at least 10 years or more that everybody still use with their cintiq .. I think the Ergotron Hx (150 - 200 € in my country than with the vesa mount is around 200 - 250 € ... still a lot cheaper than the official one) is Certified for monitor up to 42'' and with 9.1-19.1 kg of weight ... the cintiq 32'' is around 13 kg than should be fine right ? This are just my 2 cent man no offense nothing against you or your review . If you like to spend 150- 250 € more for the same products cuz you believe is more certified or what it's up to you . Have a nice day 😉

[@OmarTheAtheistAziz]

So a large display Is mountable on a vesa arm mount...too bad that vesa arm targets just 1 display, and 1 display only...thee Cintiq...what a waste of engineering If any1 knows of a VESA arm mount that can mount a +40” inch tv onto a desk, a link would be much appreciated

[@improvementTime10.3.17]

2:15 2:40

[@sevezart]

Technically it just looks like an overpriced version of Egrotron LX without pole but with the few extra tweaks like different mount bracket, double clamp and few design changes. Well, Amazon Basics is being manufactured by Ergotron too but is 3 times cheaper... Hmmm

[@mrblueeye825]

Und jetzt nochmal auf Deutsch ...

[@shizyninjarocks]

You should've finished this video by destroying the Wacom with nunchucks.