Wacom Intuos Bluetooth Small - Pistachio

I was looking for a cheaper version of Wacom but, to my surprise, they don't sell the Bamboo version anymore. However, compared to the bamboo, this is by far the best when it comes to pen pressure and the free software it offers especially the Clip Studio Paint. The only gripe about this tablet is that it's too small. It would be better to go for medium ones and, for some reason, there's a lot of interference when using the bluetooth instead of wired. However, this is not a deal breaker for me since it has the features of Intuos people all love but in an affordable version. I was looking for a cheaper version of Wacom but, to my surprise, they don't sell the Bamboo version anymore. However, compared to the bamboo, this is by far the best when it comes to pen pressure and the free software it offers especially the Clip Studio Paint. The only gripe about this tablet is that it's too small. It would be better to go for medium ones and, for some reason, there's a lot of interference when using the bluetooth instead of wired. However, this is not a deal breaker for me since it has the features of Intuos people all love but in an affordable version.

By: M4K_M4 12/10/21

Verified Owner

I bought this to take digital notes for engineering at uni. It's now been a few weeks and I'm used to it now, and find it useful. My main machine for this is a Dell XPS 13 new in 2019, running Win11, I also have a gaming desktop running Win11 built in 2022. However, a serious flaw when using OneNote threatens to turn this review into an 'avoid' recommendation. Latest drivers as of Feb 2023, latest version of OneNote via subscription.

Pros:
Pad surface is good, nice to write on
Pen is comfortable enough, once I got used to it. Buttons are ok to use.
Bluetooth is good, connects fast. Low latency over BT is barely noticeable when com...view more I bought this to take digital notes for engineering at uni. It's now been a few weeks and I'm used to it now, and find it useful. My main machine for this is a Dell XPS 13 new in 2019, running Win11, I also have a gaming desktop running Win11 built in 2022. However, a serious flaw when using OneNote threatens to turn this review into an 'avoid' recommendation. Latest drivers as of Feb 2023, latest version of OneNote via subscription.

Pros:
Pad surface is good, nice to write on
Pen is comfortable enough, once I got used to it. Buttons are ok to use.
Bluetooth is good, connects fast. Low latency over BT is barely noticeable when compared to direct cable.

Cons:
Pan/Scroll does NOT work in OneNote.
Driver problem? OneNote problem? Scroll works reasonably consistently, but pan doesn't. There are intermittent spurts, when pan kicks in and the screen flies away on some direction randomly. Google it, there are other complaints out there. Regardless, this is a MAJOR p.i.t.a. when using it with a desktop, which doesn't have a laptop's touch-pad to take over the panning, scrolling and zooming the screen. This maneuverability is essential when handwriting notes on a compact writing tablet. So, if you want something for a desktop to use with OneNote, get something much bigger so you can zoom/pan/scroll less. With a laptop, I have adapted to use this bug, and don't forsee any problems after a few weeks getting used to it. OneNote is basically the best/only option for good note taking functionality in Windows, so this is a big decision point.

Cost: Bluetooth is convenient, but not sure if it's worth the added premium I paid. Meh

Recommendation: The problems with OneNote make this overpriced in my opinion. I'd possibly get it again, as it's nice to write with... but would consider the non-bluetooth option first.

Awesome drawing pad. Had for a month or so now. Feels quality. Takes a little while to get used to but a really easy learning curve. Good size. Bluetooth works well and makes it tidy and transportable.

Downside is the redeemable software are a 3 month trial only. Awesome drawing pad. Had for a month or so now. Feels quality. Takes a little while to get used to but a really easy learning curve. Good size. Bluetooth works well and makes it tidy and transportable.

Downside is the redeemable software are a 3 month trial only.

I used to have a Wacom Intuos Pro which I had for 7 years until it died on me recently. I had to buy an emergency tablet and thought this would be a good placeholder for now. Its cute, its compact, portable (works wireless) and its affordable. The pressure sensor on this tablet isnt very good, the drawing space is a little bit small for me and the pen is thin, light and only works one way. You cannot use better pens on this tablet because there arent any settings to connect other pens to it. Its a huge downgrade from my old tablet but its okay for its price. I used to have a Wacom Intuos Pro which I had for 7 years until it died on me recently. I had to buy an emergency tablet and thought this would be a good placeholder for now. Its cute, its compact, portable (works wireless) and its affordable. The pressure sensor on this tablet isnt very good, the drawing space is a little bit small for me and the pen is thin, light and only works one way. You cannot use better pens on this tablet because there arent any settings to connect other pens to it. Its a huge downgrade from my old tablet but its okay for its price.

Brought this a few weeks ago for drawing, and making notes, and its pretty good. Brought this a few weeks ago for drawing, and making notes, and its pretty good.

Really wish I'd purchased one of these things years ago, the difference it makes compared to using a mouse is outstanding. No idea how it holds up against similar products, but I'm absolutely loving it. Really wish I'd purchased one of these things years ago, the difference it makes compared to using a mouse is outstanding. No idea how it holds up against similar products, but I'm absolutely loving it.

The product is exactly what I needed. Easy to install and great to have the bonus redeemable softwares included in it. I use it as a mouse too which is perfect so I don't have to switch to other devices while I'm editing on Photoshop or just browsing the web.

The only issue I've got when using it as a mouse is the scrolling feature. I can change it in the settings but it isn't as easy to use. It doesn't affect the star rating - I probably just have to pick the right settings and get used to it. The product is exactly what I needed. Easy to install and great to have the bonus redeemable softwares included in it. I use it as a mouse too which is perfect so I don't have to switch to other devices while I'm editing on Photoshop or just browsing the web.

The only issue I've got when using it as a mouse is the scrolling feature. I can change it in the settings but it isn't as easy to use. It doesn't affect the star rating - I probably just have to pick the right settings and get used to it.

We are very happy with our purchase, thank you :) We are very happy with our purchase, thank you :)

The tablet works good, but Sometimes the cursor is slow comparing with the movements… piss me off… but my laptop is brand new, so I don’t think it’s the problem… but if I use with the cable it is fine The tablet works good, but Sometimes the cursor is slow comparing with the movements… piss me off… but my laptop is brand new, so I don’t think it’s the problem… but if I use with the cable it is fine

Am super happy with the Wacom intuos perfect for what I needed it for and already used it heaps. Comes with some great software bonuses too but it works well with the programs I already use so would highly recommend Am super happy with the Wacom intuos perfect for what I needed it for and already used it heaps. Comes with some great software bonuses too but it works well with the programs I already use so would highly recommend

I am loving it. Still coming to terms using it but it does everything I wanted it to. I am loving it. Still coming to terms using it but it does everything I wanted it to.

Works just fine and so much better not to have yet another lead to fight with.
The size is great - all I need as I am used to the Bamboo formerly - it fits on my smallish desk area very well.
I wish Wacom produced just a plain black version of this compact tablet - the pistachio and pink choices leave me feeling a bit like I am using a kid's toy... Works just fine and so much better not to have yet another lead to fight with.
The size is great - all I need as I am used to the Bamboo formerly - it fits on my smallish desk area very well.
I wish Wacom produced just a plain black version of this compact tablet - the pistachio and pink choices leave me feeling a bit like I am using a kid's toy...