What is the recommended graphic tablet for MAC?
Is the driver compatible with Macbook?
Don’t worry, check out this article to find out!
1. Are graphic tablets on the market compatible with MAC?
Basically, no matter your computer is Windows OS or MAC OS, if the drawing software is compatible with the system, then it can be sure that it is compatible with graphic tablets.
However, before buying graphic tablets, it’s suggested to check if there’s any available driver for Macbook.
Some graphic tablets brands with small market share don’t provide driver for Macbook. Therefore, customers should check before buying, or try to buy graphic tablets from brands with larger market share.
The five brands in Taiwan all provide driver compatible with Mac OS.
Notice that aside from the compatibility of driver, the size of driver, easiness of installment would affect user experience. Therefore, it would be more convenient to choose driver software with small size and easy- installing. The following tables are the information on popular graphic tablets on the market.
| Brand | AERY | WACOM | XP-PEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Ten Way | Intuos Pro | Deco02 |
| Mapping Area | 10"x6" | 8.7"x5.8" | 10"x6" |
| Digital Pen & Pressure Sensitivity | Pressure Sensitive Eraser Pen & 8121 Level | Pressure Sensitive Eraser Pen & 8121 Level | Pressure Sensitive Eraser Pen & 8121 Level |
| Size of Driver | 4M、Rapid & Stable | About 30M | 15~30M |
| Price | 3490 NTD | 7090-10900 NTD | 3690 NTD |
2. Are there any famous graphic brands on the market?
| Brands | Feature | Price | Reviews from PTT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wacom | Undelayed technique | 2590~11990 NTD | Excellent using experience |
| Excellent user using experience | High price & complicated product line | ||
| AERY | Aesthetic graphic tablet with ideal price | 990~16900 NTD | Ideal price and high performance |
| Popular among teachers and students | Good after-sell service& Small capacity driver | ||
| HUION繪王 | Graphic tablet with ideal price | 1980~24900 NTD | Simple appearance that was awarded |
| Simple appearance | Small market share outside Taiwan | ||
| Viewsonic | Graphic tablet with ideal price | 1990~19900 NTD | Hipsiters’ best choice. Less function |
| Simple appearance | Best choice for both personal use and gift | ||
| XP-PEN | Muti- functions | 1490~15900 NTD | Many function keys and turning pads |
| Low price graphic tablets |
3. Are there any famous designers using MAC?
We recommend an aesthetic designer for you－薛零六Bess Shiue
Aside from makeup, she is also skilled at using MAC with graphic tablets.
Her Youtube channel including teaching videos about MAC OS, design on MAC, etc.
Because of her profound experience of design, she usually holds exhibitions and is invited to be the judge in many competitions.
For those designers using MAC, you can check out her Youtube channel!
4.I like to do aesthetic design, what is the recommended graphic tablet for MacBook?
【AERY】Ten- Way – Professional Graphic Tablet with Pressure Sensitive Eraser Pen
●New Version – MIT P90 Battery-free Pressure Sensitive Eraser Pen 8192 Level pressure sensitivity
●Turning pad + Shortcut keys – Customize your own shortcuts to improve work efficiency
●With a 9.6"x6" Mapping Area similar to A4
●Stimulated Paper Surface – Anti-scratch & Anti-slip
●Small Capacity Driver – Stable, Easily installed, Frequently updated
●Free refills are provided permanently.
●Turning pad + Shortcut keys – Customize your own shortcuts to improve work efficiency
●With a 9.6"x6" Mapping Area similar to A4
●Stimulated Paper Surface – Anti-scratch & Anti-slip
●Small Capacity Driver – Stable, Easily installed, Frequently updated
●Free refills are provided permanently.
5.Is there any detailed information about Ten Way?
