Our Review Policy

At Drawing Tablet Reviews, we are committed to providing honest, thorough, and unbiased reviews of drawing tablets and related products. Our goal is to help artists, designers, and creative professionals make informed decisions about the tools they use for their work.

How We Review Products

Testing Process

Each tablet we review undergoes a comprehensive testing process that typically lasts 1-2 weeks of daily use. During this time, our reviewers use the tablet for various creative tasks including:

• Digital painting and illustration
• Photo editing and retouching
• 3D modeling
• Animation
• Graphic design
• Note-taking and sketching

We test each tablet with industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Clip Studio Paint, Blender, and ZBrush to ensure compatibility and performance across different applications.

Scoring System

Our reviews use a 10-point scoring system across four key categories:

1. Performance (10 points): Evaluates pressure sensitivity, accuracy, responsiveness, and overall drawing experience.
2. Features (10 points): Assesses the tablet's express keys, connectivity options, software, and additional capabilities.
3. Design (10 points): Considers build quality, ergonomics, screen quality (for pen displays), and overall aesthetics.
4. Value for Money (10 points): Determines whether the tablet provides good value relative to its price and competition.

These category scores are then weighted and combined to create an overall score out of 100.

Editorial Independence

Product Sourcing

We obtain review units through the following methods:

• Direct purchases using our own budget
• Review units provided by manufacturers (which are always returned after testing)
• Long-term loans for ongoing comparison testing

Regardless of how we obtain a product, our review process and scoring remain the same. We never accept payment for reviews, and manufacturers have no input on our review content or scores.

Affiliate Relationships

Drawing Tablet Reviews participates in affiliate programs with various retailers. This means we may earn a commission when readers purchase products through links on our site. However:

• We never recommend products solely to generate affiliate revenue
• Our reviewers are not informed which products have affiliate relationships
• Affiliate relationships never influence our ratings or recommendations

Updates and Corrections

Technology evolves quickly, and sometimes issues arise after publication. We are committed to:

• Updating reviews when significant firmware or software updates change functionality
• Correcting any factual errors promptly
• Adding long-term testing notes for products we continue to use

If you notice an error or have concerns about any of our reviews, please contact us, and we'll address it as quickly as possible.

Transparency Statement

We believe in complete transparency with our audience. If there are any potential conflicts of interest, such as a reviewer having previously worked for a manufacturer, we will disclose this information clearly in the review.

Our commitment is to you, the reader, and we strive to maintain your trust through honest, thorough, and unbiased reviews that help you find the right tools for your creative work.