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Wacom Intuos Medium Review | 66 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£80
Type: pen tablet
Active drawing area: 29160 mm²
Resolution: N/A
Pen pressure levels: 4096
Report rate: 133 RPS

Wacom Intuos Medium review. Compare 66 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drawing tablets and if it is worth buying.

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The Wacom Intuos Medium is a portable, screenless pen tablet featuring a 216 x 135 mm (8.5 x 5.3 in) active area and a slim 8.8 mm profile. It is equipped with a battery-free 4K pen utilizing electromagnetic resonance (EMR) technology to provide 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity and 2,540 LPI resolution for precise digital drawing. Main characteristics include four customizable ExpressKeys for workflow shortcuts, integrated Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless connectivity on select models, and compatibility with Windows, Mac, Android, and ChromeOS. Key pros are its lightweight 410g design, ergonomic handling for both right- and left-handed users, and the inclusion of downloadable creative software like Corel Painter Essentials. Notable cons include the lack of multi-touch support on standard models, the absence of a pen eraser, and potential ergonomics issues for users who prefer larger buffer zones for palm resting.

Technical Specifications of Wacom Intuos Medium

Overall score

5.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drawing tablet.

When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.

Form Factor

7.2

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Type

What it is: Identifies whether the device is a screenless pen tablet or a pen display with its own built-in screen.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a screenless setup and direct on-screen drawing, because the device type changes how you position your hand, eyes, and workspace.

Importance: LOW

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Display

What it is: Indicates whether the tablet itself includes an integrated screen instead of relying only on an external monitor.

When it matters: When you are deciding whether you want to draw directly on the tablet instead of looking at a separate monitor.

Importance: LOW

Compatibility

What it is: Shows which operating systems or platforms the tablet officially supports for drivers, software, and core input functions.

When it matters: When you need the tablet to work reliably with your current computer, phone, or creative software environment without driver problems.

Importance: LOW

Windows / macOS / ChromeOS / Android

Wireless capability

What it is: Indicates whether the tablet can operate without a constant wired connection to the host device.

When it matters: When you want a cleaner desk, easier repositioning, or more flexibility for mobile use without a permanent cable tether.

Importance: LOW

Weight

What it is: Measures the total mass of the tablet, which affects portability, desk stability, and carrying comfort.

When it matters: When you move the tablet between rooms, carry it in a bag, or want it to feel stable without being cumbersome on the desk.

Importance: LOW

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Display & Color

4.1

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Active drawing area

What it is: Represents the usable surface where pen input is detected for drawing, writing, or navigation.

When it matters: When you want enough working space for broad arm movements, long strokes, or detailed retouching without feeling cramped.

Importance: HIGH

Screen size

What it is: Measures the diagonal size of the built-in display, usually in inches, for pen display models.

When it matters: When you work directly on a pen display and need enough room for menus, canvas space, and hand placement at the same time.

Importance: HIGH

N/A

Resolution

What it is: Shows the total number of display pixels available across the panel and defines image detail.

When it matters: When you want interface elements, brush edges, and artwork details to look clean on a built-in display.

Importance: HIGH

N/A

Pixel density

What it is: Measures how many pixels are packed into each inch of the display, affecting sharpness and fine detail.

When it matters: When you are sensitive to visible pixels while drawing fine lines, reading small text, or checking detailed artwork.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Typical brightness

What it is: Represents the usual screen luminance the display can sustain in normal operation, usually measured in nits.

When it matters: When you work in bright rooms and need the display to remain clearly visible without washing out.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Pen & Input

5.1

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Stylus included

What it is: Indicates whether a compatible drawing pen is included in the box rather than sold separately.

When it matters: When you want to start drawing immediately and avoid paying extra for a compatible pen after buying the tablet.

Importance: HIGH

Pen technology

What it is: Identifies the stylus input technology used, such as EMR, AES, active, or passive implementations.

When it matters: When you compare drawing feel, charging needs, and compatibility between different pen systems.

Importance: HIGH

Pen pressure levels

What it is: Shows how many distinct pressure steps the stylus can register while drawing or writing.

When it matters: When you vary line weight and brush intensity often, because more pressure steps can give finer control over stroke response.

Importance: HIGH

Pen resolution

What it is: Measures the positional precision of the pen input system, commonly expressed in lines per inch.

When it matters: When you need accurate cursor placement for detailed illustration, masking, or careful selection work.

Importance: HIGH

Report rate

What it is: Shows how often the pen position is reported to the system, which influences cursor responsiveness.

When it matters: When you want pen tracking to feel snappy during fast strokes, handwriting, or quick gesture-based work.

Importance: HIGH

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Connectivity

4.0

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Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the tablet supports Bluetooth for wireless connection to compatible devices or accessories.

When it matters: When you want wireless pairing with accessories or a less cable-heavy setup around the tablet.

Importance: LOW

USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) ports

What it is: Counts the available USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports for high-speed data, charging, or display-related connections.

When it matters: When you want modern high-bandwidth Type-C connections for data, charging, or display-oriented accessories.

Importance: LOW

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports

What it is: Counts the available USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports used for general data, charging, or accessory links.

When it matters: When you need flexible Type-C connectivity for everyday data links, charging, or accessory support.

Importance: LOW

USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-A) ports

What it is: Counts the available USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports for high-speed data transfer and peripheral connection.

When it matters: When you plan to connect fast external storage or peripherals directly and want enough high-speed Type-A ports.

Importance: LOW

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-A) ports

What it is: Counts the available USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports for standard high-speed peripheral and storage connections.

When it matters: When you still use standard USB-A devices and want enough direct ports without carrying a hub.

Importance: LOW

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Controls & Extras

3.8

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N. of express keys

What it is: Counts the programmable shortcut keys built into the tablet for quick access to commands.

When it matters: When you rely on shortcut-heavy workflows and want more actions accessible on the tablet without reaching for the keyboard.

Importance: LOW

N. of dials

What it is: Counts the physical dials or rotary controls available for shortcuts, zoom, brush size, or similar functions.

When it matters: When you want physical rotary controls for zoom, brush size, timeline scrubbing, or other actions you repeat constantly.

Importance: LOW

Stand included

What it is: Indicates whether a separate stand is included to support the tablet at adjustable working angles.

When it matters: When you want an ergonomic drawing angle right away and do not want to budget for a separate stand after purchase.

Importance: LOW

Fold-out legs

What it is: Indicates whether the tablet has built-in fold-out legs for basic angle adjustment on a desk.

When it matters: When you want a quick built-in way to tilt the tablet without buying a separate stand first.

Importance: LOW

Pen stand included

What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated holder or stand for the stylus is included in the package.

When it matters: When you want the stylus stored safely on the desk instead of rolling around or getting misplaced between sessions.

Importance: LOW

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Wacom Intuos Medium vs the average drawing tablet

Why is Wacom Intuos Medium better than the average drawing tablet?

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2 g lower activation force
Wacom Intuos Medium needs less initial activation force than the average drawing tablet (1 g vs 3 g). The average drawing tablet pen needs 3 g of initial activation force.
Reported as <1g.
What it is: Measures how much pressure is needed before the stylus begins to register an input stroke.
When it matters: When you need very light pen contact to register, especially for soft sketching or delicate shading.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium needs less initial activation force than the average drawing tablet (1 g vs 3 g). The average drawing tablet pen needs 3 g of initial activation force.1 g vs 3 g
15.5% lighter pen
Wacom Intuos Medium includes a lighter pen than the average drawing tablet (11.2 g vs 13.25 g). The average drawing tablet pen weighs 13.25 g.
What it is: Measures the mass of the stylus itself, which affects long-session comfort and handling feel.
When it matters: When hand comfort matters during long drawing sessions and you are sensitive to how heavy a stylus feels over time.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium includes a lighter pen than the average drawing tablet (11.2 g vs 13.25 g). The average drawing tablet pen weighs 13.25 g.11.2 g vs 13.25 g
Supports wireless use
Wacom Intuos Medium supports wireless use, while the average drawing tablet does not. 18.5% of drawing tablets support wireless use.
What it is: Indicates whether the tablet can operate without a constant wired connection to the host device.
When it matters: When you want a cleaner desk, easier repositioning, or more flexibility for mobile use without a permanent cable tether.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium supports wireless use, while the average drawing tablet does not. 18.5% of drawing tablets support wireless use.
18% higher user score
Wacom Intuos Medium has a higher user score than the average drawing tablet (9.44 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drawing tablet.
When it matters: When you want to know how a drawing tablet performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Wacom Intuos Medium has a higher user score than the average drawing tablet (9.44 vs 8.000).9.44 vs 8
45.7% lighter design
Wacom Intuos Medium is lighter than the average drawing tablet (410 g vs 755 g). The average drawing tablet weighs 755 g.
Tablet only; separate stand excluded.
What it is: Measures the total mass of the tablet, which affects portability, desk stability, and carrying comfort.
When it matters: When you move the tablet between rooms, carry it in a bag, or want it to feel stable without being cumbersome on the desk.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium is lighter than the average drawing tablet (410 g vs 755 g). The average drawing tablet weighs 755 g.410 g vs 755 g
93.5 mm slimmer body
Wacom Intuos Medium is narrower than the average drawing tablet (264 mm vs 357.5 mm). The average drawing tablet is 357.5 mm wide.
What it is: Measures the tablet body from side to side and helps define the desk space it occupies.
When it matters: When you are checking whether the tablet will physically fit on your desk, beside a keyboard, or inside a carrying sleeve.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium is narrower than the average drawing tablet (264 mm vs 357.5 mm). The average drawing tablet is 357.5 mm wide.264 mm vs 357.5 mm
1 more USB 2.0 ports
Wacom Intuos Medium has more USB 2.0 ports than the average drawing tablet (1 vs 0). The average drawing tablet has 0 USB 2.0 ports.
What it is: Counts the standard USB 2.0 ports available for lower-bandwidth accessories and peripheral devices.
When it matters: When you connect simpler accessories like receivers, keyboards, or low-bandwidth tools that do not need faster ports.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium has more USB 2.0 ports than the average drawing tablet (1 vs 0). The average drawing tablet has 0 USB 2.0 ports.1 vs 0
Supports wireless use
Wacom Intuos Medium supports wireless use, while the average drawing tablet does not. 18.5% of drawing tablets support wireless use.
45.7% lighter design
Wacom Intuos Medium is lighter than the average drawing tablet (410 g vs 755 g). The average drawing tablet weighs 755 g.
93.5 mm slimmer body
Wacom Intuos Medium is narrower than the average drawing tablet (264 mm vs 357.5 mm). The average drawing tablet is 357.5 mm wide.
2 g lower activation force
Wacom Intuos Medium needs less initial activation force than the average drawing tablet (1 g vs 3 g). The average drawing tablet pen needs 3 g of initial activation force.
15.5% lighter pen
Wacom Intuos Medium includes a lighter pen than the average drawing tablet (11.2 g vs 13.25 g). The average drawing tablet pen weighs 13.25 g.
1 more USB 2.0 ports
Wacom Intuos Medium has more USB 2.0 ports than the average drawing tablet (1 vs 0). The average drawing tablet has 0 USB 2.0 ports.

Why is Wacom Intuos Medium worse than the average drawing tablet?

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Older release
Wacom Intuos Medium was released earlier than the average drawing tablet.
March 2018.
11,604 mm² smaller work area
Wacom Intuos Medium has a smaller active drawing area than the average drawing tablet (29,160 mm² vs 40,764 mm²). The average drawing tablet offers an active drawing area of 40,764 mm².
216x135 mm.
7 fewer nibs included
Wacom Intuos Medium includes fewer replacement nibs than the average drawing tablet (3 vs 10). The average drawing tablet includes 10 replacement nibs.
4,096 lower pen pressure levels
Wacom Intuos Medium supports fewer pen pressure levels than the average drawing tablet (4,096 vs 8,192). The average drawing tablet supports 8,192 pen pressure levels.
2540 LPI lower pen resolution
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a lower pen resolution than the average drawing tablet (2,540 LPI vs 5,080 LPI). The average drawing tablet supports a pen resolution of 5,080 LPI.
42.9% lower report rate
Wacom Intuos Medium has a lower report rate than the average drawing tablet (133 RPS vs 233 RPS). The average drawing tablet has a report rate of 233 RPS.
3 mm shorter hover distance
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a shorter hover distance than the average drawing tablet (7 mm vs 10 mm). The average drawing tablet supports a hover distance of 10 mm.
1 fewer USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 ports
Wacom Intuos Medium has fewer USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports than the average drawing tablet (0 vs 1). The average drawing tablet has 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports.
No pen stand included
Wacom Intuos Medium does not come with a pen stand, while the average drawing tablet does. 59.3% of drawing tablets come with a pen stand.
2 fewer express keys
Wacom Intuos Medium has fewer express keys than the average drawing tablet (4 vs 6). The average drawing tablet has 6 express keys.
7 fewer nibs included
Wacom Intuos Medium includes fewer replacement nibs than the average drawing tablet (3 vs 10). The average drawing tablet includes 10 replacement nibs.
What it is: Counts how many replacement pen nibs are included with the tablet or stylus package.
When it matters: When you want spare nibs in the box so heavy use does not force an immediate extra purchase.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium includes fewer replacement nibs than the average drawing tablet (3 vs 10). The average drawing tablet includes 10 replacement nibs.3 vs 10
4,096 lower pen pressure levels
Wacom Intuos Medium supports fewer pen pressure levels than the average drawing tablet (4,096 vs 8,192). The average drawing tablet supports 8,192 pen pressure levels.
What it is: Shows how many distinct pressure steps the stylus can register while drawing or writing.
When it matters: When you vary line weight and brush intensity often, because more pressure steps can give finer control over stroke response.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium supports fewer pen pressure levels than the average drawing tablet (4,096 vs 8,192). The average drawing tablet supports 8,192 pen pressure levels.4,096 vs 8,192
2540 LPI lower pen resolution
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a lower pen resolution than the average drawing tablet (2,540 LPI vs 5,080 LPI). The average drawing tablet supports a pen resolution of 5,080 LPI.
What it is: Measures the positional precision of the pen input system, commonly expressed in lines per inch.
When it matters: When you need accurate cursor placement for detailed illustration, masking, or careful selection work.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a lower pen resolution than the average drawing tablet (2,540 LPI vs 5,080 LPI). The average drawing tablet supports a pen resolution of 5,080 LPI.2540 LPI vs 5080 LPI
42.9% lower report rate
Wacom Intuos Medium has a lower report rate than the average drawing tablet (133 RPS vs 233 RPS). The average drawing tablet has a report rate of 233 RPS.
What it is: Shows how often the pen position is reported to the system, which influences cursor responsiveness.
When it matters: When you want pen tracking to feel snappy during fast strokes, handwriting, or quick gesture-based work.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium has a lower report rate than the average drawing tablet (133 RPS vs 233 RPS). The average drawing tablet has a report rate of 233 RPS.133 RPS vs 233 RPS
3 mm shorter hover distance
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a shorter hover distance than the average drawing tablet (7 mm vs 10 mm). The average drawing tablet supports a hover distance of 10 mm.
What it is: Shows how far above the surface the pen can be detected before making physical contact.
When it matters: When you want to position the cursor accurately before touching the surface, especially in detailed editing work.
Importance: MEDIUM
Wacom Intuos Medium supports a shorter hover distance than the average drawing tablet (7 mm vs 10 mm). The average drawing tablet supports a hover distance of 10 mm.7 mm vs 10 mm
11,604 mm² smaller work area
Wacom Intuos Medium has a smaller active drawing area than the average drawing tablet (29,160 mm² vs 40,764 mm²). The average drawing tablet offers an active drawing area of 40,764 mm².
216x135 mm.
What it is: Represents the usable surface where pen input is detected for drawing, writing, or navigation.
When it matters: When you want enough working space for broad arm movements, long strokes, or detailed retouching without feeling cramped.
Importance: HIGH
Wacom Intuos Medium has a smaller active drawing area than the average drawing tablet (29,160 mm² vs 40,764 mm²). The average drawing tablet offers an active drawing area of 40,764 mm².29160 mm² vs 40764 mm²
1 fewer USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 ports
Wacom Intuos Medium has fewer USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports than the average drawing tablet (0 vs 1). The average drawing tablet has 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports.
What it is: Counts the available USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports used for general data, charging, or accessory links.
When it matters: When you need flexible Type-C connectivity for everyday data links, charging, or accessory support.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium has fewer USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports than the average drawing tablet (0 vs 1). The average drawing tablet has 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports.0 vs 1
Older release
Wacom Intuos Medium was released earlier than the average drawing tablet.
March 2018.
What it is: States the month and year when the drawing tablet model was officially launched or became available.
When it matters: When you care about buying a more recent model with newer hardware, longer software relevance, or a fresher pen generation.
Importance: LOW
Wacom Intuos Medium was released earlier than the average drawing tablet.2,018 vs 2,021

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What customers like about Wacom Intuos Medium?

Portable and slim design at roughly 7mm thick
Pressure sensitivity (4,096 levels) provides natural transitions for digital art
Built-in Bluetooth connectivity reduces cable clutter
Battery-free, lightweight pen that does not require charging
Symmetrical design with four customizable ExpressKeys suitable for both left and right-handed users
Seamless integration with major creative software like Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, and Corel Painter
Durable build quality that typically lasts for years of daily use
Bundled creative software included with purchase provides good value

What customers dislike about Wacom Intuos Medium?

Rough surface texture can cause pen nibs to wear down quickly
Reports of Bluetooth lag on Windows compared to macOS
Lack of a built-in eraser on the pen, requiring keyboard shortcuts or software toggles
Does not support multi-touch gestures found on higher-end Pro models
Surface may show visible 'optical wear' or scratches over time, though accuracy remains unaffected
No USB-C cable included with older stock (uses micro-USB)
Bluetooth connectivity is not compatible with Android devices in certain revisions

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