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XP Pen Deco Fun S Review | 66 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Type:pen tabletActive drawing area:16258 mm²Resolution:N/APen pressure levels:8192Report rate:220 RPS

XP Pen Deco Fun S Review: Compare 66 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drawing tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

▼Worse than 82% of drawing-tablets

6.4

▼Worse than 76% of drawing-tablets

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9.0
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9.0/ 10
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Technical Specifications of drawing tablet XP Pen Deco Fun S

6.4

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6.8

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Type

pen tablet

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Compatibility

Windows / macOS / Linux / ChromeOS / Android

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Display & Color

3.9

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Pen & Input

8.6

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Stylus included

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Connectivity

5.6

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Bluetooth connectivity

USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) ports

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-C) ports

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-A) ports

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB-A) ports

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Controls & Extras

2.1

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N. of express keys

N. of dials

Stand included

Fold-out legs

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XP Pen Deco Fun S vs the average drawing tablet

Why is XP Pen Deco Fun S better than the average drawing tablet?

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24.2% lighter pen
Pen weight
10 g
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <10 g – >16 g
This drawing tablet includes a lighter pen than the average drawing tablet (10 g vs 13.2 g). The average drawing tablet pen weighs 13.2 g.
10 g vs 13.2 g
146.3 mm slimmer body
Width
210.5 mm
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <211 mm – >567 mm
This drawing tablet is narrower than the average drawing tablet (210.5 mm vs 356.8 mm). The average drawing tablet is 356.8 mm wide.
210.5 mm vs 356.8 mm
6.4x cheaper
XP Pen Deco Fun S is cheaper than the average drawing tablet (£25 vs £160).
£25 vs £160
39.2% lighter design
Weight
450 g
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <250 g – >5.5k g
This drawing tablet is lighter than the average drawing tablet (450 g vs 740 g). The average drawing tablet weighs 740 g.
450 g vs 740 g

6.4x cheaper
XP Pen Deco Fun S is cheaper than the average drawing tablet (£25 vs £160).
£25 vs £160

146.3 mm slimmer body
Width
210.5 mm
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <211 mm – >567 mm
This drawing tablet is narrower than the average drawing tablet (210.5 mm vs 356.8 mm). The average drawing tablet is 356.8 mm wide.
210.5 mm vs 356.8 mm
39.2% lighter design
Weight
450 g
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <250 g – >5.5k g
This drawing tablet is lighter than the average drawing tablet (450 g vs 740 g). The average drawing tablet weighs 740 g.
450 g vs 740 g

24.2% lighter pen
Pen weight
10 g
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <10 g – >16 g
This drawing tablet includes a lighter pen than the average drawing tablet (10 g vs 13.2 g). The average drawing tablet pen weighs 13.2 g.
10 g vs 13.2 g

Why is XP Pen Deco Fun S worse than the average drawing tablet?

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24,506 mm² smaller work area
Active drawing area
16,258 mm²
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <15.5k mm² – >127.8k mm²
This drawing tablet has a smaller active drawing area than the average drawing tablet (16258 mm² vs 40764 mm²). The average drawing tablet offers an active drawing area of 40764 mm².
160.02 x 101.6 mm.
16,258 mm² vs 40,764 mm²
6 fewer express keys
N. of express keys
0
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <0 – >10
This drawing tablet has fewer express keys than the average drawing tablet (0 vs 6). The average drawing tablet has 6 express keys.
0 vs 6
5.6% lower report rate
Report rate
220 RPS
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <200 RPS – >290 RPS
This drawing tablet has a lower report rate than the average drawing tablet (220 RPS vs 233 RPS). The average drawing tablet has a report rate of 233 RPS.
220 RPS vs 233 RPS
No pen stand included
Pen stand included
no
▼ Worse than 59% of models
This drawing tablet does not come with a pen stand, while the average drawing tablet does. 59.1% of drawing tablets come with a pen stand.
6.16x less popular
XP Pen Deco Fun S has a lower popularity than the average drawing tablet (1 vs 6.2).
1 vs 6.16
2.4 mm thicker body
Thickness
12.9 mm
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <7.5 mm – >26 mm
This drawing tablet is thicker than the average drawing tablet (12.9 mm vs 10.5 mm). The average drawing tablet is 10.5 mm thick.
12.9 mm vs 10.5 mm

6.16x less popular
XP Pen Deco Fun S has a lower popularity than the average drawing tablet (1 vs 6.2).
1 vs 6.16

2.4 mm thicker body
Thickness
12.9 mm
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <7.5 mm – >26 mm
This drawing tablet is thicker than the average drawing tablet (12.9 mm vs 10.5 mm). The average drawing tablet is 10.5 mm thick.
12.9 mm vs 10.5 mm

24,506 mm² smaller work area
Active drawing area
16,258 mm²
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <15.5k mm² – >127.8k mm²
This drawing tablet has a smaller active drawing area than the average drawing tablet (16258 mm² vs 40764 mm²). The average drawing tablet offers an active drawing area of 40764 mm².
160.02 x 101.6 mm.
16,258 mm² vs 40,764 mm²

5.6% lower report rate
Report rate
220 RPS
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <200 RPS – >290 RPS
This drawing tablet has a lower report rate than the average drawing tablet (220 RPS vs 233 RPS). The average drawing tablet has a report rate of 233 RPS.
220 RPS vs 233 RPS

6 fewer express keys
N. of express keys
0
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <0 – >10
This drawing tablet has fewer express keys than the average drawing tablet (0 vs 6). The average drawing tablet has 6 express keys.
0 vs 6
No pen stand included
Pen stand included
no
▼ Worse than 59% of models
This drawing tablet does not come with a pen stand, while the average drawing tablet does. 59.1% of drawing tablets come with a pen stand.

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community.xp-pen.com

28/06/2021

Summary of the review

XP-Pen Deco Fun Review - XPPen Community

Summary of the XP-Pen Deco Fun S The XP-Pen Deco Fun S is a versatile, budget-friendly graphics tablet designed for digital art, remote learning, and note-taking. Measuring 6.3 x 4 inches in active area, this sturdy plastic tablet stands out with its lighthearted aesthetic, offering four distinct pastel color options: Space Blue, Carmine Red, Apple Green, and Classic Black. A major highlight is the included battery-free P01 stylus, which delivers premium performance through 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, a 5080 LPI resolution, and a highly responsive 60-degree tilt functionality. Out of the box, it provides high utility by including 10 spare nibs and a USB-C cable that allows seamless plug-and-play operation after updating the necessary software drivers. While the tablet performs exceptionally well across major software like Adobe Illustrator, it does come with a few notable limitations. The most significant drawback is the complete absence of built-in shortcut keys on the tablet body, forcing users to rely on the two customizable buttons on the stylus or a connected keyboard. Additionally, cross-platform compatibility is limited; while it interfaces excellently with Windows,...

junqin.medium.com

11/06/2021

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Hands On Review of the the XP-Pen Deco Fun - junqin

The XP-Pen Deco Fun is a highly affordable, entry-level drawing tablet featuring a 6.3 by 4-inch active area that offers stable, responsive, and lag-free performance across various digital art applications. It provides an intuitive, ergonomic experience that serves as a solid alternative to traditional media for beginners. Medium · However, the tablet lacks customizable hotkeys, requiring heavy reliance on a keyboard for shortcuts. Additionally, the surface is prone to minor scratches over time, and the included software bundle is considered underwhelming. Medium ·junqin

yourartpath.com

17/06/2021

Summary of the review

Deco Fun Series - XP Pen Tablet Review // Best Budget Tablet for Beginners

The XP-Pen Deco Fun series offers three budget-friendly, battery-free stylus tablets (XS, S, and L) ranging from $29.99 to $49.99, available in four colors: classic black, space blue, apple green, and carmine red. The reviewer found the connection process seamless after downloading the driver, which also easily allowed customizing the stylus buttons. During a 20-minute sketching test, the stylus proved highly responsive with zero stroke delay in Photoshop, demonstrating accurate pressure sensitivity for varying line sizes and opacity. Additionally, the tablet supports remote learning and office productivity by bundle-packaging the "Explain Everything" software, which enables real-time document signing and digital annotation. Pros and Cons Affordable Pricing: Prices range from a low $29.99 to $49.99. Zero Delay: The stylus is highly responsive with no stroke lag. Pressure Sensitivity: Accurately registers varied stroke sizes and opacities. Free Software: Includes "Explain Everything" for teaching and meetings. Portability: The XS size is compact enough to throw into a travel bag. No Tilt Support on XS: The extra-small (XS) model lacks the 60-degree pen tilt functionality found on the S and L sizes. Small Workspace...

grafiktablett.net

24/04/2026

Summary of the review

XP-Pen Deco Fun S Drawing Tablet

XP-Pen Deco Fun S The XP-Pen Deco Fun S is a highly portable, budget-friendly drawing tablet tailored specifically for beginners, casual creators, and mobile users looking for an affordable entry into digital art. Retailing at approximately €30, this compact digitiser delivers surprisingly solid technical features, including a battery-free stylus that boasts 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity for exact line weight control. The tablet connects via USB and stands out for its broad cross-platform compatibility, integrating smoothly across Windows, macOS, and Android devices to provide a highly responsive, lag-free drawing and writing experience. Pros and Cons Cons: The active workspace is quite restricted, making it less suitable for large-scale artistic projects or professionals who require extensive hand movement.

tabletsguide.jouwweb.nl

01/08/2021

Summary of the review

XP-Pen Deco Fun Review

The XP-Pen Deco Fun L is an affordable, entry-to-medium-level graphics tablet priced under $50 that delivers a highly responsive, "pen and paper" drawing experience. Roughly the size of an A4 sheet of paper, it maximises its space with a tactile drawing area that translates smoothly onto both laptop screens and 4K monitors. Setup is straightforward via an included one-metre USB cable and easily configurable drivers, though an internet connection is required for the download. Key advantages include a battery-free electromagnetic pen with excellent pressure sensitivity, 10 replacement nibs, and the ability to double as a multi-touch trackpad—significantly improving workflow efficiency in creative applications like Photoshop. However, the tablet has notable drawbacks, primarily that its smooth drawing surface scuffs and scratches easily after only a few hours of repeated sketching. While these scuffs do not diminish the device's sensitivity, they cause the texture to feel uncomfortably scratchy over time. Additionally, the included one-metre cable may prove too short for desktop setups where the computer tower sits underneath or far from the desk. Despite these minor limitations, the review concludes that the...

mangakoaching.com

23/06/2021

Summary of the review

Review: The XP-PEN Deco Fun Range - Le Mangakoaching

The Mangakoaching review highlights the XP-PEN Deco Fun series as a highly versatile, lightweight, and budget-friendly lineup of graphics tablets tailored for students, beginners, and young adults. Testing three sizes (XS, S, and L), the reviewer underscores their multi-purpose utility, which extends beyond digital illustration to remote learning, digital signatures, and agility-based gaming like osu!. Key pros include an incredibly low starting price of around €30, broad cross-platform compatibility (Windows, Mac, Android, Chrome OS, Linux), dynamic color choices (Classic Black, Space Blue, Apple Green, Carmine Red), and a highly responsive battery-free P01 stylus featuring 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity. Furthermore, a single device driver unifies the entire product range, automatically identifying different tablet sizes when switched. However, the reviewer details notable cons that buyers should consider depending on their specific needs. The most restrictive drawback is the complete absence of built-in express shortcut keys on the tablets, forcing users to heavily rely on a computer keyboard or customize only the two buttons present on the stylus. While drawing sensitivity is excellent, note-taking lines on platforms like Explain Everything felt slightly...

papacube.com

01/06/2021

Summary of the review

Test and review of the XPPen Deco Fun pen tablet series

The ⁠XP-Pen Deco Fun series offers an exceptionally affordable, highly portable, and reliable screenless graphic tablet lineup perfect for beginners, remote learning, and mobile use. The reviewer highlights outstanding technical performance for an entry-level device, featuring 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity and a highly responsive, battery-free stylus. Setting up the device is seamlessly effortless, acting as a genuine plug-and-play system across Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, and Android devices. Furthermore, its screenless build encourages a healthy, upright posture compared to standard pen displays, making it a great budget-friendly option for adults and children alike. If you'd like to narrow down the choice, please tell me: What is your budget? What operating system (Windows, Mac, or Android) will you use most? Do you prefer a compact size for travel or a larger surface area for drawing?

juegosconarte.es

26/06/2021

Summary of the review

Deco Fun Graphic Tablet | Reviews with Art", "Deco Fun Drawing Tablet | Art-Infused Reviews

The review highlights distinct advantages and disadvantages to consider before buying. On the positive side, the tablet stands out for its exceptional precision, sensitivity, and natural stroke movement, ensuring a stable drawing experience without performance drops during long usage. However, the reviewer notes a few drawbacks, including a lack of built-in shortcut keys on the tablet itself, meaning advanced configurations rely entirely on customizing the two buttons found on the pen. Additionally, the brighter colour options like apple green or carmine red tend to get dirty quite easily, and the limited surface area of the smaller sizes (XS and S) can feel restrictive for detailed office or studio work, leading the reviewer to personally recommend the larger L variant. Lastly, the stylus tip has a slight inward play when applying pressure, which requires a small amount of user adaptation.

tabletsguide.jouwweb.nl

11/06/2021

Summary of the review

XP-Pen Deco Fun Review

The XP-Pen Deco Fun Large is an affordable graphic drawing tablet priced under $50 that delivers a highly responsive, "pen and paper" feel comparable to more expensive models. The tablet is compact—roughly the size of an A4 sheet of paper—maximizing its active drawing area to comfortably fit smaller desks while providing excellent tracking and 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity. Its battery-free, electromagnetic stylus requires no charging and comes packed with ten replacement nibs that can last up to three years each. Setting up the device is straightforward via a simple driver download from the official website, and it functions seamlessly as a mouse replacement or touchpad across Windows, Mac, and creative applications like Photoshop CC. Despite its strong value, the reviewer notes a few prominent drawbacks, most notably that the smooth drawing surface scuffs and wears down easily after just a few hours of repeated sketching or heavy pressure. While these scuffs do not diminish the tablet's technical sensitivity, they can create a scratchy texture over time. Additionally, the included one-meter USB cable may prove too short for setups where...

Third-party reviews

What we like about XP Pen Deco Fun S

Highly affordable and offers excellent value for beginners and budget-conscious artists
Compact and lightweight design makes it very portable for on-the-go use
Simple plug-and-play setup with easy-to-install drivers
Battery-free stylus includes 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity and 60° tilt support
Wide compatibility with Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, and Chrome OS
Responsive drawing surface with minimal lag, suitable for OSU! gameplay and digital art
Available in multiple aesthetic colors like Classic Black, Space Blue, and Carmine Red

What we don't like about XP Pen Deco Fun S

Lacks physical shortcut or express keys on the tablet body
The small active area (6.3 x 4 inches) can feel cramped for large-scale illustrations
Plastic build quality can feel less robust compared to premium, professional models
Some users report the surface can be slightly slippery without a drawing glove
Occasional software support and driver conflict issues reported by some users
The stylus is lightweight, which some artists may find less comfortable than weighted pens
Glossy top material is prone to visible scratches over time

Verdict

The XP-Pen Deco Fun S is a compact, screenless drawing tablet featuring a 6.3 x 4-inch active area, 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, and 60° tilt support for precise shading. This lightweight device offers 5,080 LPI resolution and a report rate of ≥220 RPS, ensuring responsive input through its battery-free P01 stylus across Windows, macOS, Android, and Chrome OS. Main pros include its highly portable design, easy plug-and-play setup, and broad software compatibility for digital art, remote learning, and gaming like OSU!. However, notable cons include a lack of customizable shortcut keys on the tablet itself, a plastic build that some users find lightweight or scratch-prone, and no iOS support.

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