XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Review
Are you someone that works on the go? Perhaps you feel that a laptop is too big for you to carry around? Try using a tablet for a change. If you are concerned over a tablet’s screen size, don’t be! XP-Pen has come up with an expansive tablet. The Deco 01 V2’s screen is big, and the technology is simply amazing! Want to know more? Check out the XP Pen Deco 01 V2 Review.
XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Review: A Graphic Tablet For All
I have been using the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 for a couple of months now. So far, I have been quite satisfied with its performance. To date, there have been a few people that asked me about my experience with the tablet. Today, I thought, “Okay. Why not submit my XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 review”.
I’m sure you’d want to know what exactly you are paying for, right? For less than $80, you can get a tablet, stylus and ArtRage Lite! That sounds like a good bundle deal to me.
Tablet
Personally, I am not a fan of most drawing tablets out there. One of my concerns is the size of the screen. However, I was surprised to find out that the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 tablet’s screen is 10 x 6.25 inches. And its thickness is only 8mm.
Stylus
Before I go on, I would like to share a little fact about me. I could spend the longest time in a stationary store. Why? To pick the best pen or pencil of course. The shade, smoothness, and thickness of the lines matter to me.
Having said that, I have absolutely no problem with the pen (stylus) of the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2. The stylus delivery is smooth. It even supports 60 degrees of tilt brush effect! The lines and strokes come out looking natural. There is also an option for me to add shading! With all these features, I’m highly motivated to convert my sketches into digital drawing.
Software
Anyway, if you’re interested in graphic design, the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 is the way to go. What’s more, is that you even get a free XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 software! Who doesn’t like free stuff, right?
In case you’re wondering, the software is ArtRage Lite. It’s an art media painting program.
It is an introductory art software that can bring value to aspiring digital artists. Some people have asked me, “Is ArtRage Lite, for XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Chromebook compatible”? Unfortunately, no. It is only compatible with Windows and Mac OS.
Set-Up Process
Moving on, the downside for the Deco 01 V2 is that the tablet is not “Plug and Play”. But surprisingly, the setup process was easy to follow through. The whole process for my XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 setup took up an acceptable amount of time.
Basically, I just needed to connect the tablet to my computer with a USB cable. Then, I had to download and install the correct driver (Mac / Windows). It’s as simple as that!
Oh and, you might also want to check out the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 Manual. It’s a detailed document about the tablet and stylus. It covers the features and “how-to’s” of the device.
Which To Buy: XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 vs. Wacom Intuos
Some have also asked me for a comparison review. XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 vs Wacom Intuos. I’ll be covering the difference between the tablets in the following areas: active area and shortcut buttons. The stylus of the two tablets also differs in the following areas: buttons and eraser on pen.
Active Area
The XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 has an active area of 10 x 6.25. Meanwhile, the Wacom Intuos offers two sizes, small (6.0 x 3.7) and medium (8.5 x 5.3). I would prefer to have a larger canvas to unleash my creativity.
Shortcut Buttons
I have also considered the difference in the number of shortcut buttons. I found that that the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 has 6 buttons available. While the Wacom Intuos only offers 4. I feel that having shortcut buttons increases my efficiency. Hence, why I would choose the Deco 01 V2.
Buttons and Erasers On Pen
As mentioned earlier, I personally love shortcuts. The Wacom Intuos offers 2 buttons on the pen, while Deco 01 V2 only has 1. However, it piqued my interest that Deco 01 V2 included an eraser on the pen. These features allow me to refine my drawings in a shorter time.
I know, Wacom is known for producing quality drawing tablets. However, XP-Pen’s focus is to provide multiple features. They thrive in feature innovation. The quality of the XP-Pen tablet may not be the best, but it is good enough for me.
Final Thoughts
All in all, I love the amount of thought that XP-Pen has put into their design. The size is perfect for me. I gather inspiration from my surroundings. The fact that I can take it anywhere with ease, is a big plus. Very impressed with how they could come up with so many innovative features.
Well, that’s it from me! I hope that my XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 review could help you make an informed decision. In my opinion, the XP-Pen Deco 01 V2 price point is affordable. It was the best $80 I have ever spent. Kudos to XP-Pen for designing such an amazing tablet!
