Wacom Graphire

127 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 127 reviews of Wacom Graphire. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the usability. The price is also mentioned favorably.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Wacom Graphire is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 90 user reviews of Wacom Graphire from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Lara Luepke (cnet.com)

Wacom Graphire Bluetooth tablet

A large surface area and Bluetooth connectivity, in addition to a kick-ass software package, make the Wacom Graphire Bluetooth tablet a great addition to any designer's workstation.

Offers Bluetooth connectivity; includes comprehensive software package; intuitive and easy to use; two configurable buttons.

Bluetooth is tricky to set up; expensive.

Although a nearly $250 price tag accompanies this tablet, it lets anyone draw accurately on a computer, and its software package rocks.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by : Dave Nagel (digitalproducer.digitalmedianet.com)

Wacom Graphire Bluetooth

I haven't reviewed a Wacom tablet yet that I haven't loved, and I've had my hands on just about all of them. Like all of the company's graphics tablets, the new wireless Graphire Bluetooth is, in itself, a great productivity booster for professionals...

Wireless pressure-sensitive graphics tablet

May, 2005

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Expert review by (dansdata.com)

Wacom Graphire graphics tablet

If you want to use a computer to make analog-looking art, a mouse just doesn't cut it. Yes, you can position the cursor very accurately. Yes, you can easily click various buttons without moving the cursor at all. But just try signing you name with a...

But 1015 lines per inch is respectable resolution, and 512 pressure levels is a lot, and the Graphire sure is cheap. If you've despaired of being able to afford a tablet, you can probably afford this one. It's not perfect, but it's got excellent driver...

Mar, 2001

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Expert review by : Franklin Tessler (macworld.com)

Wacom Graphire

Pen works with most graphics applications ; cordless mouse

Mouse can't be used with extensions managers while the Mac is booting

TABLET/MOUSE FOR BUDDING ARTISTS

Mar, 2000

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Expert review by : The Mac Observer (macobserver.com)

Wacom’s Graphire Is A Great Tablet & An Excellent Value

Affordable, Customizable, Easy to set up and use, Good software bundle.

Tablet is rather small, Scrolling wheel does not work when browsing web sites with frames.

At around $100, the Wacom Graphire is an excellent value. It sports a good software bundle, is easy to set up and use, and offers a high degree of customization. While the tablet may be rather small, it is adequate for home use; professional users will...

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Expert review by : Benjamin Russell (goodgearguide.com.au)

Wacom Graphire Bluetooth CTE-630BT

Specification-wise, Wacom's Graphire Bluetooth CTE-630BT is akin to their wired Graphire 4 range. With similar sensitivity and resolution levels, we f...

Excellent wireless performance, Great design

Slight lag, Pricey

An excellent option for those specifically looking for a wireless tablet. The extra cost over a Graphire 4, however, probably won't justify it for those not interested in using the Bluetooth technology to its full potential.

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Wacom Graphire Bluetooth review

Untether your tablet and lean back for a sketch

Handy but why bother with Bluetooth for something like this? Save your cash and go for a USB version.

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by : Lara Luepke (cnet.com.au)

Wacom Graphire Bluetooth tablet

A large surface area and Bluetooth connectivity, in addition to a kick-ass software package, make the Wacom Graphire Bluetooth tablet a great addition to any designer's workstation.

Offers Bluetooth connectivity; includes comprehensive software package; intuitive and easy to use; two configurable buttons.

Bluetooth is tricky to set up; expensive.

Although a nearly $250 price tag accompanies this tablet, it lets anyone draw accurately on a computer, and its software package rocks.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Wacom - Graphire Graphics Tablet

Graphics pen tablets, cordless mice and mice without vulnerable mechanical parts have all been available in their own right for a number of years. Wacom, the well-known German developer of graphics input devices, has combined all ...

Considering what you get, if you do a lot of graphics and can make use of the tablet's many graphic functions like the 512 levels of pressure sensitivity, the Graphire is a remarkably good value product. The stylus is great, but where the mouse is...

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Get the newer wired version.

If you're going to spend the money on one of these, get the 4x6 Intous for a little less, or a 6x8 Intuos for a little more. You won't regret it.

Highly reliable. Easy setup as far as Bluetooth goes. Most of it is very durable. Accurate.

Lag can be atrocious - Wacom tablets tend to have a little bit of lag, but this thing can stall for seconds at a time. I think it's due to interference. Clear cover is a novel idea, but pretty much useless in practice. It's also attached by some very...

Oct, 2008

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