Top 3 picks
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) combines a highly responsive OLED-class display, excellent Apple Pencil Pro support, and the M5 chip in a balanced size for sketching, handwriting, and everyday portability. It has a more mature selection of professional drawing apps than the Galaxy Tab S11 and is easier to carry than the 13-inch model. Its main trade-off is the smaller base storage and the need to purchase Apple Pencil Pro separately.
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Where to buy
est. €1,299Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Why we picked this
Best Value: The Galaxy Tab S11 is the most affordable of these three options while offering an included pressure-sensitive S Pen, Samsung Notes, DeX, and a compact 11-inch format that works well for handwriting and portable drawing. It provides more base storage than the iPad Pro models, while iPadOS has a stronger professional creative-app ecosystem. Choose it for the strongest Android value and integrated pen experience.
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Where to buy
est. €1,099Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
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Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M5)
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) offers the largest premium canvas here for detailed illustration, handwriting, and split-screen reference work, while retaining the M5 performance and Apple Pencil Pro support of the 11-inch model. It is the best choice for artists who prioritize workspace over portability. Compared with the 11-inch version, it is less travel-friendly; compared with the Galaxy Tab S11, it offers a stronger professional creative-app ecosystem but does not include its stylus.
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Where to buy
est. €1,449Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.