I've owned this drawing tablet for probably a decade now and it's been nearly flawless the whole time. I absolutely love it. It was around $50 when I got it as a gift back then and it's helped me hone my art skills to a whole new level.
I've used it with Sketchbook software mostly, but it seems to work well with any other software that utilizes drawing capabilities via tablet. Or at least any I've thrown at it.
I would certainly say there are higher end products out there but if you get a chance to use this drawing tablet I don't think you'll be let down.
Another positive is that WACOM appears to be keeping up with the updates to drivers with this thing. I see they put one out as recently as 2019. And it does say it's compatible with Windows 7, 8 and 10.
Wacom Bamboo Splash Pen Tablet (CTL471)
| Color | Black/green |
| Brand | Wacom |
| Material | Canvas |
| Item Weight | 14.4 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11 x 6.8 x 0.4 inches |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
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- Lite art creation. Painting, drawing, sketching or document mark-up
- Free downloadable creative software included: Autodesk Sketchbook Express and ArtRage Studio. To obtain the software, register the item with the included installation CD, which will take you to download.wacom.com
- Ergonomically designed battery free pen that give you comfort and precise control to paint, draw and sketch
- Active Area: 5.8 inch x 3.6 inch
- Product not compatible with the Wacom Wireless Accessory Kit for Bamboo Capture/Bamboo Create/Intuos5 Models (ACK40401)
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Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2020
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Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2015
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This review is based both on the false advertisement of this product sold here, and the actual product received.
My partner bought me this product as a gift. Paid the $100 because said item included software as well, which separately costs $40-$200.
The item I received was labeled as a Splash item. Initially I was elated, despite the packaging being different than the box pictured above. But once I tried to register the item to download software, I realized I was given the incorrect product. The product I received was actually the Wacom One. An Asia/Pacific product only. All instructions were in Chinese and there was no software to boot.
The Wacom One is a discontinued item even in Asia. But there is overstock still being sold to make profit to soften the blow of financial loss.
The Wacom One is ~$70 and my boyfriend paid $100 for a Splash we did bot receive. I don't know that it was any coincidence we were sent this cheaper discontinued non US version. If I hadn't caught on that this was a cheaper product, we never would have been refunded the $25 difference.
In the end, I kept the One tablet. I downloaded the driver from the Wacoms legacy section, a manual from a site I found and full suite Sketchbook software for a $24 yearly subscription.
So far, the tablet has been okay. Nothing too fancy and the pen is not as sensitive as I'd like. But I'm no professional. And because the wacoms at such an entry level range are very similar I kept my One. But finding instructions in English and visiting forums and doing research about the product was very frustrating not to mention there's bothing I can do about driver updates for a discontinued item. Also nothing I can do about the nonupdated Wacom utility feature for pen customization since the program won't scale properly with my high res Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro laptop.
Terrible advertisement. At least let us know what products your company sells. I hate being misinformed and inconvenienced. But it was a gift from my partner and I intent to make the best of it and my doodles.
My partner bought me this product as a gift. Paid the $100 because said item included software as well, which separately costs $40-$200.
The item I received was labeled as a Splash item. Initially I was elated, despite the packaging being different than the box pictured above. But once I tried to register the item to download software, I realized I was given the incorrect product. The product I received was actually the Wacom One. An Asia/Pacific product only. All instructions were in Chinese and there was no software to boot.
The Wacom One is a discontinued item even in Asia. But there is overstock still being sold to make profit to soften the blow of financial loss.
The Wacom One is ~$70 and my boyfriend paid $100 for a Splash we did bot receive. I don't know that it was any coincidence we were sent this cheaper discontinued non US version. If I hadn't caught on that this was a cheaper product, we never would have been refunded the $25 difference.
In the end, I kept the One tablet. I downloaded the driver from the Wacoms legacy section, a manual from a site I found and full suite Sketchbook software for a $24 yearly subscription.
So far, the tablet has been okay. Nothing too fancy and the pen is not as sensitive as I'd like. But I'm no professional. And because the wacoms at such an entry level range are very similar I kept my One. But finding instructions in English and visiting forums and doing research about the product was very frustrating not to mention there's bothing I can do about driver updates for a discontinued item. Also nothing I can do about the nonupdated Wacom utility feature for pen customization since the program won't scale properly with my high res Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro laptop.
Terrible advertisement. At least let us know what products your company sells. I hate being misinformed and inconvenienced. But it was a gift from my partner and I intent to make the best of it and my doodles.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2015
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Edit: Nov 25 2015 - I have a new computer and am running Windows 10 now and it still works well . I am still loving the tablet. It's been almost a year and the tablet works well still, I haven't needed to replace a nib yet,
Edit May 10 2015: It's been a few months since I wrote my first review; but thing is amazing. I use it almost everyday and it works perfectly fine still. Had one small glitch once but it was easily fixed with un-connecting it from my computer and re-connecting it. But even 3 months later it is working perfectly fine (and I can see my art has improved :D)
Wacom Bamboo Splash
So I bought and received this in January 2015. It is now Feb 2015 and I love this thing. I did a lot of research and questioning other artists I know who uses graphic tablets and a few of them mentioned they started out on this one. Even after their recommendations I kept researching and kept coming back to this one. I got to say, I do not regret it. I know it's only been a month but I love it. I use Windows 7 and Jasc Paint Shop Pro 9 and it works perfectly well with both.
Yes, it did take a day for me to get used to (but I am a fast learner) and I feel I am drawing on the computer better (then I was with a mouse lol). The set up was fast and easy. Only thing I wish was there was easier to find instructions. Took me awhile to find the English steps to connecting the tablet to the computer. Everything else (my guess is it was the warranty or product info?) was in Japanese (or Chinese); sorry I can't tell the difference but it was written in characters, and I don't know what they are for.
But I will definitely recommend it for any beginner who wants a decently priced tablet.
[I planning on updating this later with how it's still working later on]
Edit May 10 2015: It's been a few months since I wrote my first review; but thing is amazing. I use it almost everyday and it works perfectly fine still. Had one small glitch once but it was easily fixed with un-connecting it from my computer and re-connecting it. But even 3 months later it is working perfectly fine (and I can see my art has improved :D)
Wacom Bamboo Splash
So I bought and received this in January 2015. It is now Feb 2015 and I love this thing. I did a lot of research and questioning other artists I know who uses graphic tablets and a few of them mentioned they started out on this one. Even after their recommendations I kept researching and kept coming back to this one. I got to say, I do not regret it. I know it's only been a month but I love it. I use Windows 7 and Jasc Paint Shop Pro 9 and it works perfectly well with both.
Yes, it did take a day for me to get used to (but I am a fast learner) and I feel I am drawing on the computer better (then I was with a mouse lol). The set up was fast and easy. Only thing I wish was there was easier to find instructions. Took me awhile to find the English steps to connecting the tablet to the computer. Everything else (my guess is it was the warranty or product info?) was in Japanese (or Chinese); sorry I can't tell the difference but it was written in characters, and I don't know what they are for.
But I will definitely recommend it for any beginner who wants a decently priced tablet.
[I planning on updating this later with how it's still working later on]
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2020
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I bought this friend several years ago, and am only just now reviewing it.
The durability is incredible, and it’s super simple to install and understand. A very very good base tablet.
I am at the point in my art now where other artists suspect I use a tablet of a much higher caliber. Fancier, more buttons and options, but nah. I’ve tried others, occasionally use them, but this friend is still the best one to me. No irritable software, no pen battery, no complex set up. Just a good, straightforward friend.
The durability is incredible, and it’s super simple to install and understand. A very very good base tablet.
I am at the point in my art now where other artists suspect I use a tablet of a much higher caliber. Fancier, more buttons and options, but nah. I’ve tried others, occasionally use them, but this friend is still the best one to me. No irritable software, no pen battery, no complex set up. Just a good, straightforward friend.
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Olive Urquhart Irvine
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Really confusing set up. Never managed to install the ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2018Verified Purchase
Really confusing set up. Never managed to install the software or get the customer support needed to help with this process. I bought it because I am a design student and needed a digital pad and pen and I would seriously discourage you from buying this.
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MS A CAS.
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Great product
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2019Verified Purchase
Nice size pen tablet, doesn't take up too much space on your desk and works really well with all the Adobe software. Ideal for professional use.
Charlotte Smith
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Wonderful product. Had issues reading the instructions as they ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 18, 2016Verified Purchase
Wonderful product. Had issues reading the instructions as they were not in English but didn't take me long to work it out.
Brandon D.
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Amazing tablet
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2019Verified Purchase
Use it everyday
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Para profesionales
Reviewed in Spain on January 4, 2017Verified Purchase
La tablet wacom bamboo, es la mejor opción para los diseñadores. Su sensibilidad afina los pequeños detalles y ayuda a terminar profesionalmente cualquier trabajo. Es la mejor opción para trabajar lineas, curvas montajes y todos los productos ptofesionalmente.
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