No competitors ; High resolution ; Quick run time ; Runs full digital art software ; Bite to the screen

Small interface elements ; Really expensive ; Grainy screen ; Dim outdoors

This is a superb bit of kit that runs quickly without heating, even when cradled in your lap. The screen isn't great outdoors in bright light, however, and, as with all Wacom products, the price will exclude many potential buyers,

Excellent pen experience for art with little jitter, smooth flowing lines and great palm rejection. Lovely Wacom Pro Pen included

Heavy, stand is awkward and flimsy. Display not very bright and is grainy. Fan is often on and is loud. Battery life is poor

It's not easy reviewing a product like the Wacom Cintiq Companion 2. Not only is it a vertical market product with a specific audience, it has no direct competitors. Indirect competitors aren't exactly abundant, but there are quite a few to choose from...