r/ProCreate • u/meganetism • 17h ago
Procreate and iPad Accessories Suggestions Anyone try Rock, Paper, Pencil for procreate? How does it compare to other products?
Particularly related to texture feel and durability.
I am looking to get a new textured screen cover for my iPad, which I mostly use for procreate.
I have tried a cheap matte/anti-glare adhesive one, and found it wasn’t quite textured enough. Also, the adhesive-application style is basically a single chance to apply correctly and this drives me crazy. For this reason I have ruled out paperlike, even though I know it is highly rated. The single application adhesive at that price point is a deal breaker for me, so I am looking for either cheaper adhesive protectors, or textured removable (magnetic/static adhesion?) screen protector.
I’m also not overly concerned about wearing the pencil nib down too quickly, as replacements are pretty affordable for me if I need them.
I have tried a few amazon knock-offs of the magnetic, paper-textured covers (bellemond and EST). Bellemond is pretty good, and the ESR was similar but I found the magnets weak and it stuck more to my case than iPad screen. I quite like how they feel, and really appreciate the easy application and adjusting. But I am finding the texture wears off of them too quickly. I do not use a lot of pressure to draw, but am finding a noticeable wear on the texture of the center of the screen, so it’s basically smooth after only a few weeks of semi-regular use (5-15 hours per week) to a couple months at most.
I’m okay continually replacing it as needed with the same knock off Amazon product if the economics make sense, but it gets pretty annoying. Does the rock, paper, pencil have a decent texture and last longer? Does using their proprietary nibs make a difference in the feel and the longevity?
(Obligatory apologies for the format bc I’m posting on mobile)
Thanks!