Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Roll, 100 lb, 42" x 10 yd vs UCreate Mixed Media Art Paper 9 x 12, 500 Sheets
Overall winner: Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Roll, 100 lb, 42" x 10 yd
Key Differences
Strathmore 400 Series (A) is a medium-textured drawing roll noted for durability and strong performance with graphite, charcoal, and colored pencil and has a higher average rating. UCreate Mixed Media (B) is heavyweight sulphite mixed-media paper that is acid-free and recyclable and is marketed for a wider range of media but has mixed feedback on thickness and watercolor suitability
Strathmore 400 Series Drawing Roll, 100 lb, 42" x 10 yd
Medium textured drawing roll suitable for graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, and sketching. Durable surface that resists tearing and handles erasing well; customers note its workable size and smoothness for colored pencils
Pros
- durable medium-textured surface
- suitable for graphite, charcoal, and colored pencils
- resists tearing and erasing well
- large roll size for multiple sketches
Cons
- textured surface may not suit all ink work
UCreate Mixed Media Art Paper 9 x 12, 500 Sheets
Heavyweight sulphite art paper in a 9" x 12" pack of 500 sheets. Great for pencil, colored pencils, and charcoal; acid-free and recyclable. Some users find it too thin for watercolor but many value its durability for various media
Pros
- Heavyweight paper for multiple media
- Acid-free and recyclable
- Large 500-sheet pack
- Good for pencil and charcoal
Cons
- Some users find it too thin for watercolor
- Mixed durability feedback
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Tie |
| Durability | Strathmore |
| Versatility | UCREATE |
| User Reviews | Strathmore |