I Tried the TourBox Lite and I’m liking it!

TourBox Lite Review

(The plan was to post this as a video review on Youtube. But over time, I did not feel it anymore. So here we are)

Hey everyone!

Today, I’m diving into something I’ve been wanting to try for a while, the TourBox Lite. After saving up for this little gadget, I finally got my hands on it. So, what’s the deal with this device? Is it really worth it for artists? Let's find out.

Like any new gadget for a Mac, setting up the TourBox Lite was fairly straightforward, though I had to agree to a few typical pop-ups to get it working. Nothing too crazy, just the usual Mac stuff.

Now, first impressions? It was... okay. I mean, setting up the buttons to do exactly what I wanted was a bit of a headache. For instance, I really wanted to map the ‘]’ bracket key for adjusting my brush size, but for some reason, it kept giving me numbers instead.

And can we talk about the size? It’s bigger than I expected. After just a minute of using it, I could already feel it in my hand. Definitely not the most ergonomic design, but who knows? Maybe it’s something you get used to.

So, I started customizing it, setting up my most used keys and keeping my keyboard nearby for the less frequent ones. It’s all about finding that sweet spot. Some keys, like ‘Delete,’ were easy to switch out, and I removed the ‘Redo’ function since I never use it.

Once you get the positioning right, it actually works quite well. No more hand strain like the first time I tried it. It’s a learning curve, though. You need to get familiar with all the buttons and combos, just like when you’re mastering a new game with a controller.

For artists who use multiple drawing softwares, it’s a good idea to keep similar functions in the same spot across all presets. It definitely speeds up the workflow once you know where everything is.

One downside, though, it doesn’t have Bluetooth, so you’ll need to keep it plugged in all the time. It’s a USB-C to C connection, but they do throw in a USB-A adapter. I’ve got mine plugged into my Wacom, and it works fine.

Even though there aren’t many visible buttons, you can actually set up a lot of different combos. And the best part? You can link presets to specific programs. The TourBox Lite automatically detects which program you’re using and switches presets accordingly. Plus, you can import presets from other users, which is pretty cool. It comes with some default ones too, like for DaVinci Resolve and Photoshop.

When it comes to editing, man, the TourBox Lite really shined. Once I got the hang of where all the buttons were, it sped up my process by a lot! I don’t use a ton of shortcuts in DaVinci Resolve, but for the ones I do, this device took my workflow from a 5 to an 8.

Overall, the TourBox Lite has been a great addition to my setup. Years ago, I wasn’t interested when I first heard about it, but after watching Adam Duff’s review, I got curious. It’s cheaper than other options, looks better with the button placements, and using a cable isn’t a deal-breaker for me since I don’t move it around much. And can I just say, the click of the buttons is satisfying.

So, is the TourBox Lite worth it? If you’re looking to speed up your workflow and don’t mind a bit of a learning curve, I’d say yes. But as with any tool, it’s all about how you use it.

If you’ve used the TourBox Lite, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more art related content.

Until next time Happy drawing!

Little drawing demo for you.