Compare Mouse Pads

13 ranked products · Two to 4 at a time · Updated 4 Sept 2026

Pick any two to four of the 13 ranked mouse pads and read them side by side. This page opens on the board's top 3, SteelSeries QcK Performance, ASUS ROG NH04 and Razer Gigantus V2 Pro.

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Mouse Pads compared side by side. Each column is one product, each row is one measure taken from the same research that built the board.
Measure	SteelSeries SteelSeries QcK Performance	ASUS ASUS ROG NH04	Razer Razer Gigantus V2 Pro	SteelSeries SteelSeries QcK Gaming	ASUS ASUS ROG NH04 (Glass Pad)	Logitech Logitech G440 (Hard Pad)	Razer Razer Goliathus Extended Chroma	Razer Razer Gigantus V2	ASUS ASUS ROG Balteus Vertical Gaming Mouse Pad	Corsair Corsair MM300	Logitech Logitech Studio Series Desk Mat	ASUS ASUS ROG NH04 (Glass Pad - Price vs Performance)	Razer Razer Goliathus Chroma
Tier	S	A	B	B	B	B	C	C	C	D	F	F	F
Rank on this board	1 of 13	2 of 13	3 of 13	4 of 13	5 of 13	6 of 13	7 of 13	8 of 13	9 of 13	10 of 13	11 of 13	12 of 13	13 of 13
Ladder points	926 LP	734 LP	601 LP	561 LP	557 LP	517 LP	490 LP	468 LP	376 LP	266 LP	210 LP	124 LP	79 LP
Our verdict	KriZ's recommendation as a budget-friendly option demonstrates its accessibility and decent performance for the price.	Glass pads rarely fail; the NH04’s rubber base keeps it stable for years.	A solid choice highlighted in Carter2k’s review of pro gaming mousepads, positioning it as a reliable option.	Slightly cheaper than Performance but still offers excellent glide; good value for most users.	While present in Carter2k's review, the lack of positive commentary suggests it doesn't stand out among top performers.	A hard-surface pad that offers a very low-friction glide. It’s inexpensive and highly durable, making it a solid mid-tier choice.	While listed by KriZ as a budget option, it still holds a place in the ranking due to its availability and affordability.	A budget-friendly pad that still delivers a smooth glide and good edge support. It’s an excellent entry point for gamers who don’t want to splurge.	Solid but its vertical design limits long-term use on horizontal desks.	Another solid budget choice from KriZ’s list, indicating reasonable quality at an affordable price point.	Jstech's experience fixing mouse grip issues suggests this mat provides good precision and surface quality.	The pad’s cost does not match the performance it delivers.	Its lower price may come at the expense of build or performance quality.
What reviewers rate	Affordable while maintaining good performance Popular among budget gamers Most durable cloth construction Best-rated surface for speed and precision	Tempered-glass surface for ultra-smooth glide Thick rubber base prevents sliding Long-lasting durability Fastest glass surface	Durable build Smooth surface for accurate tracking Largest of the Gigantus line Full-desk coverage	Mid-size cloth pad Low-friction feel like the Performance model Affordable price Slightly larger surface	Smooth glass surface Sturdy rubber base keeps pad from moving Excellent glide at a mid-price point Low-friction glass surface	Very low-friction glide Inexpensive Highly durable Smooth glide	Extended size for larger mice Affordable price Large surface area for multi-mouse setups Excellent glide	Smooth glide Good edge support Budget friendly Very large footprint	Hard-surface pad Designed to stay in place on a vertical desk layout Consistent tracking for mouse and keyboard Ergonomic design	Cost-effective Reliable surface for gaming Large size Smooth surface	Smooth surface for precise movements Durable construction Large hard surface Good glide	Low price Comparable performance Glass surface for low friction	Standard-size cloth pad Solid performance for everyday use Mid-range RGB pad Decent glide
Where it falls short	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Nothing recorded	Limited praise from reviewers	Nothing recorded	Cloth surface wears faster than steel pads RGB lighting adds cost with no performance benefit Extended size inflates price High price relative to similar non-RGB pads	Not as refined or smooth as higher-tier pads	Stiff feel and reduced glide on horizontal desks, leading to premature wear Narrow profile limits use with standard mice	Lacks smoothness and durability compared to higher-tier pads	Large size not intended for mouse use Keyboard-oriented surface hampers smooth mouse movement Overpriced for its size Extra bulk unnecessary	High price for limited value Marginal performance gain Similar tracking on cheaper alternatives	Potentially lower quality than other options Less durable than the Extended version Smaller surface area Unnecessary RGB lighting
Evidence behind it	15 sources across 12 outlets	2 sources across 1 outlet Thin sourcing, read it as provisional	11 sources across 10 outlets	4 sources across 4 outlets	1 source across 1 outlet Thin sourcing, read it as provisional	17 sources across 15 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	22 sources across 19 outlets	3 sources across 3 outlets	28 sources across 26 outlets	2 sources across 2 outlets	1 source across 1 outlet Thin sourcing, read it as provisional	6 sources across 6 outlets
Flagged as one to avoid	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	1 of 3 research runs	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	Not flagged	1 of 6 research runs	3 of 4 research runs	3 of 5 research runs
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Every column is the same research that built the board. Nothing here is a specification sheet copied from a maker. Read how we rank for what a tier and a ladder point mean.