The Best Big Mouse Pads

It has 9 lighting modes. Its 36 in width is the widest here; the G840 XL comes next at 35.4 in. On depth it leads this guide at 24 in, ahead of the 31.5 x 15.75 pad (15.75 in).

Measure your desk first: the Cacoy RGB is 36 inches wide and needs a flat surface for its full length. The Cacoy RGB's lighting needs a free USB port near the desk edge. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper KTRIO XXL and the pricier G840 XL, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its thickness; if that figure matters, the G840 XL comes in at 3mm.

It uses a cloth surface. At 900 by 400mm it covers a keyboard and mouse, and its surface texture is tuned for Logitech G sensors. On width it sits mid-pack at 35.4 in: the Cacoy RGB comes in at 36 in, and the KTRIO XXL comes in at 31.5 in.

It matches the AREYLO and the KTRIO XXL on depth (15.7 in). Measure your desk first: the G840 XL is 35.4 inches wide and needs a flat surface for its full length. Only the Cacoy RGB came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 5 picks.

Its surface carries a waterproof coating. At 31.5 by 15.7 inches it holds a keyboard, mouse and cup, with a smooth cloth top and non-slip rubber base. At 80 x 40cm it covers most of a desk.

Stitched edges resist fraying, and a rubber base keeps it from sliding. The fabric is 2.5mm thick with a spill-proof coating that wipes clean with a damp cloth. The terrain-line pattern also works as a placemat or writing pad.

It matches the 31.5 x 15.75 pad and the KTRIO XXL on width (31.5 in). On depth it ties with the G840 XL and the KTRIO XXL at 15.7 in. It is the only pick here with waterproof coating extras; the 31.5 x 15.75 pad has water-resistant extras instead. Its price falls between the 31.5 x 15.75 pad and the KTRIO XXL, based on our last check.

At 31.5 by 15.75 inches it is deeper than most extended pads, leaving room for a keyboard, mouse and small items. The lycra surface tracks smoothly. It measures 31.5 x 15.75 inches with a smooth Lycra surface.

The anti-slip rubber base and stitched edges keep it in place and intact. The material is thick and soft, which the maker says muffles typing noise, and the coating makes spilled drinks form drops that slide off. It matches the AREYLO and the KTRIO XXL on width (31.5 in).

On depth it sits mid-pack at 15.75 in: the Cacoy RGB comes in at 24 in, and the KTRIO XXL comes in at 15.7 in. Like the KTRIO XXL, it has water-resistant extras, while the AREYLO uses waterproof coating extras. It undercut the AREYLO and every other pick on price at the time of writing.

It adds depth over the standard KTRIO. Its stitched edges resist fraying, and the natural rubber base keeps it flat. The micro-weave surface balances glide and stopping power.

At 31.5 x 15.7 inches it fits a full-size keyboard and mouse. The maker backs it with an 18-month satisfaction assurance, and the spill-resistant coating makes liquids bead up for cleanup with a damp cloth. On width it ties with the AREYLO and the 31.5 x 15.75 pad at 31.5 in.

It matches the G840 XL and the AREYLO on depth (15.7 in). It shares water-resistant extras with the 31.5 x 15.75 pad; the AREYLO goes with waterproof coating extras. When we checked, only the AREYLO and cheaper picks cost less, and the Cacoy RGB cost more.