The Best Gaming Desk Pads

At 31.5 by 11.8 inches it fits a full keyboard and mouse, with stitched edges that resist fraying. The surface is water-resistant. It measures 80 x 30cm, enough for a keyboard and mouse.

The 3mm cloth has stitched edges and a spill-resistant coating. On width it ties with the AREYLO and the stitched 31.5 x 15.7 pad at 31.5 in. Its 11.8 in depth ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the Cmhoo XXL (15.7 in) and ahead of the G240 (11 in).

It matches the stitched 31.5 x 15.7 pad on thickness (3mm). What it gives up: width of 31.5 in, behind the Cmhoo XXL (35.4 in); by contrast, the Cmhoo XXL comes in at 35.4 in.

It also offers a 13.4 in width and offers an 11 in depth. Its cloth surface has moderate friction for stopping and starting quickly, which suits low-DPI aiming. Logitech tunes the texture for consistent sensor tracking.

On width it trails the group at 13.4 in, while the Cmhoo XXL comes in at 35.4 in. Its 11 in depth is the shallowest in this group; the Cmhoo XXL leads at 15.7 in. Its 1mm thickness is the thinnest in this group; the DIGSOM leads at 3mm.

The G240 fits the mouse only, so the keyboard sits on the bare desk at a different height. Width is its weakest area, and the Cmhoo XXL covers it better at 35.4 in.

It keeps the keyboard low. At 35.4 x 15.7 inches it is wider than most extended pads. Anti-fray stitching runs around the edge.

Its 35.4 in width is the widest here; the DIGSOM comes next at 31.5 in. On depth it ties with the AREYLO and the stitched 31.5 x 15.7 pad at 15.7 in. On thickness it sits mid-pack at 2.5mm: the DIGSOM comes in at 3mm, and the G240 comes in at 1mm.

Measure your desk first: the Cmhoo XXL is 35.4 inches wide and needs a flat surface for its full length. Its price falls between the G240 and the AREYLO, based on our last check.

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. On depth it ties with the Cmhoo XXL and the stitched 31.5 x 15.7 pad at 15.7 in. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper Cmhoo XXL and the pricier stitched 31.5 x 15.7 pad, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its thickness; if that figure matters, the DIGSOM comes in at 3mm.

It covers keyboard and mouse. A waterproof coating makes spills bead up and wipe off, and the 3mm base suits most desks. It works with laser and optical mice.

Its natural rubber base is non-toxic and anti-slip. At 31.5 x 15.7 inches it holds a keyboard, mouse and small desk items. It matches the DIGSOM and the AREYLO on width (31.5 in).

On depth it ties with the Cmhoo XXL and the AREYLO at 15.7 in. On thickness it ties with the DIGSOM at 3mm. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the DIGSOM at the time of writing.