Buying Guide
The Best Office Chair Mats for Carpet
Three chair mats ranked on coverage and thickness, where the MuArts has the thickest thickness; the BesWin 30 x 48 is the cheapest route in.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
11 min read3 products evaluated
On carpet, a chair mat needs grips or cleats on the underside and enough stiffness to let casters roll. Every pick has carpet use.
The order reflects size, coverage and thickness from maker specifications; a missing coverage is flagged, not filled in rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Which of the 3 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Thickest Pick
MuArts Thick Crystal Clear Chair MatThe thickest thickness here (5mm).
Best for: Buyers who put thickness first.
Check price for MuArts Thick Crystal Clear Chair Mat on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Gorilla Grip Office Chair Mat for CarpetA 400 lb tested load.
Best for: Buyers who want 400 lb tested load.
Check price for Gorilla Grip Office Chair Mat for Carpet on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
BesWin Office Chair Mat for Carpet (30 x 48 in)The lowest price among these chair mats at the time of writing.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Gorilla Grip.
Check price for BesWin Office Chair Mat for Carpet (30 x 48 in) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The thickest thickness here (5mm). | Buyers who put thickness first. | Check price for MuArts Thick Crystal Clear Chair Mat on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 400 lb tested load. | Buyers who want 400 lb tested load. | Check price for Gorilla Grip Office Chair Mat for Carpet on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The lowest price among these chair mats at the time of writing. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Gorilla Grip. | Check price for BesWin Office Chair Mat for Carpet (30 x 48 in) on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Thickest Pick1 of 3
MuArts Thick Crystal Clear Chair Mat
MuArts's mat is 5mm thick and weighs 14 lb, the thickest here.
Best for
- Buyers who put thickness first.
Skip if
- Pass if a published coverage matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
It comes in four sizes and suits carpet or hard floors. Its 5mm thickness is the thickest here; the Gorilla Grip comes next at 2.3mm. You get a carpet or hard floor type here, which sets it apart from the BesWin 30 x 48 and its a carpet floor type.
It also offers a 1/5 inch thickness, a 14 lb weighted build and sizes from 32 x 54 to 47 x 59 inches. The MuArts grips carpet with studs; check your pile height against the product page before buying. The MuArts is for hard floors; on carpet it will shift and can crack. Only the Gorilla Grip came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 3 picks.
Key specs
- Size
- Four sizes, 32 x 54 to 47 x 59 in
- Thickness
- 5mm
- Floor type
- Carpet or hard
Pros
- 5mm thick
- 1/5 inch thickness
- 14 lb weighted build
- Sizes from 32 x 54 to 47 x 59 inches
Cons
- No published coverage
- Costs more than the BesWin 30 x 48 at the time of writing
The catch
There is no published coverage figure, whereas the BesWin 30 x 48 offers 1440 sq in.
Also Consider2 of 3
Gorilla Grip Office Chair Mat for Carpet
Gorilla Grip's carpet mat offers a 400 lb tested load.
Best for
- Buyers who want 400 lb tested load.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the BesWin 30 x 48 cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is 29 x 47 inches without a lip. Its 2.3mm thickness ranks second of 3 here, behind the MuArts (5mm) and ahead of the BesWin 30 x 48 (2.2mm). No other pick in this guide offers a 29 x 47 in size; compare the BesWin 30 x 48, which has a 30 x 48 in size.
It shares a carpet floor type with the BesWin 30 x 48; the MuArts goes with a carpet or hard floor type. The Gorilla Grip grips carpet with studs; check your pile height against the product page before buying. It was priced above the BesWin 30 x 48 and below the MuArts at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Size
- 29 x 47 in
- Coverage
- 1363 sq in
- Thickness
- 2.3mm
- Floor type
- Carpet
- Lip
- No
Pros
- 400 lb tested load
- 0.09 inch thickness
- 29 x 47 inch size without a lip
- Thickness of 2.3mm, ahead of the BesWin 30 x 48
Cons
- Costs more than the BesWin 30 x 48 at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 3
BesWin Office Chair Mat for Carpet (30 x 48 in)
The BesWin 30 x 48 is built around 2.2mm thickness, with 3mm studs underneath on top.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Gorilla Grip.
Skip if
- Skip it if thickness matters most to you; the MuArts offers 5mm.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it offers a 1440 sq in coverage and offers a 2.2mm thickness. On thickness it trails the group at 2.2mm, while the MuArts comes in at 5mm. You get a 30 x 48 in size here, which sets it apart from the Gorilla Grip and its a 29 x 47 in size.
Like the Gorilla Grip, it has a carpet floor type, while the MuArts uses a carpet or hard floor type. The BesWin 30 x 48 grips carpet with studs; check your pile height against the product page before buying. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Gorilla Grip was the next step up.
Key specs
- Size
- 30 x 48 in
- Coverage
- 1440 sq in
- Thickness
- 2.2mm
- Floor type
- Carpet
Pros
- 2.2mm thickness
- 3mm studs underneath
- 30 x 48 inch size
- Largest coverage of the picks (1440 sq in)
Cons
- Thickness trails the MuArts (5mm)
The catch
If thickness is your priority, the MuArts (5mm) is the stronger choice.
How We Chose These Office Chair Mats for Carpet
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- How these picks were ranked
- We compared three chair mats on size, coverage, thickness and floor type as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 1 of 3 picks leave out coverage.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the MuArts to the BesWin 30 x 48, state size, thickness and floor type.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The MuArts gives no coverage.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the BesWin 30 x 48 (under $50) to the MuArts ($50 to $100).
What to Look for in an Office Chair Mat for Carpet
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Thickness across these picks
Across these 3 picks thickness spans 2.2mm (the BesWin 30 x 48) to 5mm (the MuArts). The Gorilla Grip comes second at 2.3mm, in the same price tier as the MuArts.
How much coverage you need
The BesWin 30 x 48 tops coverage at 1440 sq in and the Gorilla Grip sits lowest at 1363 sq in. Start with the BesWin 30 x 48 if coverage decides it. The MuArts gives no coverage figure, so 2 of 3 picks are compared here.
A wooden desk with a monitor on an arm, a desk mat and a compact keyboard Fit and compatibility
The MuArts grips carpet with studs; check your pile height against the product page before buying.
Extras that separate them
The MuArts: a 14 lb weighted build. The Gorilla Grip: a 0.09 inch thickness. The BesWin 30 x 48: 3mm studs underneath.
A desk setup with a monitor riser, ergonomic chair and blue backlight Where your budget lands
Under $50 buys the BesWin 30 x 48; $50 to $100 buys the Gorilla Grip and the MuArts at our last check.
How to Choose an Office Chair Mat for Carpet
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who put thickness first | MuArts | The thickest thickness here (5mm) |
| Buyers who want 400 lb tested load | Gorilla Grip | A 400 lb tested load |
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Gorilla Grip | BesWin 30 x 48 | The lowest price among these chair mats at the time of writing |
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Key specs side by side
The MuArts leads on thickness at 5mm, ahead of the Gorilla Grip at 2.3mm. "Not listed" marks coverage where the MuArts leaves the figure out.
| Chair Mat | Size | Coverage | Thickness | Floor type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MuArts | Four sizes, 32 x 54 to 47 x 59 in | Not listed | 5mm | Carpet or hard |
| Gorilla Grip | 29 x 47 in | 1363 sq in | 2.3mm | Carpet |
| BesWin 30 x 48 | 30 x 48 in | 1440 sq in | 2.2mm | Carpet |
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By price at the time of writing
The BesWin 30 x 48 was the lowest-priced pick (under $50) and the MuArts the highest ($50 to $100) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Chair Mats |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | BesWin 30 x 48 |
| About $50 to $100 | Gorilla Grip, MuArts |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Gorilla Grip compare with the MuArts on thickness?
Between the top two, it is 5mm on the MuArts against 2.3mm on the Gorilla Grip, an 117% difference. The BesWin 30 x 48 is at the other end of this group with 2.2mm.
Which has the largest coverage: the BesWin 30 x 48 or the Gorilla Grip?
The BesWin 30 x 48 tops coverage at 1440 sq in; the Gorilla Grip follows at 1363 sq in, 6% apart. The MuArts is left out of this ranking because its coverage isn't stated; 2 of 3 picks are ranked.
What does the MuArts add over the BesWin 30 x 48?
What it brings is thickness (5mm against 2.2mm). On our last price check the BesWin 30 x 48 was in the under $50 tier and the MuArts in the $50 to $100 tier, with 1 other pick between them; pay the difference only if thickness decides your purchase.
Why is the MuArts our Thickest Pick?
It carries the badge for the thickest thickness here (5mm). On thickness it leads the Gorilla Grip, 5mm against 2.3mm, an 117% margin. The BesWin 30 x 48, the cheapest pick, sat in the under $50 tier against $50 to $100 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It makes sense for anyone who puts thickness first.
Do the MuArts and the Gorilla Grip differ on floor type?
The MuArts uses Carpet or hard; the Gorilla Grip and the BesWin 30 x 48 use carpet.
Will the Gorilla Grip work with my setup?
The Gorilla Grip grips carpet with studs; check your pile height against the product page before buying. In this guide it ranks second of 3, and second of 3 on thickness (2.3mm).
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the MuArts, chosen for the thickest thickness here (5mm). Look at the Gorilla Grip for a 400 lb tested load and the BesWin 30 x 48 for the lowest price among these chair mats at the time of writing if those matter more to you.
Thicker carpet needs a thicker, stiffer mat.
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