On the flattest battlefield we’ve had so far, your five most nominated mousepads go to war. Hard or soft? Wrist rest or no? It’s all up to you.
SteelSeries QcK
The #1 bestseller in gaming mousepads, the QcK is just $10. Medium-sized, with a smooth cloth surface and rubber base.
SteelSeries 4HD/9HD
The SteelSeries HD series comes in two sizes and features a hard, light-reflecting surface to maximize your mouse’s capabilities.
Razer Goliathus
Silly naming schemes aside, the Goliathus is big and made to resist the abuse you put it through. Here’s some quick Gizmodo coverage. Note that there are different sizes and surface quality options for this one.
Razer Vespula
Different surface options on each side and a removable wrist rest- the Vespula certainly has your needs and preferences covered. Here’s a retro Gizmodo Review.
Belkin WaveRest
The Belkin WaveRest is available for under $7 with a wrist rest- an easy impulse grab.