7 Best Desk Mats of 2023 [Tested and Reviewed]

The Studio Series desk mat by Logitech comes in three colors and a rare two-year warranty.

It claimed high ratings when testing for slip resistance. The underside has an anti-skid rubber base that won't budge if you move your computer around, so you'll be able to focus even with limited work space. It also lets you perform detailed cursor movements smoothly when using a mouse on top of it.

The Gigantus V2 XXL desk mat from Razer has four size and three design options. It's distinct for allowing you to choose a size that best fits the dimensions of your desk.

The underside has anti-skid material that keeps this mat in place even if you move your computer or mouse placed on top. We believe this desk mat won't slide around or slip off the edge of your desk. You should be able to use this for a long work day since the surface is also soft and smooth.

It received a passable rating for mouse maneuverability. It shouldn't pose any issues to use for general desk work, but for precision work such as illustrating, the hardness may make it difficult to work on. It also lacks water-resistance. The sponge-like inner material absorbs water well, so it may stain easily.

The Eco-Leather Deskmate from Satechi features a sleek and elegant design. We love that this desk mat comes flatly packed so you can use it right away.

It was rated highly on mouse maneuverability. The smooth surface allowed testers to use the mouse in precise movements when illustrating, and they experienced no lag, so this desk mat can be used for detailed work without any worries. Another bonus is that the material stays dry even after extended periods of use, making it a great choice for long gaming sessions.

Additionally, it is both heat and water-resistant, perfect for having a leisurely drink close at hand while doing work. However, the desk mat does not come with slip grips, so it may be difficult to keep it in place when even slightly moving the PC.

The Orbitkey Desk Mat features a compact, built-in tray at the top where you can readily access small items like pens. Its layered design will make keeping your desk organized simple with places to place documents and notes.

It received high ratings for mouse maneuverability. Your mouse will glide over its even surface, making it easy to use for long work or gaming sessions. The soft and bouncy feel of this mat is a plus for comfort. It sports rounded corners that help prevent arms from becoming tired while typing for long periods.

Additionally, its heat and water resistance are notable. The mat doesn't stain easily, so it should maintain a clean appearance for a long time. However, it falls short when it comes to slip resistance. The underside is made from felt and lacks grip strength, so moving your PC means that the mat is coming with it. This mat may be difficult to use on narrow desk spaces.

The TaskPad desk mat made by KeySmart has a leather-like design. The built-in wireless charging pad, which can charge devices like phones and headphones placed on top of the mat.

This desk mat was rated highly for how it feels. Although it’s similar to leather, arms and hands don't feel clammy even when in contact with it for long periods of time. We also found mouse maneuverability worked quite smoothly on this desk mat. It's fit for anyone who uses a mouse for creating illustrations since it can be used very comfortably, on top of carrying out detailed actions with no lag.

While this desk mat is heat resistant, it lacks water resistance. Users who enjoy a beverage while working need to take care, as this mat may stain in the case of a spill. We were also disappointed to see that the top and bottom sides are made of the same material, with the bottom lacking proper slip resistance. It may be difficult to make the most of this desk mat without a large workspace.

The Mosen Large Merino Wool Felt Desk Pad by Graf & Lantz sports a stylish design made from felt. It's available in an abundant six colors, so you can choose the one that best fits your desk decor.

Our testers favorably noted that the mat prevented their arms from becoming clammy even after a long period of use. However, its fabric causes a bothersome prickly sensation against the skin. It also doesn't have the best water resistance, which means you should take care not to spill anything on it or risk staining it.

When testing mouse maneuverability, we noticed the mat felt rather bumpy when moving the mouse over it. Using a mouse on this desk mat for long work days may cause your wrists to tire out easily. We also found that both sides of this desk mat are made of felt, which means it can't grip the surface of a desk well and will slide around.

The Susig Desk Pad by Ikea is fashioned out of cork for a stylish look. It arrives at your door already rolled out, so you can use it immediately.

This mat did not perform well in our mouse maneuverability tests. The surface is slightly uneven, so it snags onto the mouse quite easily. This makes it difficult to control the cursor and may become a source of stress. We also found that it will soak up any spilled liquid, meaning it will probably stain quite easily.

When testing slip resistance, we found that this desk mat slides around quite easily since both sides are made from cork. Anyone bothered by their desk mat sliding off the edge of their workspace should look at other products. However, it doesn't make your arms or hands clammy during frequent mouse usage. Unfortunately, since the surface is rough and the edges are made to have a ripped appearance, it may start to hurt your wrists after extended use.