Top Quality Mouse Pads Mouse Pads need to be matched up to the mouse that you are using. Have you ever taken a mouse and tried to use it on a different surface, only to find that it doesn't work at all? Pads that are darker tend to work better in general for optical mouse wrist pads, but taking the time to find out what works best is well worth it. You can get customized pads to ensure that your mouse works 100% on them, and you can even get them with your own photos printed on the front too! The best mouse pad is one that is comfortable for you to use for extended periods of time. Whether that means paying a few extra dollars or not should not be an issue. If you manage to get RSI then you realize that some of the damage can become permanent, and it’s not a nice feeling in the first place! Some people love the pads that have little gel pads on them. These can be used either to support your arm, or your wrist. Alternatively, you can get mouses that stand up vertically which give your arm better ergonomics anyway. I have found that pads for your mouse that are just a piece of plastic are terrible for your arms and wrist. As a minimum, a material that has a bit of 'give' in it is a good start. Most often neoprene is used, which is basically wetsuit material. This is comfortable and seems to allow most mouses to read properly as well, which is highly important. At the end of the day the best mouse wrist pad may not be something that is cheap, but this shouldn't put you off. Get something that you are happy and comfortable using!