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The most used mousepads by CS2 players
The most popular mousepads are calculated based on 655 professional players.
Introduction
Becoming the best gamer you can be means getting gear that will suit your personal needs and preferences. A lot of people tend to spend heavy on their mouse (see our best mouse for CS2 article) but it’s not really common for people to spend a lot of time or money searching for their perfect mousepad. That’s a shame because, much like mice, pads come in a wide variety of sizes and materials, each with their own distinct characteristics. Getting a great pad that matches your playing style will enhance your ingame performance, so for that reason we started looking for the best mousepad for CS2. This list is based on our CS2 Pro Settings and Gear List.
Our Guide
The Pro Usage Top 5 gets updated continuously and instantly so that you can always get an accurate overview of what the pros are using at any given time. In the body of the article itself, we go over the five most popular pro products in no particular order and, when relevant, we also give you some extra options in the form of products that fall just outside of the top 5 or are otherwise relevant.
What makes a mousepad good for CS2?
The pads in this list are all slightly different when it comes to their features and build, but they do have a couple of things in common: they’re all cloth pads that have somewhat of a focus towards control. None of the pads in this list are outright speed pads, and that makes sense. CS2 is a very ‘stable’ game when it comes to aiming; crosshair placement and prefiring angles is as important (and arguably even more important) than flicking and tracking, so it makes sense to see professionals go for steadier, slower mousepads that allow you to have that micro control that’s so important in a game like this.
Of course there’s still such a thing as preference: if you’re someone who wants a speedy glide you’re by all means free to experiment with faster pads. This list is just a guideline, and we’re just commenting on the trends that we see in the pro scene. It’s incredibly important to use gear that matches your personal preferences, but this list should be a good starting point for people who are looking for the best mousepad for CS2.
Top mousepad brands in CS2
Based on 655 players
Last updated:
| Rank | Name | Used by # players | Perc. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 133 | 20.31% |
| 2 |  | 130 | 19.85% |
| 3 |  | 79 | 12.06% |
| 4 |  | 68 | 10.38% |
| 5 |  | 58 | 8.85% |
SteelSeries QcK Heavy
Thickness matters?
The QcK Heavy is an absolute unit of a pad. With its 6 mm thickness and large size it’ll certainly have your monitor wobbling a bit if you slap it down on a desk indiscriminately, and that heft is probably also what makes it so popular.
A thickness of six millimeters means that the pad will rather easily cover up any irregularities that can be found on the surface that you put it on. That’s not really the most useful aspect if you’re sat at home gaming on a perfectly smooth desk, but if you’re playing on a different surface with any regularity (like the pros do) it’s definitely worth it to consider this problem.
Aside from the thickness aspect, the QcK Heavy is also just a good gaming pad. It offers a medium-fast gliding experience which is really similar to what a lot of other pads offer, but it does it well, doesn’t need a lot of maintenance, and is available pretty much anywhere in the world (meaning it’s easy to source a replacement if you’re out and about for a tournament) so it’s a really good LAN pad. The thickness also allows you to dig in the mouse feet somewhat (it’s not very mushy) which means that you can adjust the sensitivity of the pad to a certain extent.
SteelSeries QcK Heavy
Used by 150 CS2 players ()
m0NESY
ScreaM
broky
t3xture
Pro’s Choice
The SteelSeries QcK Heavy is a thick mousepad with a medium gliding experience. It can be ideal for people who have a lot of inconsistencies on their desk, as the thickness will cover up most surface-level bumps and dents.
4 of 5
Read review (09/2018)
Pros
- Thickness covers up uneven desk surfaces
Cons
- Thick pad can get irritating on the skin for some
- Very strong rubbery smell initially
Specs
| Height | 39.7 |
|---|---|
| Length | 44.5 |
| Thickness | 6mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Medium |
ZOWIE G-SR
Take control
The G-SR is one of the most controlling mousepads on the market, offering plenty of stopping power and surface friction. That’s going to make it a great choice for people who have a tendency to overshoot their targets or players who are often doing large sweeping motions and want to control those swipes a bit better, or just for people who don’t want a fast pad and prefer a grittier, more controlled glide.
The G-SR definitely isn’t for everyone due to its very specific glide, but if you like the sound of a control pad then this is definitely the one for you. It lays flat almost immediately and has a perfectly smooth surface. The pad is finished with stitched edges to boot.
CS2 is a rather slow-paced game where there’s a lot of focus on crosshair placement as well as holding and controlling angles and sites, so in our minds it makes sense that one of the most popular CS2 pads is a slower pad which allows you to perfectly control your aim.
ZOWIE G-SR
Used by 72 CS2 players ()
sh1ro
FURIOUSSS
sushiboys
Crws
Pro’s Choice
The ZOWIE G-SR is still one of the best control pads out there. If you want your mousepad to rein you in with plenty of stopping power and a controlled glide then you should look towards the G-SR.
Lars
4.5 of 5
Read review (09/2018)
Pros
- Stitched edges
- Very consistent surface and foam
Cons
- Sensitive to dust, sweat, and oils
Specs
| Height | 39 |
|---|---|
| Length | 47 |
| Thickness | 3mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Control |
ZOWIE G-SR II
A worthy upgrade
The original G-SR is gaming mousepad royalty (especially in the Counter-Strike scene) but the pad isn’t without its faults. The humidity resistance was one of the most often mentioned drawbacks of the G-SR. The durability also left something to be desired for some people. Both things have been paid attention to with the G-SR II, making it a straight upgrade over the original G-SR.
If you’re someone who is rocking an original G-SR and you’re still perfectly happy with your pad, there’s no need to change things up, but if you’re interested in the G-SR experience then we’d always recommend the G-SR II. It’s quite simply a more consistent mousepad than its predecessor, while still offering everything that made the original so loved.
Zowie G-SR II
Used by 24 players ()
b1t
JamYoung
gla1ve
honda
Pro’s Choice
If I had to summarize this G-SR II review in one sentence it would be the following one: it improves on the original in all the right ways (durability, humidity handling) without changing its very control-focused glide.
Lars
4.5 of 5
Read review (09/2023)
Pros
- Nice stitching
- Very uniform foam
- Greatly improved moisture resistance over the first G-SR generation
Cons
- Tends to slide around somewhat on some surfaces
- Still somewhat affected by moisture
Specs
| Height | 47 |
|---|---|
| Length | 39 |
| Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Control |
| Static Friction | 42.9 |
| Static Friction Angle | 7.76 |
| Glide Difference X/Y | 14.99 |
| Dynamic Friction | 1.82 |
ZOWIE G-SR-SE
The slightly faster sibling
The GS-R-SE might sound as if it’s just some recolor of the G-SR, but that’s not the case. The SE version offers a faster glide than its sibling while staying true to the G-SR feeling of leaning more towards control.
The SE offers a smooth playing surface which lays flat almost immediately, and its tightly packed foam makes it a consistent performer. All of these qualities combined make it a pretty great LAN pad, and the interesting glide (it’s a bit slower and more controlled than ‘the usual’ cloth pad gliding experience, yet doesn’t feel overly controlling) makes it an intriguing pad and something that you should definitely try out if you want to step away from the usual ‘medium-fast’ cloth pad gliding experiences.
Over the years, ZOWIE has made new iterations of the G-SR-SE (without renaming the mousepad line) so we recommend getting the latest colorways if you’re interested in a G-SR-SE, as those will perform the best.
ZOWIE G-SR-SE
Used by 142 CS2 players ()
Demon1
Sacy
kscerato
Bugha
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
ZOWIE made a number of promises when they first unveiled the G-SR-SE Rouge, and from what I can tell they’ve delivered on all of them. The surface is smoother, the humidity resistance is better, and the foam is a little bit softer. The pad still feels every bit as consistent as it should be, though, and with its controlling medium glide (by this I mean that it’s pretty much a ‘medium’ pad, but it’s on the slower end of that spectrum) this Rouge offers an interesting glide experience for people who play tactical shooters or who just want a touch more control without losing out on gliding speed.
Lars
4.5 of 5
Read review (09/2022)
Pros
- Smooth surface
- Increased humidity resistance when compared to earlier versions, though it’s still not flawless at handling oils and sweat
- Firm, uniform gliding feeling thanks to the dense foam
Cons
- Design won’t be for everyone
Specs
| Height | 39 |
|---|---|
| Length | 47 |
| Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Medium |
| Static Friction | 43.85 |
| Static Friction Angle | 8.51 |
| Glide Difference X/Y | 10.30 |
| Dynamic Friction | 1.63 |
VAXEE PA
Tons of different versions
VAXEE is a relatively new brand but it’s already one of the most well-known brands in competitive gaming. This PA mousepad is available in many different finishes, with more being added every season so you’re bound to find a version that you like. All of the printed versions have the exact same glide. There’s also the Black PA, but that has a slightly slower glide due to the fact that its surface isn’t printed.
What you’re getting here is a pad that’s extremely similar to the ZOWIE G-SR-SE. With a decent amount of static friction, the pad helps you make those tiny corrections with more precision, while the pad lets you go a little bit when making larger movements. All in all, the PA is a control-oriented mousepad, but it has a glide that’s really well suited to games such as Counter-Strike.
VAXEE PA
Used by 97 CS2 players ()
electronic
Jame
chopper
rigoN
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
If you’ve got a feeling that you would like a bit more control but you don’t want to overdo it with a muddy/gritty dedicated control pad then the PA can be right up your alley.
Lars
4.5 of 5
Read review (08/2021)
Pros
- Smooth surface
- Tight rubber base makes the surface feel very consistent
- Lots of designs available
Cons
- No stitched edges version
- Humidity resistance isn’t the best
Specs
| Height | 39 |
|---|---|
| Length | 47 |
| Thickness | 3.5mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Control |
| Static Friction | 44.9 |
| Static Friction Angle | 7.64 |
| Glide Difference X/Y | 14.8 |
| Dynamic Friction | 1.45 |
Logitech G640
Logitech’s standard
The Logitech G640 is Logitech’s take on a cloth gaming mousepad. It’s a solid pad with a nice and consistent medium to fast glide and a thickness of 3mm.
In essence there’s nothing really special about this pad; it doesn’t try to offer a super controlling experience nor does it try to be the fastest pad out there, but it is a very reliable mousepad that needs very little maintenance, which can make it a great choice for people who like to go on extended gaming marathons or for people who go to LAN parties often. It’s also one of the most used and bought mousepads in the world, so you’re always bound to find a replacement in case your pad has started going downhill (which is something that will happen to all cloth pads).
There are some team specific versions out there that do have stitched edges, so if you’re looking for that clean stitched look it could pay off to look around a bit, but the normal version comes without stitched edges.
Logitech G640
Used by 139 CS2 players ()
XANTARES
f0rsakeN
Beaulo
Monyet
Pro’s Choice
The Logitech G640 is the ideal ‘starting pad’ for people who aren’t quite sure what they want when it comes to mousepads thanks to its middle of the road glide.
3.5 of 5
Read review (03/2019)
Pros
- Excellent ‘middle of the road’ option when it comes to glide and thickness
Cons
- Edges start fraying after a while
Specs
| Height | 40 |
|---|---|
| Length | 45.5 |
| Thickness | 3mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Medium |
Razer Gigantus V2
Razer takes control
The Razer Gigantus V2 is the successor to the Gigantus, but it doesn’t share a whole lot of similarities with that mousepad. The first version was a very control-focused mousepad, while this one can be categorized as a medium glide mousepad, with a focus on having a good amount of static friction so that you can really feel in control when doing smaller movements.
This is a good mousepad for those who want to experience a bit more control when doing any fine aiming, all while not feeling reined in by their mousepad when performing big swipes. It’s also available as an extended mousepad for those who want to have their keyboard on their mousepad.
Razer Gigantus V2
Used by 113 CS2 players ()
frozen
Jimpphat
Wicadia
juanflatroo
Staff’s Choice
Pro’s Choice
If you’re looking for a pad that’s a bit more controlling without feeling murky or extremely gritty then this is definitely one to consider.
Lars
4.5 of 5
Read review (07/2020)
Pros
- Decent humidity resistance
- Decently thick and consistent foam
Cons
- Can move around (a bit) during particularly intense matches
- Stitched edges have been removed when compared to the V1
Specs
| Height | 40 |
|---|---|
| Length | 45 |
| Thickness | 3mm |
| Stitched edges | Yes |
| Material | Cloth |
| Glide | Medium |
Best Mousepad for CS2 – Conclusion
Professional CS2 players seem to trend more towards the controlling side of things when it comes to their gaming mousepads. This makes a ton of sense if you ask us: CS2 isn’t a game where you’re constantly wildly swinging your crosshair in all directions (at least not when you’re playing it properly) so a focus on stability is logical with this type of game. If you are a dedicated CS2 player who is new to the world of gaming mousepads and you’re looking for a pad, we would encourage you to look in the direction of a more controlling mousepad.
If you have any questions or remarks then please don’t hesitate to reach out to us!
If you’re interested in gaming mousepads, feel free to check out our gaming mousepads list. This has the specs of all mousepads in our database, along with other relevant data. It can be an incredibly helpful tool for people who are considering a new mousepad for CS2.
Lars
Reviews, Community, FPS
Former semi-pro gamer turned writer, product reviewer, and community manager.
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