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Speed, control, or somewhere between
Cloth gaming mats sit on a spectrum. Speed surfaces have a tighter weave and less friction, which suits high-sensitivity players making small fast movements. Control surfaces have more texture and let you stop precisely, which suits low-sensitivity aiming. Most people are better served by a mid-range surface than by either extreme.
Size follows sensitivity. If you aim with your whole arm at low DPI, you need an extended mat or you will run off the edge mid-movement. If you aim from the wrist, a standard mat is enough and leaves you more desk.
Frequently asked questions
What size gaming mouse mat should I get?
Get an extended mat if you play at low sensitivity and aim with your whole arm, since you will otherwise run off the edge mid-movement. Wrist aimers at higher sensitivity are fine with a standard size.
What is the difference between speed and control surfaces?
Speed surfaces have a tighter weave and less friction for fast small movements, while control surfaces have more texture so you can stop precisely. Mid-range surfaces suit most players better than either extreme.
How do I clean a gaming mouse mat?
You clean a gaming mouse mat with warm water, mild soap and a soft brush, then air-dry it flat. Heat from a dryer separates the rubber backing from the cloth.
Do hard mats track better than cloth?
Hard mats offer lower friction and more consistent glide, but they wear mouse feet faster and are less comfortable under the wrist. Cloth is the better default for most setups.