We compared two large desk mats: the YSAGi Leather Desk Mat and the Aurathon XXL Gaming Mouse Pad Desk Mat.
What we looked at
Material and size, edge finishing, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a compact, waterproof leather desk protector, the YSAGi is the value pick at £9.99. If you would rather pay £6.00 more for a larger 900x400mm fabric gaming mat with stitched edges and smooth mouse tracking, the Aurathon is the alternative, at £15.99.
A £15.99 XXL desk mat measuring 900x400mm with stitched edges.
YSAGi Leather Desk Mat, 60 x 35 cm — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a leather desk mat protecting desks from scratches, stains, spills and heat, a comfortable large mouse-mat surface for writing, typing and mouse use, a suede underside for grip against the desktop, a waterproof and oil-proof surface that wipes clean with a cloth, and multiple colours and sizes available, cuttable to fit different desk shapes.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Aurathon on these listings, at £9.99
- Leather material doubles as a desk protector, per the listing
- Waterproof and oil-proof, easy to wipe clean
- Suede underside grips the desktop
Worth knowing
- Smaller stated size: 60x35cm against the Aurathon's 900x400mm
- No stated stitched edges for fraying resistance
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants a leather-look desk protector
- Smaller desks or laptop-only setups
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the largest possible desk mat
- Gamers wanting a dedicated fabric mouse-tracking surface
Aurathon XXL Gaming Mouse Pad Desk Mat, 900x400mm — Largest Coverage
Intended for: Marketed as a 900x400mm large gaming mouse mat with space for a keyboard, mouse and desktop accessories, a plum blossom ink-art design, fine woven fabric for smooth tracking with optical and laser mice, 3mm thickness with stitched edges to prevent fraying and curling, a natural rubber non-slip base, and a water-resistant, easy-clean surface.
What we liked
- Larger stated size: 900x400mm, more desk coverage
- Stitched edges help prevent fraying and curling, per the listing
- Fine woven fabric surface for smooth mouse tracking
- Natural rubber base for stability
Worth knowing
- Costs £6.00 more than the YSAGi on these listings
- No stated leather desk-protection properties like the YSAGi
Best for
- Buyers who want the largest desk coverage
- Anyone who wants a dedicated gaming mouse-tracking surface
- Larger desks with keyboard, mouse and accessories
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the lowest price
- Smaller desks with limited space
