Pulsar

ES1

A entry-level mouse pad for PC and console players, leading with 3.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
3hybrid
£19.30best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Built for the job
  • No stitched edges
  • No water resistant
Score profile

Where the ES1 wins and loses

Scored against the mouse pads class
SizeOverallValue505050
Size and shape
50
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Size and shape

Thickness3 mm
Stitched edgesNo

Surface

Surfacehybrid

More specs

MaterialHybrid
Height42 cm
Length49 cm
Head to head

ES1 vs Solstice Arrival

Highlighted cell = better in that row
SizeOverallValue
ES1Arrival
 PulsarES1This pageSolsticeArrival
Overall score50 /10053 /100Better
Thickness3 mm3.8 mmBetter
Surfacehybrid
Who it's for

Is the ES1 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable mouse pad for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need stitched edges, in which case a higher-tier mouse pad is the better call.

Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the ES1 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other mouse pads, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.

What stands out on the ES1?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the mouse pads class.

How does it compare to the QcK Heavy Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad?

The QcK Heavy Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.