Best wrist rests on the market 【2020】?

These indefatigable companions are a great ally for old-school code diggers, typists, and gamers. The best wrist rests are an excellent support (deliberate joke) for those users who want to improve their posture or gain comfort. In this guide we bring you examples according to the keyboard format and even specific models for the mouse. Let's start!

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What is the function of the palm rest

The palm rests are an accessory that elevates the position of the bases of our hands and wrists to the height of the last line of the keyboard. In the case of the mouse, it prevents us from resting our forearm completely on the table. In both cases they are designed to facilitate a more ergonomic posture and for blood to flow better to our fingers. Its goal is to reduce fatigue and avoid muscle or tendon disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

Materials used in the palm rest

Before going on to list our suggestions as the best palm rests on the market, it is a good idea to know the most common type of materials in their manufacture.

• Gel: the palm rests are filled with a high-density paste that partially adapts to the weight and position of our hands. They offer moderate flexibility and are slightly heavier than memory foam models. Memory foam: this type of wrist rest adapts much more to the weight of our hands and is more ergonomic than gel. However, memory foam can lose elasticity over time. Plastic: they are common on keyboards that include them. We can find them of different qualities and coatings. Some are covered in non-slip rubber Wood: they are hard and resistant, they do not lose elevation but they also do not facilitate the irrigation of blood when compared to gel or memory foam models. They are also more expensive. Stuffed fabric: a soft material cover that we can thicken according to our lifting needs. They are not the most recommended models due to the irregularity of the support they provide. Mixed: models of wrist rests can combine plastic and gel or plastic with memory foam. They are extremely common.

Regarding the coatings, we can find practically everything. Fabric, non-slip rubber, nylon, polyester, leatherette, leather… Synthetic or leatherette fabrics are the most common since they give many facilities to the user when it comes to keeping them clean or avoiding stains.

Best keyboard wrist rests

Best gel wrist rests

Elzo Gel Crystals

The cheapest in the category and excellent value for money. This model of palm rest has reinforced edges and has a non-slip base. It reaches a tip elevation of 2cm and the filling is made of non-liquid silicone, which gives it great strength.

• Indicated keyboard: 100% full Cover material: lycra fabric Base material: rubber Form factor: oval, straight front and central whale

ELZO Gel Crystals Keyboard Wrist Rest, Ergonomic Wrist Cushion Support with Gel Foam for Computer / Notebook / Laptop, Black Color Reinforced edges to avoid deformation or damage.; Non-slip base adaptable to any surface.

Klim

Second model on the list, also with anti-slip base and lycra cover. Its maximum elevation is slightly higher, 2.5cm, and it also features a more generous length. As an interesting fact, the guarantee of the Klim wrist rest is for life and they assure to replace it in case of any damage, thus demonstrating the trust of the brand in the product.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% Cover material: lycra fabric Base material: rubber Form factor: oval, straight front and central whale

KLIM Keyboard Wrist Rest - New 2020 Version - High Quality - Prevents Tendonitis - Maximum Comfort - Lifetime Warranty 16.97 EUR

Fellowes Gel Crystal

A complete palm rest that we can find within a small catalog of colors and patterns. Its width is slightly thinner than the previous two models although the maximum height is similar.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% Cover material: polyurethane Base material: polyurethane Form factor: oval, straight front and central whale

Fellowes Gel Crystal Black Keyboard Wrist Rest € 17.46

Kensington 22701

Of all the gel models, this is the most interesting. The gel padding is integrated into a rigid plastic base that allows it to be rotated to have two alternative heights: 3 and 3.8 cm. It is therefore the model with the highest elevation of the wrist rest in the category, although we can also use it without it.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% Cover material : lycra Base material: plastic Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges. Presents a narrowing before the numeric keypad.

KENSINGTON 22701 - Keyboard gel wrist rest two heights black 15, 30 EUR

Best Memory Foam Wrist Rest

Tie

A functional and efficient model in which the memory foam sits on a rubber base with non-slip rubber on the reverse. This base stands out a few millimeters from the foam, thus adding stability. The maximum height of the foam is 2.5cm thick.

• Indicated keyboard: 100% Cover material : cloth Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: the foam is wider on the left side, tapering towards the numeric keypad and then growing slightly again. It describes a slight curve in its posterior area and the elevation of the foam is homogeneous.

ELZO Keyboard Wrist Rest, Ergonomic Wrist Support with Memory Foam for Computer / Notebook / Laptop, Black 12.99 EUR

Logitech MX Palm Rest

A wrist rest alternative for those with slim , low-profile keyboards looking for a low-lift model. Its exterior finish is polyurethane and is specially designed to accompany the brand's MX Keys keyboard in length and elevation, although it is equally valid for keyboards that share similar characteristics.

• Keyboard indicated: slim, 100% Cover material : polyurethane Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

Logitech MX Palm Rest Premium Anti-Slip Support for MX Keys, Black 22, 80 EUR

Exco

For the most sybaritic Exco offers us a palmrest of two possible sizes for keyboard with synthetic leather finish. The edges before the base are sewn with double red thread and offer a very solid presence. Its maximum elevation is 3cm.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% and TKL Cover material : leatherette Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

Keyboard Pad-Exco Wrist Rest Grips Memory Foam Anti-Slip Black PU Leather Palm Support Grimace Pad Wrist Pad for Laptops 4.Improves hand posture and grimace when typing. 16, 99 EUR Keyboard pad-exco wrist rest strap Reposa, Memory foam non-slip Black PU Palm Support Grip Pad with pad for Notebook / Notebook Computer / PC / Mac Book // 465 * 82 * 25MM 19, 99 EUR

HyperX HX-WR Wrist Rest

HyperX is an old acquaintance and just like Logitech we are not surprised by the availability of an in-house wrist rest. This is a full keyboard model with a form factor identical to the Exco model, only the outer shell is fabric rather than leatherette. The sewn red son is repeated at the edges and has a maximum height of 2.3cm.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% Cover material : cloth Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

HyperX HX-WR Wrist Rest - Memory Foam, Black Rubber grimace rest (457 x 88 x 22 mm) Memory foam with cooling gel; Stable non-slip grip; Durable design with sturdy seamless stitches 29.71 EUR

Glorious PC Gaming Race

In the same way that HyperX brings us only a full keyboard version, Glorious PC gaming does it with a 60%, TKL and 100% palm rest, which makes it perfect for small format keyboards. Its maximum elevation is 2.5cm.

• Keyboard indicated: 60%, TKL and 100% Cover material : cloth Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

Glorious PC Gaming Race Keyboard Wrist Rest - TKL, Black 30, 40 EUR

Best wooden wrist rests

Kalibri

With an alternative between walnut and maple wood, Kalibri offers its users very thin wrist rests, ideal for slim low-profile keyboards. At a height of only 1cm they are the lowest models on the list so far.

• Keyboard indicated: slim, 60% Material: solid walnut or maple wood Base material: has four silicone adhesive pads Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

kalibri Mouse and Keyboard Wrist Rest - Grimace Rest for Computer - Hand Support for Notebook PC - Size M in Single Walnut Wood: Each mat visually differs from the others in the grain of the wood. 12.99 EUR

Wovelot Walnut

Wovelot offers us his model of palm rest called walnut ( walnut shell). Obviously it is solid walnut wood with a smooth polish and without varnishing. Their height is slightly higher than that of the Kalibri models, at 1.8cm.

• Keyboard indicated: 60% Material: solid walnut wood Base material: non-slip Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

WOVELOT Walnut H? Lzerne - Laptop wrist rest (for 60 Keys) Width: 8 cm.; L: 30 cm.; Wood colour.; Thickness: 1.8 cm.; Material: walnut wood.

Glorious PC Gaming Race

The latest wooden model comes from the Glorious PC Gaming Race, which offers us a 100% full keyboard palm rest in a reddish ash wood finish. Its maximum elevation is 2cm and it has four non-slip supports and grooves to facilitate the expansion and contraction of the wood in the face of temperature changes.

• Keyboard indicated: 100% Cover material: ash wood Base material: four non-slip supports Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

Glorious PC Gaming Race Keyboard TKL Wrist Rest - Full size - Wood - Reddish Brown 34.34 EUR Glorious PC Gaming Race Mouse grimace Rest Wood - Black / Brown 30.31 EUR

Made with Gel

Beito wrist rest

The smallest model, but also the cheapest. The Beito palm rests are alternatively offered in a blue and pink finish with a semi-transparent silicone surface. Its maximum elevation is 2cm and it does not have non-slip rubber at its base.

• Cover material : silicone Base material: silicone Form factor: oval with slight central depression

Beito Mouse Pad, Heart Shaped Silicone Wristband Mouse Pad Ergonomic Mouse Pad Cool Hand, Pillow, Wrist Rest (Blue) Ergonomically designed, can reduce pressure on wrist and shoulder.; Made of high quality silicone material, durable and practical for use.

Fellowes Gel Crystals

With three possible color variants, the Fellower mouse wrist pad features an external latex coating and the presence of non-slip rubber on the reverse. Its maximum height reaches 1.5cm and it has an intermediate hardness.

• Cover material : latex Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: oval with slight central depression

Fellowes Gel Crystals Black Flexible Wrist Rest Nice gel texture, very easy to clean with just a damp cloth; Non-slip base adaptable to any surface 8.40 EUR

Speedlink

The palm rest that Speedlink offers us has a slightly more open format than that of Fellowers, allowing us better mobility. Its external coating is finished in rubber and the total elevation it reaches is 3.2cm.

• Cover Material : Lycra Base Material: Rubber Form Factor: Oval with slight central depression

Speedlink Black Gel Wrist Rest Ergonomic Wrist Rest; Soft cushioning for the highest levels of comfort; Filled with flexible gel, adapts to the wrist 14, 30 EUR

Kensington K52802WW

The rectangular format proposed by Kensington offers support without imposing a specific posture, which makes it a very functional candidate for PC gamers who are looking for a more versatile support that facilitates mobility. It has a maximum elevation of 1.8cm and a length of 15.2cm.

• Cover material : leatherette Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges

KENSINGTON K52802WW - Ergosoft Wrist Rest for Mouse Optimum Black Color for a mouse over 25 mm 13.78 EUR

We also have them in memory foam

Allsop Wrist Assist

This palm rest is quite interesting since it offers a solution precisely against the lack of mobility that its use can entail in mice. The memory foam is located on a curved plastic structure that supports the wrist and reduces friction. This results in the best mobility in mouse wrist rest present in this list, although some thickness is sacrificed in the foam with the process.

• Cover material : cloth Base material: plastic Form factor: curved structure

Allsop Wrist Assist - Wrist Rest Base super-slide to move the mouse; Memory foam mattress offers ultimate comfort and support for grimace 11, 39 EUR

Elecom Fittio Wrist Rest

With a choice between black and white, Elecom features a form factor very similar to the Kensington wrist rest. The main differences are that this model does offer a central depression for our wrist and has a smaller size of 6cm in length. The elevation and external materials used to manufacture it instead are identical.

• Cover material : leatherette Base material: non-slip rubber Form factor: rectangular with slight central depression

ELECOM-Japan Brand- Wrist Rest FITTIO Short Type / Fatigue Reduction / Ergonomic Design / Comfortable / Memory Foam / Anti Skid Black MOH-FTRBK DIMENSION: 8.0cm / 3.1inch 6.0cm / 2.4inch 1.8cm / 0.7inch EUR 9.87

Shines Mouse Pad

The last memory foam wrist rest on the list, with a height of 2.8cm and a non-slip base. What makes this model different is the presence of relief texturing that creates areas where we are not fully in contact with the pad, reducing pressure.

• Cover material: memory foam Foam material: non-slip rubber Form factor: oval with slight depressions

BRILA Mouse & Wrist Rest Support Pad, for Computer, Laptop, Office, PC Gaming, Memory Foam Gel with Ergonomic Massage Hole Design

The surprisingly comfortable wooden

Glorious PC Gaming Race

For those with more particular tastes and looking for a solid and firm lift, Glorious PC Gaming Race offers a polished ash wood stand featuring a maximum lift of 2.8cm and length of 22.1cm. It has a non-slip rubber base and expansion and contraction grooves for the wood.

• Material: solid ash wood Base material: two non-slip rubber supports Form factor: rectangular with rounded edges, higher rear elevation

Glorious PC Gaming Race Mouse Grimace Wood Rest - Black / Brown 30.31 EUR

Conclusions

The best wrist rests are a very useful accessory but not always as popular or popular as it should be. Its use can involve preventive work to avoid more serious discomfort or ailments, so it can be a great acquisition if you spend many hours working on the computer.

When opting for one model or another, we must take into account factors such as the elevation of our keyboard or the type of mouse we use. Trackpad or mouse users with trackball will make good use of models that remain static on the table, while others who use more conventional models could miss that mobility that silicone and non-slip rubber deny them.

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The type of material is something that is entirely up to you. Generally, memory foam and gel are the most popular models since they adapt to our changes of position when it comes to writing and increase our feeling of comfort. Furthermore, its lower hardness does not interfere with the blood flow to our hands even if they are supported by the palm rest.

The decision according to the materials, format and height of the elevation must always be made according to our keyboard and mouse in use and it is very important to make sure that it is the correct one following the aforementioned principles. And you, do you use a mat? Do you prefer any special material? Leave us a comment!