The Akko Monster Shark glass pad surprised me—in a good way. The frosted, smooth surface gives you controlled glide without feeling like a glossy speed pad, and tracking was solid across the mice I tested. Just remember it’s strong (9H tempered glass), but it’s still glass, so don’t treat it like it’s indestructible.
Pros
+Frosted smooth surface with controlled glide
+Solid tracking and precise control
+Rounded edges feel comfortable and avoid sharp corners
+Foot pads keep it from sliding around
+Easy to clean and smudges aren’t super visible at a glance
Cons
-Can be louder than cloth or bare desk depending on your mouse
-Large size may not fit smaller desks
-Not as slick as a glossy speed surface if that’s what you want