HyperX - Wrist Rest - Black

Very comfortable, good quality, stays in place. Product received as expected. Fits extended keyboard

Like so many others these days, I was asked to work from home, which meant trading my spacious desk at the office for a tiny writing desk at home. Mind you, I'm glad to still be working, but it was at least uncomfortable and at its zenith downright painful resting my wrists on the corner of this small desk. I finally ordered this HyperX Wrist Rest because of what I could make of the construction and material--kind of a smooth spandex type material over a firm but forgiving gel (or so if feels). The rubber bottom helps it stay put, and the stitching on the edges has the appearance of something that should endure. So my wrists went from screaming after a half hour at the keyboard to perfectly happy to work for hours--a good way to show one's appreciation for keeping his/her job! It paired nicely, BTW, with the Insignia mousepad/wrist rest combo--also highly recommend. My only complaint is that they didn't have it in the store, so I had to order it, prolonging my discomfort for a week before it arrived. But, in all fairness, no other stores had any, either--I just don't think many stores stock these things anymore. Be smart--order yours as soon as you think you might need it!

In the past when I would lean into my keyboard to start pounding out an email with the passion of a thousand suns I would only get to the end of maybe the first few lines before I would be reminded of old Sir Isaac Newton (RIP). For as you of course already know, as hard as I was passionately leaning into my keyboard, the desk was pushing back into my poor wrists. Now picture a flash of bright light, a dazzlingly burst of sparks, warmth flowing through my body and Mercy from Overwatch extending a hand to help me up. This was how it felt the first time I sat down to once again passionately pound my keys to discover my wrists are now fully supported and comfortable thanks to this Hyper X wrist support. It is the closest thing I've had to a religious experience.

I was a bit apprehensive about buying this wrist rest, but I think that now I'm safe to say that I'm glad I did. It took some getting used to not having the keyboard at the edge of my desk, but typing is now much more comfortable for me. It's also worth noting that very shortly after buying it, I had an accident at the desk and spilled a vanilla drink on it. I was worried that I had permanently ruined the rest without having it for even a month, but luckily with some time and rubbing alcohol it was back to being as good as new. It's definitely an easy recommendation.

(DISCLAIMER: WHEN YOU GET THIS WRIST REST, MAKE SURE YOUR HAND TO ELBOW IS SUPPORTED OR IT WILL NOT BE AS HELPFUL) PROS: The cooling gel is actually helpful and not marketing. In general just an amazing wrist rest and is $20 Kensington's logo is on the bottom and their stuff lasts a very long time so this (hopefully) will too. CONS: The cloth on it (rarely) gets in the way, but you can just swipe it off. CONCLUSION: Buy it... If you like soft wrist rests more, Wooting offers a bigger wrist rest which will most likely help but, it is made out of silicone so, it is a pain to clean and also may or may not irritate your skin.

The two things that keep me from giving this 5 stars is, THE CONS: 1) The Price. At $20 dollars for a hunk of gel, it's a little pricey. 2) The Depth. I have big hands, but no one needs this much room for their wrists. It's so deep I barely have room for the keyboard and this wrist rest on my keyboard tray. Now THE PROS: 1) It's just the right width, it matches my keyboard exactly. 2) It's just the perfect softness. The foams ones can be way to soft causing your wrist to be at uncomfortable angles. 3) My skin does not sweat, get clammy, or sticky, even on a super hot day. 4) The materials and construction seem top-notch, I imagine this will last me a long time.

Does the job as advertised. Firm but not overly firm. The covering does slide over the padding a little but has not been an issue. The best part is the traction provided by the rubber bottom. Greatly improved my wrist pain with hours of typing/gaming consecutively.

Very comfortable and works as advertise. Slightly cool resting your wrist. Heard some complaints of deterioration with wear and tear but in my short time of using it seems durable