A Taste of Control and Design Art— BerryMilk Glass Pad Review

At first, I thought the BerryMilk pad was all about looks — those soft, candy-like colors on glass. But after a few sessions, it caught me off guard. There’s more to it than just a pretty surface, and it surprised me in ways I didn’t expect. Read on to find out more.

Disclaimer: This pad was sent out to me by Tenta-x, but they did not influence the review.

Scenarios

Games played: QuakeWorld, Battlefield V, Battlefield 1, and Battlefield 6.

Testing period: 4 weeks

Skates used: Stock skates on Hati S2 Pro, UnUsual Way Sports Magic Ice and Silver Fox, felt skates from 2DudezGaming, pearl skates from 2DudezGaming, dots skates from G-Wolves.

Gaming Sleeve: used on/off.

Temperature and Humidity: 20–24 degrees C, 50–65% humidity

Key Specifications & Features

• Overall Dimensions: 490 × 420 mm with a total thickness of 2.5 mm
• Material Composition: Glass top layer of 1.5mm aluminosilicate glass, Base layer of 1mm of high-density silicone rubber for stability and grip
• Color Scheme: Soft berry and off-white tones, giving it that distinctive “BerryMilk” look
• Finish: Glass surface — clear, smooth, and visually striking, coated/textured.
• Limited Edition: Only 60 units produced worldwide, emphasizing its exclusivity (now it’s being restocked with another batch).
• Often sold out quickly, reinforcing that collector appeal

Packaging

The pad comes in a flat package, very well secured during shipment. The box is black, and inside you will find the BerryMilk tucked in a plastic sleeve, sandwiched between two protective foams. There are also Tenta-X stickers and a Tenta-X card.

Additionally, Tenta-X adds some Magic Ice dots from UnUsual Way Sports on each pad now, which is the common practice among the brands.

Bottom line? The package and the pad itself are safely stored for shipment.

Unboxing

Surface and Base

The BerryMilk pad is constructed with four layers, designed to strike a balance between accuracy and long-term use. The surface has a coating or a texture, if you want to call it that way, which is a bit of a double-edged sword: it helps your hand move smoothly without sticking and adds some glide, but usually these coatings don’t last forever. Funny thing is, during all my testing, I didn’t see any wear at all — no shine spots, no scratches, nothing. It still looks like it just came out of the box, which is quite remarkable. That fresh look really matters too, especially for people who collect gear.

It has a full silicone backing that should prevent slipping during intense usage sessions. Yet, this backing is not perfect, and it is actually the only drawback I can signal to the gamers — it can sometimes slide slightly across the desk when you apply some force. It is seldom, but it may happen.

There is also a strong fluoride smell when the backing tears against the desk. Nothing major, and it doesn’t bother me, but you should know it.

Bottom line? Unique surface with coating, the base could be better, though.

Skates Compatibility

The BerryMilk’s glass surface is compatible with most mouse skates, although it’s worth noting that some might prefer to use harder or specially designed glass skates for optimal glide. The surface being glass means that it doesn’t wear down the skates as quickly as some fabric or plastic surfaces might, which is a plus for longevity. But still, the best mouse skate choices for this pad are thick/big PTFE skates (for example, Corepad Control), Plastix dots from TJExclusives, and Silver Fox dots (they are also pretty quiet on glass) from UnUsual Way Sports, in that specific order. Magic Ice provided by the brand in the box is pretty fast, with a touch of control there.

I also tested Hyperglides from Ninjutso, and I decided to place them in a different category because these dots surpass all mouse skates that are supposed to be slow/controlled, even the Aetherium Black Control dots. In my whole experience with skates, they are placed now as the most controlled skates out there (not counting felt skates). They are not PTFE and are claimed to have a flat surface with no concave areas and rounded edges for smoother glide and better resistance to catching on pad hairs or debris. Just to remember: the initial friction with them can be pretty high, with very controlled glide and very significant stopping power.

Bottom line? This pad’s glide is subject to change depending on which skates you put on, so choose carefully.

Initial/Dynamic Friction and Stopping Power

These are the sales-pitch characteristics that I found online:

• Low initial friction,
• Medium dynamic friction,
• Substantial stopping power — designed for control with smooth gliding

… but what’s the reality?

The first thing you notice is how open it is. From a standstill, the mouse just moves, no strange drag, no sticky start. Micro corrections, the small ones that win or lose you a duel, feel really easy here. After that, when you’re already in motion, the glide changes, and it is something more medium. Still smooth, but not like those “floaty” pads that I hate. There is still a little resistance, just enough to hold the aim steady when you track.

Stopping power is another story, and BerryMilk really excels here. The pad doesn’t slow down; it stops in a very clear way, like always the same. That gives confidence, because you know what will happen when you cut the movement. One-taps, bursts, and flicks are more predictable.

When compared to other glasspads I’ve owned, I would say BerryMilk is sitting in the middle. Compared with Kin X, it feels faster, both at the very start and while moving. Kin X is more control-heavy, maybe too slow for players who like quick reactions. Nephilim SteelPad is the opposite. It has even more stopping power than BerryMilk, almost like it pulls the crosshair and holds it there. BerryMilk doesn’t grab that strongly, but it gives a mix: speed, control, and glide together in one profile.

Bottom line? The advertised characteristics hold.

Maintenance and Durability

One of the standout features of the BerryMilk is how easy it is to maintain. Glass surfaces are inherently easy to clean, resisting dirt and oils that can affect tracking on other materials. So, a simple cloth will do!

There’s no wear on the coating over time, which is not always the case with hybrid or cloth pads — for example, Cerapad Kin v2 showed some signs of use and gathered dirt and oil from your fingertips, resulting in mud spots that were insanely irritating to me.

Also, while some might prefer a gaming sleeve for comfort, it’s not necessary with this pad due to its smooth, cool surface that doesn’t heat up or stick to skin (ok, maybe in the summer only).

Bottom line? Maintenance is super simple and easy, as the pad seems long-lasting and doesn’t show symptoms of wear.

Gaming Experience

My performance depended on the game I played and the skates I had to use. While this pad has this “controlled speed” out of the box that I like so much, you can increase/decrease it with specific skates and really amplify the experience.

The pad excels with fast-paced scenarios like Overwatch, Apex, or Quake, while also being very good for slower games that require precision (like Battlefield). It’s just a matter of slower skates you have to put on.

What surprised me is that the TacFPS games like Valorant/CS2 also shone with it. The flicks and precision were always there, and if I missed, it was me, not the pad’s fault.

Summary

The BerryMilk from Tenta-x, though not at the forefront of current marketing campaigns, certainly deserves attention for its build quality, design options, and performance. It’s an excellent choice for gamers and professionals alike who prioritize speed, easy maintenance, and a long-lasting product.

While it might require some adaptation due to its unique friction characteristics, once mastered, it offers a smooth, responsive experience with a tad of control that’s hard to beat. Somehow, I would even recommend it for tactical FPS, because with adequate skates, the overall control is really good; however, still lower than on cloth/hybrid.

Will I stick to it? Hard to tell — there’s something about this pad that I cannot get out of my head, though. However, it turns out this pad is not only beautiful, but it’s also very versatile and performs in the premier league category. This is probably the first glasspad that I fully embraced and accepted, and not because it was my personal glasspad like Kin X, but because of its exceptional performance.

Hands down, this is the glasspad I can fully recommend.

Bullet Points

• striking aesthetics (both BerryMilk and Acidity)
• It’s a semi-controlled glass pad, which is still rare
• highest build quality
• BerryMilk’s glide is subject to change once you apply different skates, the difference is not that huge though when comparing to Nephilim
• Neat packaging with an additional set of Magic Ice skates
• easy maintenance and high durability, no signs of wear
• Micro adjustments are very easy to perform
• significant stopping power
• The pad is coated/textured, which increases speed
• no mud spots, no slowdowns, no break-in period
• A gaming sleeve is not required, although it is useful in a humid/cold environment
• The base could be the only downside of this banger pad (will be improved in the next batch) because it sometimes can move across the desk when some force is applied
• The base can emit a fluoride smell when moved across the desk

Get this banger pad with my 7% discount code “airmanthe” at Tenta-x

Disclaimer: And remember, this is just one gamer’s point of view — no sponsorships, no ads, just straight talk from someone who’s been in the game. This was my own opinion, and the manufacturer didn’t influence me in any way. Your mileage may vary, so take my words as a starting point, not gospel.