It has a kind of chemical smell even after leaving it out in the sun for a week. Also it’s wedge shaped and narrower than the usual size which I don’t like and the fabric is a little rough so overall not too happy.
The pad felt soft through the opening. However after opening the package the pad was firmer than I expected. The firmness along with the beveled design put point pressure on my wrists. At first use my hands started to fall asleep because of the pressure. I tried the pad in different orientations but had the same issue. I returned the pad and will continue using a towel.