Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), White
Best for: Mac users
- USB-C charging (listing title)
- PCMag: "no real competitors" on Mac
✅ Buy if you use a Mac and want gestures.
❌ Skip if you're on Windows.
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Our pick: Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), White
PCMag says it has "no real competitors" on the Mac.
View on AmazonThere aren't many good standalone trackpads, so this is a short list. Choose by computer: Apple for a Mac, Contour for Windows. See the side-by-side: Apple Magic Trackpad vs Contour Touch.
Compare at a glance
| Product | Best for | Key spec | Notable | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), White | Mac users | USB-C · Mac | PCMag recommended | View on Amazon |
| Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), Black | Mac users who want a dark desk setup | USB-C · Mac | Black finish | View on Amazon |
| Contour Touch Trackpad | Windows users | Windows trackpad | PCMag 4.0 | View on Amazon |
Trackpads worth a look
Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), Black
Best for: Mac users who want a dark desk setup
- Same trackpad as the white model, in black
- USB-C charging (listing title)
✅ Buy if you want the Apple trackpad in black.
❌ Skip if you'd rather pay less for white.
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Contour Touch Trackpad
Best for: Windows users
- Wireless trackpad for Windows (PCMag)
- PCMag rates it 4.0
✅ Buy if you want a big trackpad on a Windows PC.
❌ Skip if you use a Mac.
View on AmazonFAQ
Which trackpad should I get for Windows?
The Contour Touch Trackpad. Apple's Magic Trackpad is built for Macs, and the Contour is the Windows option. PCMag rates it 4.0.
Is the black Apple trackpad different?
It's the same trackpad as the white model, in black. Pick white if you'd rather pay less.
How do the Apple trackpads charge?
Both Apple models charge over USB-C.
Why a trackpad instead of a mouse?
Multi-finger gestures are the whole point, so it's worth it if you like to swipe rather than click.
How we picked
For anyone who'd rather swipe than click, and wants a big glass surface next to the keyboard. These picks are our team's curated selection, checked against listing details. We haven't tested them hands-on.
Your computer
Apple's trackpad is built for Macs; the Contour is the Windows option.
Gestures
Multi-finger gestures are the whole point, so platform support matters.
Charging
Both Apple models charge over USB-C.
Expert view
Picks lean on PCMag's reviews, linked below.
✅ What we checked
- Each product's Amazon listing: title, listed features, and dimensions or capacity where shown
- Manufacturer pages and manuals for specs the listing leaves out
- Published reviews we cite:
🚫 What we skip
- No paid placements. Brands can't buy a spot
- No made-up ratings, scores or test results
- No specs we couldn't find published
Not sure? Start here. Our pick is the Apple Magic Trackpad (USB-C), White.
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