I use the wired version. I´d prefer the wireless version but atm i´m in the Middle of a renovation project and have to watch my budget. Onse i´m trought all that i´ll get a wireless one but they are way more expensive.
He posted just before I answered lol
His appears to be the wired version so no need for charging pad.
I don't have the pad myself and battery lasted a year so far.