Check the color for the variety you have, since ripe mangoes are not always fully yellow or red
Gently squeeze the mango; it should yield slightly to pressure
Smell the stem end; a ripe mango often has a sweet, fruity aroma
Look for a fuller shape and slight plumpness
Avoid mangoes that feel very hard and unyielding
Avoid mangoes with wrinkled skin unless they are naturally that way
Avoid mangoes with large dark bruises, mold, or leaking spots
If it is unripe, leave it at room temperature until it softens
If it is already soft and fragrant, it is likely ready to eat