Unless you’re a hot-key wizard, odds are you’re going to need a mouse or trackpad to get a lot of things done on your computer. Even if you have a keyboard shortcut for almost everything, there’s still going to be plenty of times that a mouse would serve you better. And, let’s not conflate a trackpad for a mouse, as in most cases it simply serves as a next best option. So, when it comes time to get some work done, browser the web, or hunker down for some gaming, you should make sure you’ve got a good mouse in your hand.In most cases, the best gaming mice could do the job, as they tend to be loaded with features that can be handy in any situation, and they have amazingly accurate sensors. But, sometimes a simpler, work-oriented mouse can be the better option, such as where space is limited or for travel and a long battery life. Some mice even take into account the long hours you might be using them, and opt for ergonomic designs that will help avoid strain in your arm.We’ve selected top contenders in a variety of categories, from gaming and non-gaming mice to trackball and ambidextrous mice. One thing all these mice have in common, though, is one of the greatest modern conveniences: wireless connectivity. Whether they offer a USB receiver, a Bluetooth connection, or both, all of these mice can connect to devices without the need for wires, though some will still have the option to wire up when you need it.
TL;DR – These are the best mice:
1. Logitech MX Master 3
Best All-Around Mouse
Sensor: Darkfield Sensor Sensitivity: 4,000 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 7 Connection: USB Receiver, Bluetooth LE Battery life: 70 days Weight: 141g
Logitech has the market for professional mice cornered, the MX Master 3 is its premier mouse. Its designed with ergonomics in mind, so your hand will stay comfortable over a long day of work. But, comfort is only one aspect, as its also highly versatile.The MX Master 3 features Logitech Darkfield Tracking to make it usable on most surfaces, so no worrying about it misbehaving on metal or glass. And, with both a USB receiver and Bluetooth, it can connect to a broad range of devices from Windows and Mac computers to iPads and Linux-powered machines. It also supports Flow, letting you seamlessly use this mouse with three devices at the same time. Youll get up to 70 hours of runtime from the MX Master 3s built-in battery, and if youre ever low, you can get three hours of power back with just one minute of charging. Plus, you wont find many scroll wheels as fancy as the MX Master 3s MagSpeed Electromagnetic wheel, and theres even a thumb wheel for horizontal scrolling.
2. Microsoft Bluetooth Mouse
Best Budget Mouse
Sensitivity: 1,000 DPI Shape: Ambidextrous Buttons: 3 Connection: Bluetooth LE Battery life: 12 months Weight: 78g (with battery)
If you dont need a mouse all the time, it might not be as appealing to buy a serious pointer thats crammed full of features. The Microsoft Bluetooth Mouse offers a simple and affordable option that should be more than enough mouse for most. It has a simple, ambidextrous design, and runs on a single AA battery.As the name suggests, this mouse connects over Bluetooth and uses the Low Energy mode which helps it offer up to 12 months of battery life, so it should have a bit of charge ready whenever you might need it. One nice thing to see on a budget mouse is the inclusion of a clickable scroll wheel, making web browsing that little bit quicker.
3. Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed
Best Multipurpose Mouse
Sensor: Optical Razer 5G Sensor Sensitivity: 16,000 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 6 Connection: Hyperspeed wireless, Bluetooth Battery life: 285 hours (450 hours on Bluetooth LE) Weight: 83g (w/o battery)
If youre familiar with Razer, you might be a bit worried that its mice dont have a home outside of gaming, but the Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed is wonderfully understated and can slip under that radar thanks to its omission of RGB lighting.What you get from the Basilisk X HyperSpeed is a highly accurate mouse that can run for ages on a single AA battery. It offers superb tracking with a USB receiver, but it also supports Bluetooth connectivity. That makes it a handy 2-in-1 that you can use for gaming at home with the dongle and take to work using its Bluetooth connection. Its all the more impressive that this mouse comes in at under $60.
4. Logitech G604 Lightspeed
Best Mouse for Macros
Sensor: Optical HERO 16K Sensitivity: 16,00 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 15 Connection: Lightspeed wireless Battery life: 240 hours (5.5 months Bluetooth) Weight: 135g (with battery)
The Logitech G604 is another one of those mice that shouldnt be mistaken as only being at home in a gaming environment. The G604 has a comfortable design and a scroll wheel that mimics that of the MX Master 3 by having both a free-spinning and a ratchet mode. You also get the dual connectivity from a USB receiver and Bluetooth.The Logitech G604 can run on a single AA battery for up to 5.5 months using Bluetooth or for 240 hours using the faster wireless connection. What helps the Logitech G604 shine outside of gaming is also what helps it shine in games: all the buttons. The G604 features 15 buttons in total, with six next to the thumb and an extra two near the left button. Paired with Logitechs software, you can set up a whole host of macros to convince coworkers that youre a spreadsheet wizard.
5. Logitech MX Vertical
Best Ergonomic Mouse
Sensitivity: 4,000 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 6 Connection: USB Receiver, Bluetooth LE Battery life:Weight: 135g
If youve got your hand basically glued to your mouse all day, you may have run into a bit of pain in your arm. That can come from having your arm rotated inward for so long, and it can lead to RSI after some time. Thats something an ergonomic mouse aims to alleviate, and the Logitech MX Vertical is a compelling example of this.At first glance, it might not even look like a mouse. It has the profile of a sailboat because of its high peak, but that gives you a grip that will keep your arm from twisting far inward. Beyond that comfortable grip, the mouse supports multiple connection modes over its USB receiver, Bluetooth, or a wired connection. It also supports Flow for use between multiple devices at once. If you forget to keep the four-month battery charged, you can get an extra three hours of power in just a minute of charging.
6. SteelSeries Rival 650
Best Gaming Mouse
Sensor: SteelSeries TrueMove3+ Optical, Depth Sensitivity: 12,000 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 7 Connection: Wireless, wired Battery life: 24 hours Weight: 121g (up to 153g)
The best gaming mouse is actually the SteelSeries Rival 600 (read our review), but the Rival 650 (read our review) is its wireless twin, as it’s virtually identical in every other respect. You’ll get SteelSeries’ incredibly accurate TrueMove3+ sensor that combines a precise optical sensor with a depth sensor to fine-tune when the mouse detects lift off from a surface.The Rival 650 offers both a wired and wireless connection, letting you continue to use it when the 24-hour battery is drained. You can customize the lighting as you like, and program the three thumb buttons for extra functionality.
7. Microsoft Arc Mouse
Best Portable Mouse
Sensitivity: 1,000 DPI Shape: Ambidextrous Buttons: 2 Connection: Bluetooth LE Battery life: 6 months Weight: 82.5g (with battery)
If portability is one of your major concerns, a big, lumpy mouse might not be the best option for you. Microsoft has the answer with its Arc Mouse. The design follows from the earlier Arc Touch mouse, with a bendable body that forms a curve when in use and lies flat when powered down. In fact, its bending it flat that turns the mouse off.The Microsoft Arc Mouse runs for up to 6 months on two AAA batteries and connects exclusively using Bluetooth. You wont have to worry about losing or forgetting any USB receiver dongle. You wont find any true buttons on the top of this mouse, as it instead registers touches for both left and rick click as well as vertical and horizontal scrolling. While that may take some time to get used to, that lack of moving parts is less to worry about if you throw this mouse into your backpack. Of course, because it folds flat, you shouldnt have any trouble finding a pocket to slide the Arc Mouse safely inside.
8. Logitech MX Ergo
Best Trackball Mouse
Sensor: Optical sensor Sensitivity: 2,048 DPI Shape: Right-handed Buttons: 8 Connection: USB Receiver, Bluetooth LE Battery life: 4 months Weight: 259g
When desk space is tight, a trackball mouse can be a winning ally, and the Logitech MX Ergo has what it takes. This mouse features a large trackball paired with a button for enabling precision mode, so you can move your cursor right where you need it. It offers a total of eight buttons, including a tiltable scroll wheel.If youre wondering where the Ergo in the name comes from, it has to do with a feature in the stand. This mouse has an adjustable tilt, which can let you change the angle you hold it at. The MX Ergo offers up to four months of battery life and can get a full day of power in one minute of charging. It also supports Bluetooth connectivity and can sync across multiple devices using Flow.
9. Logitech MX Anywhere 2S
Best Small Mouse
Sensor: Darkfield Sensor Sensitivity: 4,000 DPI Shape: Ambidextrous (Single-sided thumb buttons) Buttons: 7 Connection: USB Receiver, Bluetooth LE Battery life: 70 days Weight: 106g
So, you want a bunch of the great features youre hearing about but in a smaller mouse? Enter the MX Anywhere 2S, a mouse compact enough to fit in smaller hands but capable enough to keep up with the bigger competitors.The MX Anywhere 2S supports Logitechs Flow software for syncing across multiple devices at once, and it can pair using the USB wireless receiver or Bluetooth. Youll get up to 40 days of battery life from the mouse and can recharge it for up to a full days worth of power in just three minutes. While the mouse is small enough to go just about anywhere, it also has Logitechs Darkfield sensor for accurate tracking on just about any surface, so you can take it and use it anywhere.
Mark Knapp is a regular contributor to IGN and an irregular Tweeter on Twitter @Techn0Mark
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