The Best Logitech Mice for Computing and Gaming
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Choosing a mouse is a deeply personal decision that depends on what you’ll be using it for and how your hand is shaped. Logitech offers dozens of options in different shapes and sizes and with various features. Our list includes 8 of the best Logitech mice that are ideal for a range of uses—and users.
Specs to Consider
The first thing to consider when choosing a mouse is whether you want one that is wired (it connects via a cable) or wireless (it connects through radio waves, such as Bluetooth). For most people, the idea of a tangle-free, clutter-free desk makes the wireless option more appealing.
But there are some reasons to consider using a wired mouse. Because Bluetooth mice run on batteries, you may find yourself with a dead mouse at an inopportune time. And some argue that wired mice offer more precision than their wireless counterparts, which can be helpful for gamers whose score depends on the slightest movement.
Another thing to keep in mind is the shape of the mouse. Some mice are advertised as “ergonomic,” meaning they are designed to reduce the strain on your wrists and prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. There are also smaller mice intended for travel, although, truthfully, even large mice won’t take up much room in your carry-on.
More: The Best Ergonomic Mice of 2023
Mice designed explicitly for gaming are usually marked as such and offer high precision and extras like additional buttons that can be programmed to activate specific types of software. Gaming mice are usually flashier looking than regular mice, and many of them have colored lighting—if that’s your thing.
How We Selected
I’ve been on a 20-year quest to discover the best, most comfortable mice and, at the moment, have more than a dozen in my home. As a technology journalist, I regularly review gadgets, including computer mice. My work has appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, and many other publications.
As someone who owns several Logitech mice, including the MX Master 3 below, I relied on my experience when compiling this list of the best. I also spent more than a dozen hours scouring user reviews online and looking at specifications of the vast range of Logitech mice on the market.
Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: 11 customizable buttons
Don’t let the menacing looks of the G502 fool you. While it’s intended for gaming, this mouse works great for everything from scrolling through spreadsheets to wrestling browser tabs. The 11 customizable buttons and fast scroll wheel make it a lethal weapon for shooting games and assembling the next quarterly report.
Logitech MX Vertical Wireless Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: Unique ergonomic shape
The MX Vertical is one of the most bizarre-looking mice on the market, with its protrusion on the top. However strange its appearance, the Vertical might be the most comfortable mouse on this list. Logitech claims it puts your hand in a natural handshake position that reduces forearm twisting and muscular strain.
Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: 250 hours of battery life
One of the annoying things about wireless mice is that you have to worry about when they will run out of battery life. But power issues are much less of a concern with the G305 since it boasts 250 hours of battery life on a single AA battery. As a bonus, it has a 12,000 DPI sensor for gaming accuracy.
Logitech MX Master 3 Advanced Wireless Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: 4000 DPI sensor for accurate gaming
My personal daily driver is the MX Master 3, and I think it’s the best all-around mouse on the market. It has an incomparable hand feel that’s heavy enough to make your actions deliberate while being light enough not to weigh you down. This mouse has a 4000 DPI sensor that’s accurate enough for gaming.
Logitech M705 Wireless Marathon Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: 6 programmable buttons
Buy the M705 now, and you won’t have to change the battery until 2024, Logitech claims. I haven’t had time to test the appropriately named Marathon Mouse for the entire three years of its claimed battery life, but I can attest to it being comfortable and lightweight. It also has six programmable buttons, which are handy for those who like to program their own software shortcuts.
Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wired
? Feature: Customizable lights
Serious gamers committed to memorizing buttons might want to consider the G600. It has a 12-button thumb panel designed for navigation, but since the buttons are on the side, you won’t be able to see them. This mouse lights up, and you can even customize the colors with downloadable software.
Logitech M720 Wireless Triathlon Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wireless
? Feature: Can be used with multiple computers
If you have multiple computers, the M720 is an excellent choice to control them all. This mouse has a button on the side that lets you easily switch between setups. It’s comfortable to use and has a clean, simple design. Logitech says you’ll get two years of battery life with two AAs.
Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse
Key Specs
? Type: Wired
? Features: 16.8 million light colors
The G203 is a beauty with plenty of features aimed at gamers, for a reasonable price. You can program 16.8 million colors of lights that flash around the side of the mouse. It has a simple, classic design that is comfortable enough for everyday computing tasks and gaming. I love its distinctive look and found it to be sufficient for light gaming and flitting around word-processing documents and.
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