Please recommend me a mouse - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 29, 2020, 06:00:21 pm
content: Hi all,My trusty old mouse (a Razer Abyssus that came free with an old laptop) has finally worn out and is due for replacement.I'm looking for a good quality, solid, reliable mouse that I can use all day for schematic and PCB CAD, editing code, as well as general office applications. It needs to be smooth, precise, and be a tool that I simply don't have to think about on a daily basis. It needs to track accurately on my ESD bench mat, even when the sun shines in through the window.I do like the completely free spinning scroll wheel that Logitech use, but I do have concerns about their overall build quality. I have an MX Anywhere 2 for my 'home' PC, but although it's fairly inexpensive, I'd prefer to go up a level in build quality. Mice, of this type, shouldn't squeak.Can anyone please suggest a really good quality mouse suitable for everyday professional use?Thanks

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 02:35:15 am
content: Is there something wrong with a bog-standard $12 Microsoft Basic Mouse or the Intellimouse? I find them to be just as "precise" as any other and I've never had one fail on me.

author: LeonR
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 03:10:50 am
content: MX Master (newest revision is 3) is the step up from the Anywhere. It's bulkier, but more comfortable since you can let your whole palm rest on it.

author: Mr.B
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 03:33:15 am
content: I can second the MX Master.I currently have the 2S version at work and at home.I have not tried the new version 3 yet.

author: LeonR
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 03:35:54 am
content: There's also MX518 Legendary. Doesn't have modern features such as hyperscrolling, side-scrolling, etc, but it's built like a tank and will probably last for a decade.

author: NiHaoMike
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 03:37:18 am
content: Anker vertical mouse, takes getting a little used to but is supposed to be better for frequent use.

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 10:58:41 am
content: Thanks for the suggestions. I've ordered an MX Master 3.

author: MasterBuilder
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2020, 11:23:02 am
content: 1st, Definitely get a Logitech mouse.2nd, The size and shape of the mouse is important for you to be as productive as possible. I much prefer the compact size (Logitech M185). A mouse with extra controls or "ergonomic" shape tends to slow me down. The MX master looks like a mess to me, IMHO its too big and heavy (twice the weight of the M185) to move fast. But really this is a case of go with whatever shape and size is most productive for you.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 01:51:03 am
content: I have several Logitech M100s. These are reliable and not too small. A small mouse is uncomfortable because you need to keep your fingers curled up to push the buttons.

author: HighVoltage
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 10:59:31 am
content: Another vote forLogitech MX Master 3It's the most perfect mouse I have ever used.

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 12:20:54 pm
content: Quote from: blueskull on January 31, 2020, 02:43:14 amThe 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro looks like a really nice piece of kit, thanks for the suggestion. I've ordered one of those to try too; I figure I can always sell on whichever one I don't end up preferring, and it's important to be completely comfortable with a tool I use all day every day.The MX Master 3 arrived today and I'm trying it out now. First impression is it's a little on the big side, which I was expecting, but it's still a change to get used to from the MX Anywhere 2.FWIW the scroll wheel mechanism of the 3 is completely new and based on magnets rather than mechanical detents, so there shouldn't be anything to wear - hopefully!

author: SilverSolder
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 01:47:19 pm
content: I have a bunch of old Logitech MX310 that are approaching 20 years old... they sell for stupid prices now, but they are the best I've ever used... and they still work.$179, seriously? I used to pick them up for $3 on eBay...https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-MX-310-Optical-Mouse/dp/B0000A1GOF

author: TopLoser
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 02:27:25 pm
content: The good old Logitech MX Anywhere 2 is currently £3.90 including delivery on Amazon...https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0761YPDNM/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_image_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1Seriously?? That's one hell of a bargain.

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 02:37:09 pm
content: Quote from: TopLoser on January 31, 2020, 02:27:25 pmErrr, £38.70? Which still isn't bad.

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 02:48:14 pm
content: That's got to be a typo somewhere, I see £38.70.I do have one of those, but the right button is annoyingly squeaky. Other than that it's a nice mouse.

author: eugenenine
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 03:19:25 pm
content: TouchpadHaven't owned a mouse since 1998

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 03:49:56 pm
content: Ah, "business price", that's why I don't see it.I still think it's a typo, but in case they actually do honour that price, it's *almost* worth registering a business account and setting up as a small (admittedly niche!) reseller of IT equipment

author: TopLoser
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 04:02:52 pm
content: Quote from: AndyC_772 on January 31, 2020, 03:49:56 pmWell they let me order a quantity of them and I just got tracking details.Hmmm I just signed out of my account and yes the price does shoot up to £38 for a non-business account. The Logitech MX Master is only £24.99 shipped with the business account, the old style one though.I'm not allowed any more - "You have reached the purchase limit for this item"!

author: SiliconWizard
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 04:39:16 pm
content: It's hard to recommend anything as we all have pretty different needs, habits, and even morphology.So all we can do is speak for ourselves.I have had many different mice over the years. I have tried wireless mice before and they're just too annoying for me, so I pass. One of the best mice I've owned (to me) was the Microsoft Laser mouse (the first one I think). Buttons eventually broke, I repaired it once but when they broke again I just though I would try something else...I personally use a Roccat Kone Pure now (have been for a few years). This one is wired. It has good performance, its shape and size fit me well (I've found many mice either too big or too small), and it's sturdy. That's for "desktop" use. I have a laptop as well, that I use a lot less frequently (mainly while I'm on the go) and for it I just use the touchpad which is OK for occasional use (but would be unbearable for heavy use IMO.)

author: AndyC_772
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2020, 04:40:20 pm
content: £24.99 plus a lifetime's worth of AA batteries. That model had the potential to be a lovely mouse, but it suffered from a wireless range that rapidly degraded as soon as the battery voltage started to fall, so they always need fresh alkaline batteries to work properly.It's the one product I think I've ever come across that could have genuinely benefitted from a Batteriser...

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2020, 05:42:24 pm
content: Quote from: TopLoser on January 31, 2020, 04:02:52 pmWill you be disposing of surplus of those, or hoarding?

author: TopLoser
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 01, 2020, 06:50:58 pm
content: Quote from: Monkeh on February 01, 2020, 05:42:24 pmI’m going to be using a couple immediately, but if anybody REALLY wants one then £20 shipped PayPal only.They’re back up to £23+VAT now, I think somebody noticed after they had a run on them...