Best Bluetooth Mouse? (NOT Magic Mouse)

[tuna]

I currently use the Magic Mouse and I hate it. To each their own.

I would like to purchase a bluetooth mouse because I would prefer to not have to use dongles for multiple reasons, however it seems like there are surprisingly few choices for high quality bluetooth mice. Logitech mice use their own proprietary system that requires a dongle (except for low end models and the $100 MX Master) and while Microsoft mice use bluetooth, they seem to get middling reviews.

Anyone have a suggestion for a high quality bluetooth mouse for a better price than the MX Master?

 

[oneMadRssn]

I use the Microsoft Sculpt Comfort mouse. It's very basic, but does the job.

 

[tuna]

I use the Microsoft Sculpt Comfort mouse. It's very basic, but does the job.

Thanks. Reviews look good and nobody seems to have problems with Mac compatibility. I would have paid more for a little more functionality but if the next step up is $100 for the Logitech MX Master then this is worth a try. I have one on the way.

 

[scottyy]

Go for the mx master

 

[bubulol]

I am also looking for one with BT because i cant use any of those radio receiver due to interference with usb hub and hubs 3.0

 

[Rocketpaul]

The logitech Mx master is probably your best bet. However, its expensive and has a few minor problems in my opinion.

 

[bubulol]

Yes too expensive
I had G700 in the past, but i have heard issue with radio receiver and usb 3.0 (i use my Macbook + usb hub)

 

[camelia]

I currently use the Magic Mouse and I hate it. To each their own.

I would like to purchase a bluetooth mouse because I would prefer to not have to use dongles for multiple reasons, however it seems like there are surprisingly few choices for high quality bluetooth mice. Logitech mice use their own proprietary system that requires a dongle (except for low end models and the $100 MX Master) and while Microsoft mice use bluetooth, they seem to get middling reviews.

Anyone have a suggestion for a high quality bluetooth mouse for a better price than the MX Master?

Can I ask what's wrong with the Magic Mouse?

Came

 

[bubulol]

Main issue with Magic Mouse its ergonomic, flat mouse isnt good if you use it daily
Moreover no scroll wheel is a minus to me
Yes its has pretty design but dont buy design over ergonomic

 

[theluggage]

I currently use the Magic Mouse and I hate it. To each their own.

You're not alone.

and the $100 MX Master

Note that the MX Master requires "Bluetooth Low Energy" a.k.a. "Bluetooth Smart" a.k.a.-ish "Bluetooth 4.0" so if you have an older Mac (e.g. a 2011 MBP) it might not work (although the master also supports the logitech unifying dongle, which works fine but won't appease your dongle phobia).

 

[camelia]

Main issue with Magic Mouse its ergonomic, flat mouse isnt good if you use it daily
Moreover no scroll wheel is a minus to me
Yes its has pretty design but dont buy design over ergonomic

Then which mice should I have to buy for gaming and graphic design (Photoshop, Illustrator...) Any suggestion?

rMPB 15" middle 2014

Came

 

[bubulol]

G700S or G602 from Logitech, cheaper than other wireless gaming mice and it seems to have the best of compromise between gaming/desktop use
If you want to play some games, dont pick BT
BT = better battery life
Radio receiver = better performance

 

[bobbie424242]

I'm using the MX Master Mouse and love it, although it may require some tweaking via the Logitech Options program.
It is an extremely comfortable mouse for the hand.
You may read comments about the next/prev buttons being practical but it didn't take more than a day for me to adapt and not have to think about it.

 

[camelia]

G700S or G602 from Logitech, cheaper than other wireless gaming mice and it seems to have the best of compromise between gaming/desktop use
If you want to play some games, dont pick BT
BT = better battery life
Radio receiver = better performance

it seems G700S is the best option for me
-http://gaming.logitech.com/en-us/product/g700s-rechargeable-wireless-gaming-mouse

Thanks
Came

 

[bubulol]

Great choice, i had G700 in the past, truely ergonomic with the best scrollwheel over whole mouse market
Cons are:
- you may change mini-usb cable, when mouse is wired through that stock mini usb cable, it holds mouse too much
- battery life is a bit short though it can last for fews days for desktop purpose only (set lower dpi and 125 hertz when you use it for desktop purpose)

 

[camelia]

Great choice, i had G700 in the past, truely ergonomic with the best scrollwheel over whole mouse market
Cons are:
- you may change mini-usb cable, when mouse is wired through that stock mini usb cable, it holds mouse too much
- battery life is a bit short though it can last for fews days for desktop purpose only (set lower dpi and 125 hertz when you use it for desktop purpose)

Which mouse do you own now?

Came

 

[steve62388]

I am also looking for one with BT because i cant use any of those radio receiver due to interference with usb hub and hubs 3.0

Well that's unlikely to work. Poorly shielded USB devices cause interference on the 2.4Ghz band. The Logitech Unifying Receiver operates in the 2.4Ghz band. Guess what frequency Bluetooth devices use? 2.4Ghz.

If you have problems with one you're likely to get interference with the other. Other than buying new devices your best bet is to relocate the USB devices somewhere else.

 

[lowendlinux]

it seems G700S is the best option for me
-http://gaming.logitech.com/en-us/product/g700s-rechargeable-wireless-gaming-mouse

Thanks
Came

Mice IMHO are very personal and not something that should online without trying first.

 

[steve62388]

Mice IMHO are very personal and not something that should online without trying first.

In theory you're probably right. In practice that's never going to work.

1. What store do you know that has a full range of mice out on display? Even if they did you're standing up which is not a natural position and you can't use them for any length of time to determine if they cause you strain. A lot of shops won't even sell the more exotic mice.
2. If it's not your first mouse you know through experience what type of mouse suits you best.

 

[lowendlinux]

In theory you're probably right. In practice that's never going to work.

1. What store do you know that has a full range of mice out on display? Even if they did you're standing up which is not a natural position and you can't use them for any length of time to determine if they cause you strain. A lot of shops won't even sell the more exotic mice.
2. If it's not your first mouse you know through experience what type of mouse suits you best.

For the kind of mice being discussed in this thread Media Markt has them all, I assume Best Buy would all they have an more. Media Markt also displays them on a shelf that simulates the angle of and general height of using them on a desk provided you are of normal proportions then there is also the local computer store.

 

[steve62388]

For the kind of mice being discussed in this thread Media Markt has them all, I assume Best Buy would all they have an more. Media Markt also displays them on a shelf that simulates the angle of and general height of using them on a desk provided you are of normal proportions then there is also the local computer store.

Assuming you're the type to travel possibly long distances just to buy a mouse. Or you even have access to these stores, I've never even heard of Media Markt and Best Buy is North American. I agree with you that the theory is good, I'm just saying real life often gets in the way.

I know what mice I fit with (my hand doesn't change shape), doesn't everybody? Buying online is fine, it's never let me down.

 

[frank4]

I like the Logitech M557. It is a small 2 button conventional BT mouse, works with Windows and Mac. I've had mine about 6 months running the original batteries, it's never switched off. Tracks accurately, no BT disconnection problems. I like it so much I got a second one for backup. $25 to $30 when on sale.

There is a third button centrally located (the "Windows" 4 spot in the picture), and the wheel-press switch and left/right wheel switches can be programmed to a limited extent, so you get a total of 4 extra actions that might be useful. But I just use it as a 2 button mouse.

I modified my M557 so the scroll wheel rotates smoothly without the old-fashioned click ratchet feel. Just requires opening the mouse up by prying off the 2 front pads and removing screws (plus 1 or 2 in battery area), then the ratchet spring that touches the wheel is cut or removed.

I also have a small Dell BT mouse (that has no Mac software support) and it works OK but it sometimes has tracking speed and disconnection problems.

I also have the Magic Mouse but don't use it because it's too low and causes hand pain after a while. No tracking or connection problems. They made it look cool, the top is a sphere and looks great, but it doesn't fit the hand. What happened to "form follows function"? Also they put 2 long pads on the bottom and they have too much friction and make a scraping sound on some surfaces. And the button pressure is too high.

M557 is at the bottom of the picture, the removed click spring is near it. Dell mouse in middle:

 

[mackie8]

i like to try MX master but im hearing a lot of bluetooth issues on mac... is it true? keeps on skipping and disconnecting when using on mac?
im planning to use it on bluetooth not on usb dongle... i dont have free usb port on my macbook 12....

 

[SurajP]

If you are a windows user, The Logitech MX Master is probably the best choice. Its work good with Mac as well but has minor problems in my opinion.

However, it's very expensive but worth the price. If you don't want to invest more in mouse, then check out this list of the best budget Bluetooth wireless mouse (Under $50, $25, $10).