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Charlie JudgeCharlie Judge Posts: 13,011
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I have been through two Logitech M100 mice in the last yearith the last one only lasting 4 monthe before it started to develop prblems. Can somone recommend a reasonably inexpesive but reliable mouse for use with photoshop and web navigation.

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  • ButchButch Posts: 799

    I quite like the Logitech M705.  It's cordless and has great battery life.  After close to 4 years of use, the mouse wheel decided it didn't like scrolling and I've just replaced it with another M705.  Three cons - it's larger and heavier (you get use to it) than conventional mouses and the wireless receiver may need to be in the usb slot nearest the mouse.

  • The Blurst of TimesThe Blurst of Times Posts: 2,410

    I like ergo mice, and my preferred one is Microsoft's Scupt Ergo mouse.

    However, you have to like right-handed mice. The dongle isn't very small. And, being an ergo mouse, it's not a wee dainty thing. It's a big chunk in your hand, which is the point of ergonomic mice.

  • Show not TellShow not Tell Posts: 206
    edited July 2018

    i dont like wireless, my logitech m100 is very old but shows no sign of stopping, what 6 or 5 years now ?

     

    funny, i know more than one person who has replaced an entire computer thinking it was on its last legs when the only problem was they needed a new mouse

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  • NovicaNovica Posts: 23,915
    edited July 2018

    Logitech MX Master ‑ Bluetooth Laser Mouse 

    It stays charged for weeks and weeks. I bought one, then got two more, one for each son. They love it and told their friends. Amazing.It slants like your hand does, has a place for your entire thumb to rest on the side, can use it all day without any hand fatigue. Has a 4.6 rating with almost 500 reviews. 

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  • LyonessLyoness Posts: 1,622

    I don't like wireless either.  I just got a new corsair m65.
    I like it A LOT.

  • nonesuch00nonesuch00 Posts: 18,444

    I have a Logitech USB mouse for like 4 or 5 years that is good for $10 at WalMart.. For about 5 years before that I used a bluetooth mouse or a wifi mouse but the occasion erratic behavior and always erratic when battery power to the mouse ran low besides the needless frustration that causes had me drop battery operated mice.

  • MescalinoMescalino Posts: 436

    Logitech G502 Proteus core.

    Had a wireless mouse once, NEVER EVER again. (and it was a high end logitech one)

  • TangoAlphaTangoAlpha Posts: 4,586

    I love my Logitech MX Master 2S. It's bluetooth and pairs with up to 3 computers at once, both Mac and PC. Moving the mouse between computers is as simple as dragging off one screen and onto the other. And you can drag & drop files across computers and OSs too. Battery life is about a month (and this is work!)

    Haven't solved "Typing on the wrong keyboard" yet though.

  • TaozTaoz Posts: 10,008
    edited July 2018

    I swear to trackballs - it took me a month to really get used to them but I'll never go back. Using a mouse now just feels incredibly clumsy and awkward, plus it requires a flat surface and a lot of free desktop space (which can be used for better things like clutter). I find precision work is also much easier with a trackball plus you can move the pointer very fast. And it doesn't strain your hand and arm nearly as much. I've only tried one type so far, the Logitech M570, so my experience is based on that only, but it works so well for me that I have no intention of trying others (except the new MX Ergo which is just an improved version of the M570). Just remember to give the ball a little silicone once a week to make it run smoothly.

     

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  • davesodaveso Posts: 7,291

    i have a Logitech Performance MX ... the battery life is terrible. I've tried different batteries, high amp hours, etc..still not good. 
    The mouse itself though, is pretty nice. 

  • TaozTaoz Posts: 10,008
    TangoAlpha said:

    I love my Logitech MX Master 2S. It's bluetooth and pairs with up to 3 computers at once, both Mac and PC. Moving the mouse between computers is as simple as dragging off one screen and onto the other. And you can drag & drop files across computers and OSs too. Battery life is about a month (and this is work!)

    Haven't solved "Typing on the wrong keyboard" yet though.

    If you're on Windows, Mouse Without Borders can solve that problem. You only need one mouse and one keyboard to control up to 4 computer/monitor sets. Just move the mouse pointer to the computer/monitor you want and the keyboard automatically moves to that computer too. It works perfectly on my systems.

    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=35460

    There are some alternatives for Mac and Linux, e.g. Synergy:

    https://alternativeto.net/software/mouse-without-borders2/?platform=mac

     

  • MattymanxMattymanx Posts: 6,975

    Well, I would recommend the Logitech M500 or the G500s.  Both have an unlockable wheel so that you can scroll continously without having to touch the wheel over and over.

  • The Blurst of TimesThe Blurst of Times Posts: 2,410
    Taoz said:

    I swear to trackballs - it took me a month to really get used to them but I'll never go back. Using a mouse now just feels incredibly clumsy and awkward, plus it requires a flat surface and a lot of free desktop space (which can be used for better things like clutter). I find precision work is also much easier with a trackball plus you can move the pointer very fast. And it doesn't strain your hand and arm nearly as much. I've only tried one type so far, the Logitech M570, so my experience is based on that only, but it works so well for me that I have no intention of trying others (except the new MX Ergo which is just an improved version of the M570). Just remember to give the ball a little silicone once a week to make it run smoothly.

     

    I prefer trackballs as well, but nobody buys them, so the Logitech M570 is about it, or the Kengsington Orbit with scoll ring. Nothing else really has a scroll wheel, which is problematic.

    I don't like the thumb ball on the M570. I prefer the Marble Mouse shape, but it has no scroll ring. There are workarounds for the Marble, but not any great ones.

    One of these days, I'll get fed up with my mouse and try the Kensington trackball.

  • carrie58carrie58 Posts: 4,050

    I've never used anything except the Logitech M570 trackball cordless and love it .Pop the ball out of it once a month to clean off the little sensors but I've had it last 8 years with only a battery change .

  • AllenArtAllenArt Posts: 7,172
    edited July 2018

    On the desktop I use a super cheap Perixx 608 Upright Cordless Optical mouse. It keeps my wrist from killing me, is super light and the batteries last forever because after about 5-10 minutes of no movement, it switches off (oh, and you can adjust the dpi settings too). Aft first I found this annoying, but just a simple click of one of the buttons gets it going again. Never had a moments trouble with this mouse. The last few Logitech mice I've gotten have crapped out on me pretty fast (less than a year) and seem to be suffering from a common ailment (at least in my house) that they start getting really touchy and double clicking where I only clicked once and sending the cursor flying off in whatever direction. I would definitely buy the Perixx again, but I got a feeling I won't have to for a long while. I've had it for nearly two years and so far I haven't even replaced the batteries yet o.O.

    Laurie

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  • davesodaveso Posts: 7,291

    I've noticed logitech products overall quality not so good. they were my goto brand...I bought a pair of computer speakers with subwoofer that was highly reviewed..they sound terrible... 
    then my mouse keyboard combo .. K800 and the above mouse..both suffer from extremely short battery life... the keyboard now has some keys that are intermittent ... press and nothing happens. 
    not sure i would recommend Logitech products. it may be that i got unlucky, but Logitech support was for sure no help on either issue and were way less than helpful

     

  • AllenArtAllenArt Posts: 7,172

    I do have logitech mice for my laptops, but I buy the cheap ones knowing they probably aren't going to last very long (I always get wireless mice).15 years ago I never used anything else for speakers, keyboards or mice. Now I don't have any logitech keyboards, or speakers (my bookshelp Mackie's are excellent) and only a couple mice.

    Laurie

  • LeatherGryphonLeatherGryphon Posts: 11,790

    I'm very happy with my Logitech M510 wireless.  2 year battery life (allegedly),  Left/Right/Wheel + two side buttons, large enough for my hand, didn't have to sell my body to afford it.

  • TaozTaoz Posts: 10,008
    edited July 2018

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

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  • KitsumoKitsumo Posts: 1,216
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    The only problem I've ever had with logitech mice is eventually they start double clicking when I don't want them to. That's pretty cool if the switches can be replaced.

  • TaozTaoz Posts: 10,008
    Kitsumo said:
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    The only problem I've ever had with logitech mice is eventually they start double clicking when I don't want them to. That's pretty cool if the switches can be replaced.

    Yes, I've never had any other problems either. There's a video here showing how to replace the switches in the M570, it's probably not much different with their other models:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X892nA5MtE&t=138s

  • Charlie JudgeCharlie Judge Posts: 13,011
    edited July 2018
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    Yep, that's the problem with  both my Logitech M100's  both of which went bad in less than a year. So, while Logitechs are generally great mice I am hesitant to keep buying Logitech mice if they are going to keep having the same problem

    Unfortunately replacing the switches is beyond my current capabilities as my hands are no longer steady enough to solder on the circut board.

    Of course on the other side of the coin I have an old Logitech M-UR69 that has lasted over 6 years on my other computer and is still going strong.

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  • nicsttnicstt Posts: 11,715

    Don't pay a pittance.

    Once you get decent quality, the only important aspect is how it fits in your hand - which also has health benefits.

     

  • RAMWolffRAMWolff Posts: 10,331
    edited July 2018

    I use and like the Logitech MX ERGO Advanced Wireless Trackball for Windows PC and Mac: 

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0753P1GTS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Good connectivity. Has this strange plate on the bottom that allows you to pop back and forth depending on your wrist position, which has come in handy from time to time.  The battery life is just fine.  It's wireless but connectivity has not been an issue much.  I HATE WIRES ... my keyboard on the other hand is wired, I've had bad luck with wireless keyboards... go figure.  

     

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  • dawnbladedawnblade Posts: 1,723

    Logitech M325 wireless mouse here. Under $20 and works fine with Daz Studio. My new CyberPower PC came with a gaming mouse, but the extra sniper button and directional buttons etc. won't be beneficial in DS.

  • grinch2901grinch2901 Posts: 1,246

    Here's a mouse you can always count on.

     

     

    sorry, I felt I had to do it.

     

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  • KitsumoKitsumo Posts: 1,216
    Charlie Judge said:
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    Yep, that's the problem with  both my Logitech M100's  both of which went bad in less than a year. So, while Logitechs are generally great mice I am hesitant to keep buying Logitech mice if they are going to keep having the same problem

    Unfortunately replacing the switches is beyond my current capabilities as my hands are no longer steady enough to solder on the circut board.

    Of course on the other side of the coin I have an old Logitech M-UR69 that has lasted over 6 years on my other computer and is still going strong.

    For some reason, I was never able to get the hang of soldering. I'm ashamed to call myself a nerd.

     

    dawnblade said:

    Logitech M325 wireless mouse here. Under $20 and works fine with Daz Studio. My new CyberPower PC came with a gaming mouse, but the extra sniper button and directional buttons etc. won't be beneficial in DS.

    Are the buttons reprogrammable? It seems like as long as they register in Windows there should be a way to make them do something in an app like DS. I know there are a few utilities that translate joystick button presses and movements into key strokes. I'll look for the one I used years ago.

  • dawnbladedawnblade Posts: 1,723
    Kitsumo said:
    Charlie Judge said:
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    Yep, that's the problem with  both my Logitech M100's  both of which went bad in less than a year. So, while Logitechs are generally great mice I am hesitant to keep buying Logitech mice if they are going to keep having the same problem

    Unfortunately replacing the switches is beyond my current capabilities as my hands are no longer steady enough to solder on the circut board.

    Of course on the other side of the coin I have an old Logitech M-UR69 that has lasted over 6 years on my other computer and is still going strong.

    For some reason, I was never able to get the hang of soldering. I'm ashamed to call myself a nerd.

     

    dawnblade said:

    Logitech M325 wireless mouse here. Under $20 and works fine with Daz Studio. My new CyberPower PC came with a gaming mouse, but the extra sniper button and directional buttons etc. won't be beneficial in DS.

    Are the buttons reprogrammable? It seems like as long as they register in Windows there should be a way to make them do something in an app like DS. I know there are a few utilities that translate joystick button presses and movements into key strokes. I'll look for the one I used years ago.

    Possibly, but I would have to take it out of the box to find out. laugh Even still, I really can't think of a DS need for any of the buttons. Plus it would be frustrating if I bumped the buttons while moving stuff around in my scene.

  • Charlie JudgeCharlie Judge Posts: 13,011
    edited July 2018
    Kitsumo said:
    Charlie Judge said:
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    Yep, that's the problem with  both my Logitech M100's  both of which went bad in less than a year. So, while Logitechs are generally great mice I am hesitant to keep buying Logitech mice if they are going to keep having the same problem

    Unfortunately replacing the switches is beyond my current capabilities as my hands are no longer steady enough to solder on the circut board.

    Of course on the other side of the coin I have an old Logitech M-UR69 that has lasted over 6 years on my other computer and is still going strong.

    For some reason, I was never able to get the hang of soldering. I'm ashamed to call myself a nerd.

     

    dawnblade said:

    Logitech M325 wireless mouse here. Under $20 and works fine with Daz Studio. My new CyberPower PC came with a gaming mouse, but the extra sniper button and directional buttons etc. won't be beneficial in DS.

    Are the buttons reprogrammable? It seems like as long as they register in Windows there should be a way to make them do something in an app like DS. I know there are a few utilities that translate joystick button presses and movements into key strokes. I'll look for the one I used years ago.

    Thanks again to everybody who responded. I ended up getting the Logitech G300s mouse today at Staples. Although the regular Staples price was $40 I was able to get it for $18 with the Stapless 110% price match guarantee.

    So far I am pretty happy with it and there is a productiviy profile as well as gaming profiiles. The buttons can be programed for various functions such as cut & paste and forward & back. The only small thing I noticed is that the scroll wheel clicks are a bit soft..

    I hope it lasts longer than the M100s I had.

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  • KitsumoKitsumo Posts: 1,216
    Charlie Judge said:
    Kitsumo said:
    Charlie Judge said:
    Taoz said:

    Logitech have had problems with the button switches in some of their mice/trackballs but I've heard they're using Omron swithes now which should be better. Otherwise the switches are fairly easy to replace and don't cost very much, like $1-1½ each for Omron (amazon). 

    Yep, that's the problem with  both my Logitech M100's  both of which went bad in less than a year. So, while Logitechs are generally great mice I am hesitant to keep buying Logitech mice if they are going to keep having the same problem

    Unfortunately replacing the switches is beyond my current capabilities as my hands are no longer steady enough to solder on the circut board.

    Of course on the other side of the coin I have an old Logitech M-UR69 that has lasted over 6 years on my other computer and is still going strong.

    For some reason, I was never able to get the hang of soldering. I'm ashamed to call myself a nerd.

     

    dawnblade said:

    Logitech M325 wireless mouse here. Under $20 and works fine with Daz Studio. My new CyberPower PC came with a gaming mouse, but the extra sniper button and directional buttons etc. won't be beneficial in DS.

    Are the buttons reprogrammable? It seems like as long as they register in Windows there should be a way to make them do something in an app like DS. I know there are a few utilities that translate joystick button presses and movements into key strokes. I'll look for the one I used years ago.

    Thanks again to everybody who responded. I ended up getting the Logitech G300s mouse today at Staples. Although the regular Staples price was $40 I was able to get it for $18 with the Stapless 110% price match guarantee.

    So far I am pretty happy with it and there is a productiviy profile as well as gaming profiiles. The buttons can be programed for various functions such as cut & paste and forward & back. The only small thing I noticed is that the scroll wheel clicks are a bit soft..

    I hope it lasts longer than the M100s I had.

    Nice. I hope it serves you well. I gave up and got a cheap M100 this past weekend. It gets the job done, but the scroll wheel feels weird (soft, I guess). I'm just glad to have a normal sized mouse; that tiny one was killing my hand and forearm muscles for some reason.

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