Durable laptop mouse that's good on most surfaces?

Looking for recommendations on a good economical travel mouse.

I actually bought the logitech anywhere MX, but didn't open it after reading the reviews. Dies in a year or 2, double click problems-- yeah no thanks.

Right now considering the Microsoft 3500.

 

Microsoft is a good choice for durability. Had a wireless mouse 5000 that lasted a good 5 years of 8-9 hour/day use and abuse. Not quite as durable as my Logitech MX518 that's still going strong after 7 years, but that's apples and oranges.

 

Buy new microswitches from ebay/amazon: 6 pcs Brand New Omron D2FC-F-7N 20M Micro Switch Microswitch for Mouse Mice items in HelloWiFi store on eBay!

 

He never actually opened or used the mouse in the first place.

 

I'm not yet sure how rugged it is, but I really like this mouse I use with my work computer when not docked at my desk: Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse | Microsoft Hardware

You can find it on Amazon and elsewhere for a lot less than the $50 MSRP, especially since it's the old version. The new version has a capacitive touch scroll strip, which is no bueno for doing real CAD work, so I went with the older model.

My only complaint would be that the receiver is quite large, but it sticks to the mouse with a magnet, and can't go anywhere when the mouse is folded shut (which also turns the batteries off, which is a nice touch).

 

Still not quite sure what the microswitches are responsible for, does it affect the double-clicking? And doesn't that require soldering?

 

made a duplicate post.

 

I have used my anywhere mx for over 3 years now, I have the original one... and I absolutely LOVE it. I bet if you gave the product a chance and didn't get immersed in the reviews, you'd like it. Not to mention I have dropped this thing many times and thought it'd break after the 10th or 15th time. Nope. Still chugs along..

 

Reviews say the newer one isn't the same quality as the older one you have (matte black), they say it uses cheaper materials now I guess.

I got burned by logitech recently with their bluetooth mouse v470 (disconnecting and generally performing bad), so I'm a little weary of them now.

 

Ah, understandable. These manufacturers and "changing of manufacturing processes"... *sigh*...

 

The microswitches are the ones that break down and causes malfunctions

It requires soldering to insall/replace over your old microswitch.

 

thanks for all the opinions, just going with the MS mobile 3500. It's cheap, good reviews, 3 year warranty, bluetrack. Should be enough.

 

^ Hope all goes well! Glad you found a good one for your needs. I have heard great stuff about bluetrack, I have used it on a demo display in a local Best Buy, no I didn't conform to their "superior sales staff"
I liked how even on transparent surfaces, like the base shelf they had on demo.. it almost worked (minus the pad they had). That made me chuckle.

 

Pretty much ALL MICE are equally susceptible to mouse switch failure. They all use the same crappy switches. The quality of Omron switches has been down ever since they moved manufacturing from Japan to China. However, this failure isn't guaranteed. It is just the most common failure type in most mice these days.

 

I have two Anywhere MX mice. One for my work laptop and one for my personal laptop. Both of them are over two years old (used for hours every day) and they still work well. It is a great mouse.

 

Is it worth the extra money for the Logitech Anywhere Mouse MX... opinions? It seems to have good reviews.

 

I use a Logitech Performance MX mouse. Mine is about a year old at this point and it still works perfectly. Not only that but its sensor technology works on most surfaces, including glass. The only surfaces I've had problems with are bright orange fabrics (a couch specifically). It's durably is excellent, considering that I drop my mouse practically everyday, multiple times a day, approximately three feet onto a wooden floor.

Logitech Performance Mouse MX - Newegg.com

 

Afraid of microswitch failure? I need to recommend the A4Tech OP-200Q with optical switches again.

BTW, don't put all the blame on the microswitch itself when it breaks down. The working current of the switch circuit also plays a big role.

Or just a OEM change...

 

I agree. Great mouse. Portable too and very comfortable for a small mouse. Been using them for a couple years at least and holding up well.

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Hi,

I'm also looking for a new wireless mouse to replace my current Logitech LX7, which has been tremendously pleasant to use, but suffers from doubleclicking issues.

The new one should ideally be a similar one, but that's a tall order as they've been discontinued.

I'd like a mouse that's normal-size, durable, smart looking (no garish gamer mice for me, thank you) and with forward/backward buttons. I'm willing to spend around 40€ / $50. Any suggestions?

EDIT: I'm not looking for a travel mouse per se, but one that feels good to use.

 

If your receiver still works, you can buy replacement LX7 mice from eBay for $7-10.

 

Or just open up the mouse and give the switch a bit polish.

 

EDIT: hahah, I googled some instructions and found out that the microswitches can be opened. So I did, rubbed the contacts with some sandpaper, bent the spring a bit and it has worked fine for the last five minutes or so. On a sidenote, apparently any Omron D2F switch would do.

Anyway, I'd still like to hear your suggestions about new ones, just in case.

 

Good to hear that.

Remember you need very fine sanding for the contact to last. If you only use coarse sandpaper if may die again very soon.


LX7's shape is very weird so it's hard to come with an recommendation if want something similar.