In a lookut for The Best Bluetooth Laptop Mouse

Hi Girls and Guys!

The task was simple: to find the best Bluetooth Laptop Mouse for me.

The results are rether poor, depending on definition of "The Best Laptop Bluetooth Mouse".

In my opinion specs of that mouse should MENDATORY include:

1. recharging via USB (the cord should be included in the package, or hidden in the 'guts' of a mouse)
2. working while recharging (I cannot get a pause while working just because I have to recharge a mouse, right?)
3. connection without a dongle (It should connect to my PC's Bluetooth card, without a USB slot being taken by - even smallest one - connector. Of course when I recharge, I use this slot, but then... it's a necessity)
4. Laser sensor (better than optical, right?)
5. Mid-High DPI (It should be a mid-proffessional or a proffesional device. I mean 1000 dpi is too little, but 4000 dpi is not a necessity. If it's 4000 dpi, than fine for me, but I can live with little less than this value ).

The ONLY one, which satisfy those conditions is - as far as I know - Radtech BT600 Laser Mouse. But it's very very poorly constructed (lowlowlow quality of materials, and... after 2 months of usage it has stopped working fine - i had to send it to service).

If You have some other findings - please submit.

I'm starting this thread, because technical specs of mices are in most cases not so specific, to KNOW for sure if the device meets those conditions. I mean that not necessarily the manufactures provide us the full knowledge about their devices - sometimes they point out one feature, and "hide" the lack of another... you know what I mean .

So ONLY the user can verify the truth (HOORAY FOR USER!!! )

 

1. I don't know of any Bluetooth mouse that does this; the only ones I can think of are regular USB wireless. The Razer Orochi does have a detachable USB cable that you can plug in if the mouse runs out of battery, but it does not charge the battery.

2. Kind of a moot point, as it doesn't actually charge, but the Orochi does work while plugged in, whether the mouse itself is on or off.

3. Bluetooth is Bluetooth. Any BT mouse will connect without a dongle if you have internal Bluetooth.

4. Not entirely true. In fact, I generally prefer optical sensors over lasers in gaming mice because of their tendency to have higher perfect control speeds and more reliable tracking on a broader variety of surfaces. That said, I'm pretty sure just about every BT mouse I've seen is laser-based, and tbh it doesn't really make a difference with this kind of mouse.

5. Not sure what DPI has to do with being "professional", but the Orochi sounds right up your alley in this regard. It's capable of 2,000 DPI in Bluetooth mode, or 4,000 when plugged in.

tl;dr - check out the Razer Orochi. It's quite comfortable for its compact size, has 7 buttons, runs on two regular AA batteries that last a few months with daily use and can be plugged in via USB. MSRP is $80, which is a little expensive, but you do get what you pay for. Also includes a little zipper pouch to store the mouse and cable when traveling.

 

1. The only one rechargeable BT mouse i have found is Radtech Bt600. And that's the sad news. I was hoping, that sombody will know ANY other rechargeable BT mouse.... I still hope actually
2. If the orochi can operate via USB, is it possible to pull out batteries from it and recharge them? I mean - can Orochi work in wired mode WITHOUT batteries inside?
3. You see - that is something I was SUSPECTING, but thanks a lot for claryfying.
4. So - as far as I understand - You DON'T know any Optical BT Mouse? Maybe there is someone, who does? I'm curious, because I excluded optical mices from my journey. And - after what You've written - I can reconsider this.

So anyone? Optical rechargeable via usb BT Mouse?

5. By "Professional" I meant above 1000DPI - I'm a graphic designer and precision should be present in my profession

I know Razer Orochi Mouse. I know Roccat Pyra Wireless, Razer Mamba, Logitech Precision MX, and few others from the "top-shelf" too. But NONE of those which i've stubled upon, meets ALL of my conditions. Only the Radtech BT600. ..... BUT this Radtech I have found by a chance (marketing is not a strong side of RadTech), and that's why I hope that somewhere out there waits for me another surprise like this one. Some great mouse with not so great marketing behind it.

And concluding - frankly, Orochi is my Queen number 2 (that's why I'm happy You've mentioned it without any hint from me). I only want to "challange the net" and users of this great forum, to find a Queen number 1, before I capitulate

 

I'm sure you have a perfectly good reason but I was just wondering why you've decided on Bluetooth. Is your mind already set on this type of technology? The only reason I ask is because you would have many more options going the 2.4 wireless route. One of the main reasons why these Bluetooth mice are not rechargeable is because their batteries last so long. Ones such as the Logitech V470 will last months on two AA batteries. Just make sure you carry a extra pair of batteries and you will never need to worry about recharging.

 

I'm into Bluetooth because I want my USB slot empty. And - as far as I know - 2.4 wireless mices ALWAYS connect with a comp by a USB dongle... Am I right? If not - please show me a wireless mouse WITHOUT a dongle and I will LOVE it.

About long lasting BT mouse batteries - Is it Your "user experience", or theoretical knowledge? Don't feel offended, by this question - I just want to verify manufacturers' specifications, because there's often a LOT of exaggeration in those.

 

My Orochi's battery lasted about six months back when I was in school and using it for an hour or two most weekdays.

 

My wife bought a Logitech V470 last year and it is still on the same batteries it came with. She doesn't use it everyday but I would say she uses it about 5 times a week for a couple hours a time. She is also good with turning the switch off when transporting it.

But yes, in general, Bluetooth mice should last a pretty long time. If you want to make them last even longer then buy some high end lithium Energizers.

By the way, I have seen some 2.4 wireless receivers that have a USB plug built into them. This way, you don't lose a USB jack.

 

I sprung for the V470 about 3 months ago. I'm really happy with it. Battery usage hasn't been a problem.

DragonRider