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Working from home can be a struggle without the right equipment, so we’ve lined up a selection of top mice from brands like Razer, Logitech, and Apple.

By Joseph Green

We’ve said it before and we’ll probably say it again: equipment makes all the difference when it comes to working from home. 

Attempting to work efficiently from home is almost impossible without the right equipment, but surround yourself with impressive devices and you’ll be fine. Consider investing in printers, monitors, and keyboards, because this sort of thing really does make a difference. 

Another product that you should think carefully about is a mouse. It’s something that is often taken for granted, but can have a big impact. A high-quality computer mouse can help to prevent fatigue, improve your gaming performance, and simply make everything a whole lot more comfortable. There is a lot of power in those little mice.

Nowadays, computer mice come with everything from customisable buttons to built-in LEDs. There are absolutely loads of devices on the market from some of the biggest names in technology, including Razer, Logitech, and Apple. It’s all well and good deciding that you’re going to purchase a mouse, but how do you go about picking the right model for you?

You could spend hours doing detailed research on everything on offer, but that’s going to take a lot of dedication. Alternatively, you could let someone else do all of the hard work for you, and check out this roundup of the best mice for working from home. We have tracked down a selection of impressive devices that should suit everyone. You just need to pick a favourite.

These are the best mice in 2020.


Dedicated buttons for gaming • Drag-free cord • Light beam-based actuation • RGB lighting

Pricey • Software problems

One of the best gaming mice on the market doubles as an effective device for work.

Razer DeathAdder V2

An impressive mouse offering ergonomics combined with next-generation sensor and switches.

The Razer DeathAdder V2 mouse is primarily designed for gaming, but that doesn’t mean it can’t double up as a device for work.
It’s packed full of advanced gaming features, including a Focus+ 20K DPI optical sensor, fast mechanical switch, customisable Chroma RGB lighting, eight programmable buttons, and drag-free cord. We’re not sure that all of these things will be useful for your daily workload, but they aren’t going to make it any more difficult.
What is useful is the ergonomic shape that provides maximum comfort for long sessions. This might be a pricey model, but it’s one of the best on offer.

Durable materials • Prism lighting • On-board memory • Customisable lighting effects

Might be a little slippery for some • No grip

A solid mouse that offers solid long-term performance.

SteelSeries Rival 3

This gaming mouse is engineered with high-grade polymer for serious durability.

We know this is a list of the best mice for working from home, but why shouldn’t a gaming mouse work both ways?
The SteelSeries Rival 3 mouse is engineered with high-grade polymer for extra durability, and comes with 60 million click mechanical switches that are guaranteed to feel crisp from the first click to the last. It’s also ergonomically designed to provide comfort for long working and gaming sessions.
There are also some features that are just for fun, like the customisable lighting effects. The redesigned RGB system provides the brightest dynamic lighting on any SteelSeries mouse, which isn’t going to make working any easier, but it’s cool.

Multi-device pairing • Up to 40 days of power on a single charge • Smart speed-adaptive scroll wheel • Thumb wheel and customisation • Wireless

Fairly expensive • Could be more durable

One of the best wireless mice for working from home thanks to long battery life and multi-device pairing.

Logitech MX Master

This mouse can pair with three different devices and switch between them with the touch of a button.

The Logitech MX Master mouse can pair with up to three different PCs or laptops and lets you easily switch between them with the touch of a button. This is particularly useful if you need mutiple devices to get your work done.
The adaptive scroll wheel of this ergonomic mouse lets you switch seamlessly from click-to-click to hyper-fast scrolling, so you can navigate through long documents and web pages with ease. The Logitech Darkfield Tracking also means that you to use this mouse on virtually any surface.
This mouse also features a distinctive thumb wheel that offers side-to-side scrolling, and up to 40 days of power on a single full charge. You can even get a full day of usage after only four minutes charge time. 

Rechargeable • Stylish • Lightweight • Multi-touch surface

Expensive • Not the most durable

Probably the best mouse if you’re totally obsessed with all things Apple.

Apple Magic Mouse 2

The Magic Mouse 2 pairs automatically with your Mac, so it’s ready to go right away.

We know that there are some serious Apple fans out there, and if you want to stay loyal to the brand, the Apple Magic Mouse 2 may be your best option.
It’s compatible with your MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, iMac Pro, Mac Pro, and Mac mini, and is packed full of clever features to help you work more efficiently.
It’s completely rechargeable, and has fewer moving parts thanks to its built-in battery and continuous bottom shell. It also has an optimised foot design, helping the Magic Mouse 2 track more easily and move with less resistance across your desk, and the multi-touch surface allows you to perform simple gestures such as swiping between web pages and scrolling through documents with ease.

Two customisable thumb buttons and a middle click • Ergonomic design • Customisable tracking • Firm scroll wheel

A solid work and gaming-ready mouse offering fast speeds, responsiveness, and precision.

Microsoft Intellimouse Pro

A mouse that lets you quickly complete demanding tasks with two customisable thumb buttons and a middle click.

The Microsoft Intellimouse Pro mouse is ready for work and play, and lets you efficiently complete demanding tasks with two customisable thumb buttons and a middle click.
It has an ergonomic design for decreasing tension, plus an upgraded braided cable for tangle-free performance and side key texture for improved tactility. It also offers an improved skirt abrasion performance for a low-friction response.
The original red tail light is also now customisable, which is a nice touch. It’s not going to help you power through spreadsheets, but personalisation is always a good thing.

Cheap • Ergonomic design • Comfortable

A little ugly • Wheel is a bit stiff

Not the best looking mouse on this list, but could be all you need to beat tension and fatigue.

Anker Vertical

A different design that provides comfort and a break from tension.

This mouse might look a little strange, but you really should give the Anker Vertical mouse a chance.
For a start, it’s the cheapest product on this list. It’s also full of helpful features for working from home, including ergonomic design, easy to reach buttons, and decent build quality.
It’s probably going to take a while for this mouse to feel normal, but you’ll soon be converted. It’s a great product for relieving wrist discomfort, so you should consider this model if you’re struggling. The design lets you work for longer without tension building up.

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