RedViking
Nord of the South
I have been using budget mice for a long time and finally decided to invest in what is considered one of the best options available. I am not sure whether the issues I encountered are specific to this model or shared with previous versions, as reviews seem mixed. I chose this mouse because it was recommended on CAD forums for our software. It is possible mine was defective.
For context: I do have fairly large hands, so size is not the issue. I am accustomed to a smaller mouse and a claw grip, but I believe I could adjust if the mouse were comfortable enough.
I am sending it back to Takealot and really hoping for a refund.
Pros:
Cons:
Would you guys say the MX3 and MX2 could be a better experience?
For context: I do have fairly large hands, so size is not the issue. I am accustomed to a smaller mouse and a claw grip, but I believe I could adjust if the mouse were comfortable enough.
I am sending it back to Takealot and really hoping for a refund.
Pros:
- Many programmable buttons. Having so many assignable buttons is genuinely useful, and I mapped them to various tools in my software. That said, see the Cons section.
- Logitech Options+ worked well on my PC, and the Action Rings performed well too. I think it is a reasonable alternative to Kando. Some users dislike needing Options+ to access most of the mouse's features, which is a fair criticism.
- Rechargeable. No complaints here. A must have.
- Haptic feedback with Windows Haptic Support. This is neither a clear pro nor a con for me personally. I found it distracting and switched it off, but it may appeal to users who like tactile feedback when changing screens or hovering over UI elements (Windows support this). With Smart Actions it could have some practical use, but it is not something I need from a mouse at this stage.
- Scroll wheel (free-spin mode). When navigating large documents, the free-spin mode is genuinely useful. You can spin it freely and it covers a lot of ground quickly. (@Binary_Bark, you will enjoy spinning this one. Zzzzzzzzwwwwwweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee)
- Build Quality and materials feels solid, cons asside.
Cons:
- Button actuation force and placement. The buttons require noticeably more force than expected. The middle mouse button is the worst offender, which is a significant problem in CAD software where it is used constantly. I am not sure whether mine is defective. There is also a rattle to the button, which is not a serious issue but is noticeable. You can reassign middle-click to the mode shift button, but that button sits further down the mouse and requires repositioning your hand, which defeats the purpose. It is also loud. You cannot assign a true middle button hold (press, wait, release) to the Action Ring button. On Windows, you can work around this using AutoHotkey to simulate a keystroke and then assign that keystroke to the Action Ring button. I actually like that solution, but the Action Ring button itself is not easy to press. The cumulative result of all of this is hand fatigue and, in my case, cramps and pain.
- Scroll wheel feel. There is a plastic component near the scroll wheel that is uncomfortable during use. The wheel also appears to slip when scrolling quickly.
- Side button placement. The three side buttons require you to shift your hand position to reach them. This doesn't make sense.
- Weight. The mouse is heavier than expected. Some additional weight is acceptable, but this feels excessive rather than purposeful.
- Scroll wheel sensitivity. Because of the free-spin mechanism, the wheel remains quite sensitive even after adjusting settings in the software. You cannot fully stop the spinning, which means when zooming in CAD, the wheel often overshoots and drifts back slightly before settling. The wheel was also glitching noticeably in my use. Additionally, the edge below the wheel is sharp and can catch your finger if your hand drifts back too far.
Would you guys say the MX3 and MX2 could be a better experience?
