1. Logitech MX Master 3 – Best Mouse for Mac
Most conventional two-button mice will work with a Mac without the need for additional software, but more advanced mice that have additional buttons and controls need an application that will allow you to program those additional buttons to work the way you want.
So Logitech takes the top spot in this review of the best mice for Mac, simply because it’s one of the few manufacturers to include a proper Mac version of its Options app for its mice (and keyboards too).
Beware, its range of MX mice is also very well designed, with no less than three versions of the current MX Master 3 now available. All three versions have the same basic design – which unfortunately is reserved for right-handers – so make sure you choose the right model before hitting the buy button.
The mouse has a slightly curved surface that adapts very well to the palm of the hand, as well as a thumb rest for more comfort. It has the usual left/right buttons and a scroll wheel, but the scroll wheel operates in two different modes, with a high-speed mode for zooming in on long documents and web pages, as well as a slower mode that offers greater precision and tactile feedback.
There’s also a second wheel on the side, which lets you scroll horizontally – which is great for photo editing and graphics work – and two more buttons that can be programmed using the Options app. Battery life is also good, at around two months, which is twice that of Apple’s Magic Mouse or Trackpad.
The original version (which we’re reviewing here), launched in 2019 and is simply called the MX Master 3. It costs £119.99, and is still the model we’d recommend for most users, as it includes both Bluetooth and a small USB wireless transmitter which offers greater security and reliability than Bluetooth.
However, Logitech has added two other models since then, including the MX Master 3 for Mac, which is the same price but only has Bluetooth connectivity, and a more Mac-like Space Gray color scheme. And, just recently, Logitech launched the MX Master 3 For Business, which costs around £130 but includes a special ‘Bolt’ USB transmitter which offers extremely powerful security features for business users. Prices vary a lot online, however, it’s worth shopping around before you buy.
