Mouse recommendation that will make my hand happy?

[ChThoniC]

My job requires a decent amount of mousing. I use keyboard shortcuts when I can, but a lot of mousing can't be avoided. Right now I'm using one of those "Apple magic mouse" things that my work supplied, but it's absolutely killer on my budding RSI.

My work will replace the mouse with a better/more ergonomic one. So I need a recommendation.

So something somewhat ergonomic, or at least not killer.
Not having acceleration would be good also.

What's your favorite mouse that fits these qualities?

[shrap]

Try out a trackball?

Mouse both left and right?

[ChThoniC]

I do switch mouse handedness, but I very much dislike my current mouse anyway. I'd prefer one with two physical buttons and the smooth sexiness of the Logitech G5 I have at home

[left_coaster]

I've got RSI in my right hand from using a crappy mouse and I'm still working on getting rid of it. I'd personally recommend you go to a physio therapist who specializes in hands. I did and was surprised that I'd developed tendonitis in my right thumb from using a thumb trackball that I thought was going to help my wrist problem. They will be able to work with you and find out just where the problem is and then get you onto the road to recovery.

In the meantime I'm using a mouse with my left hand till the tendonitis heals. I also setup my desk so that my forearms are fully supported by the desk surface as well. The apple mouse is very low profile so you should be able to do this with out a wrist rest. Also watch how you are using the mouse as well. you should avoid moving the the mouse with just your wrist, keep the wrist straight and move your forearm with it.

Hope this helps you out a bit and certainly go see a Therapist to help you get onto the road to recovery.

[Quarzac]

Maybe try one of those vertical mice?

[flyball]

I do switch mouse handedness, but I very much dislike my current mouse anyway. I'd prefer one with two physical buttons and the smooth sexiness of the Logitech G5 I have at home

g500? g400? g300?

[iindigo]

g500? g400? g300?

G500 will be the closest match, easily. Similar weight/heft even.

G400 is shaped differently and is regarded at a cheaped-out version of the old classic MX518.

Not sure about the G300, haven't heard much about it.

[Quarzac]

G500 will be the closest match, easily. Similar weight/heft even.

G400 is shaped differently and is regarded at a cheaped-out version of the old classic MX518.

Not sure about the G300, haven't heard much about it.

For what it's worth, I have the G500 and it is an absolutely fantastic mouse.

[kidchunks]

CST L-Trac on the left hand and g500 on the right does wonders. :bounce:

[pyro]

I don't have RSI, but I'd think flat maximum precision mice (= less hand movement, unbent wrist) could improve your situation. It took me a day to get used to maximum speed on my G9. I also mapped the mousebuttons onto my keyboard, to relieve stress from my right hand fingers a bit, but it turned out to be pretty convenient anyway.

[Internetlad]

I love the feel, size and workings of logitechs high end offerings, but the damn cords keep going for me. I had 3 logi G products that had the cord fray right where it comes out of the mouse. They don't have those little rubber bendy things on the end, combine that with the nylon braid that catches on everything and I had issues.

Too bad, I loved those mice.

EDIT: IIRC the G500 had a *****in free scroll wheel. hit the free spinning release. Click, spin, click and you're where you need to be on any document/webpage.

[nKCrooK]

Saitek RAT 7 is the most comfortable mouse I have ever owned due to it's customization. It took quite a short amount of time to get used to. I would recommend this mouse. The only downside so far has been their support. A mouse failed (less than ayear old) and I am still in the process of dealing with their Support people to try and get an RMA. Absolute annoyance - bought a new one in the meantime.

Roccat Kone was a very nice feeling mouse though it took me a little while to get used to. I found the mouse very light and smooth.

G500 would be my third. I used to be a very avid Logitech user, but after going back to one from the RAT 7 I can't much stand it. It feels bulky and fat and just not comfortable no matter what. I hate the scroll wheel on the G500 as it "glides" somewhat even when in hard click mode. This issue exists on 2 seperate G500s I have owned but maybe I just have bad luck. Logitech makes a scroll app that relieves this.

The MX Revolution (not sure if Logitech still makes this) was actually quite a nice mouse to use for non-gaming tasks. Again, using this after the RAT 7 it feels awkward to me but much less so than a G500.

My favourite part about Logitech is their customer support. Over the years I have probably RMA'd over 20 devices through them and their staff is always super fast, friendly, and willing to workout a replacement with as little hassle as possible. Out of all RMAs I have only ever once had to return a defective product - all other times it was a straight replacement. The RMA process is usually completed in around a week for me (1 week from ticket I have the new mouse in hand) If you are to purchase a mouse with your own funds and plan to keep it for a while this is a HUGE plus in my books.

Be sure as to find out what surface works best with the laser in the mouse you will be purchasing.

I primarily use my computer for gaming and digital editing.

[N8N]

I'm using the RAT7 right now, I love it more than any other mouse for the pinky shelf.  awesome!

That said it is quite disappointing that the thumb wheel doesn't do side scroll out of the box, and I can't figure out how to make it do so at all in Linux.  I haven't installed the Windows software as the only Windows box that I have is at work.

[TheProfosist]

G700 because it has almost the same ergonomics as the MX Revolution. The Performance MX is similar but is uncomfortable for me ion the thumb area. There is also the MX1100 but its almost as dated as the MX Revolution. If you need one that is somewhat ergonomic but can be used with both hands look at the Xai and Sensei.

[cliftonmthomas]

Perhaps the SteelSeries Sensei would fill your needs?

[bad_alloc]

If you do have to decide between the MX Revolution and the MX Performance, I'd recommend the latter. It uses standard rechargable Battery and you can use it while recharging. The Revolution needs to be put into it's charging holder, disabling it for +2 hours. The only thing the Revolution does better IMHO is the better arrangement of thumb keys and the adaptive freerun of the mouse wheel (Windows only).

[AgentZen]

Wow that is too bad. I've used Logitech mice but never owned one. I've wanted a G9X for the longest time but decided on a SteelSeries Sensei instead. I still really want a logitech mouse, but cheap wires would blow the deal for me. This Sensei has such an awesome wire, hopefully wont have any problems.

[TheProfosist]

Wow that is too bad. I've used Logitech mice but never owned one. I've wanted a G9X for the longest time but decided on a SteelSeries Sensei instead. I still really want a logitech mouse, but cheap wires would blow the deal for me. This Sensei has such an awesome wire, hopefully wont have any problems.

Its just a braided cable... The G9 has one also...

[hazeluff]

In the past I've used the Logitech G5, Razer DeathAdder and Razer Imperater. Honestly I loved the DeathAdder. It had a great shape where you basically lay your hands over it.

I dunno, I like the two razer mouses I have since they are large and fit nicely in your palm.

I'm such a gamer...

[andrewjoy]

In the past I've used the Logitech G5, Razer DeathAdder and Razer Imperater. Honestly I loved the DeathAdder. It had a great shape where you basically lay your hands over it.

I dunno, I like the two razer mouses I have since they are large and fit nicely in your palm.

I'm such a gamer...

I love rarer products but i have to say that the death adder is not as easy on the hand as a diamondback or copperhead the flat design allows your hand to rest as if there was nothing under it and you can press the button with your whole finger whist its still flat

the death adder  is way ahead of the older razer products in quality and function but in terms of ergonomics they have gone backwards a little