Best small mouse 2022: the best small mice you can buy today

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Round out your computing gear with the best small mouse. Even if you have more than average size hands, you might find one of these smaller mice a better choice. Not only are they more portable and can easily be stowed in your bag when working on the go, but they will also save some desk space too if you’re using a shared workspace or have a cramped desk.

Of course, if you do have smaller hands, you'll find a small mouse a bit more comfortable and less fatiguing. It should be lighter than regular-sized options and will fit your hands better, giving you better support. But, don't just go for the first cheap small mouse you can find. Whether you’re upgrading your PC or putting together a new setup, getting the best small mouse for you is the best way to go. It'll be much more reliable, more accurate, and better performing than any of its lower-quality rivals.

Whether you’re upgrading your PC or putting together a new setup, getting the best small mouse 2022 has to offer is the perfect way to round it out. One of these is particularly great for those with smaller hands since it will be less tiring and more comfortable to use. 

Take a look at our top picks for the best small mice below. One of them should satisfy your needs, no matter if you're looking for the best mice for productivity, a gaming mice that will help demonish your enemies, or a wireless mouse that will keep the clutter to a minimum.

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1. Razer Pro Click Mini

Best small mouse for productivity

Specifications

DPI: up to 12000
Interface: Razer HyperSpeed 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth
Buttons: 7
Ergonomics: Ambidextrous
Dimensions: 100.2 x 62.7 x 34.2 mm

Reasons to buy

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Small yet comfortable to use
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Excellent scroll wheel and buttons

Reasons to avoid

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Not cheap

The impressive Razer Pro Click now has a smaller sibling, which is great news for digital nomads and remote workers. Razer has already proven itself a brand to contend with in productivity tools, and the Razer Pro Click Mini hasn’t fallen far from the tree. As small and compact as it is, it’s an extremely reliable and versatile wireless mouse that is a pleasure and quiet to use. Its tactile buttons and top-of-the-line scroll wheel are incredibly satisfying to use while its form factor, while small and sleek, offers enough grip and support. Meanwhile, there are two wireless connectivity options here that are robust and infallible.

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2. Cooler Master MasterMouse MM520

Great for gaming

Specifications

DPI: up to 12000
Interface: USB
Buttons: 7
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 3.09 x 4.65 x 1.16 in (78.49 x 116.8 x 29.46 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Highly capable sensor
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Good switches
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Decent comfort

Reasons to avoid

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Questionable build quality
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No better than the competition

Claw grip gamers will love this diminutive peripheral, especially if they’ve got smaller hands. The Cooler Master MasterMouse MM520 is very feature-rich for a gaming mouse that’s under $50, and rightly so. With seven programmable buttons, up to 12,000 DPI, four On-the-Fly DPI Adjustment profiles, OMRON switches rated for 20 million clicks and three RGB lighting zones that are fully programmable, you’re definitely more than getting your money’s worth. And, that is why this best small mouse is one of our favorite gaming mice. At that price, however, just don’t expect this mouse to have the most rigid build quality.

Read the full review: Cooler Master MasterMouse MM520

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3. Corsair Harpoon RGB Wireless

Wicked wireless for gaming

Specifications

DPI: 10,000
Interface: Bluetooth, USB
Buttons: 6
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 4.6 x 2.7 x 1.6 in (116 x 68 x 40 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Unbelievably inexpensive
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Perfect ergonomics for palm and claw grippers
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Reliable wireless connection

Reasons to avoid

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Buried charging port
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Right-handers only need apply

Are wireless mice even good for gaming? If there’s low enough latency, then it will definitely work. And, in the Corsair Harpoon RGB Wireless’ case, that’s not the only gaming-friendly feature. Also among the best gaming mice we’ve ever tested, this small mouse delivers top-notch performance at a very accessible price tag. It also comes with 10,000 DPI, as well as many of the bells and whistles you could want, from RGB lighting and six fully programmable buttons to up to 60 hours of battery life. If the wireless thing just isn’t cutting it for you, wired connectivity is also on hand. 

Read the full review: Corsair Harpoon Wireless

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4. Hyper X Pulsefire Haste

Unique and lightweight

Specifications

DPI: up to 16000
Interface : USB
Buttons : 6
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 4.89 x 1.50 x 2.63 in (124.2 x 38.2 x 66.8 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Very lightweight
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Dustproof Switches
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Interesting design

Reasons to avoid

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Not very ergonomic
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RGB leaves something to be desired

The Hyper X Pulsefire Haste’s honeycomb design, which covers almost the entire mouse, is more than an aesthetic choice. The design keeps the weight down all the way to 59g for a featherlight experience that will make you forget you’re using a mouse to interact with your computer. While it’s not the most ergonomic mouse out there and doesn’t come with the most overwhelming RGB customizations, it is a strong performer. And, it may be full of holes to achieve that lightweight, but it comes with dustproof switches to protect the Pulsefire Haste from any wayward debris that might trip up a lesser mouse.

Read the full review: Hyper X Pulsefire Haste

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5. Logitech MX Anywhere 3

A digital creator’s portable tool

Specifications

DPI: 200-4000
Interface: USB receiver, Bluetooth
Buttons: 6
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 14.4 x 8.4 x 6.6 mm

Reasons to buy

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Multi-device connectivity
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App-specific customizations
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Long battery life

Reasons to avoid

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Not the cheapest
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Bottom pads don’t feel as smooth

Whether you're working at cafes or have a small desk, this follow up to Logitech’s MX Anywhere mouse is an excellent pointing-and-clicking companion, especially if you’re a digital creator who values seamlessness. This wireless mouse isn’t just designed to be super portable; it’s also created to make your workflow go a lot smoother with fantastic features like three-device connectivity so you can switch from your laptop to your tablet to your phone with click of a tiny button, app-specific profiles and button customizations, and up to a whopping 70-day use on a full charge. Some might feel that over $50 is pricey of a tiny mouse, and others would probably want to also invest in a proper mouse pad, but it’s worth the added cost. It even comes with three different shades so it can match your aesthetic.

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6. Apple Magic Mouse 2

Best for Mac users

Specifications

DPI: 1300
Interface: Bluetooth, Lightning port, Wireless
Buttons: 0
Ergonomics: Ambidextrous
Dimensions: 4.47 x 2.25 x 0.85 in (113.5 x 57.1 x 21.6 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Good-looking mouse
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Long battery life

Reasons to avoid

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Cannot use while charging
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Can be fatiguing

If you’ve read some of our best Mac reviews, we’re pretty sure you know how we feel about Apple’s Magic Mouse and its follow up, Magic Mouse 2. These svelte peripherals are the best companions to your macOS machine. In fact, they’re the best small mouse for your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. Among its many features are the multi-touch surface so you can swipe and scroll as if you’re using a touchscreen, and the wireless functionality so you won’t be held back by those pesky cables. This successor also tracks easier, moves smoother and pairs more effortlessly with your Mac. And, at under an inch thick, it’ll slip easily wherever you want to put it, including your shirt pocket. 

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7. Logitech M330 Silent Plus

The quietest

Specifications

DPI: 1000
Interface: Wireless, USB
Buttons: 3
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 4.15 x 2.67 x 1.51 in (105.4 x 67.9 x 38.4 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Very quiet
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Good battery life

Reasons to avoid

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Not a lot of features

Prefer working at your favorite coffee shop so you can caffeinate yourself all day? Logitech’s M330 Silent Plus didn’t just make the cut because of its small body at 4.15 inches long and 2.67 inches wide. It made this list because it’s the best small mouse we’ve found that’s near silent, so much so that it got the Quiet Mark certification from the UK Noise Abatement Society. Mind you, it’s not just its left and right buttons that are quiet (while still offering that satisfying tactile feel). It’ll also quietly glide over the surface its on, and that scroll wheel will roll smoothly and silently too. Other features to love include its energy-saving functionality, wireless connection and Logitech’s Advanced Optical Tracking for precise movements. We don't have a full review of the Logitech M330 Silent Plus, but we can absolutely tell that it deserves a spot on this list. 

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8. Logitech Pop Mouse

Silent with a pop of color

Specifications

DPI: Up to 4,000
Interface: Bluetooth, Logi Bolt USB receiver
Buttons: 4
Ergonomics: Ambidextrous
Dimensions: 4.13 x 2.34 x 1.39 in (104.8 x 59.4 x 35.2 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Compact and decently lightweight
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Very quiet and versatile

Reasons to avoid

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Feedback isn’t very satisfying

Logitech is really changing the way peripherals look without compromising on performance, and the new Logitech Pop Mouse is a great example of that. Coming in three colorways, this gorgeous series is among the most attractive mice out there, especially if you’re tired of the whole black or white aesthetic. Of course, this is incredibly compact as well, thin and pocket-sized without sacrificing comfort and support, which makes it a great travel companion if you want to get away from the trackpad. It comes with nice little additions as well, like an emoji shortcut button and two different connectivity options.

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9. Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 1850

The ambidextrous ace

Specifications

DPI: 1000
Interface: USB 1.0 Nano Transceiver
Buttons: 3
Ergonomics: Ambidextrous
Dimensions: 3.95 x 2.29 in (100 x 58.1 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Great battery life
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Comfortable
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Durable

Reasons to avoid

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Wheel not as smooth

This ace for ambidexterity is more than just affordable. It’s actually the cheapest mouse on this list at less than 20 bucks, which means flexibility all around, whatever your budget and scrolling hand is. For that, this is definitely one of the best small mice for everyone. But, there’s more to a mouse than that (or the fact that it’s small and portable): it’s also very comfortable to use, has wireless functionality and offers up to six months of battery usage. Best yet, it comes in different (read: attractive and vibrant) colors, which adds a bit of pizzazz to your boring setup.

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10. Razer Orochi V2

Versatile little devil

Specifications

DPI: Up to 18,000
Interface: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz USB receiver
Buttons: 6
Ergonomics: Right-handed
Dimensions: 4.25 x 2.36 x 1.5 in (108 x 60 x 38 mm)

Reasons to buy

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Compact and lightweight
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Dual connectivity and battery options

Reasons to avoid

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Not cheap

Form and aesthetic aren’t everything, but the Razer Orochi V2 proves that they do matter. That’s especially when combined with excellent performance and versatility. This small gaming mouse has a decently fast 18,000 DPI sensor alongside multiple battery and connectivity options, six programmable buttons, and up to 950 hours of battery life when in Bluetooth mode. And, just because it’s small, that doesn’t mean it’s awkward to use. Its symmetrical design, lowered left and right buttons, raised back, tapered rear, and contoured thumb grip make it an incredibly comfortable mouse. Tired of the same black or white exterior? You can even customize the design. 

Read our Razer Orochi V2 review

Michelle Rae Uy
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Michelle Rae Uy is the former Computing Reviews and Buying Guides Editor at TechRadar. She's a Los Angeles-based tech, travel and lifestyle writer covering a wide range of topics, from computing to the latest in green commutes to the best hiking trails. She's an ambivert who enjoys communing with nature and traveling for months at a time just as much as watching movies and playing sim games at home. That also means that she has a lot more avenues to explore in terms of understanding how tech can improve the different aspects of our lives.