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The best mouse in Australia isn’t the one with the flashiest design, lightest weight or the most buttons. It’s not the most expensive or the one with the longest-lasting battery either.
In fact, after years of testing multiple models, I can assure you there isn’t any one ‘best’ mouse – the ideal options depend on how you'll use it.
I’m a big PC gamer, so I look to light weights, a responsive click and a sleek yet comfy design, but I also love a little RGB lighting or additional buttons.
You may be interested in something totally different – an ergonomic mouse for your wrist, a work-focused mouse for day-to-day use, or maybe something you can program to fit your own needs.
To help out, I’ve found the best mice in Australia and collected them here. When deciding on what's best, I weighed features like polling rates, wired or wireless, DPI and more to match each mouse to your use case.
It's also important to consider how much you're looking to spend – but don't worry, I've included everything from budget options through to premium mice.
You can also click through to read each full review, written by TechRadar’s PC peripheral and computing experts.
Ben Mansill is the editor of APC and Australian T3 at Future Publishing. A consumer technology editor and writer, he has three decades of senior editorial experience. Ben was the founding editor of PC PowerPlay and Atomic, and later spent five years as editor of PC Authority.
The best mouse overall
Logitech has once again updated its MX Master series, with the MX Master 3S succeeding the popular MX Master 3. So, not only is it great for the line, but it keeps getting better.
Of course, the 3S doesn't take that lofty standing for granted, boasting the same versatility as its predecessors including those seven customisable buttons and three connectivity options. The battery life is also as long as ever, offering up to 70 days of charge, which is a boon to pros who loathe charging.
But, there are improvements here as well. During testing, we found it to be much quieter – 90% quieter, says Logitech. It also now comes with an 8000 DPI track anywhere sensor that lets it perform beautifully even on glass surfaces. We found this sensor to be more responsive and more accurate as well.
Read the full Logitech MX Master 3S review
The best vertical mouse
The Logitech Lift Ergonomic Vertical Mouse might just alleviate any wrist or arm discomfort you suffer as a result of regular mouse use. Whereas other mice are not exactly the best at keeping your mouse arm in its most optimal position, this vertical mouse from Logitech keeps it in its natural handshake position which in turn helps to prevent repetitive strain injury. And in terms of ergonomics, there might be no better option out there.
Even if you're not suffering from chronic pain from mouse usage, it's a great idea to start using an ergonomic mouse like this one especially if you do spend a lot of time on the computer.
As an ergonomic option, this mouse offers solid value worth considering especially if you struggle with the repetitive strains from regular computer use (not to mention being perfect for small hands). But while its greatest asset might be what it offers from an ergonomic standpoint, what it offers in terms of responsiveness and overall performance isn't lacking for quality either.
Read our full Logitech Lift Ergonomic Vertical Mouse review
The best mouse for gaming
The Razer Cobra Pro has taken the best mouse spot on our list from its older sibling, the DeathAdder V3 Pro, with a versatile right-handed symmetrical design, up to 30K optical sensor and great RGB lighting.
This incredibly lightweight gaming mouse is just as impressive in responsiveness and in battery life as it is in ergonomics, keeping up with the fast-paced games we tested it on and delivering satisfying clicks thanks to its upgraded optical switches.
In respect to its ergonomics, we found that it's as light as a feather and just as supportive as the best ergonomic mice. Razer has paid painstaking attention to detail when it comes to its form, with all the bumps, curves, dips, and button placements strategically positioned to give you the most supportive gaming experience, regardless of if you have a claw grip or a palm one.
Finally, there's that battery life of 100 hours, which allowed us a week of use for about 8 or more hours a day without needing to charge. It's a little on the pricier side, but it's well worth the money.
Just be aware that it's not a particularly cheap gaming mouse, though we see it for sale now and again. It's also reliant on Razer's Synapse software, which is still a bit unwieldy for lighting controls.
Read our full Razer Cobra Pro review
The best budget mouse
Microsoft has updated its Mobile Mouse and granted it a nice modern refresh (hence the name). And this mouse certainly has a look to fit the bill, featuring a rounded rectangular exterior with a lower, thinner profile, lighter weight and ambidextrous frame.
This one also features Microsoft’s BlueTrack technology (making mouse pads entirely optional), as well as Bluetooth connectivity with up to 10 metres in range. Are you likely to need 10 metres of range? No, but you'll find it here nonetheless!
The Modern Mouse also packs in effortless glide and accurate, responsive performance. Its buttons might be a little too loud for some, but are also extremely satisfying to press, so it's entirely up to personal preference what is and isn't a deal breaker for you.
Read our full Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse review
The best premium mouse
If you have premium tastes and want to go straight to the top of the food chain (and price range), the Razer Pro Click is one of our favourites out of all the mice that we've tested. If macros are your life – whether you use video editors a lot or heavily rely on graphics design – this is the mouse of your dreams, with 8 fully programmable buttons at your disposal.
Razer also gives it a whopping 16,000 DPI for the smoothest and fastest experience, and slaps on the multi-host connectivity because it knows that you’re a multi-tasking machine who uses several devices at once. Of course, this is also present with the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed above it on this list and that mouse comes with a less cumbersome price tag, but you won't find much or anything to regret about the Razer Pro Click regardless.
Read the full Razer Pro Click review
The best portable mouse
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. That's especially if you’re a digital creator who values seamlessness and an ability to get up and go in a pinch.
This wireless mouse isn’t just designed to be super portable – it's also been created to make your workflow go a lot smoother with fantastic features like three-device connectivity, app-specific profiles and button customisations, and up to 70 days use on a full charge.
Some might feel there's better for less or a similar price, and maybe they're right, but after testing it ourselves we feel like there's still plenty of value to be found with the Logitech MX Anywhere 3.
Read the full Logitech MX Anywhere 3 review
How to choose the best mouse for you
Choosing the best mouse for you depends entirely on your needs. If you spend a lot of time at your computer, you might want to consider a mouse offering ergonomic support. The design of these mice can help to alleviate and prevent pain in your hand, wrist, or shoulder, and assist overall posture.
And if you aren't a big fan of being surrounded by unnecessary cords and wires, you will want to consider a wireless bluetooth mouse. When considering wireless mice, factors like connectivity and battery life come into play and are worth consideration before buying.
And if you're primarily a laptop user who is constantly on the go, a mouse that is portable and offers seamless connectivity (often also featuring multi-connections) might be perfect for you.
However, when it comes to PC gaming, you want a mouse that can function as essentially an extension of your hand and arm rather than as a separate entity. You want your mouse to move and click in pace with you without suffering from any lag time, while many of the best also pack in options for the inclusion of multiple buttons with a variety of possible actions packed in.
How we test the best mice
TechRadar's international team of experts spends thousands of hours testing the best mice on the market, from gaming heavy-hitters like the DeathAdder to niche productivity pointers like the Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic mouse.
We put these mice through thorough reviews to evaluate how they'd perform at certain tasks and who they best suit. Ultimately, we make a judgement on if they're worth purchasing and what kind of value they represent.
Should I get a wireless or wired mouse?
Your choice between a wired or wireless mouse (either over Bluetooth or a dongle) comes down entirely to your own preference.
A wired mouse must always be plugged in, meaning that you'll never have to recharge it – a significant benefit that is usually joined by a lower price, at the cost of needing to manage an often unwieldy cable out of the front of the device.
A wireless mouse is often a bit more versatile, and can be used without being plugged in (except for the dongle on some models). The lack of a cable makes the mouse often easier to glide across a mousepad, though you'll need to keep the device charged, either with removeable batteries or an integrated rechargeable cell.
What is the best mouse in Australia?
There isn't any one best mouse in Australia, but there are models that rise above the pack. The Logitech MX Master 3S is TechRadar's favourite mouse at the time of writing, but if you're after a suitable gaming pointer, we recommend the Razer Cobra Pro. We also recommend the Logitech MX Anywhere 3 as a portable pointer, but ultimately you should weigh your options when comparing mice.
Keep weight and size in mind, along with the amount of buttons, lighting, design and ultimately the price. The best mouse for you might not have the most buttons or the most RGB lights, but is likely a sensible mix of things you like in a pointer.
