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If you're looking for something cheaper and simpler, we recommend the Logitech M100. It's very inexpensive but doesn't feel flimsy; however, the plastic doesn't feel as high-quality as that used in higher-end Logitech mice. As for controls, there are two primary click buttons and a simple scroll wheel. Unfortunately, it has a stiff rubber cable and tiny mouse feet that don't glide nearly as smoothly as those on the Razer Viper Mini. Unlike the other options on this list, this mouse isn't cut out for gaming in any genre. However, its sensor performance is more than adequate for the everyday browsing and productivity tasks it's designed for.

Besides that, it's fairly small. Its shape is well-suited for using a palm grip if you have small or medium-sized hands. A fingertip grip works great for larger hands, but it may not be very comfortable if you plan on using this mouse for a full 8-hour work shift. When shopping for this mouse, you might also see the very similar-looking Logitech B100, which is the same mouse that comes in different packaging. If you want to purchase a large number of mice and want something even cheaper, check out the AmazonBasics 3-Button USB Wired Mouse. While the build quality is worse than the Logitech, and its sensor doesn't perform as well, its lower price tag can be helpful if you need to buy a ton of mice for an office.

If you're looking for something much cheaper and simpler, check out the Logitech M100. When shopping for this mouse, you may notice a very similar-looking model called the Logitech B100. They're the same mouse; the only difference is that the B100 has different packaging aimed at a business audience. Overall, this mouse is very inexpensive but isn't flimsy. However, the plastic doesn't feel as high-quality as that used on the other Logitech mice on this list. As far as controls go, there are two primary click buttons and a basic scroll wheel.

Unfortunately, it has a stiff rubber cable and tiny mouse feet that don't glide nearly as smoothly as our other recommendations. Besides that, it's fairly small, but its shape is well-suited for using a palm grip if you have small or medium-sized hands. A fingertip grip works great for larger hands, but it may not be very comfortable if you're planning on using this mouse for a full eight-hour work shift.

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If you're looking for a no-nonsense mid-range mouse that feels well-built and is more than capable of handling workloads and even casual gaming, we recommend the Microsoft Pro IntelliMouse. This mouse is a modern update inspired by Microsoft's classic IntelliMouse 3.0 from 1996. Its design emphasizes comfort and features an ergonomic right-handed shape and textured rubber sides for added grip. It's fairly large, which makes it well-suited for medium, large, and even extra-large-sized hands, though it isn't a good fit for small hands using any grip type.

The braided cable is decently flexible, and its feet glide well on mousepads and desks. There are two well-placed side buttons on the left, and while the scroll wheel lacks the tilt inputs and free-scrolling features on the more expensive Razer Basilisk V3, it feels precise and has well-defined steps. Unfortunately, both the scroll wheel and click buttons are loud, especially compared to higher-end work mice, which increasingly feature muted clicks. The sensor on this mouse has also had a serious upgrade over the original, and it provides a respectable performance for casual gaming in most genres. That said, while its click latency is good, it's still higher than most of its click latency most dedicated gaming options, so we don't recommend this mouse for playing FPS or other competitive, fast-paced games.

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