Durable mouse suggestion for regular use with irregular gaming

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t3chg33k

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Was wondering if someone can suggest an option based on their experience. I stopped using Logitech mice a few years ago after facing the exact double-clicking issue on 3 consecutive mice, after each one completed just over a year and went out of warranty. I even soldered a new switch on one of them, but it was time-consuming.

I tried a couple of Asus ones with replaceable switches, but that had a different issue with the scroll wheel going bad within months on both.

Then I switched to Razer Deathadder v2 Pro for its optical switch and while that lasted a couple of years, more than any recent Logitech mice, it is now suffering from a problematic left button, scrolling issues along with random skipping (probably a sensor issue).

Seems an issue across brands. I mostly use the mouse for work and spend a few hours gaming on weekends, so don't even need anything higher than 5-6k DPI. It is irritating to come across these failures with limited use and would like suggestions that can be picked up for discount during the current sale.
 
all mice are bound to fail, it's inevitable. you need to change the switch or the encoder eventually. even if there's a suggestion of a durable mouse, the manufacturer might have changed the quality since to an inferior one.

been using a razer wireless for a year, and i'm sure the encoder's gonna fail first (since that was the issue with the last one) which would require a replacement for the part.

there's a service run here for mouse parts replacement. the aftermarket parts are of much better quality and it'll last you more than the manufacturer provided ones.
 
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The battery life on the Deathadder v2 Pro is also not good now, so doesn’t seem worthwhile to rescue it considering the multitude of other issues.

Seems only Zowie, Vaxee and Endgame Gear are recommended for durability, so might pick one from these.
 
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Agree with you on that. For the past 5 years, Logitech has been the last option (I use 6 desktops at 6 different locations). And when I do get mice, I get ones which take AA or AAA cells, and I check the availability of switches too, just in case.

My investment in mice has gone down drastically owing to this practice.

Currently on 2 Razer Basilisk V3s, Two Kensington Orbits, One LiveTech Ergo, and one local brand. All around 2 years old, with the Kensington and Livetech starting to develop click issues.
 
G502 the goat
I bought one refurbished from Amazon in 2020
Lasted really well
Retired it in 2025
Cuz the rubber was eaten up by cockroaches

Now Got another new g502
Sheeshhhh

However newer model came with rubber wire
Older one had braided wire
So I swapped their cables
And now it's back in service
 
I bought an MFTEK mouse(mainly because of LED aesthetics) back in college in 2018 using an amazon cash voucher I had won. I've played a lot of first person shooter games over the years with over 2k hours in CS. The mouse got double click issue twice during the period which I fixed by pounding it with my fist both the times :tearsofjoy: still working but I have shifted over to razer now a month ago.
 
soulweaver said:
Logitech is something I have now been avoiding. Razer is definitely better. And now there's our own @HonestLiar who can help get your mouse back in order.
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Have disassembled over 100 mice and I can say Logitech is the best by a long way in almost all departments. Once new quality switches are installed in Logitech mice they are all together on a different level. I would say don't judge Logitech based on the click related issues that have been very common with them.
 
I use both Logitech G304 and Razer Orochi v2. When my Logitech G304 developed double click issues, I ordered TTC Gold Dustproof switches, disassembled the mouse and took out the daughter board and asked a local mobile repair shop to solder it in for Rs 200. No issues after that. Will do the same when my Razer Orochi v2 starts giving this issue too.
 
I had the exact same issues with Logitech and Razer that you did! Now using a Kreo Chimera. 'Made in India' rebranded Chinese maal but perfectly serviceable so far. The first unit I received was defective but Amazon replaced it and the replacement has been working fine for almost a year now.

Though if you need a mouse more for regular work than gaming, I highly suggest using any Logitech office mouse. They are super reliable and not plagued by the issues that their 'superior' gaming-focused lineup is. I've been using the Logitech M331 at work for almost two years now. Don't think I've even replaced the battery once so far.
 
G304 with custom switches/encoder. I mentioned in another thread but EscKey folks offer customisation services as well a good selection of switches/encoders.
 
I have used the @HonestLiar service in the past, sent him one Logitech g502 and a g304, got new encoders and new switches installed and he did an awesome job, he opened the mouse so clean that i dint even realize that it has been disassemble for switch replacement or not.
 
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Not sure whats the average lifetime for a mouse is good to you, my HyperX haste is going strong for last 3 years without any issues. I've used exclusively Logitech wired G403 & many others before but they are all bit heavy, haste was only 59g and is very good so far.
 
Deathadder v3 wired is the best performing gaming mice in under 4k in india. If you are okay with wire. More reliable than wirless.
 
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all mice are bound to fail, it's inevitable. you need to change the switch or the encoder eventually. even if there's a suggestion of a durable mouse, the manufacturer might have changed the quality since to an inferior one.

been using a razer wireless for a year, and i'm sure the encoder's gonna fail first (since that was the issue with the last one) which would require a replacement for the part.

there's a service run here for mouse parts replacement. the aftermarket parts are of much better quality and it'll last you more than the manufacturer provided ones.
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You do not need to change encoder if they are optical encoders. But physical rotary encoders are bound to fail. Sadly now a days almost all brands are using rotary encoders that sucks.
 
horizonrays said:
You do not need to change encoder if they are optical encoders. But physical rotary encoders are bound to fail. Sadly now a days almost all brands are using rotary encoders that sucks.
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recently i disassembled the logitech B100 optical mouse which costs just 400rs and i was amazed to find an optical scroll encoder in it, which i think makes it the best budget mouse.
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That's not exactly the case.
Yes it suits big hand but also usable for people with normal size hands, but I understand it's personal preferences
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deathadder v3 is good i have used it myself i loved the shape but still it kinda feel too big to me and i have 19cms hands.
 
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Disciple29 said:
recently i disassembled the logitech B100 optical mouse which costs just 400rs and i was amazed to find an optical scroll encoder in it, which i think makes it the best budget mouse.

deathadder v3 is good i have used it myself i loved the shape but still it kinda feel too big to me and i have 19cms hands.
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He is right b100 uses an optical scroll wheel.
 
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