Logitech MX Master 3 for Mac

As an apple lover Im pretty much full of praise for almost all of the current product range. They are probably a little overpriced for what they are but like a beautiful car they are designed with form and aesthetics as well as function. You enjoy looking at and interacting with them, so that makes you want to use them. I feel the same way about Fuji cameras and Jaguar cars. Well the one design aesthetic I HATE about Apples desktop range of computers is the ridiculous mouse design that has varied from a puck to a pebble over the last 10 years, but although beautiful to look at performs like a pudding. The aesthetics have pushed the ergonomics and performance so far into the background you need a telescope to see them.Enter Logitech with a version of the MX mouse designed specifically for use with Apple products.The MX Master 3 for Mac is a wireless mouse with a built in rechargeable battery that comes with and is charged by a USB C cable. This plugs into the front of the mouse allowing you to use it while it charges, unlike the Apple mouse, which has its charging plug underneath the mouse, meaning you will have to remember to plug it in to charge when you are not using the computer, or else, have two mice so that one is permanently charged. The MX Master 3 comes in a clean black textured covering which has a rubberised texture to the body, that feels soft and grippy to the touch. It has space grey accents around the base and the scroll wheels mounted on top and the left side. It has a left and right button that fall under the index and middle fingers when the mouse is cradled in the palm, and the scroll wheel is also able to be pressed adding a third option on top. It also has a front and back button under the side scroll wheel, selectable with the thumb, and the base of the thumb rest is also a button, all of these are assignable using the Logi Options App that is a free download. This app also lets you adjust things such as scroll speed, mouse sensitivity and so forth. Behind the top scroll wheel is a further small button which allows you to select whether the wheel is free running or gives you a clicking sensation as you scroll. The Logi Options app has some pre-defined setup options for commonly used programs such as photoshop, setting for example the side wheel up to alter brush size without needing to use the keyboard or dive into the menus. These pre-defined setups can also be adjusted to suit your taste.Underneath the mouse is the On/Off slider at the front which switches on the bluetooth allowing paring with your device (did I mention it was a bluetooth mouse?) the sensor array (which works even on my glass desk without a mousepad) and a small button at the back which lets you switch between up to three paired devices. So you could use it for your desktop, laptop and compatible tablet device (such as recent iPads). There is also a feature that Logitech calls Flow that allows you to setup two devices to work side by side allowing you to move the mouse cursor seamlessly from one screen to another. This allows drag and drop across both devices, or cut and paste, or viewing edits on one screen while assets are on another. This is setup with the Logi Options app, which is extremely easy and intuitive. AwesomeThe ergonomics, looks and usability of this mouse makes it a strong recommendation for anyone who like me has longed for a mouse that fits the Apple ethos of form, function and design. Its taken Logitech to provide one and the £99 price tag is quite steep but if you spend hours editing photos or videos at your computer the programmable buttons will be a huge timesaver.Thoroughly Recommended.

Honestly the best mouse for work I've ever used. The ergonomic shape means your hand remains comfortable after long periods of use, unlike others (Apple mouse). Scroll wheels are perfectly positioned and glide smoothly. Buttons again are positioned within easy reach and require minimal movement to click. It has a nice long battery life and can be used whilst charging, unlike others (Apple mouse). So many extra features and uses to be found in conjunction with MX Keys and Logi Options.

Next Gen Mouse.After having used the original Magic Mouse (battery powered) for 8 years which was ingenious at the time of release and arguably still is. The Magic Mouse functions based on the glass touch surface and the use of various touch gestures produces a different function I.e. forward and back.The MX Master 3 has the ability to do functions and more, despite not being touch gestures which isn’t a significant drawback. The MX Master 3 uses side buttons, side scroll and also directional movement gestures as functions. In addition, you can personalise each gesture and button to function as you like (E.g. volume up, volume down etc.) by using the Logitech Desktop App. Personalising functions has never been so good!The Logitech MX Master 3 for Mac is designed beautifully it terms of ergonomics and the major selling point for me. It fits the shape of my hand and cuffs well.The Magic Mouse always dragged my wrist due to the slim design but didn’t cause significant issues. However, after using the MX Master 3 you can’t really go back due to the difference in comfort.The infinite scroll wheel is something that is very handy too. You can change between line-by-line scrolling or infinite scrolling which keeps scrolling as long as you want it to without disruptions in haptics.The colour design and USB dongle is the difference between the normal MX Master 3 and the MX Master 3 for Mac but they both function as well as each other - In the design perspective it made sense to not include a dongle with the Mac version of the mouse as Mac tends to use less cables and extensions.I’m not using the mouse for gaming so I can’t comment on how good it is for gaming but I’ll give the benefit of the doubt.Overall, a fantastic mouse that I am very happy with. No more replacing physical batteries.

I love this mouse and think Logitech have done a great job addressing the issues that previous versions had.It fits superbly in your hand, not to large or small, meaning you can use it for hours at a time with no issues at all. Every button is remappable (if you use the software)It works on every surface I threw at it, from wood, to glass, to desk top, tacking was flawless.Frankly it exudes quality and even at its high price it’s worth getting. Because it’s going to last you a good while.HOWEVER, I bought the Mac version of the mouse, admittedly due to liking the colour scheme more than anything else. Sadly you don’t for some reason get the unifying receiver on the Mac version of the mouse, limiting you to just Bluetooth.I have a receiver that I got with the MX Keys so tried pairing it with that and it worked fine. So I’ve no idea why they didn’t give you one with this mouse. Especially since the standard version of the mouse (as in none Mac branded, and plain black) comes with the receiver and at the time of buying was £30 cheaper.As much as I love the colour scheme of the Mac one it’s not worth £30 or giving up the unifying receiver for, hence it losing a star