The best PC mouse for work in 2024

Logitech's ultimate PC mouse for work, the MX Master 3S is an admittedly pricey, but worthwhile investment into the best comfort possible with a dedicated mouse. A phenomenal office mouse, the slick ergonomics of the MX Master 3S, complete with a delightful thumb groove and wheel, are a massive step up from a standard PC mouse.

Quickly screenshot or magnify text with a programmable button or access readily used tools in Photoshop whilst editing, there are some truly game-changing ways to use the MX Master 3S mouse.

For some users, issues have been raised concerning the accuracy of the mouse overall, but these complaints are incredibly rare. This is a truly speedy mouse that'll serve you well for days on end without the need for a recharge.

A truly brilliant and incredibly popular choice, the Tecknet wireless mouse is one of our favourites on account of its fantastic 30-month battery life, its wonderful build quality, and outstandingly quick DPI.

Out of the box, this PC mouse for work looks the part: it's clean, understated and lacks the frills you might see on other mice at similarly-priced models, making it perfect for the office.

For those who enjoy speed in their pointing and clicking, the Tecknet classic wireless mouse has an incredibly strong 3,200 DPI, making it ideal for super-speedy navigation between spreadsheets and Word documents.

Unlike our more expensive picks, however, the Tecknet wireless mouse lacks a little comfort which you'll find in more ergonomic models, which is to be expected at its price. Despite its less comfortable design than its competition, the Tecknet wireless mouse is an exceptional wireless mouse for tackling a productive day.

A bizarre experience at first that quickly becomes one of the most comfortable mice on the market, Logitech's Lift vertical ergonomic mouse delivers brilliant useability, all the while eliminating tendonitis and carpal tunnel issues later down the line.

As for its design, the solid heft of the Logitech Lift is wonderful, and when used, it's shockingly comfortable. Its comfort is largely thanks to its hand-shake design, which takes the pressure off of your wrists and gives day-to-day use a much more natural and healthier feel.

Easily one of the best-looking PC mice we've ever seen, the Logitech Lift's swirling design is perfect for the office, and its great construction ensures you'll be clicking through documents for the foreseeable future. In terms of the best ergonomic mice of the year, you've found a great contender.

If you're looking for high DPI for conquering your creative projects without breaking the bank, the SteelSeries Rival 3 might just be the mouse for you.

At a great midrange price, the Rival 5 has a fantastically well-made build quality and overall aesthetic, being slightly flashier than typical office PC mice, but not too flashy.

Lacking an array of programmable buttons, with the SteelSeries Rival 3, you're really paying for great build quality and above all, a staggering 18,000 DPI browsing speed.

Our only gripe with the Rival 5 centres around its fairly subpar battery life, which is roughly 17 days, for most it's reliable, but if you're working in an office and forget to charge the Rival 5 for a little while, you'll certainly be caught off-guard sooner than you think.

A rather bizarre, yet necessary pick for the best PC mice for work, this trackball mouse from Kensington is perfect for those suffering from injuries such as tendonitis or carpal tunnel, but it's especially brilliant when used for pinpoint-precise editing, be it video or graphic design.

A rather ugly, almost 2000s aesthetic, the Kensington Orbit TrackBall is large but is designed to remain stationary, freeing up some desk space thanks to the lack of movement required. As such, TrackBall users don't have to worry so much about having a large desk to accommodate a mouse or a small enough keyboard to fit all of their peripherals.

Yes, this slightly strange-looking mouse is incredibly comfortable and accurate and gives you a level of control that is otherwise impossible with a traditional mouse. Comfortable, ergonomic, and durable, you'll have plenty of hours editing, scrolling and browsing with this sensational TrackBall mouse without any concerns, it's absolutely worth a try.

A terrific wired USB mouse that's perfect for a multitude of uses, but especially work, the Razer DeathAdder Essential mouse combines value with comfort and precision to make a top-notch budget mouse.

Despite being wired, with the fantastic 6,400 DPI, you'll hardly notice any wires getting in the way of your work. Equipped with two additional buttons, the DeathAdder Essential allows for smooth and seamless browsing and editing despite its reasonable price.

Some may suggest that the glowing LED design of the DeathAdder Essential isn't particularly suitable for work, which you should judge based on your work environment, but since when in use your palm covers the glowing LED design, it's hardly noticeable or distracting. For some, however, the small, light design isn't the most comfortable, especially if you have larger hands.

That being said, for most people the size itself is solid, and users should find no trouble whatsoever in having a productive day with this well-designed Razer mouse.

For less than £10, the Amazon Basics 3-button USB optical mouse is a bargain and is perfect for office work thanks to its simple design and lack of reliance on batteries.

Not the most comfortable, nor the fastest, this low-budget mouse is simple, honest and effective for getting work done for years to come. Using a simple plug-and-play design, there's no faff here - no drivers or Bluetooth to tweak or adjust, it's just so simple.

If you're searching for high DPI, extra programmable buttons and something that'll reduce carpal tunnel, this isn't the mouse for you. If, however, you're looking for a cheap and easy solution to your lack of a mouse, you've certainly found it.

Portable, slick and aesthetically pleasing, the HP 410 Slim wireless Bluetooth mouse is certainly a great choice for you. Combining an ultra-low, glossy profile with up to 365 days of battery, the HP 410 is a straightforward, clean and light mouse that's perfect for popping into a laptop bag without issue.

Though some may find the HP 410's slim design a little too small for their hands, having a low-profile mouse lends often to a more natural feel, whilst also taking up less desk space at the same time.

Perfect for left or right-handed users, the HP 410's universal design is appealing to pretty much everyone in its simplicity, overall it's a great mouse for work.

Ideal for those who dread the day their battery dies at work, the Logitech M720 Triathalon mouse is sharp and functional, whilst also having a fantastic array of features up its sleeve.

Despite its spectacular two-year battery life, the real star of the Logitech M720 is its ability to connect to multiple devices at once, allowing for seamless connectivity between laptops, PCs, and even smart devices such as iPads.

As for its design, the pleasant matte finish on the wireless mouse is excellent for long hours of scrolling and navigating, and there's a hidden thumb button for additional convenience.

A truly comfortable mouse to rival models that are double its price, the Logitech M720 is truly worth its price for its ultimate convenience.

When working in the office, it's best to avoid annoying your neighbours with a clicky mouse, despite it feeling oh-so-satisfying. Instead, a silent mouse such as the LeadsaiL wireless mouse will serve you much more reliably in the future, and won't cause distraction to others around you.

Nicely designed with a slim profile, a great DPI for smooth browsing, and a solid ergonomic design, the LeadsaiL wireless silent mouse brings plenty of comfort to what is a very cheap mouse.

Despite its great value, however, the LeadsaiL isn't without its issues. With a 60-day battery life, it certainly has a lower-end battery life, but thanks to its rechargeable design, simply plugging in a USB into your laptop should charge it sufficiently.

A mouse that is truly perfect for the office, the LeadsaiL is a wonderful mouse and the perfect peripheral for crushing your work goals.