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The Best Mouse For MacBook Pro And MacBook Air of 2025 Mice Reviews

Updated Feb 04, 2025 at 07:19 am
Best Mouse For MacBook Pro

If you travel a lot with your MacBook in tow, you may be more comfortable using a mouse instead of your MacBook's trackpad. In the past, finding the best mouse for MacBook models was challenging; now, just about every mouse you can find will work with Apple devices. Using a mouse instead of a trackpad can prevent wrist fatigue and is much better suited for tasks that require precision, like photo editing or gaming. As current MacBooks lack USB-A ports, most mouse receivers require being plugged into a USB-C to USB-A adapter, which can be cumbersome. As a result, we focus on Bluetooth mice in this article, so you can connect them wirelessly without additional dongles. Also, most models are either rechargeable via USB or can last for months using AA or AAA batteries.

Should you trust us? Our team of experts evaluates every mouse using the same standardized tests to ensure fair, unbiased comparisons—and we purchase each one ourselves to stay completely independent. See just how we test mice and judge for yourself.

We've tested over 350 mice. Below are our selections for the best mouse for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro users. For more options, check out our recommendations for the best mouse, the best wireless mouse, and the best ergonomic mouse.


  1. Best Mouse For MacBook Pro And MacBook Air

    Apple is known for device integration, so it's probably no surprise that we recommend the Apple Magic Mouse 2 as the best mouse for Mac users. Its iconic, low-profile design makes it easy to toss into laptop bags or even your pocket. A new black color variant is available, but the basic design hasn't changed since its original release in 2015. It's often on sale, so it may even be less expensive than our best mid-range pick below when you're reading this.

    The top of the mouse is a glossy, multi-touch surface made of acrylic that behaves just like a trackpad. You register regular mouse clicks by tapping this surface, but it also recognizes a range of gestures, like scrolling, zooming, and swiping between applications. While its shape isn't as ergonomic as other popular options, like our mid-range pick, the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S, it's suitable for all hand sizes.

    This mouse connects via Bluetooth and recharges with an included USB-C to Lightning cable. It's important to note that you can't use the Magic Mouse 2 while it charges since the charging port is on the bottom of the mouse. However, Apple advertises a battery life of up to a month or more, so it isn't an issue you'll need to contend with daily. It has a quick-charge feature, so two minutes of charging gives you around nine hours of use, which will get you through the workday without too much disruption.

    See our review

  2. Best Mid-Range Mouse For Macs

    With a mid-range budget, we recommend checking out the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S. It's typically close in price to the top pick, the Apple Magic Mouse 2, but it has quite a different design than the Apple's multi-touch surface. It has a more traditional ergonomic shape, making it a more comfortable choice if you use your mouse for long stretches at a time. This mouse feels very well-built thanks to its premium-feeling materials. It also combines a solid offering of productivity features and portability. The scroll wheel is made of metal and feels very precise when scrolling. You can also toggle a free-scrolling mode to scroll through content much faster.

    This mouse connects wirelessly with Bluetooth and can pair with up to three devices simultaneously. It recharges with a standard USB-C cable, and Logitech advertises that a fully charged battery can last up to 70 days. The software allows you to reprogram buttons and set movement-based gesture controls. You can pick this mouse up in one of three colors, and it has a dedicated version for macOS and Windows. The Mac version comes in either Space Gray or Pale Grey and has several settings pre-configured for a Mac environment. The Mac version doesn't include a USB receiver, but both versions support Bluetooth and are fully compatible with macOS.

    See our review

  3. Best Budget Mouse For Macs

    More premium options in Logitech's productivity-minded MX series might garner more attention; however, the Logitech M720 Triathlon offers many of the same features, making it our recommendation as the best mouse for MacBook Pro or MacBook Air for any budget-minded individual. This mouse has an ergonomic, right-handed shape and is well-suited for all hand sizes using most grip types. You can connect this mouse with its USB receiver or via Bluetooth and wirelessly pair it with up to three devices simultaneously. Its scroll wheel has left and right inputs for horizontal scrolling, and you can toggle between a controlled, notched scrolling mode and a much faster free-scrolling mode.

    Along the side, there are three buttons and a gesture button integrated into the thumb rest, which by default is used to perform movement-based gesture commands while held. Logitech advertises a battery life of up to 24 months with a single AA battery and has companion software that offers a good range of customization options, including button remapping and custom profile settings. There's also a compartment where you can store the USB receiver when it's not in use.

    See our review

  4. Best Cheap Mouse For Macs

    If you want something even cheaper that's great for portability, check out the Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s. Thanks to its very low and flat profiles, it's easy to slip into bags or pockets, and it comes in four different colors to suit your setup. It connects wirelessly using Bluetooth and uses a single AA battery for power, which Logitech advertises as giving you up to 24 months of battery life. Unlike the Apple Magic Mouse 2, this mouse has a physical scroll wheel with clearly defined steps, which you may prefer over the Apple mouse's virtual, touch-surface scroll wheel.

    Unfortunately, it isn't a very comfortable option for extended periods because of its compact design. It's also missing features typically found on productivity-oriented mice meant for desktop use, like side buttons or a free-scrolling mode. Luckily, with this second generation, the mouse now supports customizability through the Logitech Options+ software. Overall, it's a popular low-cost option if you're frequently on the go and looking for the best Bluetooth mouse for Mac.

    See our review

  5. Best Work Mouse For Macs

    Although we recommend the Logitech MX Master 3S here, you won't go wrong with any mouse in the MX Master lineup. The older models are often on sale, so they're worth checking out if you're looking for a high-performing office mouse on a budget. The differences between versions are minor, so going with an older model won't cause you to lose any major functionality or comfort. Each model features the same ergonomic, right-handed shape with a thumb rest and two scroll wheels, and they all offer the same Bluetooth connectivity with a solid battery life of up to 70 days on a full charge.

    However, the main difference with the 3S, the most recent entry to this lineup, is that this mouse has quieter click buttons and an improved sensor that's more compatible with high-resolution displays. It also has a Mac-specific variant with a USB-C to USB-C charging cable to be more compatible with newer MacBooks that lack USB-A ports. The Mac variant has a slightly different color scheme, and it comes with default gesture controls that are Mac-specific, like opening the Launchpad and switching between apps. You can also use the companion software to program profiles for specific apps, like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, so you can easily control the brush size, undo/redo, and image panning using the buttons right on the mouse.

    See our review

  6. Best Gaming Mouse For Macs

    The Keychron M3 Mini is our pick for the best gaming mouse for Mac. It has a comfortable, symmetrical shape that's on the small side, but it's still accommodating to most hand sizes and grip types. It's very light, meaning that moving it around quickly and accurately will be easy. Despite its low price, its performance is nothing to scoff at either. It has low click and sensor latency, delivering a snappy and responsive feel in-game.

    It's a particularly good mouse for MacBook gamers because it's Bluetooth compatible and has a USB-C wireless receiver and charging cable, so you don't have to worry about carrying around a dongle to recharge it. Also, unlike other gaming mouse manufacturers, Keychron's customization software is available for macOS, meaning you can easily customize settings like polling rate, CPI, and button mapping.

    See our review

Notable Mentions

  • Razer Pro Click Mini:

    The Razer Pro Click Mini is a standout alternative to the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S. It has remarkable sensor performance for a productivity mouse, making it a great hybrid choice for productivity and gaming, and features a scroll wheel with a free-scrolling mode as well as left and right tilt inputs. However, like other Razer mice, its customization software isn't compatible with macOS.

    See our review
  • Keychron M6: The Keychron M6 is an excellent wireless mouse designed for productivity and gaming. It features a lightweight, supportive, right-handed shape similar to the Logitech MX Master 3S and touts the same PixArt 3395 gaming sensor as the Keychron M3 Mini. That said, its raw performance isn't quite as good as that of the Keychron M3 Mini, and its bulkier shape makes it less portable. See our review

Recent Updates

  1. Feb 04, 2025

    We've verified that our recommendations are available and represent the best choices, and made small edits for clarity and concision.

  2. Nov 06, 2024

    We've removed the Logitech G604 LIGHTSPEED from our Notable Mentions section since it's no longer available for a reasonable price.

  3. Aug 08, 2024 :  We've made some minor text changes for clarity and conciseness, but otherwise haven't made any changes to our main picks.

  4. May 13, 2024 :  We've reviewed our picks for accuracy and relevance and added the Keychron M6 to our Notable Mentions section.

  5. Apr 09, 2024 :  Replaced the Logitech Pebble M350 with the new Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s as it provides more features for the same price.

All Reviews

Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best mice for Mac users. We factor in the price (a cheaper mouse wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no mice that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).

If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here is the list of all the mice we've tested to find the best mouse for MacBook Air and MacBook Pros. Be careful when choosing the best mouse for Mac to not get too caught up in the details. While no mouse is perfect for every use, most mice are great enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.

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    Q60a motion will there be a trail of blur in video games I play 2k and the basketball had a trail on the q60t Will q60a not have this since it’s rated a little higher than q60t

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    How come know one ever noticed a slim light bleed all around the 55 q70r. I had 3 with the same issue. The larger sizes do not have this. I wonder if it is a panel issue they were all FAO1 panels

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    does q70r have good hdr on ps5 heard the 70r and 80r are dim on ps5 hdr

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    Does 58inch size have va panel? It’s an odd size and wondering if it would have same pic quality of the 55 inch.

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    How is pic quality in game mode on Q80T Would 70t have better game mode pic quality with a higher contrast ratio (almost double ) but no local dimming

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    Which is better in game mode q80t or 70t 70 has better contrast and the 80 gimps local dimming in game mode. That being said which is better

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    Is the pic quality in game mode better after the 1402 Update. Is local dimming bad in game mode that causes a lot of clouding . Is it worth getting Q70T for just game mode pic quality compared to q80t if local dimming is stil bad?

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    With hdr can it do 120hz

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    Does anyone have Bluetooth always disconnecting on 900h It’s happening daily can’t change channeks

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    Any new firmware releases with the 900h this month

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    Between 60t or 70t is the picture quality the same Don’t care about 120hz just game mode picture Should I get 58 inch 60t or 55 q70t

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    Anyone have this issue of Bluetooth and WiFi always disconnecting? Happens every few times I turn tv on but WiFi is off and the remote is off for cable(Fios)

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    Anyone with 900h experience the bug when motion is turn on even when set to off. It happens all the time will they fix this??

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    Anybody having issues with the Bluetooth remote Not connecting when you turn on tv . It’s happen to me a bunch of times and I have to unplug tv to get it to work agsin

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    How about q80t

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    Can u test to see if motion flow turns on every time you put on the tv. According to some people who have the 900h from avs forums have stated this. Even when it says it’s off it comes on. Thxs Sony 900h

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    Is 950 h have less blooming than 950g?

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    Can u give an example of this Happens during games?

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    But is the local dimming any better I know ghosting problem wasn’t fixed

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    How is it when gaming in hdr

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    How did u find that info ??

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    So it does not happen on the 950h or g?

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    Can u check if it Doesn’t have the input lag change as previous mention with the 800h on the new 950h. That would be annoying to have the lag rise n fall when turning tv off Thxs

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    Does any have the 900h and can comment on blooming, black levels, and input lag? I know they are on sale now but there is no reviews on tv

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    Thxs for rechecking Do u think the 58 inch model is a va panel ??

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    I’m looking forward to this review as well Maybe they can put this tv on high priority list??

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    I had eye strain issues with 65 inch at 10 feet Went to 55 and no problems I think it’s crazy people think a 65 is to small for 7-8 feet

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    It’s strange because I have a 65 inch in a family room and it’s great ( much bigger room) sitting same distance away. The bedroom is where I tried a 65 inch and thought it was too big. Believe me I really wanted the 65 to work

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    I’m sorry I meant the h8g quantum dot

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    I would like to know too I heard tcl has artifacts with motion And the h8g has hdr flicker in white brights scenes( they could of potentially fixed it with firmware)