The Best mouse for Architects, Desingers, and Creators
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.ค. 2024
- If you are curious about all the 15 mice that I have tested in a written guide and the further recommendations , it is available here: uhstudio.com/posts/ultimate-m...
Let's compare some of the best mice available for creatives that spend long hours in 3d, CAD, and graphics software. We will look at the mice that provide the best accuracy, design and wrist support, and software features.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:38 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro Wireless
03:42 CadMouse's secret accuracy weapon
05:02 Logitech MX Master 3
05:42 CadMouse Pro and Compact
06:04 The best single mouse to use
06:27 Logitech M570/M575 Trackball
06:58 Vertical Mice: Logi MX Vertical and Anker Upright
07:53 The best pair of mice to use
08:39 Is an expensive mouse a worthy investment?
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Thanks for the video, one of the best reviews on this subject which actually compares it to other popular mice!
Really detailed video! Good stuff
Thank you!
I am using the MX Master since a couple of years, mainly because I have big hands, but I couldn't think about a world without the extra thumb button and I actually think that the Logitech software for the MX Master is really good, but you convinced me to buy a 3D connexion mouse if my Logitech ever got broken.
The only bit I really prefer in the Logitech options software is the media controls set to a button with gestures, but that's minimal compared to the advantages in the cadmouse
Thank you for this video!
As an architect it really really helpful
Cheers!
Cheers! Happy to help!
Got a G604 Logitech mouse today. Just boxed it up to return it. Sticking to my cheap ones.
For 25 years in the world of 2D and 3D design and about a hundred mice that I have tested, my recommendation would be: Delux M910 (wired only, no longer on sale) and White Shark MIYAMOTO. The buttons above and below the thumb proved to be the most practical feature (it would be perfect to have another button for the index finger, next to the wheel). In addition, the ergonomics and functionality of these mice is what suits me. Let's face it, these are not high-quality mice, but even after 5 years they still work as well as they did on day one.
I have been using 3dconnexion CadMouse since years now.
I have the corded version (I don't like wirless stuff, it's not as precise and it depends on batteries) and it is simply the best mouse I have ever had.
I would not go back to any other mouse.
The actual center button is also a bless.
Yes, the wired mouse has the best polling rate of 1000hz. I use it when it the office (pre covid). However the wireless ones, if connected via a cable also have the same polling rate as the wired one. That is if you can sense the difference in fractions of milliseconds between the typical 125 hz and 1000hz of CadMouse 😂
Is it possible to have change of dpi or cursor speed assigned to radial button?
Great video!
Thank you!
I have an older Logitech track man mouse. I wish it had a scroll wheel for easy zooming on CAD models.
I recently bought the Logitech Vertical but I'm thinking about returning it. I might get the 3d combo. I am a mechanical engineer and spend my days in SolidWorks and the different cheap mice that I have are affecting my hand, wrist and shoulder.
Don't understimate the importance of all-day comfort for your body. It would cost much more to fix your body than getting a proper mouse for the job.
I use a razer naga with a full numpad on the thumb. I just assigned Backspace, enter, desktop... so most basic commands in order to mainly prevent my right hand to move to the keyboard. In my point of view, best mouse!
Either the Razer or the Logi mouse with a numpad will likely be the next mouse I try indeed. Does the Razer software allow you to assign difffent hotkeys for each button for different apps?
@@UHStudio Razer Software is excellent (allows what you asked for), you have as well the Hypershift option wich allows you to assign 2 binds on one button, while pressing your chosen hypershiftbutton (kinda like shift), works only on a razer keyboard or you assign it like me to the usual "increase dpi button" on the mouse. definetly check this out, if you find it easy to get used to new keybinds.
Hi everyone, I recently purchased the SteelSeries Rival 3 mouse, and I'm extremely satisfied with it, especially with the soft click on the scroll wheel. It works really well for CAD. Best regards. Let's see how long it lasts.
Thanks for the note. It's always good of what other mice CAD users might be using
It is a good mouse, had one for 2 years before i bought the 3dconnexion mouse (amazing mouse). At home i have a logitech hero G502 with all the weights in
About 25 years ago I bought a Logitech ergonomic keyboard and TrackMan. The latter has a ball that's double the size of the TrackBall, 4 buttons and about the same shape as the new trackman. You could move the ball with all fingers, as the ball peeked through the ridge of the mouse. When it finally wore down totally, I switched to my early version of the TrackBall, which I still use today. Meanwhile I went through several high resolution gaming mouses, but none distinctly recommendable.
I remember a colleague of mine in one of the office I worked with had the old super large trackball mouse, and he swore by it. It also seems that the large the ball, the more accurate the pointing could be.
@@UHStudio It had some space to rest your thumb on it, which was a huge plus. And moving a ball with only a thumb, is by default much less subtile than moving the same object in between your thumb and a finger. The larger ball fits nicely in the palm of your hand and therefor gives a lot of control.
I would recommend Logitech G604.. It has 6 side buttons that are perfect to map to shortcuts in for example AutoCAD (which I use it for).
Looks like quite a nice mouse and has the polling rate of the 3Dconnexion CadMice but wireless, impressive. Now it only had a middle mouse button
I also use one. I was using the G300Sr but switched to the G604 a year ago since wireless is nice. I wish they'd made a G600 wireless but lets see.
My best solution so far is the apple magic mouse + middle app ($8) for the middle mouse button. When configuring it in blender you'll have the best mouse you can get. You get 3 button functionality, trackpad abilities in blender with the magic mouse touch and gestures, scroll,move & rotate in all directions etc. Like a 3Dconnexion space and 3 button mouse together.
Intersting solutioon. Thanks for sharing :)
Would you recommend 3dconnexion cadmouse instead of MX vertical?
I had mx master 3 and also MX Ergo and MS master 2 (yes, I am logi freak) generally I use MX3 for cad 3ds max revit, archicad photoshop etc.
I really look for comfortable mouse to have goodwork and increase my productivity. Should I prefer 3dconnexion (I have seen you love its middle button and software) is it really better than MX3 ? Can you say worth for it?
For me, it's definitely worth it, so I highly recommend it, especially with the 3d connexion mouse mat. It's the one I use daily out of all of these
What are your issues with the mx vertical?
what would be a good mouse for 20/20 cabinets design? i need a mouse that can make small moves i am new to this program so have no cluse
All the 3dconnexion CAD mice have really high precision, especially with the Cad mouse mat. From all these mice, that's the most precise movement I have can get.
What mouse would you suggest for my architect drafting class? We will be using autocad and revit as our main programs. I’m just looking for
Something affordable and good👍
Any mouse with a scroll wheel that doesn't require too much forse to click. The Logitech M 535 is a good one
I'm using MX ergo at main setup and microsoft designer mouse on the go. Logitecht mx ergo is a great mouse after than used to using. Microsoft designer mouse so uncomfortable but so slim for carrying bag.
yes, the MX Ergo should have twice the DPI of the other M570 trackball mouse that I have so, it should be more precise
which keyboard do you suggesting buying for arch students:) nice video by the way
Logitech R380 is the one I use, along with a bluetooth number pad sitting to the left of the keyboard
@@UHStudio thanks for your suggesstion🙌
@@UHStudio is it better for arch students to have a keyboard which contains num pad?
I personally would recommend a good wireless gaming mouse that is marketed as light weight. Using a light mouse on a good mousepad is just next level in terms of precision and effortless modeling.
That's how i started my hunt for a new mouse, i tried 30+ in shops about all had scroll wheel buttons that are to hard to press frequently.
"Razer Viper 8Khz" was the only mouse i found with a wheelclick that would work for 3D apps imo.
But the black version look and feel like a cheap toy from the 80's and for about the same price as the 3dconnexion one here.....
I got a feeling that "Razer Viper Ultimate" would be something for me but did not get to test it, and no one makes reviews about this topic.
witch ones do you recommend and why?
@@derptweaker945 I actually bought a Razer Orochi v2 for my laptop use and it's surprisingly good. You can use it with dongle for 1ms response time or use it with Bluetooth by switching a switch on the bottom. Scroll wheel feels very good and the mouse is pretty light so I can recommend to try that one because its 1/3 of the price of Viper v2.
@@omaior20 thanks i look in to it. But the scroll *clicker* is it slightly harder than the main buttons?
That's what i'm after scrollclicker not the scrollwheel.
I'm sending the "3dconnexion" CAD mouse back because my ringfinger got in an awkward position or at least you can say doing allot of right clicking with it make my arm hurt witch defeat the pulpous. And because there is a scrollweel in the way i cant use the middle button with my trigger finger.
Also the connection had drops even on close range.
I got a Mionix SK now. The scrollclicker has broken but i modded it and made a 3 mouse button instead of the scrollwell. It works even better then the 3dconnexion for me. But its a temporary solution and its involves a icecreemstick i and fabric tape.
The stick is put in water overnight then bent and dried to perfect shape.
This way im using the DPI buttons as middle clicker, it works hilariously well.
@@omaior20 are you using mainly for drafting purposes?
It does also depend on the mouse pad that is being used. I use the CadMouse pro wired with the 3D Connexion mouse pad and it has the least amount of friction possible while retaining a lot of precision. Clearly my favourite setup.
Unfortunately, I've had terrible reliability on the wired 3D Connexion cadmouse, had both click actuator and scroll wheel failure. I'm on my third warranty replacement and now it's starting to have scrolling issues again. The good thing is that the company support is great, I'm just getting tired dealing with warranty. I might invest in a newer version and ditch the old one. needless to say, it's my favorite mouse for 2D/3D design work. Thanks for the review
I feel you. I am on my third one as well as the clickers on the previous two stopped working properly at some point. But the support team is great and always taking care of the issues in a very prompt manner.
Yes on my third Cad mouse. The right click button gives out. Guess time to replace..again.
I had a Cordless Optical Trackman. Great trackball mouse. But several buttons didn't work anymore. I can't get a new one because they not made anymore. Now i have a Elcom Huge. Much better.
That looks like an interesting device!
It's a pity that you didn't check the gamer mouses. I use a Logitech G502 and it's great.
You're right though that the 3D connexion SW is really great. Probably the best customization SW out there.
The aesthetic of some gaming mouse is quite minimal like some or Razer's mice. Perhaps in the future I will look into some gamin mice indeed!
I have been using the wired G302 for almost 8 years. Yes, gaming mouse are best for design work. I use mouse for illustration and graphic layout work. Been designing for more than 20 years.
@@sinlokemp2190 does it last for serveral years?
i really like using mouse gaming because that mouse really good and comfortable and big mouse
The best mice for Architects, Desingers, and Creators and Blender is 2in1.Hybridmouse (leadr&master3 or g903&master2s). i made 2in1.hybrid l-V ...
For the price I have nothing but disdain for Logitech mice. I've tried many over the years and while some work well for a time they all end up with mechanical failure or don't work well from the beginning. Absolutely avoid! I am excited about your 3D connexion recommendation, this looks like what I am looking for!
Still using the 3d connexion wired pro mouse, and it is both really comfortable for all day use, precise, and the third button makes it easier to work with. But, it is the same price or more compared to the higher end Logitech mice.
I don't understand why many can recommend the Logitech MX 2S for CAD. The click of the wheel is incredibly hard...
I returned the mouse after 2 days of embarrassment. I'm much more efficient with a cheap 10 year old cable mouse that has a soft click on the wheel...
That's a CAD staple for me. And I can get rid of all the extra buttons...
Problem is also wight. Cad mouse is also too heavy i think...
how is about the mouse with a lot of buttons (like logitech G600) ?
Yes! Have yet to test one
I wouldn't recommend the 3dconnexion CadMouse. I bought one and it only lasted about 6 months before the scroll wheel started having issues. You can only connect bluetooth to one computer at a time, very frustrating when you use a laptop and home and a desktop at work.. I tossed it out and bought a logitech mx anywhere 3. Much better mouse. Better feel, you can connect three computers and switch between the three and it's USB C for charging.
I use a cadmouse for quite a few years. If you do have an issue within a year (depending on where you are located), your mouse is in warranty and they will replace it. I had an issue once with a clicker no registering all the clicks and they sent me a new one. Also, the bluetooth versions have two modes, so technically they can be connected to two computers - one connected via the USB dongle and another via bluetooth. Yes, not as flexible as the three way switch of the MX mice but for two computers it can work quite well.
Hi, what do you think about the logitech m190?
never tried it
@@UHStudio Ok, thanks.
love your vids, its nice to finally see like minded people with the same issues haha
Cheers!! Much appreciated!
Is the space mouse blue tooth as well?
The wireless 3d connexion mice have Bluetooth as well
I use a Redragon Cobra Chroma mouse. It´s cheap and awesome.
Checking out the specs on that mouse - it looks good and has a polling rate of 1000hz! How is the software?
@@UHStudio I have no problems with it. I use the mouse and mechanical keyboard of this brand and they are both great.
awesome
Thanks!
How can you compare mice for professionals without mentioning the Switftpoint Z / Swiftpoint Creator? :)
THEY have the best customization Software out there and you can use your Design and Architect-Tools without moving your hand away from your mouse.
Never heard of it. Looked it up. Looks very much like a gaming mouse.
My employer purchased the 3DConnexion CadMouse for it's staff and unfortunately its far too heavy for long usage, weighing in at whopping 110g. At this weight you will get wrist strain, almost unavoidable. Factor in the nonreplacable battery, micro USB and the cost, it's hard to recommend for most people.
I personally use the Logitech G305, fitted with a AAA battery, which weighs in under 80g. The G305 is highly accurate (massive DPI range), has customizable buttons, great size for most people (I have quite big hands), good for people with a claw/finger grip and costs under £40 if you shop around.
My advice is to pay attention to weight, all of the mice shown in this review are far too heavy in my opinion. Once you use a very light mouse, you will never go back to anything over 80g.
I use the Cadmouse pro wired all the time - if you use the Cadmouse with the mat from 3dconnexion, there is very little resistance, so it make moving the mouse a breeze, even if it is a little on the heavier side.
How about Logitech G600
That's a good one! I haven't had a chance to review it though, but generally gaminng mice us higher refresh rate and as long their dpi is not too sensitive, they make excellent design mice.
M570 is actually more accurate than the normal mices. Try to play counter strike for one week, you will feel the magic of m570 ;)
Maybe for gaming, but for selecting objects on the screen that are very close to one another, less so ;)
Please 3dconnexion, for the love of God. No more extra buttons. You'll destroy it. Keep it simple. Thanks.
Extra button allergies? ;)
What is this product 😊😊
which one?
Except the spacemouse 3dconnexion is a nonsense.
Use cheap optical mouse with low weight ,works best
I used to think so as well! Until I decided to get a premium mouse
⚠️🤔Not a single mention about the scroll wheel qualities whatsoever. Non bueno.
I got the 3Dconnexion CAD mouse compact atm.
the scroll wheel feel like a standard gaming mouse. It got those segmented stops, its not freeroll.
But there is a software solution if you roll the wheel fast it keep on going just as if there was freerolling, which work surprisingly good. The scroll wheel feels quality but not extraordinary. The scroll clicker is quite good almost as easy as the main clickers. its sticks up at standard height. (higher then lowprofile gamingmouses wheel does) Witch make the scroll clicker not optional for rapid use.
I'm sending it back soon, but ask me if there something more you need to know.
What are you planning to use it for?
Good point! They are all similar, the outlier being the MX Master 3 and now 3S. They've got the best scroll wheel for scrolling.
such a funny word dongos kkkkkkkkkk i agree
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Gaming Mouse !
A G600 Gaming Mouse has 20 Programable Buttons for Hotkey Shortcut Combinations !!!
Check them out, and join me here in the Future ! ~lol
Nice Video though, just Reviewing outdated Tech...
(Seriously, you'll Double your Speed).
A lot of people are recommending it. I just hope they make a wireless version, and then I will be all game.