Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse vs Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

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all judged against mice at a similar price

The Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse scores 5.7/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 at 5.6/10.

The Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse leads on sensor and tracking and build and buttons.

The Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 leads on comfort and shape and connectivity and battery.

They score the same on software and value.

Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse

5.7/10verdict: good, not the best

The Logitech G203 Prodigy is a basic wired gaming mouse for buyers who want a capable sensor and a light body without spending much. It suits players, and anyone at a desk, with smaller hands who are happy with a USB cable. Buyers wanting wireless, a larger shape or consistent click feel should look at other options.

Typically about £22.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The Logitech M185 is a basic wireless mouse for people who want to plug in a receiver and start working. It suits one computer on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS or Linux, for office, study or travel use. It is less suited to anyone who wants Bluetooth, extra buttons or proven long-term click durability.

Typically about £12.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse	Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
Comfort and shape	25%	5/10	6/10
Connectivity and battery	25%	5/10	6/10
Sensor and tracking	20%	7/10	5/10
Build and buttons	15%	5/10	4/10
Software and value	15%	7/10	7/10
Overall		5.7/10	5.6/10

Specifications

Spec	Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse	Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
Connection	Wired USB	2.4 GHz wireless via USB nano receiver, 10 m range; no Bluetooth
Sensor and DPI	Optical, 200 to 8,000 DPI	Optical, 1000 DPI
Battery life	Not applicable, wired mouse	One AA battery included; rated 12 months by Logitech
Weight	85 g mouse only	75.2 g with batteries; 99 × 60 × 39 mm
Buttons	Six programmable buttons	3 (left, right, middle/wheel press); 2D scroll wheel
Shape and hand	Petite, lozenge-like shape	Contoured, designed for left- and right-handed users
Software	Logitech G HUB, up to 5 presets; works out of the box	No software needed on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux; optional Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech G203 Prodigy Gaming Mouse

+ Tracking and accuracy praised by owners
+ Works out of the box; G HUB optional
+ Six programmable buttons on a light body
− Reviewers describe it as small; comfort views are mixed
− Wired only, with no wireless or Bluetooth option
− Click feel varies; some report soft or hair-trigger buttons

Skip it if:

Buyers with large hands who want a bigger, more filling shape
Anyone who needs a wireless or Bluetooth mouse
People who want several profiles stored on the mouse itself

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Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

+ No software or driver needed on four operating systems
+ Compact and light, easy to carry
+ Ambidextrous shape with a rated 12-month battery life
− No Bluetooth, only a USB nano receiver
− Owners report left-click failures after about a year
− Only three buttons and loud clicks

Skip it if:

Buyers who want Bluetooth or switching between several devices
Heavy daily users who need proven click durability
People who want side buttons, adjustable DPI or a larger shape

Read the full Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 review ›

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