Logitech MX Anywhere 3S vs Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

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The Logitech MX Anywhere 3S scores 6.1/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 at 5.6/10.

The Logitech MX Anywhere 3S leads on sensor and tracking and build and buttons.

The Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 leads on comfort and shape and software and value.

They score the same on connectivity and battery.

The biggest difference is sensor and tracking, where the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S scores 8/10 to the Logitech Wireless Mouse M185's 5/10.

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

6.1/10verdict: good, not the best

The MX Anywhere 3S is a compact wireless mouse for people who carry a laptop and switch between devices. It suits right-handed users with small to medium hands who want a praised scroll wheel and wide surface support. Buyers with large hands, or those who want a USB receiver included, have reasons to look elsewhere.

Typically about £48.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch 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 MX Anywhere 3S	Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
Comfort and shape	25%	5/10	6/10
Connectivity and battery	25%	6/10	6/10
Sensor and tracking	20%	8/10	5/10
Build and buttons	15%	7/10	4/10
Software and value	15%	5/10	7/10
Overall		6.1/10	5.6/10

Specifications

Spec	Logitech MX Anywhere 3S	Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
Connection	Bluetooth and Logi Bolt USB receiver (sold separately); up to 3 Bluetooth devices	2.4 GHz wireless via USB nano receiver, 10 m range; no Bluetooth
Sensor and DPI	Darkfield optical, 200-8000 DPI in 50 DPI steps	Optical, 1000 DPI
Battery life	Rechargeable Li-Po 500 mAh; up to 70 days on a full charge; USB-C charging	One AA battery included; rated 12 months by Logitech
Weight	99 g (100.5 x 65 x 34.4 mm)	75.2 g with batteries; 99 × 60 × 39 mm
Buttons	Six buttons, including MagSpeed wheel mode-shift and middle click	3 (left, right, middle/wheel press); 2D scroll wheel
Shape and hand	Compact, right-handed, silicone side grips	Contoured, designed for left- and right-handed users
Software	Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS	No software needed on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux; optional Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

+ Tracks on most surfaces, including glass of 4 mm or more
+ Scroll wheel praised by owners
+ Up to 70 days per charge, USB-C charging
− Too small for large hands, owners say
− Logi Bolt receiver not included
− Owners find the price high

Skip it if:

Buyers with large hands who want a full-size mouse
Left-handed users who need a mirrored or ambidextrous shape
Anyone who wants a USB receiver included in the box

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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

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