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Logitech Signature M650 vs Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against mice at a similar price

The Logitech Signature M650 scores 7.1/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech Wireless Mouse M185 at 5.6/10.

The Logitech Signature M650 leads on comfort and shape, connectivity and battery, sensor and tracking and build and buttons.

They score the same on software and value.

The biggest difference is build and buttons, where the Logitech Signature M650 scores 7/10 to the Logitech Wireless Mouse M185's 4/10.

Logitech Signature M650

Logitech Signature M650

7.1/10verdict: buy

The Logitech Signature M650 is a wireless mouse for office and home desk work where comfort and low noise matter most. It comes in standard, large and left-handed versions, so more people can find a fit. It suits anyone who wants a quiet, long-lasting everyday mouse rather than a gaming or multi-computer one.

Typically about £25.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Logitech Wireless Mouse M185

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 (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightLogitech Signature M650Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
Comfort and shape25%8/106/10
Connectivity and battery25%7/106/10
Sensor and tracking20%6/105/10
Build and buttons15%7/104/10
Software and value15%7/107/10
Overall7.1/105.6/10

Specifications

SpecLogitech Signature M650Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
ConnectionLogi Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy; 10 m wireless range2.4 GHz wireless via USB nano receiver, 10 m range; no Bluetooth
Sensor and DPILogitech Advanced Optical Tracking; 400 DPI nominal, up to 4000 DPI maxOptical, 1000 DPI
Battery life1 x AA included; up to 24 months with Logi Bolt receiver, up to 20 months with BluetoothOne AA battery included; rated 12 months by Logitech
Weight101.4 g75.2 g with batteries; 99 × 60 × 39 mm
Buttons5 (left/right click, back/forward, scroll wheel with middle click)3 (left, right, middle/wheel press); 2D scroll wheel
Shape and handContoured with soft thumb area and rubber side grips; standard size for small-to-medium handsContoured, designed for left- and right-handed users
SoftwareSupported by Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS; page also lists Linux, iPadOS, Android and ChromebookNo software needed on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux; optional Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech Signature M650

  • + Quiet clicks and a contoured, rubber-gripped shape
  • + Up to 24 months from one AA battery
  • + Size options include large and left-handed versions
  • − No multi-device switching on this model
  • − Standard size is aimed at small-to-medium hands

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who wants to switch one mouse between several computers
  • Gamers who want a published polling rate and high-DPI controls
  • People with large hands who would only consider the standard size
Read the full Logitech Signature M650 review ›

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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