There’s always that question: which mouse do I use for video editing? A gaming mouse or an ergonomic mouse?

 

We had a chance to review two different mouses sent by Aukey. First the 2.4GHz Wireless Mouse KM-W9 and also the RGB Gaming Mouse KM-C1. Not the most amazing names, but these retail for below 10$!!

 

2.4 GHz Wireless Mouse

PROS

• It’s very ergonomic
• Good weight distribution
• Wireless
• Easy to use
• Multiple buttons (only Windows)
• You can change speeds via the DPI button

CONS

• You can’t change buttons on Mac
• Connection tends to lag when you sit in front of the signal with your arm
• Not that good when you use it for a long time

 

RGB Gaming Mouse

PROS

• Very stylish, maybe a bit over the top
• Braided USB cable
• VERY cheap: 3,99£… how is that even possible?
• RGB colors
• Don’t need a battery
• You can change speeds via the DPI button
• Multiple buttons (only Windows)
• The flat design works best for editing

CONS

• It’s an extra cable you need to plug in
• Again, no option to change buttons on Mac (yet)

VERDICT

For editing, I would go for the gaming-mouse. It’s very comfortable with it’s flat design, the price is barbaric (3.99£) and it just looks nice. I’ve been using this mouse the last couple of weeks and didn’t have any issues with it. The Bluetooth mouse tends to lose connection, needs a battery and your hand gets stiff after using it for a while. However, for some quick browsing and clicking, the Bluetooth mouse definitely does the job, but if you’re looking for a long-term mouse for editing and don’t want to spend 100$ for the all known Logitech-mouse, go for this RGB gaming mouse!