Shop for pointing devices

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Mad Catz Cyborg R.A.T. 9 is the most expensive gaming mouse we know of, but its vast customizability, unique features, and strong performance make it a worthwhile expense for demanding PC gamers. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 5600 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Hi-Speed USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Logitech's Touch Mouse M600 works well enough, but it's not as ambitious as Apple's and Microsoft's competing touch mice, which means Logitech shouldn't be asking for the same price as its competition. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Optical, USB, AA type

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 109 reviews

The Bottom Line: Apple's new wireless Magic Mouse gets a sleek makeover and even has multitouch controls, but it's better as a portable laptop companion rather than a full-size desktop accessory. The swiping gestures add interactivity to Web browsing and media, but the awkwardly narrow single button design leaves us reaching for better mice from Logitech and others. Read review

Specs: Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later, External, Mac, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Bluetooth, AA type, Mouse

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: A great input device if you do a lot of brush-based graphics, the Cintiq 12WX nonetheless has some awkward design aspects and a bit of a high price. Read review

Specs: External, PC, Mac, 4 pin USB Type A, 29 pin combined DVI, 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), Stylus, Digitizer, Wired, Electromagnetic, 12.1 in, 1280 x 800, 180 cd/m2, USB, Display / video

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 89 reviews

The Bottom Line: Every year we think Logitech has pushed the cordless laser mouse to the limit of functionality, and we're always proved wrong. The MX Revolution has a few minor issues, but for the most part, this high-end mouse continues Logitech's streak of market leadership and innovative design. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X 10.2.8, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Black, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: Microsoft's updated IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 brings a few gamer-friendly tweaks to the design of the venerable mouse. We don't expect that it will win over the hard-core gamer, but for everyone else, the IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is a fine mouse with only a few minor issues. Read review

Specs: External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), Mouse, Wired, Optical, Dark gray, USB, Mouse

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.7 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The HP X7000 Wi-Fi Touch Mouse frees up USB ports by pairing through a wireless adapter, but its hypersensitive touch dial and accident-prone design make it frustrating to use. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 1600 cpi, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Black, Mouse

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 14 reviews

The Bottom Line: Logitech finally earns a CNET Editors' Choice award with this update to its flagship gaming mouse. An extra thumb button, an updated laser sensor, and more convenient and flexible customization options than the competition make this mouse easy to recommend to any PC gamer. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, External, PC, 2000 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Laser, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 10 reviews

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 5600 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Laser, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 34 reviews

The Bottom Line: We can't say that we've ever wished our mouse weighed just 1.5 grams more, but if you're a gamer with the accuracy of an Army sniper--or hope to become one--you will appreciate the Logitech G5 Laser Mouse's vast customizability. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, External, PC, 2000 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Laser, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 5700 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Black, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.4 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 37 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 is a decent choice for mobile users, but the Logitech V400 is a far better one. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 2000, External, Mac, PC, 1000 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Optical, Light gray, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Logitech is relying on appealing look of its unique Cube Mouse to justify its price, but it should offer a few more useful navigation or presentation features. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, Apple Mac OSX 10.or later, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Black, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 67 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Logitech VX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks is the ultimate mousing experience on the go, providing comfort, performance, and features in a travel-friendly form factor. If you can afford its $79 price, you won't be disappointed. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X 10.2.8, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Laser, Black, AA type, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, External, PC, 4000 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Laser, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X 10.5 or later, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, 29 pin combined DVI, Digitizer, Stylus, Wired, Electromagnetic, 24.1 in, 1920 x 1200, 190 cd/m2, USB, Display / video

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 43 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you have Tiger, Apple's Mighty Mouse is worth a look, but if you're a Windows user or have an older Mac operating system, better mousing options are available. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 2000, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Optical, White, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: With its impressive bundled software package and comfortable pen and mouse, the Wacom Graphire4 4x5 package offers enough functionality for the price to seduce mouse-only users. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 2000, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Stylus, Digitizer, Wired, Silver, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The latest Gyration Air Mouse Elite is a welcome relief from "mouse arm" and works well as a presentation device for intermittent use, but it lacks the flair of other pointing solutions. You'll certainly find satisfaction in the Gyration Air Mouse Elite if you're just getting into the gyroscopic market, but if you want the best of the best, we recommend spending more on the Logitech MX Air. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, External, PC, Mouse, Wireless, Laser / gyroscopic, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Microsoft Windows Optical Mouse 5000 is a straightforward, reliable mouse for basic home or office productivity. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP 4 or higher, External, Mac, PC, 1000 dpi, 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, Optical, Black, Mouse, USB, AA type

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista SP3, Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Apple Mac OS 10.4.0 or later, External, Mac, PC, 600 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Digital pen, Wireless, Ultrasound / infrared, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Logitech is relying on appealing look of its unique Cube Mouse to justify its price, but it should offer a few more useful navigation or presentation features. Read review

Specs: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7, Apple Mac OSX 10.or later, External, Mac, PC, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wireless, White, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X 10.4 or later, External, Mac, PC, 6400 dpi, 4 pin USB Type A, Mouse, Wired, Wireless, Laser / optical, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows ME, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, External, Mac, PC, Mouse, Wireless, Optical / gyroscopic, USB

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: External, PC, Whiteboard