Hey guys, I’m Roland the Techusiast, and I’ve been using the Logitech MX
Master 3S wireless mouse for about 3 weeks. Here’s the full review, enjoy!
The packing of the Logitech MX Master 3S is minimal. The box contains all of the
necessary information, including the Logitech Bolt dongle, and a USB-A to USB-C cable for charging.
It contains all of the usual paperwork, and information you need to get started.
The setup was simple and straightforward. You can connect the mouse via Bluetooth
or with the provided Logitech Bolt dongle. I connected the mouse with the plug-in method,
and I was required to pair it with the Logitech Bolt application first. After the connection
was made, it automatically appeared on the Logitech Options+ application. The entire setup
took about two minutes, and the instructions were easy to follow — no complaints from me.
Before I talk about the design of the MX Master 3S, let me address the dirty look. Logitech sent
me the white version, and while I think it looks absolutely fantastic, I will not recommend anyone
to buy this colour. I always use my keyboard and mouse with clean hands, but this gets
so dirty so fast that it’s not something that I’d recommend anyone to purchase. The graphite
version barely shows any discoloration, so I recommend only that particular model.
I’ve tried to clean the mouse with 70% Isopropyl alcohol, but it didn’t do much. If you have any
tips on how to get these stains out of the white material, let me know in the comments.
Moving on from the dirty looks, the Logitech MX Master 3S looks and feels comfortable,
and it’s made to sit perfectly in your right-hand. The mouse is designed to
follow the curvature of the palm of your hand, and it’s really comfortable to use
for long hours on a daily basis, and I never once had a cramp or any hand-related pain.
The mouse looks ergonomic, and it’s sculpted for all-day comfort. It has a textured surface,
and it’s a pleasure to use this mouse for all work-related tasks,
and even some light gaming. There is a thumb control for gesture navigation,
two-buttons to go back or forward, a side scroll wheel to precisely adjust content on the screen,
and a horizontal scroll wheel, which also has a click functionality.
The bottom of the device houses the power switch. There you can find,
two feet that helps precisely track your hand movements on pretty much any surface,
and a device selector to quickly switch between different computers.
When it comes to features, it’s a pretty jam-packed wireless mouse,
and the Logitech Options+ software tool lets you customize just about everything you need.
There is an option to change the functionality for every single button,
and there’s a large selection of shortcuts and features to choose from. For example,
you can change the gesture button to do something when you hold it down and move it to the left.
As I’ve mentioned earlier, this is a right-handed mouse, and while there’s no left-handed option
to be found, there is a feature that lets users swap the left and right clicks in the settings,
so while it’s not ideal for left-handed users, it’s something, to say the least.
The point and scroll settings can also be tweaked for the thumb wheel, scroll wheel,
and pointer. All of these can be adjusted to your needs and requirements,
and the scroll direction can also be changed. In the pointer speed selection,
you can also change the sensor’s speed and enable the 8K DPI setting. This can be handy if you have
a multi-monitor setup and want to jump quickly across multiple 4K or higher resolution displays.
There’s also a Smooth scrolling feature, which I recommend everyone to enable. There’s also
a SmartShift option to change between Free Spin or the ratchet scrolling modes. You can
also change the functionality for each of these buttons based on the application you’re using,
and there are some pre-built ones for Photoshop, Premier, and more apps.
The top button also acts as a shortcut that toggles between these two scrolling modes.
I normally rely on free spin for most of the work and general browsing I do,
and I only switch to the ratchet option when I play games.
Like the Logitech MX Mechanical keyboard, this has an easy-switch option on the bottom,
letting you switch between three devices. The mouse can pair with laptops, smartphones,
tablets, and just about any Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Logitech Flow is still here from previous MX Master mice, and it lets you move between
different operating systems and computers. It also enables you to manage your files by
copying and pasting them across multiple devices. The mouse feels comfortable and it’s a pleasure
to use for long periods on a daily basis. The clicks are dead silent,
and because of that, I don’t think I’ll be able to demonstrate it for you properly,
so you’ll just have to take my word for it. That being said, if you work from home,
or in an office, and you hate how clicky some mice can be, you’ll love this.
The gesture button was audible on the MX Master 3,
but it’s completely silent on the MX Master 3S, and the click is muted to the point where it
feels very hard to tell whether it has been pressed. I wish it provided more feedback,
and it’s definitely something that caused me confusion during the past few weeks.
Other than that, the mouse movement and tracking were always on point, and there was no jitter or
latency problem. The scrolling wheel was a real joy to use when programming or surfing the web,
and overall, I’m very pleased with the performance of the Logitech MX Master 3S.
The battery of the Logitech MX Master 3S can last a long time on a single
charge. Logitech advertises the battery to last up to 70-days on a single charge,
and a quick 1-minute top-up can reportedly give your 3-hours of use, which is excellent.
I’ve used the mouse for a little more than three weeks, and I found that the battery can last for
about (2/3) two-thirds of what is advertised, but keep in mind that I use my computer a lot,
so your mileage may vary. I use the mouse for all work-related stuff, and everything
else on the side, so it gets used for more than 10 hours a day, if not more on some other days.
That being said, the fact that a wireless mouse can easily last for more than a month
on a single charge is impressive, and I’m sure it’ll hold up well over the years.
I’ve used the Logitech MX Master 2S for more than 6 years,
and I’ve only charged it on a monthly basis. I expect the MX Master 3S to hold
up just as well over the years, so it gets the much-deserved recommendation from me.
When it comes to charging, there’s a USB-C port on the front of the device,
which means that you can plug it in and continue using it,
even when it’s really low on battery. That alone is a must-have, and could
be a lifesaver. Apple once again has a thing or two to learn from companies like Logitech.
Here we go, conclusion time! If you’re looking for a comfortable mouse that works across
multiple devices, is fully customizable, and has silent clicks, this gets my recommendation.
However, the MX Master 3 is still an excellent buy if you prefer louder clicks,
and you don’t need the 8,000 DPI setting. It’s slightly cheaper,
and you could save a little bit of money by going with the slightly older version.
Additionally, I can only vouch for the graphite mouse as the white one gets very
dirty in no time. Other than that, that’s pretty much it. Logitech has been my number
one choice for peripherals for many years, and the MX Master 3S doesn’t disappoint.
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