[SOLVED] Looking for reliable mouse that will last longer than a year

[10pies]

I've been through 2 different models of (mice? mouses? meese?), both of which started having hardware issues within a year of use.

Logitech G600 - left click began to stick/register multiple clicks on one click.
Corsair M65 - same issue as the above ^ but with the middle mouse button (scroll).

I've gotten three separate G600s (foolishly) and they all ended up having the identical left mouse button defect.
The Corsair G65 I'm currently using recently started having the same issue but with the middle mouse button, and for my applications it's completely unusable. None of these were purchased used/refurbished.

So I'm in the market for a mouse, and I'd like some advice on a resilient brand/model that won't need to be replaced for a while. In terms of uses, anything similar to the M65 is perfect as long as it doesn't get busted after some months use. thanks in advance

 

[thx1138v2]

I've used a Logitech M-U0007 for about 5 years now.

 

[Ralston18]

Start here:

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/best-gaming-mice,6177.html

And, no criticism intended, you may just be one of those people who tend to be rough on a mouse and/or keyboard.

If you game a lot, playing hard, with lots of left clicks, any mouse (or some component therein) will reach its designed EOL (End of life) much sooner.

For any mouse you consider read reviews and postings by confirmed purchasers. Look in the manufacturer's forums and FAQs for problems related to product failures and defects. Pay attention to what is said and what is not said.

Think about paying a few extra dollars for a warranty that will provide a replacement mouse free of charge if the purchased mouse breaks. However, those warranties can be problematic with respect to terms and conditions. Read the fine print.

 

[10pies]

Start here:

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/best-gaming-mice,6177.html

And, no criticism intended, you may just be one of those people who tend to be rough on a mouse and/or keyboard.

If you game a lot, playing hard, with lots of left clicks, any mouse (or some component therein) will reach its designed EOL (End of life) much sooner.

I was trying to imply that I worked the mouse harsher, but I apologise if that wasn't clear.
I've seen many "top mouse" lists, but none of them were helpful in finding a product that suits someone that's "hard" on the mouse. I can do a Google search to find which mouse has what features, the question here was for anyone who's had a similar experience, and to learn which mouse they settled on. Once I find a product I will definitely do a fair amount of research on it, but I was hoping for a nudge to direct me towards a more "resilient" mouse if it exists. thanks for the responses

 

[delaro]

Logitech MX518
Razor DeathAdder Elite

The original MX518 took quite the abuse it was absurdly popular at competitions.

 

[Ralston18]

Fair enough. No problem.

Other suggestions and ideas are certainly welcome: e.g., @delaro's post.

What makes the overall issue difficult is that successful products, companies, etc. get greedy (cut quality), change internal management, or get bought out and then " all of the above".

So what was once a good end user product becomes not so good.

The times we live in......

 

[delaro]

Any of these have replaceable switches and you can replace the button that depresses the switch which is what wears out on cheap Wal Mart mice. The Pugio, for example, comes with 2 extra switches stored inside the mouse.

Asus ROG Pugio $94
Asus ROG Sica $40
RoG Gladius $45
RoG Gladius II $55
Epic Gear Morpha X $110
Taidu TSG550 $45
Corsair Glaive RGB $48

The latest Omron switches claim 50 million clicks provided the rest of the mouse lasts as long.

 

[jwcrellin]

I use a Logitec G 502 Proteus wired. They just came out with a wireless G mouse recently, I think Linus took a look at it.

 

[10pies]

Thanks @delaro I'll have a look into mice with replaceable switches.

@Ralston18 yeah it's a real shame that it's come down to that. The whole built-in obsolescence thing might be getting out of hand

@jwcrellin I'll check out some of Linus' mouse reviews for some insight

thanks for the suggestions everyone