Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse (Black)

I have used the mouse for about a month now, so none of this is long-term. The mouse feels very nice, and there are no problems with the buttons or scroll wheel. The clicks feel good, and the side buttons feel really nice. I have not had the sensor mess up except for once, but that was because there was a hair on it. I highly suggest switching the AA battery for a AAA battery, and using an adapter or just some tinfoil (I'm using tinfoil), as it feels much nicer and less back-heavy. I have not noticed any major battery life loss so far. Doing this has made the mouse called a "cheap g pro wireless," but I have not tried one, so I cannot say. The software is relatively easy to use, and the DPI setting is obvious and easy. I wish you could set a mouse button to be ... MoreI have used the mouse for about a month now, so none of this is long-term. The mouse feels very nice, and there are no problems with the buttons or scroll wheel. The clicks feel good, and the side buttons feel really nice. I have not had the sensor mess up except for once, but that was because there was a hair on it. I highly suggest switching the AA battery for a AAA battery, and using an adapter or just some tinfoil (I'm using tinfoil), as it feels much nicer and less back-heavy. I have not noticed any major battery life loss so far. Doing this has made the mouse called a "cheap g pro wireless," but I have not tried one, so I cannot say. The software is relatively easy to use, and the DPI setting is obvious and easy. I wish you could set a mouse button to be simply "ButtonX," however, as it has to be set to a button or key. I've set my side buttons to F23 and F24 respectively as a replacement, which does effectively the same thing. I like how there is an option to save on onboard memory so I can continue using the same settings even at a computer without G Hub installed. The mouse only has half the max DPI of Logitech's flagship sensor, coming in at 12k DPI, but let's be honest, who actually uses more than 4,000? This is not really a downside. TLDR: Good mouse, but you should replace the AA battery for a AAA. In my opinion it is a good deal.

Almost Perfect

TL;DR Need one setup for work and play? This is your best choice - right now. Probably the best mouse I've ever used. And I've used a lot of mice for both media production and gaming. Pros: - Works immediately - Sensor is in the middle/true center - Accepts rechargeable AA batteries (no land-fill) - Ergonomic oval shape! Don't buy mice with indented sides. - Solid feel and balance - Super smooth glide - Looks professional, not a cartoon-carbon-fiber-clown-show. - Software adds full customizations for both work and games - There's a little compartment slot next to the battery that can hold the USB receiver if you need to throw it in a bag to go. Very clever! CONS... *If I MUST pick any areas for improvement* - Side buttons click action feels slightly mushy, but has ... MoreTL;DR Need one setup for work and play? This is your best choice - right now. Probably the best mouse I've ever used. And I've used a lot of mice for both media production and gaming. Pros: - Works immediately - Sensor is in the middle/true center - Accepts rechargeable AA batteries (no land-fill) - Ergonomic oval shape! Don't buy mice with indented sides. - Solid feel and balance - Super smooth glide - Looks professional, not a cartoon-carbon-fiber-clown-show. - Software adds full customizations for both work and games - There's a little compartment slot next to the battery that can hold the USB receiver if you need to throw it in a bag to go. Very clever! CONS... *If I MUST pick any areas for improvement* - Side buttons click action feels slightly mushy, but has adequate click feedback. Could be better but it's almost there. I love the current shape and finish. - Scroll wheel does not have a clutch to disable the tactile-clicky scrolling. In longer documents and websites, clicky wheels are way too slow. However, I understand that clicky wheels are superior for gaming. There are ways to customize your scrolling in the software, but it's not as intuitive and doesn't feel anywhere close to the super spinny scroll wheels on other Logitech options, like the MX Master and MX Anywhere series. - The G logo is visually brash. I wish it was gone. If this mouse were stealth, it would be probably be the best candidate for most people in most settings. This is nitpicking, and should not discourage buyers. I'm sure the logo will wear off after several years of use, but as it partially wears away, it'll look pretty gross. It would have been better as an etched area or slightly smoother texture than the rest of the mouse, with the same body color.

Best mouse for the price

Initially I bought a black one to replace another corded mouse. I'm in awe of what this mouse deliver. Normally I don't need the 1ms polling so I leave it at 8ms of endurance mode and just... get to work! The AA battery that comes with the mouse lasts a REALLY long time in this mode, many months now. My original black one unfortunately suffered some damage on the receiver from use but I simply had to buy another one of the same model, this time color lilac because it was cheaper (and pretty too!). The responsiveness of the mouse is simply on point and it's great for my work, which is as graphical designer. I don't need any of the RGB LED features and, lacking that, I think the battery life was improved greatly too! Now after the included AA battery of my original ... MoreInitially I bought a black one to replace another corded mouse. I'm in awe of what this mouse deliver. Normally I don't need the 1ms polling so I leave it at 8ms of endurance mode and just... get to work! The AA battery that comes with the mouse lasts a REALLY long time in this mode, many months now. My original black one unfortunately suffered some damage on the receiver from use but I simply had to buy another one of the same model, this time color lilac because it was cheaper (and pretty too!). The responsiveness of the mouse is simply on point and it's great for my work, which is as graphical designer. I don't need any of the RGB LED features and, lacking that, I think the battery life was improved greatly too! Now after the included AA battery of my original mouse ran out, I put in some Ni-MH rechargable batteries, capacity is 2400mAh. Same deal. Rarely need to charge and all I need to do is keep another one charged and replace if needed to get back at work. The mouse is also nice to let me know if a battery is almost ran out by flashing a red LED on the mouse itself and give an estimate battery level on the computer itself (I run Linux), so it will never catch me by surprise.

Excellent specs and feel, minor subjective gripes

I absolutely love how this mouse functions for both general use and gaming. The wireless is extremely responsive and smooth with zero hiccups so far. It has a perfect-to-me weight with batteries installed, and feels solidly built/quality. Crisp accurate clicks and just the right amount of buttons for me. The 12,000 DPI is perfect, personally. The one thing that is not perfect for me is the shape and size of the mouse itself. While this is more of a personal gripe, as I have hands on the larger side, it is sometimes difficult for me to avoid hitting right-click due to the shape and size in relation to my hand size and the way I tend to grip the mouse. It is something I am working on getting used to, as it isn't uncomfortable per say, but the frequency at which I ... MoreI absolutely love how this mouse functions for both general use and gaming. The wireless is extremely responsive and smooth with zero hiccups so far. It has a perfect-to-me weight with batteries installed, and feels solidly built/quality. Crisp accurate clicks and just the right amount of buttons for me. The 12,000 DPI is perfect, personally. The one thing that is not perfect for me is the shape and size of the mouse itself. While this is more of a personal gripe, as I have hands on the larger side, it is sometimes difficult for me to avoid hitting right-click due to the shape and size in relation to my hand size and the way I tend to grip the mouse. It is something I am working on getting used to, as it isn't uncomfortable per say, but the frequency at which I mistakenly right-click is pretty crazy. I have never had this issue with any other mice before so it is just my guess that it is a combination of the mouse's physical attributes and the size of my hand/grip style. Hopefully I can adjust to lessen this occurrence because I otherwise think the mouse is perfect for my needs. If it ends up being impossible for me to come to terms with I would like to try Logis larger wireless options such as the 700 series model. From what I have seen that is around a more appropriate size and shape for my hand and grip. Overall though, I have enjoyed this mouse more than I thought I would. Definitely a must-try if you have smaller or medium sized hands and a more appropriate grip style for this particular model than I have naturally developed over the years. Highly recommended mouse for people that fall into that category, still worth a shot if not.

Excellent value, basic wireless mouse for those looking to get into wireless peripherals

Really enjoy this mouse more than any other mouse I've had prior to it. While certainly not the top of the line, this mouse has everything I need. It fits perfectly in the palm, and while a bit smaller than something like the Razer Deathadder for example (which may be an issue if you enjoy a bigger mouse), that's one of the things I love about it. It is not however, something like a cheap laptop mouse in the sense that it's really tiny. I really enjoy the click of the two main mouse buttons and have had absolutely no issues with double clicking or missed clicks as of so far. The scroll wheel has very satisfying tactile feedback and works reliably. There are two side buttons that are really nice for navigating back and forth when web browsing for example. The ... MoreReally enjoy this mouse more than any other mouse I've had prior to it. While certainly not the top of the line, this mouse has everything I need. It fits perfectly in the palm, and while a bit smaller than something like the Razer Deathadder for example (which may be an issue if you enjoy a bigger mouse), that's one of the things I love about it. It is not however, something like a cheap laptop mouse in the sense that it's really tiny. I really enjoy the click of the two main mouse buttons and have had absolutely no issues with double clicking or missed clicks as of so far. The scroll wheel has very satisfying tactile feedback and works reliably. There are two side buttons that are really nice for navigating back and forth when web browsing for example. The adjustable DPI is a really nice feature and will come at 800 DPI out of the box, but can be configured up to 3200 DPI using only the DPI selector switch and up to 6400 DPI in GHUB. Personally, I set it to 1600 DPI and that is more than enough for my needs, but you can really go overkill if need be. The incredibly accurate sensor is what makes this mouse such a great value and it is perfect for gaming. Battery life is really solid for just a single AA battery, you'll probably get a few months of usage on a single batteryin endurance mode, but obviously less when using in performance mode. Haven't had any connection issues at all and latency seems to be on par if not slightly better than my old wired mouse, with the included dongle being simply plug and play on windows. Honestly, if you are fine without the bells and whistles of RGB and insane macro control, as well as being comfortable with a slightly smaller size, this mouse really cannot be beat for the price. I got this mouse slightly used and aside from a few barely noticeable cosmetic blemishes, you wouldn't know that this mouse wasn't new. This is a great introduction into wireless peripherals if you don't want to spend $100+ and will be great for the grand majority of people who do both productivity and gaming. I highly recommend purchasing this mouse.

Good Budget Mouse But With Some Caveats

This is a good budget wireless mouse, gaming feels good, great accuracy, great customization of settings in the Logitech software, but there are somethings that you will need to keep in mind if you are deciding to purchase. There is an issue with double clicking as the mouse gets older. Within 2 years, I have gone through two G305's. The first one last about a year and a half, while the second only lasted roughly three months. That's because eventually both mice would begin to register one click as two, and as the problem began it would get gradually worse and worse to the point the mouse was no longer useable. One other issue I personally found is battery life, it isn't as great as advertised. 250 is what is advertised, which if you're sitting for long play ... MoreThis is a good budget wireless mouse, gaming feels good, great accuracy, great customization of settings in the Logitech software, but there are somethings that you will need to keep in mind if you are deciding to purchase. There is an issue with double clicking as the mouse gets older. Within 2 years, I have gone through two G305's. The first one last about a year and a half, while the second only lasted roughly three months. That's because eventually both mice would begin to register one click as two, and as the problem began it would get gradually worse and worse to the point the mouse was no longer useable. One other issue I personally found is battery life, it isn't as great as advertised. 250 is what is advertised, which if you're sitting for long play sessions like I do (4+ hours of playtime per session), that's roughly 60~ days (maybe 30 if you're taking general everyday use into account). However, I was finding myself replacing the battery usually once per week, which got very expensive buying new AA batteries very fast. I'd chalk it up to the first mouse being a lemon, but both G305's I've owned have had both these issues, so I highly doubt it to be a lemon for both. I'd chalk up the double clicking issue to the mouse living it's intended lifespan, if it weren't for the second mouse only lasting 3 months before the same issue popped up, and extensive internet research telling me that double clicking is a common issue with this particular mouse model. If you're just getting started with PC gaming, or just need a cheap holdover until you can afford a higher quality mouse, then the G305 is a good choice, as when it works it works really well. Otherwise, you should consider saving up $20-$30 more and buyer a higher end mouse. My recommendation is both yes and no, but Best Buy only let's me select one or the other.

Good full size mouse

One of the best full-sized mice I've owned. Falling under the large palm demographics, even some full sized mice will tire my hand because of the curvature my hand needs to keep while resting on the mouse. My default model is the M510, so compared to that this is slightly smaller (length) by less than a quarter of an inch and slightly lighter, probably because it only uses 1 AA battery in comparison to the two the M510 uses. The movement capture is very smooth for the most part. I have, however, had some difficulties adjusting the wheel for a smooth scroll. The buttons are a little more sensitive in comparison to the M510. Also, trying to get the usb receiver was very frustrating. The space around it is not made for larger fingers and the receiver itself is very ... MoreOne of the best full-sized mice I've owned. Falling under the large palm demographics, even some full sized mice will tire my hand because of the curvature my hand needs to keep while resting on the mouse. My default model is the M510, so compared to that this is slightly smaller (length) by less than a quarter of an inch and slightly lighter, probably because it only uses 1 AA battery in comparison to the two the M510 uses. The movement capture is very smooth for the most part. I have, however, had some difficulties adjusting the wheel for a smooth scroll. The buttons are a little more sensitive in comparison to the M510. Also, trying to get the usb receiver was very frustrating. The space around it is not made for larger fingers and the receiver itself is very smooth, lacking any dimples or curvatures that would help getting a grip on it. Overall these are minor issues, and I would still recommend this item.

Great Wireless Gaming Entry Model

I've previously had the G203 Lightsync gaming mouse from Logitech, and I was absolutely in love with the feel of the mouse. The G305 Lightspeed mouse is essentially the wireless version with an upgraded optical sensor but no rgb lights. The latency difference between wired mice and wireless mice are nearly indistinguishable for the average user. The scroll wheel feels nice to use. The side buttons are decent for the price range. The only negative things I can really say about this mouse is that the primary and secondary button clicks are loud enough that it may annoy classmates, coworkers, etc. The mouse is also a bit small for people who prefer palm grip (should be fine if you use claw or fingertip grip though). The scroll wheel is also made of rubber which can ... MoreI've previously had the G203 Lightsync gaming mouse from Logitech, and I was absolutely in love with the feel of the mouse. The G305 Lightspeed mouse is essentially the wireless version with an upgraded optical sensor but no rgb lights. The latency difference between wired mice and wireless mice are nearly indistinguishable for the average user. The scroll wheel feels nice to use. The side buttons are decent for the price range. The only negative things I can really say about this mouse is that the primary and secondary button clicks are loud enough that it may annoy classmates, coworkers, etc. The mouse is also a bit small for people who prefer palm grip (should be fine if you use claw or fingertip grip though). The scroll wheel is also made of rubber which can accumulate some dirt. This mouse should last you a good 2 years of heavy use, possibly more. My G203 started to register ghost clicks after that amount of time, specifically with the right click. I play a lot of FPS games so it's likely that's how it started double clicking. Overall though, if you're new to the mouse market (whether it be for gaming, school, or work), this mouse is great for its value.

Nice gaming mouse

First, let me qualify this review by saying I'm not a hardcore gamer. Someone who is really into gaming and lightning response may disagree with me. But I find the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED wireless gaming mouse to be more than adequate for my needs. It feels very responsive and hasn't given me any problems up till now. It boasts a 250-hour battery life which I have yet to confirm but based on past experience with Logitech wireless mice I don't doubt the battery life will be exceptional. The DPI button allows you to cycle through 4 different DPI settings. I had recently purchased a Dell Alienware x17 R1 laptop and had also purchased an Alienware gaming keyboard and mouse to go with it. I was very disappointed in the mouse as it continually registered double mouse ... MoreFirst, let me qualify this review by saying I'm not a hardcore gamer. Someone who is really into gaming and lightning response may disagree with me. But I find the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED wireless gaming mouse to be more than adequate for my needs. It feels very responsive and hasn't given me any problems up till now. It boasts a 250-hour battery life which I have yet to confirm but based on past experience with Logitech wireless mice I don't doubt the battery life will be exceptional. The DPI button allows you to cycle through 4 different DPI settings. I had recently purchased a Dell Alienware x17 R1 laptop and had also purchased an Alienware gaming keyboard and mouse to go with it. I was very disappointed in the mouse as it continually registered double mouse clicks when I only clicked once, and the scroll wheel didn't work all that great either. But my new Logitech mouse works flawlessly. So far, I am very pleased with my purchase.

Solid Gaming/All Purpose Mouse

I am on my third G305 mouse in the last half decade between home, gaming and office use. I went through two pretty quickly that developed middle mouse button issues. At this point I decided to spend some extra money and upgraded to a Logitech G Pro Wireless. While this was not a perfect end experience I came back to this mouse because it is so good and the price is right even if it needs replacement eventually. I took the third to my office a little over two years ago and it has been a rockstar ever since. It is light enough and runs at a high enough resolution to keep my FPS side happy and never, ever has issues. It just works. For a gaming setting I still recommend it so long as you expect to replace it once every few years with hard use. There are definitely ... MoreI am on my third G305 mouse in the last half decade between home, gaming and office use. I went through two pretty quickly that developed middle mouse button issues. At this point I decided to spend some extra money and upgraded to a Logitech G Pro Wireless. While this was not a perfect end experience I came back to this mouse because it is so good and the price is right even if it needs replacement eventually. I took the third to my office a little over two years ago and it has been a rockstar ever since. It is light enough and runs at a high enough resolution to keep my FPS side happy and never, ever has issues. It just works. For a gaming setting I still recommend it so long as you expect to replace it once every few years with hard use. There are definitely better mice on the market. That is okay. This has been consistent, reliable, and worth the money when used in the office setting. You cannot go wrong with the G305.