This is an extremely lightweight mouse with loads of features but is extremely well made. Can be used wirelessly or plugged in and all cables and adaptors are included. The lights in the mouse look amazing but they can be turned off or changed if required. Mouse is very smooth to use and precise Ideal for gaming or general workflow Easily my new favourite mouse. Absolutely love this mouse the feel and comfort of this is unlike any mouse I've used before. I have no faults to list so far in using this for a week

I was a bit worried this mouse would be heavy and cumbersome to use, but neither is true! Firstly, the mouse is really light for something of its size and features, and secondly, it fits in my hand perfectly and is easy to use. I did have some initial issues with setting up the buttons on my mouse with my Mac, as I found the instructions to be minimal and not a lot of help, but after a 5 minute Google, I found the information I needed and set it up quickly after that! The buttons are really responsive, and the clicking of the mouse feels firm and responsive. I normally use a gaming mouse for only gaming, due to a gaming mouse normally being better suited only for games use due to all the buttons and potentially weird layouts, but I have actually swopped this for my ... MoreI was a bit worried this mouse would be heavy and cumbersome to use, but neither is true! Firstly, the mouse is really light for something of its size and features, and secondly, it fits in my hand perfectly and is easy to use. I did have some initial issues with setting up the buttons on my mouse with my Mac, as I found the instructions to be minimal and not a lot of help, but after a 5 minute Google, I found the information I needed and set it up quickly after that! The buttons are really responsive, and the clicking of the mouse feels firm and responsive. I normally use a gaming mouse for only gaming, due to a gaming mouse normally being better suited only for games use due to all the buttons and potentially weird layouts, but I have actually swopped this for my normal mouse that I use for work for this mouse, and it works brilliantly for everything my dull old mouse did, although I do get some funny looks from colleagues when I pull out this crazy looking mouse with funky colour changing lights! They're just jealous! No matter whether using this for gaming, or normal use, I certainly recommend this mouse, I'm really enjoying using it!

So I received a package in the mail which I thought was strange because I hadn’t ordered anything just to open up to this beauty of a mouse which may I add was sent to me for free by influenster for me to review. Once I unpackaged it I held it in my hand and it feels so comfortable very lightweight, the extra buttons are in a perfect place and the shape is perfect for my hand. This mouse just glides on my mouse mat which is great especially with my double monitor setup I can easily go from one screen to the other. The buttons on the mouse have that mechanical click to them which I personally like. I also downloaded and installed the software for it which was easy to do and setting up this device was easy and hassle free( it just needed a firmware update which took 3 ... MoreSo I received a package in the mail which I thought was strange because I hadn’t ordered anything just to open up to this beauty of a mouse which may I add was sent to me for free by influenster for me to review. Once I unpackaged it I held it in my hand and it feels so comfortable very lightweight, the extra buttons are in a perfect place and the shape is perfect for my hand. This mouse just glides on my mouse mat which is great especially with my double monitor setup I can easily go from one screen to the other. The buttons on the mouse have that mechanical click to them which I personally like. I also downloaded and installed the software for it which was easy to do and setting up this device was easy and hassle free( it just needed a firmware update which took 3 mins maximum) and once I played with the software a little I got to a configuration I like. There was a lot of different options in terms of colours and a few options for effects etc for the lights on the mouse. All In all I really like this product so a massive thank you influenster. Ergonomics 10/10 setup10/10 satisfaction 10/10. Looks like I’m keeping this mouse and I will be using this for a long time I would 100% recommend this product if your looking to replace an old mouse or if your wanting a great. Gaming mouse.

It has tons of battery, i usually charge mine when finished on the computer but probably dont need to. Feels very stong and sturdy, dont think it would be easily btoken which is great considering ive got 2 very inquisitive kids. Love the glowing colours that change ever so slightly. 10/10 would recommend.

On unboxing, I was super impressed with how well this item was packaged. I’m a stickler for good presentation and this mouse really exceeded my exceptions. The mouse is super light and I love the multiple pairing options. Upon switching on the Bluetooth, my laptop immediately recognised and connected to the mouse. I initially used the mouse as a standard mouse, in my day to day work. I was super impressed by the accuracy of it and the ergonomics of it. I then gave it a really good workout in world of Warcraft. A game I hadn’t played in ages, but wanted to give it a go given the mouse was recommended for this game. The 18 programmable buttons took a while to get used to, but once I did - wow what an improvement. I’ve since downloaded steel series GG so I can ... MoreOn unboxing, I was super impressed with how well this item was packaged. I’m a stickler for good presentation and this mouse really exceeded my exceptions. The mouse is super light and I love the multiple pairing options. Upon switching on the Bluetooth, my laptop immediately recognised and connected to the mouse. I initially used the mouse as a standard mouse, in my day to day work. I was super impressed by the accuracy of it and the ergonomics of it. I then gave it a really good workout in world of Warcraft. A game I hadn’t played in ages, but wanted to give it a go given the mouse was recommended for this game. The 18 programmable buttons took a while to get used to, but once I did - wow what an improvement. I’ve since downloaded steel series GG so I can customise functions and colours. This is a great feature. Given the price, I struggle to find a single fault with this gaming mouse and would recommend it. 10/10

An okay mouse with confusing ideas

Is it light? Yes. But why did they add 12 buttons to the side? And the software is somewhat confused on Windows 10, every time I use the mouse wirelessly it thinks that a restart is required. Other than that, it's a good mouse. But the Rival 650 Wireless beats it in every category but weight.

Faulty out the box; broke within two months

I bought this for both the lightweight advantage it provides in FPS games, as well as the great ease of access with keybindings for MMORPGs. For the most part it was great at both, however within the first few days, it would just disconnect randomly. I could look past that with a quick switch off and switch on. But today, two months after I purchased this mouse, it now will not work. It doesn't connect with the adapter over 2.4Ghz wireless. It isn't recognized as a device under bluetooth. It doesn't connect while plugged in directly to my PC. If this was a $50 mouse I would've just bought another, but this thing is $300. This just tells me that in 2022, wireless technology is trash, just like this mouse. Stick to wired mice and avoid this, because it isn't worth the ... MoreI bought this for both the lightweight advantage it provides in FPS games, as well as the great ease of access with keybindings for MMORPGs. For the most part it was great at both, however within the first few days, it would just disconnect randomly. I could look past that with a quick switch off and switch on. But today, two months after I purchased this mouse, it now will not work. It doesn't connect with the adapter over 2.4Ghz wireless. It isn't recognized as a device under bluetooth. It doesn't connect while plugged in directly to my PC. If this was a $50 mouse I would've just bought another, but this thing is $300. This just tells me that in 2022, wireless technology is trash, just like this mouse. Stick to wired mice and avoid this, because it isn't worth the price. I'm contacting the team about a replacement unit. If it works, I'll update the review.

Great Mouse

Unbelievably light, side buttons are mostly easily usable for me, some are in more awkward spots but that's to be expected.I did have a strange issue where the left mouse button wasn't clicking but I just clicked a few more times and it went back to normal.Would recommend if you play MMO games and want a lightweight wireless mouse. If you don't play MMO or need so many macro keys then there would be cheaper options that will work just as well.

Great for FPS and MMORPGs - First unit was faulty however.

Updating my review. So. When I initially got this mouse, it was faulty out of the box. Within two months it would no longer connect over wireless or wired modes. For this reason, I cannot give it a five star, despite having a functional replacement unit. I got in contact with "Chubs (SteelSeries Customer Experience)" over email. Excellent support. We concluded that it was an issue hardware side. For that reason, I struggle to recommend this strongly. I got my replacement unit and I've had it for about two weeks with no issue.This mouse is absurdly lightweight. Plays fantastic in FPS games such as CoD, and I feel like I've played the best that I ever have in years. The side buttons are great for MMORPG too, such as FFXIV. They're customizable too so I have some ... MoreUpdating my review. So. When I initially got this mouse, it was faulty out of the box. Within two months it would no longer connect over wireless or wired modes. For this reason, I cannot give it a five star, despite having a functional replacement unit. I got in contact with "Chubs (SteelSeries Customer Experience)" over email. Excellent support. We concluded that it was an issue hardware side. For that reason, I struggle to recommend this strongly. I got my replacement unit and I've had it for about two weeks with no issue.This mouse is absurdly lightweight. Plays fantastic in FPS games such as CoD, and I feel like I've played the best that I ever have in years. The side buttons are great for MMORPG too, such as FFXIV. They're customizable too so I have some macros set up like auto clicker and app control (Spotify) in a separate profile to when I'm playing games that actually require all 12 buttons. Speaking of which, the buttons take a little getting used to, but it's not too hard to figure out where which buttons are. I will say it could be a little difficult to comfortably reach all buttons if you have small hands.It's an expenny mouse for sure, but if you need a mouse that's great for FPS games and MMORPGs both, from my research and experience, there's nothing better.

Kian's review of STEELSERIES Aerox 5 RGB Wireless Optical Gaming Mouse

Pros: The Aerox 5 is a wonderful mouse wielding an INCREDIBLE battery life and performance to contend with the high flyers in the wireless gaming mice market. Playing competitive multiplayer games on PC requires fantastic hardware more than ever thanks to the controller world being equipped with aim-assist and potential to be “adjusted” leading to a borderline advantage. The Aerox 5 minimises that advantage extensively. I must add, the customisation thanks to the SteelSeries GG App is absolutely mind-blowing.Cons: I’ve tried many different types of mice ranging from office types to your market leaders in gaming. The Aerox 5 unfortunately has no physical adjustment for weight and requires its own SteelSeries accessories to perform at its best. Certainly a better ... MorePros: The Aerox 5 is a wonderful mouse wielding an INCREDIBLE battery life and performance to contend with the high flyers in the wireless gaming mice market. Playing competitive multiplayer games on PC requires fantastic hardware more than ever thanks to the controller world being equipped with aim-assist and potential to be “adjusted” leading to a borderline advantage. The Aerox 5 minimises that advantage extensively. I must add, the customisation thanks to the SteelSeries GG App is absolutely mind-blowing.Cons: I’ve tried many different types of mice ranging from office types to your market leaders in gaming. The Aerox 5 unfortunately has no physical adjustment for weight and requires its own SteelSeries accessories to perform at its best. Certainly a better bang for your buck than it’s big brother - the Aerox 9 but surprisingly I believe even Razer at similar price points perform just as well. If I wasn’t lucky enough to acquire the Aerox 5 for a filthy cheap price I would’ve gone for Logitech. Bear in mind these differences are incredibly small but that’s unfortunately what you have to deal with when comparing computer mice.