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Cherry MC 1000 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£9Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:1200 DPIWeight:90 g

Cherry MC 1000 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

4.4

Overall score

Score
4.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

80%

3.4

Technical Score

20%

8.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 94% of mice
3.4

Technical Score

Technical score
3.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

36%

4.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

2.2

Controls

16%

7.0

Design

14%

1.0

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 98% of mice
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 2,269 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 63% of mice
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Verdict

The Cherry MC 1000 is a reliable, wired office mouse featuring a 1,200 dpi optical sensor and a symmetrical design suitable for both left- and right-handed users. Weighing approximately 90g and measuring 109 x 62 x 37 mm, this compact, three-button peripheral includes a scroll wheel and a 1.8-metre USB cable for flexible workstation setup. Its primary advantages include high-quality German-designed craftsmanship, durable switches rated for over 3 million actuations, and simple plug-and-play installation without the need for additional software. However, some users may find the fixed 1,200 dpi resolution limiting for gaming, the cable slightly stiff, and the overall plastic build feeling basic or lightweight compared to premium alternatives.

Technical Specifications of mouse Cherry MC 1000

Technical Score
Technical score
3.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

36%

4.3

Performance & Sensor

22%

2.2

Controls

16%

7.0

Design

14%

1.0

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

3.4
Cherry MC 1000 has a technical score of 3.4 points, which is lower than that of 97.6% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 2,269 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.3
Cherry MC 1000 has a user score of 8.27 points, which is higher than that of 62.6% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Cherry MC 1000 has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than that of 68.8% of products in this category.
7.8
Cherry MC 1000 has a popularity score of 7.8 points, which is higher than that of 68.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

60%

4.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.1
Cherry MC 1000 has a value-for-money score of 6.1 points, which is lower than that of 92.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
Cherry
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
125 Hz
Wired polling rate
125 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 125 Hz, which is lower than 89.2% of mice and equal to 10.8% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
N/A
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
no Bluetooth mode.
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This mouse supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
no
Bluetooth support
no
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
Receiver included
no
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This mouse does not include a receiver. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
N/A
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
3
N. of buttons
3
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 3 buttons, which is less than 91% of mice and equal to 8.5% of mice.
N. of side buttons
0
N. of side buttons
0
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 0 side buttons, which is less than 85.3% of mice and equal to 14.7% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
3
N. of programmable buttons
3
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 3 programmable buttons, which is less than 79.5% of mice and equal to 2% of mice.
DPI switching button
no
DPI switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This mouse does not include a DPI switching button. 85.4% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
90 g
Weight
90 g
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 90 g, which is heavier than 58.8% of mice and equal to 1.3% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
?
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Onboard memory profiles
0
Onboard memory profiles
0
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, which is less than 52.2% of mice and equal to 47.8% of mice.
Onboard memory size
0 KB
Onboard memory size
0 KB
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
Market range: <0 KB – >128 KB
This mouse has an onboard memory size of 0 KB, which is smaller than 12.6% of mice and equal to 87.4% of mice.
no onboard memory.
Software name
N/A
Firmware upgradable
no
Firmware upgradable
no
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This mouse does not support firmware upgrades. 77.7% of mice support firmware upgrades.
Suitable for gaming
no
Suitable for gaming
no
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Cherry MC 1000 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Cherry MC 1000 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Cherry MC 1000 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • 27 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    3 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 3 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    3 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 3 fewer programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 3 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    3 vs 6
  • No firmware upgrades
    Firmware upgradable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This mouse does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 77.6% of mice support firmware upgrades.
  • 88% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    1,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 1200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    1,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 87.5% lower wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    125 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • 20.7% worse value for money
    Cherry MC 1000 has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.06 vs 7.3).
    6.06 vs 7.31
  • 88% lower maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    1,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 1200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    1,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 87.5% lower wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    125 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • No adjustable DPI
    Adjustable DPI
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This mouse does not support adjustable DPI, while the average mouse does. 93.9% of mice support adjustable DPI.
  • 1,000 DPI higher minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    1,200 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1200 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,200 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 37.5% lower tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    250 IPS
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 250 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    250 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 27 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    3 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 3 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    3 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 3 fewer programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 3 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    3 vs 6
  • No DPI switching button
    DPI switching button
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This mouse does not include a DPI switching button, while the average mouse does. 85.3% of mice include a DPI switching button.
  • 2 fewer side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 0 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    0 vs 2
  • 3 fewer buttons
    N. of buttons
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 3 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    3 vs 6
  • 9.8% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    90 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 90 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    90 g vs 82 g
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 6 older release date
    Release date
    2015
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This mouse has a release date of 2015, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    March 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • No firmware upgrades
    Firmware upgradable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This mouse does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 77.6% of mice support firmware upgrades.
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • Not suitable for gaming
    Suitable for gaming
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 2,269 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Cherry MC 1000?

  • Excellent value for money and highly affordable
  • High-quality, durable build that is 'made to last'
  • Ambidextrous/symmetrical design suitable for both left and right-handed users
  • Simple, clean, and minimal 'no-nonsense' design without unnecessary frills
  • Quiet clicking and smooth gliding on most surfaces
  • Reliable and precise optical sensor (1200 DPI) for office work and web browsing
  • Long 1.8m cable provides flexibility for under-desk PC setups
  • Plug-and-play functionality with immediate recognition on Windows and Linux

What customers dislike about Cherry MC 1000?

  • Not suitable for gaming due to lower DPI and basic 3-button layout
  • Basic 1200 DPI resolution may feel sluggish on high-resolution monitors
  • Small or low-profile shape may feel 'awkward' or less ergonomic for users with large hands
  • Simple plastic construction can feel 'cheap' to some users compared to premium mice
  • Cable can be somewhat stiff out of the box
  • Reported issues with the scroll wheel skipping or jumping after extended use (e.g., 16 months)

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