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MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£25
Avg. price in US: ~$30
Connectivity: wired
Maximum polling rate: 1000 Hz
Maximum DPI: 2000 DPI
Weight: 60 g

MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among mice and if it is worth buying.

5.1

Good

4.1

Poor

9.3

Exceptional

3.9
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
3.7
Maximum polling rate
24.0%
4.4
N. of programmable buttons
20.0%
2.8
Onboard memory profiles
16.0%
1.0
Maximum tracking speed
12.0%
9.1
Weight

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The Mad Catz R.A.T. 1+ is an ultra-lightweight, ambidextrous gaming mouse featuring a modular tripod chassis and a signature adjustable palm rest that adapts to palm, claw, or fingertip grip styles. Technical specifications include a PixArt PAW3205 optical sensor with a maximum resolution of 2000 DPI, 20G acceleration, and a 1ms polling rate, all housed in a frame weighing just 60 grams. Key advantages include its highly portable design, smooth gliding PTFE feet, and 5-million click rated switches, making it ideal for fatigue-free long sessions. However, its small physical dimensions may be uncomfortable for users with large hands, and the 2000 DPI sensor limit and 30 IPS tracking speed are relatively low compared to high-end competitive gaming peripherals.

Technical Specifications of MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus

Overall score

5.1

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Popularity

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.

Performance & Sensor

4.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

MAD

Maximum polling rate

What it is: The maximum number of position reports the mouse can send to the computer each second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

When it matters: When you are chasing the lowest possible input delay for competitive play and want the mouse reporting as often as possible.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

Wired polling rate

What it is: The polling rate the mouse reaches when it is connected with a cable.

When it matters: When you mainly use the mouse wired and want maximum responsiveness.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

2.4 GHz polling rate

What it is: The polling rate available when the mouse is used over a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.

When it matters: When you use the 2.4 GHz receiver and want near-wired performance.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

N/A

Bluetooth polling rate

What it is: The polling rate available when the mouse is connected through Bluetooth.

When it matters: When you use Bluetooth and want to understand the trade-off in responsiveness.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=125 Hz

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Connectivity

1.1

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Connectivity

What it is: The mouse's high-level connectivity class: wired only, wireless only, or both wired and wireless.

When it matters: When you need to know at a glance whether the mouse is wired, wireless, or flexible enough to support both.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth support

What it is: Shows whether the mouse can connect over Bluetooth instead of relying only on a wired link or proprietary USB receiver.

When it matters: When you want a dongle-free connection option for laptops, tablets, or devices with limited USB ports.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bluetooth version

What it is: The Bluetooth standard version supported by the mouse for wireless connectivity and compatibility.

When it matters: When you care about Bluetooth compatibility, efficiency, and connection quality.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.1

N/A

Proprietary 2.4 GHz support

What it is: Shows whether the mouse supports the brand's dedicated 2.4 GHz wireless system rather than relying only on Bluetooth.

When it matters: When you want the brand's fast low-latency wireless mode instead of depending only on Bluetooth performance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Receiver included

What it is: Shows whether a compatible wireless receiver is included in the box instead of needing to be bought separately.

When it matters: When you expect full wireless use immediately and do not want to buy extra accessories just to get started.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Battery & Charging

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: The operating time the mouse can deliver on a full charge or a fresh set of batteries under normal use.

When it matters: When the mouse needs to last through workdays, travel, or repeated gaming sessions without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >400 hours

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of energy the built-in battery can store, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of judging endurance from marketing hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=500 mAh

N/A

Battery form factor

What it is: The battery format used by the mouse, such as AA, AAA, integrated rechargeable cell, or another form.

When it matters: When you care whether the mouse uses easy-to-replace AA or AAA cells or a sealed rechargeable pack.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Rechargeable battery

What it is: Shows whether the mouse uses a rechargeable battery instead of relying only on disposable cells.

When it matters: When you prefer topping the mouse up over USB or a dock instead of buying disposable batteries repeatedly.

Importance: HIGH

Removable battery

What it is: Shows whether the battery can be removed and replaced by the user instead of being sealed inside the mouse.

When it matters: When long-term serviceability matters and you would rather replace the battery than replace the whole mouse later.

Importance: LOW

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Controls

2.8

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N. of buttons

What it is: The total number of physical buttons available on the mouse body.

When it matters: When you need enough physical controls for shortcuts, MMO binds, browser actions, or productivity commands.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7

N. of side buttons

What it is: The number of buttons placed on the side of the mouse, typically for thumb access.

When it matters: When thumb-access buttons matter for browser navigation, MMOs, or productivity shortcuts.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=2

N. of programmable buttons

What it is: The number of mouse buttons that can be customized or reassigned through software or onboard settings.

When it matters: When remapping flexibility matters and you want more actions moved off the keyboard.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7

DPI switching button

What it is: Shows whether the mouse includes a dedicated control for changing DPI levels on the fly.

When it matters: When you want to swap sensitivity instantly for sniping, browsing, editing, or different game genres.

Importance: MEDIUM

Profile switching button

What it is: Shows whether the mouse includes a dedicated control for changing onboard or saved profiles during use.

When it matters: When you switch between saved profiles for different games or work routines.

Importance: LOW

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Design

8.9

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Orientation

What it is: The hand orientation the mouse is designed for, such as right-handed, left-handed, or ambidextrous use.

When it matters: When hand comfort matters and you need a shape that fits your grip and dominant hand.

Importance: HIGH

ambidextrous

Weight

What it is: The overall weight of the mouse itself, which influences portability, comfort, and movement feel.

When it matters: When you care about how light or substantial the mouse feels during long sessions.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <100 g

Extra weights

What it is: The total weight of removable extra weights included for tuning the balance or feel of the mouse.

When it matters: When you care about tuning balance and overall heft instead of being locked into the stock feel.

Importance: LOW

Cable length

What it is: The length of the supplied cable used for wired operation or charging, usually measured in meters.

When it matters: When you need enough cable reach across your desk or charging setup.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=1.8 m

Cable type

What it is: The construction style of the cable, such as braided, rubber, or paracord, which affects flexibility and durability.

When it matters: When cable drag, flexibility, and durability affect how the mouse feels in use.

Importance: LOW

rubber

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Features

2.8

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Onboard memory profiles

What it is: The number of user profiles that can be stored directly in the mouse memory for use without reconfiguring software each time.

When it matters: When you use different games, apps, or devices and want settings saved directly on the mouse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=3

Onboard memory size

What it is: The amount of onboard memory available inside the mouse for storing settings, macros, or profiles.

When it matters: When you store complex macros, settings, or several onboard profiles.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=512 KB

Software name

What it is: The name of the official software used to configure the mouse, update firmware, or customize features.

When it matters: When software ecosystem and customization tools influence your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Mad Catz R.A.T. Software

Firmware upgradable

What it is: Shows whether the mouse can receive firmware updates for fixes, compatibility improvements, or feature changes.

When it matters: When you want the option for later fixes, stability improvements, or performance tweaks after purchase.

Importance: LOW

Suitable for gaming

What it is: Shows whether the mouse is positioned or tuned around gaming-focused speed, latency, and control features.

When it matters: When fast clicks, low latency, and gaming-oriented features are priorities.

Importance: MEDIUM

MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus vs the average mouse

Why is MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus better than the average mouse?

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27.5% lower mouse weight
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus weighs 60 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
Without cable.
What it is: The overall weight of the mouse itself, which influences portability, comfort, and movement feel.
When it matters: When you care about how light or substantial the mouse feels during long sessions.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <100 g
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus weighs 60 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.60 g vs 82.745 g
16.1% higher user score
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.29 vs 8.000).
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.
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.29 vs 8.000).9.29 vs 8
27.5% lower mouse weight
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus weighs 60 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.

Why is MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus worse than the average mouse?

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92.5% lower tracking speed
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
80% lower maximum DPI
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum DPI of 2,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
50% lower maximum acceleration
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
No angle snapping support
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 53.9% of mice support angle snapping.
1 fewer stored DPI steps
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
No receiver included
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
Limited connectivity
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
connection modes: wired.
No automatic sleep mode
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
No battery level indicator
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
25 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a switch durability of 5 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
Omron switches.
3 fewer programmable buttons
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has 3 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
2 fewer side buttons
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has 0 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
3 fewer buttons
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has 3 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
Thin glide feet
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus uses 0.6 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
3 years older release date
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a release date of 2,018, while the average mouse has a release date of 2,021.
No firmware upgrades
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 72.8% of mice support firmware upgrades.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse supports the brand's dedicated 2.4 GHz wireless system rather than relying only on Bluetooth.
When it matters: When you want the brand's fast low-latency wireless mode instead of depending only on Bluetooth performance.
Importance: MEDIUM
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
25 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a switch durability of 5 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
Omron switches.
What it is: The rated click lifespan of the primary switches, usually expressed in millions of clicks.
When it matters: When heavy clicking, long-term reliability, and avoiding early switch failure are part of the buying decision.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=70 million clicks
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a switch durability of 5 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.5 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
3 fewer programmable buttons
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has 3 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
What it is: The number of mouse buttons that can be customized or reassigned through software or onboard settings.
When it matters: When remapping flexibility matters and you want more actions moved off the keyboard.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=7
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has 3 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.3 vs 6
No firmware upgrades
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 72.8% of mice support firmware upgrades.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse can receive firmware updates for fixes, compatibility improvements, or feature changes.
When it matters: When you want the option for later fixes, stability improvements, or performance tweaks after purchase.
Importance: LOW
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 72.8% of mice support firmware upgrades.
92.5% lower tracking speed
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
What it is: The highest movement speed the sensor can track accurately before it starts losing precision, usually expressed in inches per second (IPS).
When it matters: When you make very fast swipes and do not want the sensor to lose tracking.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=400 IPS
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.30 IPS vs 400 IPS
80% lower maximum DPI
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum DPI of 2,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
What it is: The highest sensitivity setting supported by the mouse sensor, measured in dots per inch (DPI).
When it matters: When extremely high sensitivity is part of your setup, even if it matters less than sensor quality for most users.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=18000 DPI
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus has a maximum DPI of 2,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.2000 DPI vs 10000 DPI
No automatic sleep mode
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse automatically enters a low-power state after inactivity to reduce battery drain.
When it matters: When battery life matters but you do not want to remember to power the mouse down every time you step away.
Importance: LOW
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
No receiver included
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
What it is: Shows whether a compatible wireless receiver is included in the box instead of needing to be bought separately.
When it matters: When you expect full wireless use immediately and do not want to buy extra accessories just to get started.
Importance: MEDIUM
MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.

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What customers like about MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus?

Extremely lightweight (60g), making it ideal for fast movements and reducing fatigue.
Unique, modular skeleton design that stands out from traditional mice.
Adjustable palm rest allows for some customization of the mouse length to fit different hand sizes.
Highly portable and suitable for travel or laptop use due to its small footprint.
Ambidextrous design makes it accessible for both left and right-handed users.
Crisp and satisfying tactile feedback from the primary left and right buttons.

What customers dislike about MAD Catz R A T 1 Plus?

The sensor is prone to 'spinning out' or losing tracking during fast 'flick' movements in FPS games.
Stiff, non-braided cable can feel restrictive and lacks the flexibility of higher-end models.
Build quality feels somewhat 'cheap' or fragile due to the thin plastic modular parts.
Lack of side buttons limits its functionality for modern gaming and productivity.
The narrow grip area and lack of wrist support can be uncomfortable for non-claw grip users.
Inconsistent back/forward rocker switch that can be difficult to use accurately.

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