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Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£35
Avg. price in US: ~$30
Connectivity: wireless
Maximum polling rate: 125 Hz
Maximum DPI: 1800 DPI
Weight: 78 g

Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among mice and if it is worth buying.

5.6

Good

4.6

Poor

9.4

Exceptional

2.0
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Maximum polling rate
24.0%
2.1
N. of programmable buttons
20.0%
1.0
Onboard memory profiles
16.0%
1.0
Maximum tracking speed
12.0%
7.5
Weight

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The Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is a compact, ambidextrous Bluetooth 4.2 peripheral featuring a slim, low-profile design (107.2 x 60.3 x 25.8 mm) and weighing just 78g with its two required AAA batteries. It utilizes proprietary BlueTrack technology for accurate tracking on diverse surfaces and offers a 1000 DPI resolution, a high-quality metal scroll wheel, and up to 12 months of battery life. Main pros include its exceptional portability, seamless dongle-free connectivity with Swift Pair support, and quiet, sturdy clicks that make it ideal for travel. However, its extremely flat ergonomics provide minimal palm support, making it less suitable for users with large hands or those who prefer a claw grip, and it lack advanced features like programmable side buttons or adjustable DPI hardware switches.

Technical Specifications of Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse

Overall score

5.6

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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

4.0

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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

Microsoft

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

N/A

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

1.3

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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

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

6.6

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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

AAA

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

5.0

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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

7.6

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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

N/A

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

N/A

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Features

3.3

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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

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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

Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse vs the average mouse

Why is Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse better than the average mouse?

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Removable battery
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
17.8% higher user score
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.42 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.
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.42 vs 8.000).9.42 vs 8
13.9 mm lower mouse height
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 25.8 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
What it is: The height of the mouse from its base to the highest point of the shell.
When it matters: When palm support and the hump shape affect your comfort during long use.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <39 mm
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 25.8 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.25.8 mm vs 39.7 mm
Bluetooth support
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
5.7 mm narrower mouse width
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 60.3 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.
What it is: The total side-to-side width of the mouse body.
When it matters: When side support and grip width matter for control and comfort.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <64 mm
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 60.3 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.60.3 mm vs 66 mm
5.7% lower mouse weight
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse weighs 78 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse weighs 78 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.78 g vs 82.745 g
Bluetooth support
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Removable battery
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
13.9 mm lower mouse height
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 25.8 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
5.7% lower mouse weight
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse weighs 78 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
5.7 mm narrower mouse width
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is 60.3 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.

Battery & Charging

Why is Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse worse than the average mouse?

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87.5% lower maximum polling rate
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
92.5% lower tracking speed
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
82% lower maximum DPI
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum DPI of 1,800 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
75% lower maximum acceleration
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum acceleration of 10 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
No angle snapping support
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 53.9% of mice support angle snapping.
200 DPI higher minimum setting
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a minimum DPI of 400 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
5 fewer programmable buttons
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has 1 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
No DPI switching button
Microsoft Modern Mobile 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has 0 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
2 fewer buttons
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has 4 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
No RGB lighting
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
3 older release date
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a release date of 2,018, while the average mouse has a release date of 2,021.
June 2018
1 fewer onboard profiles
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
Not suitable for gaming
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 75.8% of mice are suitable for gaming.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
87.5% lower maximum polling rate
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.125 Hz vs 1000 Hz
5 fewer programmable buttons
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has 1 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has 1 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.1 vs 6
92.5% lower tracking speed
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse 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
82% lower maximum DPI
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum DPI of 1,800 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse has a maximum DPI of 1,800 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.1800 DPI vs 10000 DPI
1 fewer onboard profiles
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.0 vs 1
No receiver included
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
Not suitable for gaming
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 75.8% of mice are 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
Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 75.8% of mice are suitable for gaming.

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What customers like about Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse?

Ultra-portable slim and lightweight design suitable for travel
Premium feel with a sturdy metal scroll wheel
Long-lasting battery life of up to 12 months on two AAA batteries
Affordable price point for a high-quality Bluetooth peripheral
Reliable and quick Bluetooth pairing, often supporting Swift Pair
Smooth and precise tracking using BlueTrack technology

What customers dislike about Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse?

Uncomfortable low-profile shape can cause hand strain during long use
Lacks advanced features like programmable buttons or a DPI slider
Not ideal for users with larger hands or those who prefer a claw grip
Requires a mouse pad for optimal gliding on many surfaces
Occasional connectivity issues or lag reported by some users
Potential longevity concerns with button clicking and scroll wheel failures

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