Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse- Off-White Blue Ball

I've been using Logitech since the wired mouse/keyboard days, switching to wireless in 2012 along with moving from mice to trackballs to conserve desk space (and easy use at home on my recliner's armrest). Like a microwave: once you go trackball (and develop some muscle memory in your thumb) you'll never go back to a mouse you have to move your whole arm around to move a cursor. This review was done only a few days into using this new M575S Reliability? I've only had one Logitech failure in 2018 - 2 months before the 3 year warranty expired. Logitech promptly replaced it without my incurring shipping charges. Was disappointed, and a little nervous, when I finally saw on the box for this M575S (in VERY small print) that the warranty has gone from 3 to one year since my last purchase in 2022. So... has the quality gone down too??? Only time will tell. Right now, after reading reviews for cheaper M570 trackball knockoffs of unreliability and flaky behavior I don't mind paying more for a time-tested trackball. The M575S works as a trackball with expected basic functions out of the box (like every Logitech product I've purchased -- 15 of them for my business and home. Just plug in the USB receiver and pull the battery connection paper tab to connect it. After downloading Logi Options+ app (and a PC restart. It won't load without a restart) I could reassign buttons the way I am used to. The Logi Options+ app has been updated sometime last year I think, because it now works without the serious glitches it previously had disconnecting or not starting at all, or misbehaving inside the app. Works perfectly now. For another PC that I use for gaming I love the ability to make app specific trackball changes for a particular gaming app (or any app), like speeding up the trackball pointer just for that app to get across the screen without a thumb reset -- then going back to a word processing app having it slow back down for cursor placement without having to reset cursor speed. For internet or word processing I like resetting the forward and backward keys to Copy and Paste. Just use the app to assign Ctrl+C and Crtl+V. I've found that very, very useful over the years. My only [small] complaint is that if you have a perfectly good Logitech K270 keyboard [ that has been around for years and working perfectly] that you cannot use with this M575S as the M575S uses the newer "BOLT" USB receiver. The work-around so you CAN use that older keyboard is to use both the old "Unifying" USB receiver that came with your K270 keyboard and the "BOLT" USB receiver at the same time. So, you use up 2 USB A ports -- better than buying a new keyboard. It is GOOD, however that the same "Logi Options+" software will recognize both USB receivers and allow cursor speed,pointer & button programming so you don't have to run 2 different apps. That's not much of a problem with most PC's coming with more than one USB A port even though most peripherals have moved to USB C. Like almost all mice and trackballs nowadays this one has a very high resolution ball for smooth scrolling and precise cursor placement. Battery life: I get about three months out of a fresh Duracell with heavy use out of my older M570's and my M575 Pro. I've stopped using generic and rechargeable batteries. I DO always turn it off at night, weekends. You should too. And for devices that really last a long time like Logitech keyboards or less used mice or trackballs change the batteries at least once a year to forestall the formation of corrosion of battery terminals from batteries that are nearing end of life. Logitech devices have a pretty darn good coating on those battery connection terminal compared to many other battery-run devices, and I've only had one trackball (the 2012 one - Yes, still working!) start corroding. A visit to my workshop to fix it and it's back in service. The weight is irrelevant to me since it sits in one place on a desk or leather armrest and is far less muscle/tendon strain than a moving mouse. The shape is very comfortable to the hand causing no pain at all after hours of continuous work, and the buttons are still working perfectly on all 15 of my M570 and M575S and Pro trackballs. If anything goes wrong with this M575S I'll update this review. Right now I'm happy that I only spent 5 minutes installing and optionally programming the buttons and cursor speed for a game. If you don't require that optional programming then your time will be less than 1 minute to use it.

I picked up this Logitech trackball to pair with a new Windows machine, and it has integrated into my workflow perfectly. Having used the previous version for over five years, I already knew the ergonomics were top-tier, but the improvements here are immediately noticeable. The most significant change is how quiet the clicks are—they are almost completely silent, which is a great touch for a focused workspace. What makes this a powerhouse for my desk is the connectivity. I switch between systems seamlessly by pairing via Bluetooth to my Mac and using the 2.4GHz dongle for my PC. I’ve even moved my older trackball over to my iPad; using it with the newer "desktop-style" iPadOS layout makes the tablet much more user-friendly and precise. This is a highly reliable tool that stays comfortable through long hours of use. It is definitely worth the price of admission, especially if you can catch it on sale. Whether you are upgrading from an older model or starting fresh, it’s a fantastic investment.

You Gotta be Kidding me! This is the best mouse I have ever used by FAR! The trackball is so smooth its so intuitive and saves your wrist. I got the white one and its really cool too.

I got this mouse for my wife. She primarily uses it for her computer on the couch. This works much better than a traditional mouse. It can be stored on the pc and taken over to the couch easily because its fairly light. Heavier than my mouse, but also lighter than a ball mouse that I have used in the past. Seems pretty strong with the baby dropping it once or twice. It works well for her gaming. She is able use it to aim and shoot, or clicking to place blocks in minecraft. She says the grip is good and that it is comfortable in her hands. She has average to slightly above average sized hands for a woman. But she says that it is good and is work a try for anyone who is wanting to use a mouse at a couch.

I have purchased different Logitech trackball mouse items over the years. This one was the most recent purchase. I gave 4 stars rather than 5 due to the connection difficulty (USB dongle and Bluetooth both had issues with connectivity where in the past the connection was instant no matter which was used) and the smoothness of the roller ball (seems to stick a little at first but that evens out with use). The scrolling speed is good and the click sound is exceptionally quiet - my keyboard clicks are much louder after experiencing this. When you are working in a quiet environment, every noise stands out so this mouse makes a big difference. This is my preferred mouse because if you have limited desk space or are working on the go, you do not need additional space to maneuver the mouse. This is a benefit for those like me who do not like using the mousepad on a laptop, it is just not as fluid for me as a separate mouse. Typically, I have found that the battery lasts for at least a year depending on use and when the one that came with it drains, I will switch to the lithium which lasts even longer. There is a rechargeable version, but if you have to use a cord anyway, you might as well get the corded mouse rather than the battery one. The fit to me is great - whether I am using this or my husband is, there is no issue. The fact that the mouse is ergonomic is a bonus as well, at least for someone who is right-handed - if you are left-handed, you may have issues with this particular design. You can find other brands that are less expensive, but I have found that those you have to make changes in the computer settings to mouse click speed, etc. This brand offers an accuracy with click and scrolling speeds from the factory. I am very pleased with the value and quality.

Arrived as advertised in two days, perfect conditions. The usb was secured inside the bottom and will stay in slot when stored without making a lot of noise if banging around inside. The ball is good! After returning a couple Knock offs, I truly understand why this one twice the price as those. It’s good product, reliable, and smooth quiet rolling ball. Now it takes time to get used to it if you are doing digital artwork and stuff, but I would definitely recommend this brand to everyone.

i've been using a thumb trackball for 3 decades for the purpose of not to get carpel tunnel in my wrist since i am on the computer all day. this replacement of my previous logitech trackball is awesome. the mouse gives more support to my hand and i can't use those small tiny mouses that have no place for you to rest your entire hand on unless you are a petite girl. the wheel to scroll on the M575S has texture/traction to it which is a major improvement from my previous smooth rolling one. buttons are silent when pressed and that is impressive. the only thing my previous logitech had that was better was it was tilted to one side in order that your hand is at a more natural slant. otherwise highly recommended. quality product and solidly made.

The functionality and quailty of this trackball mouse is outstanding and exactly what I have come to expect from Logitech. The reason I gave them only three stars is due to the claims made in terms of eliminating the symptoms caused by repetitive use and the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome. I have severe carpal tunnel syndrome that affects both hands. Medication controls my nerve pain during most activities, but using a PC mouse is the exception: I can only use a mouse for a few minutes before my hand becomes numb, forcing me to take a break. This Logitech wireless Ergo Trackball mouse is designed to reduce nerve inflammation by addressing the root causes of nerve inflammation. The Ergo design eliminates four of the key factors that trigger nerve inflammation: your wrist stays stationary, the design places your hand in a neutral handshake position, there is no need to reach for the mouse and there is no need to grip the mouse. The trackball is controlled by your index finger with your thumb providing the mouse clicks. There are also other features and keys that, combined with the software, offer almost unlimited customization. There is also a learning curve as you become comfortable with moving the trackball. I thought the Ergo trackball mouse was the answer to my issues however, in practice, my hand still went numb after only a few minutes. I feel that using my index finger to turn the track ball coupled with "stiff" clicking keys are the reason it didn't provide the relief I was hopiing for. The bottom line is I didn't notice any improvement so I returned it.

Muy lindo y práctico

I really like this mouse! There's an adjustment period when you're starting out (I kept wanting to switch back to my regular mouse when using it) but by the second day I'd gotten a lot more comfortable using it. While it's still not as easy to navigate as with a traditional mouse, my hand doesn't hurt nearly as much after using it for long periods. In fact, it doesn't hurt at all. I thought my thumb would tire out on the trackball, but it doesn't. I can't attest to its ability in gaming since I use a controller. Precise movement is more difficult so I imagine it's not great for that. You can adjust the tracking speed though and set one of the extra buttons to toggle between speeds. I find the default 50 speed a little too slow so I raised it to 60, and I have a button to switch to a much lower speed when I need the precision. Really minor, but I wasn't expecting the buttons to be so quiet. It's actually pretty nice. Overall, really happy with this mouse. It's comfortable and easy to use once you get the hang of it.

I have been struggling to keep my original 3-button PS/2 Logitech trackball workable, but with cables and adapters it's clumsy. This is modern version is about as close as I can get to that (though I do bemoan the loss of a proper middle button). Works perfectly right out of the box. It comes paired with a USB dongle so it doesn't need pairing (but the instructions do state how to pair it if desired).

I had one of these years ago corded but this is wireless it is the greatest in wireless mouse. The ball is so smooth and love not having to move the mouse around on a mouse pad. Once you use these mouse you will never use another

they always work well just a little too pricey