SteelSeries Rival 3 62521 Wireless Gaming Optical Mouse, Matte Black

Update: I was able to get a replacement mouse, I will not be using the included batteries this time! It's a great mouse otherwise. I have been really happy with both SteelSeries mouses that I have used, both this Rival and also the Prime. I picked the Rival for wireless due to the dual mode choice of either using bluetooth OR the included dongle. The wireless version of the Prime seemed to only have the dongle option. I pair the bluetooth to my laptop and plug the dongle into my desktop for quick and easy switching.Original review: I was really liking this mouse, the dual wireless modes were great. One day I went to use it and it didn't work. I normally ONLY use high end lithium batteries since old fashioned alkaline batteries always explode or leak. I had used the included batteries in a pinch and sure enough, they had exploded, ruining the mouse. Don't use the included batteries.

BLUF: for the simple fact that this mouse works as well as much more expensive mice on the market, you're definitely getting a deal (I bought mine for a little under $20)I've been using this mouse for everything, from daily navigation in the Windows OS to playing video games that require accuracy and precision. All pass with flying colors.Good construction, sturdy and weighty feel to it. Works on multiple types of surfaces. Buttons have a short and "clicky" draw, and a high-DPI that works well with high-refresh monitors. Like many other performance mice, the DPI can be changed on the fly with a small and easily accessible button on top of the mouse, just behind the scroll wheel. Not too small as to make it feel like you're tickling a small rodent while using it, but compact enough to fit securely in the smaller pockets of a backpack or briefcase.I also appreciate the connectivity options; I can either use it with the micro-USB dongle provided or, in the alternative, tie directly through Bluetooth if I'm running short on USB-A ports. No external ports, so there is no hardwiring or recharging option tied to the computer, but I have a strong preference for wireless mice anyway. With Bluetooth, it also means I can use the mouse in cross-platform situations (eg. having mouse support for an Android tablet).The mouse uses standard AAA batteries (x2), and supports rechargeable AAA batteries as well. This greatly extends the power lifespan of the mouse. If I ever find myself with dead batteries, I can easily replace them with my stock on hand, or remedy this by going to just about any convenience store out there. In theory, this mouse can last quite a while since it isn't powered by a rechargeable and non-removeable li-ion battery, which would eventually lose its ability to keep an optimal charge.The scroll wheel has RGB lighting effects running the length of the wheel, and with the additional utility software (doesn't come included, needs to be downloaded for free from Steelseries' website) you can change the colors and behavior of the glow while in use. I myself am not overly concerned about making my mouse akin to a disco ball -- but hey, you do you. I'm perfectly happy using it with the stock settings applied.All things considered, I'm definitely happy with my purchase. If you're in the market for a new mouse, or simply want to keep one as a spare, you can't go wrong with this one. Cheers!

If you are looking for a solid mouse that is comfortable and not ridiculous with seven million gaming buttons this is the one. My complaints are that the mouse roller gets a little funky and doesn't function as well as other mice I've owned and also that eats batteries fairly quickly. You will want to get some rechargeable ones. I like that you can use the USB wireless receiver or link with Bluetooth. I do game, but I'm not very serious about it and don't need super-functionality. This mouse is good for that as well as general computing. The proprietary software is useful and can customize mouse responsiveness as well as the LED color. I would buy this again.

I don't normally write product reviews, but my experience with this mouse has been so bad that I feel the need to do it. After 5 months the mouse has stopped working and neither SteelSeries nor Amazon will honor the warranty.I got the wireless version of this mouse for only $25, but I don't even think it's worth $10. The first thing I noticed is the batteries that came with the mouse only lasted 8 days, I was lucky to have rechargeable AAA batteries that have saved me from buying at least other 50 batteries. This mouse for some reason drains your batteries in only 1 week (with at least 9 hours of use per day). Initially I thought it was because of the LEDs, but turning them off would only make the batteries last 1 or 2 more days. I still don't understand how would the manufacturer be so bad that they made it possible for a mouse to drain 2 batteries in 1 week! I've had mice from Aliexpress where every 2 or 3 months I would have to change the batteries, with the same usage or even more.Some other cons of this mouse are:- The Bluetooth/2.4 GHz switch is badly designed, it goes through the "OFF" section, which means the mouse will turn off and then turn off, and then will take a couple of seconds to connect to the Bluetooth/ 2.4 GHz device (in a $12 Chinese mouse you can just press a button and it will instantly start using the other device)- The mouse wheel is atrocious, if you scroll too fast it will skip lines, and you will have to scroll way more than usual, it's extremely annoying. It also feels and sounds like a cheap old mouse.- There are too many connectivity issues and eventually the mouse will just stop connecting to your devices.DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT BUYING THIS MOUSE, not even for $20. You are better off buying a wireless mouse from Aliexpress, it will last more and will be much better than this piece of crap. Also SteelSeries won't honor the warranty, and they will ask you to contact your retailer (Amazon), which won't work because Amazon won't replace your product and they will tell you it's been more than 30 days after you received it. I will stay away from SteelSeries, and just keep using brands like Logitech.