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!

Batteries last about 3 months of light usage. Fits great and is good quality.

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.

Fantastic gaming mouse by SteelSeries. It is very good premium quality, it feels fantastic, the specs are great(all the gaming features that you might need-low latency, big DPI adjustments, RGB…) it is very comfortable and relatively light(95g with one battery) and in general amazing! It has many macro buttons (programmable) which provides excellent productivity and the RGB looks incredible and has so many effects and color options! Also the price is excellent for this tier of gaming mouse! Absolutely recommend!

It’s good, has all what it needs

Dommage d'avoir dû la renvoyer pour un échange, il fallait débrancher et rebrancher le dongle à chaque allumage du pc. L'échange s'est très bien passé et l'actuelle fonctionne très bien et sans soucis

I really like this mouse. Fits the hand well, nice design and very quick connect to the computer. The only drawback is the batteries. When the batteries die they die suddenly. If you don't notice you simply all of a sudden have no mouse. So, being a resourceful person, I got some rechargeable batteries. It's super easy to switch them out and we're back to the computer screen in no time. Definite recommend from me.

Normally my hands fits Steel Series mice but this one strains my fingers. This probably fit someone with longer fingers...I don't have longer fingers but my palms are large when buying gloves. So the next day I purchase the Logitech Superlight G Pro X, which fits my fingers better.

Gran mouse, gran presicion pero siento que se le acaba muy rápido las pilas, si tienes pilas recargables no bronca pero si no hay que andar comprando, las pilas me duran aprox 21 días