Buying Guide

The Best Mouse Bungees

Five bungees with weighted, adhesive and clamp-grip designs.

By The PC Journal editorial team

12 min read5 products evaluated

A bungee lifts a wired mouse cable off the pad. These five differ in how they hold the cable and stay put.

Weights and dimensions come from the makers' specifications.

Quick Picks

Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.

  1. Best Weighted

    Razer Mouse Bungee V3 Chroma

    An adjustable arm on a weighted base.

    Best for: Moving setups.

    Our take Check price for Razer Mouse Bungee V3 Chroma (opens in a new tab)

  2. Best Adhesive

    Pulsar Micro Bungee ES

    3M VHB adhesive with spares.

    Best for: Fixed setups.

    Our take Check price for Pulsar Micro Bungee ES (opens in a new tab)

  3. Best Cable Clamp

    Endgame Gear MB1 Mouse Bungee

    A clamp that tightens on the cable.

    Best for: Thick cables.

    Our take Check price for Endgame Gear MB1 Mouse Bungee (opens in a new tab)

  4. Tallest Arm

    Sisyphy Gaming Mouse Bungee

    An arm that extends up to 3 inches.

    Best for: High pads.

    Our take Check price for Sisyphy Gaming Mouse Bungee (opens in a new tab)

  5. Heaviest

    SteelSeries Mouse Bungee

    A 263g body.

    Best for: Stable placement.

    Our take Check price for SteelSeries Mouse Bungee (opens in a new tab)

Our Picks

Razer Mouse Bungee V3 Chroma

Best Weighted1 of 5

Razer Mouse Bungee V3 Chroma on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Razer's Bungee V3 Chroma pairs an adjustable spring arm with a weighted base.

Best for

Moving setups.

Skip if

Price-first buyers should look at the Pulsar Micro Bungee, which cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

Chroma RGB lights the base. An adjustable spring arm is unique to it among these picks, while the MB1 uses a height-adjustable arm. Chroma RGB extras is unique to it among these picks, while the MB1 uses anti-slip feet extras.

A bungee helps only with a wired mouse; if you plan to go wireless, the Bungee V3 Chroma will sit idle. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing. At our last price check it topped the group, with the SteelSeries bungee the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed weight, look to the SteelSeries bungee instead: it weighs 263g, while this one gives no figure.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Arm: Adjustable spring
  • Base: Weighted, non-slip feet
  • Extras: Chroma RGB

Pros

  • Adjustable spring arm
  • Weighted base with non-slip feet
  • Chroma RGB lighting
  • Chroma RGB extras, the only one here

Cons

  • Costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing
Pulsar Micro Bungee ES

Best Adhesive2 of 5

Pulsar Micro Bungee ES on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Pulsar's Micro Bungee ES sticks down with 3M VHB adhesive and holds the cable on a flexible silicone arm.

Best for

Fixed setups.

Skip if

Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.

Why we like it

Spare adhesive is included. You get a flexible silicone arm here, which sets it apart from the MB1 and its a height-adjustable arm. No other pick in this guide offers a 3M VHB adhesive base; compare the MB1, which has a clamp base.

You get spare adhesive extras here, which sets it apart from the MB1 and its anti-slip feet extras. A bungee helps only with a wired mouse; if you plan to go wireless, the Pulsar Micro Bungee will sit idle. The Pulsar Micro Bungee sticks down, so pick its spot before removing the backing.

It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the MB1 the next step up. There is no published weight figure, whereas the SteelSeries bungee weighs 263g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Arm: Flexible silicone
  • Base: 3M VHB adhesive
  • Extras: Spare adhesive

Pros

  • Flexible silicone arm
  • 3M VHB adhesive
  • Spare adhesive in the pack
  • Spare adhesive extras, the only one here
Endgame Gear MB1 Mouse Bungee

Best Cable Clamp3 of 5

Endgame Gear MB1 Mouse Bungee on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Endgame Gear's MB1 clamps onto the cable and adjusts in height.

Best for

Thick cables.

Skip if

Skip it if price comes first: the Pulsar Micro Bungee cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

Anti-slip feet hold it in place. No other pick in this guide offers a height-adjustable arm; compare the Bungee V3 Chroma, which has an adjustable spring arm. A clamp base is unique to it among these picks, while the SteelSeries bungee uses a weighted base.

No other pick in this guide offers anti-slip feet extras; compare the Bungee V3 Chroma, which has chroma RGB extras. A bungee helps only with a wired mouse; if you plan to go wireless, the MB1 will sit idle. Check the MB1's clamp fits your desk edge.

On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper Pulsar Micro Bungee and the pricier Sisyphy, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its weight; if that figure matters, the SteelSeries bungee weighs 263g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Arm: Height-adjustable
  • Base: Clamp
  • Extras: Anti-slip feet

Pros

  • Adjustable arm height
  • Clamp that tightens on the cable
  • Anti-slip feet
  • Clamp base, the only one here

Cons

  • Costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing
Sisyphy Gaming Mouse Bungee

Tallest Arm4 of 5

Sisyphy Gaming Mouse Bungee on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Sisyphy's bungee has a spring arm that extends up to 3 inches.

Best for

High pads.

Skip if

Skip it if price comes first: the Pulsar Micro Bungee cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

The 7 oz base sits on rubber feet. A flexible rubber clip holds the cable in three positions to remove drag. It is compact enough for most desks.

It measures about 2.5 by 3.8 inches, so it fits most desks. A bungee helps only with a wired mouse; if you plan to go wireless, the Sisyphy will sit idle. Worth noting too: rubber footing.

The nearest alternative on weight is the SteelSeries bungee at 263g, against 198g here. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Arm: Height-adjustable spring, up to 3 in
  • Base: Weighted, rubber feet
  • Weight: 198g

Pros

  • Spring arm that extends up to 3 inches
  • 7 oz weighted base
  • Rubber footing

Cons

  • Costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing
SteelSeries Mouse Bungee

Heaviest5 of 5

SteelSeries Mouse Bungee on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

SteelSeries's bungee weighs 263g in a 63 x 97 x 88mm body.

Best for

Stable placement.

Skip if

Skip it if price comes first: the Pulsar Micro Bungee cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

It is the heaviest here. A rubber clip holds different cable sizes, and a weighted base with rubber feet keeps it steady. You get a weighted base here, which sets it apart from the MB1 and its a clamp base.

A bungee helps only with a wired mouse; if you plan to go wireless, the SteelSeries bungee will sit idle. It makes the most sense for stable placement, since it offers a 263g body. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing. Its price falls between the Sisyphy and the Bungee V3 Chroma, based on our last check.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Base: Weighted
  • Weight: 263g

Pros

  • 263g body
  • 63 x 97 x 88mm size
  • Heaviest weight of the picks (263g)
  • Weighted base, the only one here

Cons

  • Costs more than the Pulsar Micro Bungee at the time of writing

How We Chose These Mouse Bungees

Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.

Arm
We noted spring and height-adjustable arms.
Base
We noted weighted, adhesive or clamp bases.
Weight
We recorded listed weights.
Extras
We noted lighting and USB ports.

What to Look for in a Mouse Bungee

Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.

  1. Worth it only for wired mice

    A bungee holds the cable up so it does not drag on the pad. Braided or stiff cables benefit most.

  2. Weighted, adhesive or clamp base

    Weighted bases can move around the desk. Adhesive bases stay put but are fixed. Clamps sit at the edge.

  3. Spring arm height

    The arm should hold the cable just above the pad. Adjustable arms suit different desk layouts.

  4. Place it behind and to the side

    Most players place it behind the mouse pad, slightly toward the monitor, so the cable has slack.

  5. Footprint

    Compact bungees fit between keyboard and pad; larger ones add USB ports or lights.

How to Choose a Mouse Bungee

By priority

PriorityConsiderWhy
Moving setupsBungee V3 ChromaAn adjustable arm on a weighted base
Fixed setupsPulsar Micro Bungee3M VHB adhesive with spares
Thick cablesMB1A clamp that tightens on the cable
High padsSisyphyAn arm that extends up to 3 inches
Stable placementSteelSeries bungeeA 263g body

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Key specs side by side

Figures as each maker states them.

Mouse BungeeArmBaseWeightExtras
Bungee V3 ChromaAdjustable springWeighted, non-slip feetNot listedChroma RGB
Pulsar Micro BungeeFlexible silicone3M VHB adhesiveNot listedSpare adhesive
MB1Height-adjustableClampNot listedAnti-slip feet
SisyphyHeight-adjustable spring, up to 3 inWeighted, rubber feet198gNot listed
SteelSeries bungeeNot listedWeighted263gNot listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are adhesive bungees permanent?

They are meant to stay. Some packs include spare adhesive for moving it once.

Where do I put a mouse bungee?

Behind the pad and slightly toward the screen, with a little slack in the cable.

Do I need a mouse bungee?

Only with a wired mouse whose cable drags or snags. Lightweight paracord-style cables need it less.

Does a bungee help a wireless mouse?

Only when charging it with a cable while you play.

Does it work with thick cables?

Most clips hold standard gaming cables. Check the grip if your cable is unusually thick.

Bottom Line

Razer's Bungee V3 Chroma is the pick for an adjustable arm on a weighted base. Pulsar's Micro Bungee ES stays fixed with adhesive, and Sisyphy's arm extends furthest.