Buying Guide

The Best Wireless Mice Without Disposable Batteries

Five wireless mice with built-in rechargeable batteries instead of AA or AAA cells.

By The PC Journal editorial team

12 min read5 products evaluated

Every wireless mouse needs power, but these five use a built-in rechargeable battery, so there are no AA or AAA cells to buy.

We compared charging, connection and shape from each listing.

Quick Picks

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

  1. Highest-Resolution Sensor

    Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

    The highest sensor resolution here (8,000 DPI).

    Best for: Large or multiple high-resolution monitors.

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  2. Best Silent

    Lenovo Yoga Pro Mouse

    Silent main buttons with USB-C charging.

    Best for: Shared rooms.

    Our take Check price for Lenovo Yoga Pro Mouse (opens in a new tab)

  3. Best for Mac

    Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C)

    A rechargeable Multi-Touch mouse.

    Best for: macOS.

    Our take Check price for Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C) (opens in a new tab)

  4. Best Battery Display

    Uineer Rechargeable Wireless Mouse

    A visual battery level display.

    Best for: Knowing when to charge.

    Our take Check price for Uineer Rechargeable Wireless Mouse (opens in a new tab)

  5. Longest Battery Life

    TECKNET Rechargeable Dual-Mode Mouse

    The longest battery life here (up to 3 months).

    Best for: Desks where you want to forget about batteries.

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Our Picks

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S

Highest-Resolution Sensor1 of 5

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Logitech's MX Anywhere 3S is a compact rechargeable mouse that tracks on glass.

Best for

Large or multiple high-resolution monitors.

Skip if

Its battery life is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.

Why we like it

Its MagSpeed wheel scrolls quickly through long pages. It tracks on glass with an 8,000 DPI sensor and has quieter clicks than the MX Anywhere 3. It ships without a USB receiver, so it relies on Bluetooth.

It pairs with up to three devices across Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux, and the MagSpeed wheel scrolls up to 1,000 lines per second. It is certified for Intel Evo laptops, which verifies its Bluetooth performance, and its plastics include up to 78% recycled material. On sensor resolution it leads this guide at 8,000 DPI, ahead of the Yoga Pro Mouse (4,000 DPI).

It was the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the Magic Mouse and the rest. The maker doesn't give its battery life; if that figure matters, the TECKNET rechargeable runs for up to 3 months.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Sensor: 8,000 DPI
  • Grip: Compact
  • Connection: Bluetooth, 3 devices

Pros

  • Tracking on glass
  • Rechargeable USB-C battery
  • MagSpeed scroll wheel
  • Highest sensor resolution of the picks (8,000 DPI)

Cons

  • No published battery life
  • Costs more than the TECKNET rechargeable at the time of writing
Lenovo Yoga Pro Mouse

Best Silent2 of 5

Lenovo Yoga Pro Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Lenovo's Yoga Pro Mouse charges over USB-C and has silent main buttons.

Best for

Shared rooms.

Skip if

If budget leads, the TECKNET rechargeable was cheaper at our last price check.

Why we like it

Side and top buttons are programmable. Its symmetrical full-size shape has soft sides and a thumb rest, and a blue optical sensor tracks on most surfaces. Bluetooth dual-host pairing switches between two devices with a button underneath.

DPI steps change on the fly, and software unlocks finer settings. Bluetooth Swift Pair connects it to Windows quickly. Its up to 2 months battery life ranks second of 3 here, behind the TECKNET rechargeable (up to 3 months) and ahead of the Magic Mouse (up to 1 months).

Its 4,000 DPI sensor resolution ranks second of 3 here, behind the MX Anywhere 3S (8,000 DPI) and ahead of the Uineer rechargeable (2,400 DPI). It is shaped for right hands only. When we checked, only the Uineer rechargeable and cheaper picks cost less, and the Magic Mouse cost more.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Battery life: up to 2 months
  • Sensor: 4,000 DPI
  • Grip: Ergonomic, right-handed
  • Connection: Bluetooth 5.1, 2 devices

Pros

  • USB-C rechargeable battery
  • Silent left and right buttons
  • Programmable side and top buttons
  • Battery life of up to 2 months, ahead of the Magic Mouse

Cons

  • Costs more than the TECKNET rechargeable at the time of writing
Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C)

Best for Mac3 of 5

Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Apple's Magic Mouse has a Multi-Touch surface for macOS gestures and a rechargeable battery.

Best for

macOS.

Skip if

Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the TECKNET rechargeable offers up to 3 months.

Why we like it

Apple says a charge lasts about a month. Its Multi-Touch top handles swipes and scrolling without a wheel, which suits macOS gestures. The rechargeable battery lasts about a month between charges over USB-C.

It pairs automatically when plugged into a Mac with the included woven USB-C cable. On battery life it trails the group at up to 1 months, while the TECKNET rechargeable runs for up to 3 months. No other pick in this guide offers a bluetooth connection; compare the Uineer rechargeable, which has a 2.4GHz USB receiver connection.

It also offers native macOS support. Its price falls between the Yoga Pro Mouse and the MX Anywhere 3S, based on our last check.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Battery life: up to 1 months
  • Grip: Low-profile, ambidextrous
  • Connection: Bluetooth

Pros

  • Multi-Touch surface for gestures
  • Rechargeable battery that Apple says lasts about a month
  • Native macOS support
  • Bluetooth connection, the only one here

Cons

  • Battery life trails the TECKNET rechargeable (up to 3 months)
  • No published sensor resolution
  • Costs more than the TECKNET rechargeable at the time of writing
Uineer Rechargeable Wireless Mouse

Best Battery Display4 of 5

Uineer Rechargeable Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Uineer's rechargeable mouse shows its battery level on the shell.

Best for

Knowing when to charge.

Skip if

Pass if a published battery life matters; this one has none.

Why we like it

It has four DPI steps and a USB receiver. It recharges and steps through 800 to 2,400 DPI, and it works with Windows, Mac and Linux. Its 2,400 DPI sensor resolution is the lowest in this group; the MX Anywhere 3S leads at 8,000 DPI.

You get a 2.4GHz USB receiver connection here, which sets it apart from the Magic Mouse and its a bluetooth connection. It was priced above the TECKNET rechargeable and below the Yoga Pro Mouse at the time of writing. There is no published battery life figure, whereas the TECKNET rechargeable runs for up to 3 months.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Sensor: 2,400 DPI
  • Grip: Compact
  • Connection: 2.4GHz USB receiver

Pros

  • Visual battery level display
  • Built-in rechargeable battery
  • Four DPI steps
  • 2.4GHz USB receiver connection, the only one here

Cons

  • No published battery life
  • Sensor resolution trails the MX Anywhere 3S (8,000 DPI)
  • Costs more than the TECKNET rechargeable at the time of writing
TECKNET Rechargeable Dual-Mode Mouse

Longest Battery Life5 of 5

TECKNET Rechargeable Dual-Mode Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

TECKNET's rechargeable mouse charges fully in 1.5 to 2 hours and switches between two devices.

Best for

Desks where you want to forget about batteries.

Skip if

Skip it if you need to know its sensor resolution before buying; the maker doesn't publish one.

Why we like it

It is a compact budget option. It recharges in about two hours and runs for around three months on a charge, by TECKNET's figure. It connects to two devices at once over Bluetooth and a USB receiver.

It works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux, and its clicks are quiet. Six DPI levels run from 800 to 4,800. Its up to 3 months battery life is the longest here; the Yoga Pro Mouse comes next at up to 2 months.

It also comes with a built-in rechargeable battery and a 1.5 to 2 hour full charge. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Uineer rechargeable was closest. If you want a confirmed sensor resolution, look to the MX Anywhere 3S instead: it offers 8,000 DPI, while this one gives no figure.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Battery life: up to 3 months
  • Grip: Compact
  • Connection: Bluetooth and 2.4GHz, 2 devices

Pros

  • Built-in rechargeable battery
  • 1.5 to 2 hour full charge
  • Slide switch between two devices
  • Longest battery life of the picks (up to 3 months)

Cons

  • No published sensor resolution

How We Chose These Rechargeable Wireless Mice

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

Sensor
We noted listed sensor resolution and surface support.
Productivity features
We compared scroll wheels, programmable buttons and multi-computer control as described by each maker.
Connection and battery
We recorded connection options and rated battery life.
Shape and grip
We grouped each mouse by grip style and noted listed hand sizes.

What to Look for in a Rechargeable Wireless Mouse

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

  1. Multi-computer control

    Some mice switch between computers with a button, and a few can move the cursor and clipboard across machines.

    This helps if you work on a laptop and a desktop at once.

  2. Quiet clicks for shared rooms

    Silent or quiet-click switches reduce noise on calls and in shared offices. The feel is slightly softer.

  3. Pick a shape for your wrist

    Standard sculpted mice suit most hands; vertical mice reduce forearm twist; trackballs keep the arm still. Each takes different adjustment time.

    If you have wrist or forearm discomfort, try vertical or trackball first.

  4. Match the hand size

    Makers often state a hand size range, especially for vertical mice. A mouse that is too small forces a claw grip.

    Measure from wrist crease to middle fingertip before buying.

  5. Programmable buttons save shortcuts

    Extra buttons can run copy, paste, undo or IDE commands. Per-app profiles change them automatically in each program.

    Check that the software runs on your operating system.

  6. Fast scrolling helps with long files

    Free-spinning or magnetic scroll wheels move through long files and logs quickly, then switch to line-by-line for precision.

    If you read long code or spreadsheets, prioritise the scroll wheel.

How to Choose a Rechargeable Wireless Mouse

By priority

PriorityConsiderWhy
Large or multiple high-resolution monitorsMX Anywhere 3SThe highest sensor resolution here (8,000 DPI)
Shared roomsYoga Pro MouseSilent main buttons with USB-C charging
macOSMagic MouseA rechargeable Multi-Touch mouse
Knowing when to chargeUineer rechargeableA visual battery level display
Desks where you want to forget about batteriesTECKNET rechargeableThe longest battery life here (up to 3 months)

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Key specs side by side

Figures as each maker states them.

MiceBattery lifeSensorGripConnection
MX Anywhere 3SNot listed8,000 DPICompactBluetooth, 3 devices
Yoga Pro Mouseup to 2 months4,000 DPIErgonomic, right-handedBluetooth 5.1, 2 devices
Magic Mouseup to 1 monthsNot listedLow-profile, ambidextrousBluetooth
Uineer rechargeableNot listed2,400 DPICompact2.4GHz USB receiver
TECKNET rechargeableup to 3 monthsNot listedCompactBluetooth and 2.4GHz, 2 devices

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By price at the time of writing

Prices change often; these tiers reflect Amazon prices when this guide was updated.

Price tierMice
Under $50TECKNET rechargeable, Uineer rechargeable, Yoga Pro Mouse
About $50 to $100Magic Mouse, MX Anywhere 3S

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there left-handed versions?

Many ergonomic mice are right-handed only. Check the product page for a left-handed model.

Does DPI matter for work?

Higher DPI helps on large or high-resolution displays. Most work needs far less than the maximum.

Are trackballs good for coding?

They save desk space and keep the arm still. Fine selection takes practice, but many users adapt quickly.

Will it work on a glass desk?

Only mice whose listings mention glass tracking are designed for it. Others may need a mouse pad.

Do I need the maker's software?

Basic use works without it, but button remapping and per-app profiles need the software.

Is a vertical mouse better for programmers?

It can reduce forearm twisting for people who feel strain. It takes about a week to get used to.

Bottom Line

Logitech's MX Anywhere 3S is the pick for USB-C charging and glass tracking. Lenovo's Yoga Pro Mouse adds silent buttons, and TECKNET's rechargeable mouse is the cheapest.