Logitech MX Revolution (I have a MX1000 too)

[mrk]

I thought some people may be interested in finding out how the MX Rev compares to the MX1000 (I've had the MX 1000 for almost 3 years now and was a big big fan!)

My MX1000 middle button broke recently so Logitech replaced it with a new one but in the few days "downtime" I just had to have a decent mouse so though about selling the replacement and buying the next one up, the MX Revolution.

PCWorld had it for £55 so I went down and picked it up. Installation via Setpoint is as easy as always with logitech stuff, everything works and uBeroptions installed perfectly too allowing me to customise the freewheel button and other stuff too.

The first few days were awkward - I was sure the MX1000 felt more accurate in motion and detailed work but in fact they're almost the same - it's the MX1000 that I was so used to, the shape and feel etc that it felt better but the build quality of the Revolution just outranks the MX1000 in every aspect - the wheel feels mechanical in ratchet mode compared to the loose plastic feel of the MX1000 and the freewheel is just amazing in apps like Google Earth or "random image" threads on various forums

I actually returned the revolution on the 2nd day because of the accuracy mentioned above but using the MX1000 again made me want the Revolution back, I found out the reason it felt less accurate was because the laser is actually at the opposite side of the base compared to the MX1000 which I was used to - simply adjusting my mouse usage to the revolution resolved this issue so I returned today and bought the Revolution a 2nd time round (lol).

The Revolution is a lighter mouse too so better in games where fast movements are not as fast on a heavy mouse as the MX1000 - it also sits more glove-like in your hand - it's more low profile than the MX1000.

Overall the best Wireless mouse you're going to get! no response lag (same with mx1000) but many people will be put off by the price tag (£60-£70 retail, £55 on offers) whilst the MX1000 is £35 now on some places.

Highly recommended mouse! the packaging is also very slick.

I give it an 8/10 only because the battery meter in SetPoint is not as accurate in "days left" as I would like but other than that it's a comfortable and precise mouse after you get used to the shape of it!.

[dancingmatt]

Nice review, cheers mate. I'm happy with my MX900 that came with my DiNovo Media Desktop set, but one day might grab a Revolution.

DM

[mrk]

I so want the Dinovo but £150 for a keyboard makes me weep - £55 for a mouse was just bearable LOL and I paid £60 for the MX1000 shortly after launch which is just crazy :/

[dancingmatt]

You're thinking the new DiNovo Edge - £150 just for the keyboard... I've got an old Media Desktop Bluetooth set which is great, suffers none of the problems that later revisions did, and has a separate Media Pad which the Edge doesn't.

Try eBay - I paid £70 for my complete set. You can get an Edge for about £100 I think, haven't looked recently. As ever, just be careful who you buy from! But I've bought my Digital SLR, iPod, 4 hard drives, this DiNovo and more from eBay and never had any problems using respectable, high feedback sellers.

DM

DM

[Splash]

Out of interest what OS are you using? I'm considering an upgrade to my MX1000 in the coming months but I'm running Vista and don't want to be stuck with tardy software...

[mrk]

I just played a round of Bioshock with the MX Revolution and it is better than the MX1000 - especially now I've adjusted to it - the customised buttons via Uberoptions defo are better suited to this mouse than MX1000

Also look, the MX Rev is more aerodynamic so you're sure to frag faster with it because you can cut through the air with uber-micro like precision *dies*

[Dorza]

The mx1000 actually looks very dated next to the Revolution. It's a very clean looking mouse and as I have seen before your photos are very good to. Glad I ordered one of these for my mates new build, he should be happy with it .

[mrk]

Thanks the mx1000 is a bit more bubbly yep but usually things with straight corners are considered older fashioned (like cars!) but I guess it's an endless cycle of style

[spazman]

I find mine 'cuts out' for a few seconds every now and then, massively annoying when gaming!

[Dorza]

I find mine 'cuts out' for a few seconds every now and then, massively annoying when gaming!

If it's on USB try it over the PS/2 connection if you have an adapter.

[mrk]

I also had random lag issues but now I use a USB extension lead and have blu-tacked the receiver to the top of my desk and it's been fine since! I think it was getting interference from my wifi card right next to it in the back of the pc

[tsj]

I own two of these (one for desktop and one for laptop)... and they are amazing... Cost me £70 each at the time... but it was definetly money well spent

[Fennie]

I'm (still) a proud owner of a MX1000 - absolutely mint mouse and still going strong (touch wood).

Just recently brought a Logitech VX Nano for use with my laptop at work and it's the best small mouse I've ever used - super accurate and the receiver is tiny too.

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edit : d'oh @ time of OP :/

[mrk]

Lol, pics are a bit long gone

But here's a pic of my MX100 when I threw it's ass on the streets!



You can see the MX Rev here:

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Lol, pics are a bit long gone

But here's a pic of my MX100 when I threw it's ass on the streets!



You can see the MX Rev here:

Lol, your mousemat is that big yet you still don't have your mouse on it