Pros & Cons
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- Size good for notebook travelers.
- Stylish looking.
- Strong, responsive scroll wheel.
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- Pricey.
- Small shape not ideal for ergonomics.
Who would have guessed that a computer mouse can be a form of self-expression? Just what we need—another thing in the world that says "look at me!" Although a gaming mouse is a dead giveaway of your enthusiast status, it also has practical advantages: Gamers need high dpi, extra buttons, and, like everyone else, a comfy shape. But what about mice that have nothing to do with improving the computer experience, at the expense of looking cool, cute, and a little weird?
We call these vanity mice. Or at least that's what grownups will call them. Youngsters will probably call them "cool!"
Here are the seven mice we've reviewed. Don't let their ordinary names fool you--these are fully armed with nifty designs, floating ducks, flashing lights…
- Wireless USB Car Optical Mouse
- Logitech Racer and Leopard Mouse
- Optical Liquid Wireless Mouse
- Sony USB Mouse VGP-UMS20
- USB Moody Mouse
- Saitek Notebook Optical Mouse
On top of these mice we've reviewed, we've also included a roundup of seven out-of-this-world mice that couldn't make it to our labs, but are worthy of mention. It's worth noting now, to spare repeating ourselves for every review, that each mouse here is symmetrically designed, meaning that its ambidextrous shape is handy for both lefties and righties equally. They're also all plug-and-play, without any need for software or drivers.
Come join us as we begin our trip down the land of weird, cute, and cool. If self-expression is what you're looking for, then these flashing mice with pink dots will surely reveal the inner Japanese schoolgirl in you. —
Final Thoughts
Sony USB Mouse VGP-UMS20
The Sony USB Mouse VGP-UMS20 is a handy mouse for the person on-the-go, but not for somebody who will likely plop it up on a desk.