Logitech M185 Black
Score: 62/100
Logitech G305 Lightspeed
Score: 58/100Rankings
The Logitech M185 is a budget-friendly, ambidextrous wireless mouse that offers long battery life and reliable 2.4 GHz connectivity. It is ideal for everyday office and travel use but lacks advanced features like DPI adjustment or programmable buttons.
The Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED is a budget-friendly gaming mouse delivering a high-end HERO 12K sensor, lag-free wireless performance, and impressive battery life in a lightweight ambidextrous shell. Its lack of RGB, small ergonomics, and absence of Bluetooth keep it focused on performance rather than premium features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 dpi | 12,000 dpibest | |
— | 1,000 Hzbest | |
— | 250 hoursbest | |
3 | 6best | |
— | 6best | |
| ↓ lower better | 75.2 gbest | 95.3 g |
10 mbest | — | |
12 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 12 months hours | 250 hours |
Performance(3) | ||
Sensor Type | Logitech Advanced Optical Tracking | HERO 12K |
Maximum DPI (dpi) | 1000 dpi | 12000 dpi |
Number of Buttons | 3 | 6 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 75.2 g | 95.3 g |
Material | Plastic | plastic |
Compatibility(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows 7/8/10/11; macOS 10.5+; Chrome OS; Linux Kernel 2.6+ | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.13 or later, Chrome OS, Linux |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Connection Type | Wireless | wireless |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz RF | 2.4 GHz |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers describe the M185 as a reliable workhorse for basic computing, praising its solid construction, long battery life, and hassle-free plug-and-play operation, while noting the lack of advanced features such as DPI adjustment or Bluetooth.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the mouse's longevity, immediate functionality, and portability, but repeatedly mention a loose scroll wheel, the absence of a low-battery indicator, and a cheap-plastic feel as drawbacks.
“Battery lasts a whole year - perfect for travel.”
“The scroll wheel feels loose and clicks too lightly.”
“Plastic feels cheap compared to higher-priced mice.”
Professional reviewers praise the G305 for delivering LIGHTSPEED performance and HERO sensor accuracy at a budget price, while noting the lack of RGB and small ergonomics.
Users love the lightweight build and marathon battery life, but mention the mouse is small for larger hands and miss RGB lighting.
