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Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C, 2024)

By Nick Miles ยท Updated 2026-05-09 ยท 9 expert sources

Pros

  • +Native macOS gesture support โ€” Mission Control, Spaces, smart zoom without driver setup
  • +Instant iCloud pairing across Apple devices
  • +USB-C charging on the 2024 model โ€” Lightning era over
  • +Clean aesthetic matches Apple hardware setups
  • +No AA batteries โ€” rechargeable and maintenance-free

Cons

  • โˆ’Bottom-mounted charging port โ€” cannot use while charging
  • โˆ’Flat profile causes wrist fatigue for larger hands in extended sessions
  • โˆ’No meaningful button customization vs. MX Master or Razer alternatives
  • โˆ’Limited gesture support outside macOS โ€” poor general-purpose option

Score breakdown

  • Expert consensus7.8
  • Effectiveness8.2
  • Build safety8.0
  • Durability8.1
  • Value7.5