Eight best mouse for CAD software users – 2022 Update

To compile the list of best mice for AutoCAD and other CAD software like Solidworks and Fusion 360 I selected user preference as the main criterion.

This article is primarily based on the experiences of CAD software users who have used these mice for months and years and then shared the feedback with us.

So, before we move into our list of the ten best CAD mice let’s see which mouse features were mentioned the most by our user group.

Ergonomic shape

Unsurprisingly, a large mouse with an ergonomic shape that fits properly in hand and is comfortable to work with is the most sought feature.

Rubber grip near the thumb and on the sides of the mouse which make it less slippery and comfortable to hold was also recommended by some users.

Dedicated programmable keys

The software-specific programmable key was another great feature recommended by our users.

You can use these keys to set some frequent functions like changing views and accessing the most frequent commands like dimension and trim.

Dedicated keys for Pan, Zoom and other functions are an added advantage but too many dedicated keys generally become overkill unless you really like a programmable mouse with lots of dedicated keys.

Resolution or mouse sensitivity

Resolution or sensitivity is another parameter that was highlighted by some users but for regular mice where some serious precision with mouse movement is not required, you can safely overlook this parameter.

You might however what to consider resolution when your work required pixel-perfect precise movement of the mouse, like working with an assembly containing several joints and for sculpting tools.

Wired vs Wireless and battery life

Wired or wireless is another feature that might influence your choice.

In my opinion, this hardly matters as both have their pros and cons like a wired mouse won’t need batteries that need replacement or recharging, but it will make your desk look more occupied with an extra cable which some people (including me) may find a bit like an eye soar!

If you are a heavy CAD user and don’t mind a few meters of extra wire on your desk you can go with a wired mouse as it is generally cheap, and it can last for years without needing any battery replacement or recharging.

So, now you know the main parameters we used to select the best mouse, let’s start our list with the best recommendation at the top.