Logitech Revolution MX mouse on the Mac

Speedy · 4 Feb 2009 at 19:35

I'm planning to get a new wireless mouse for my Mac. Now I was looking at the Logitech Revolution MX. A friend of mine has it, and I'm really impressed (especially the scrolling mechanism that adapts its speed according to the amount of text in the active window). But he uses Windows as an OS.

I was reading some reviews about it, and there was a Mac user who complained that the mouse stops working when it's idle for a few minutes. That would be caused by the Logitech Software. But that review was written on July 2007. Are there any Mac users who also use the Revolution MX? Has the Logitech software been improved since 2007?

Now I'm also hearing about alternative programs for that mouse, like Steermouse. Does anyone use that program?

SIAT · 4 Feb 2009 at 20:03

I've used one on my mac for two years with no issues whatsoever. The logi software used to be awful, but its now much better.

You will struggle to find a better mouse for the mac.

Will_3rd · 4 Feb 2009 at 20:57

I use Steermouse on the Mac as Logitech didn't release any software for the MX610. Would recommend it if you want more custom options.

Can't say what the Mac software for the MX Revolution is like though.

fishfishfish · 4 Feb 2009 at 21:14

Yes, I have one on my Mac and it works fine. Not the best mouse in the world, though...

MichaelHo · 5 Feb 2009 at 18:13

I have one and it works very well.

Speedy · 5 Feb 2009 at 18:54

Thanks for the replies

I've ordered it, and should receive it tomorrow

smokedog · 5 Feb 2009 at 20:44

I can't even get Logitech software for my mouse (MX900) using a piece of software called "GamePad Companion" to map all my buttons.

Speedy · 6 Feb 2009 at 11:36

I received it today, and it works very nice

The only problem that I noticed was the packaging. It was packed into plastic, and I had to hold the plastic around the mouse and then press on the Logitech Logo to pop it out. Unfortunately it didn't, so I had to use scissors. And as a result I caused visible scratches on the back of the mouse. So Logitech should use a much easier package...