Over the years, Razer has released some incredible mice that have earned praise from Jugo Mobile and appear in many of our buying guides, such as the best mouse and the best gaming mouse. But of course, the Singaporean-American manufacturer doesn’t just focus on gaming mice. It also makes mice specifically for productivity, and the Razer Pro Click Mini is one such device.
Designed for the office, the Pro Click Mini is a handy little mouse that won’t take up much space in your backpack, so you can easily take it on the go. It has silent mechanical switches so that the left and right clicks do not make any sound, so you do not disturb your office colleagues. Its scroll wheel also has a handy infinite scroll setting for quickly scrolling through long pages, and with the flick of a switch, it can become a touch scroll wheel. However, the mouse has some shortcomings that are worth considering before investing in one.
For the full breakdown, read our Razer Pro Click Mini review.
Razer Pro Click Mini Review: Cheat Sheet
- What is it? A wireless mouse geared toward office productivity, with silent switches, a four-way tilt-and-click scroll wheel, and long-lasting battery life.
- For whom? For office users who want a portable mouse that prioritizes a productive yet quiet work environment.
- How much does it cost? The Razer Pro Click Mini is available for $79 / £79.
- What is the user experience like? Excellent. Silent clicking helps eliminate distractions, and free scrolling is great when viewing long pages.
- Something is missing? It doesn’t have macOS companion software, it’s not ergonomically designed, and unlike mechanical switches, the scroll wheel can be noisy.
Razer Pro Click Mini Review: The Pros
The Razer Pro Click Mini is a great mouse for productivity if your work revolves around using a laptop, and you can’t beat the price for what it offers.
Premium quality and design
Smaller than its big brother, the Razer Pro Click, the Pro Click Mini is small and fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. It measures 4.25 x 2.47 x 1.35 inches and the mouse was the perfect size for me (I have medium sized hands). It also feels premium to touch and hold. While the size of the mouse makes it very portable, it weighs 3.91 ounces (with 2 AA batteries), so it is a bit heavy. I have reviewed light gaming mice: the Glorious model O 2 and the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 – and I’ve realized that I prefer a heavier mouse. Whether you consider your weight an advantage or a disadvantage will depend entirely on your preferences.
The mouse features 7 buttons: left and right click buttons, a scroll wheel, two thumb buttons on the left side, a rocker switch to adjust the scroll wheel, and a button at the bottom to quickly switch between devices . It is an ambidextrous mouse, but it may take a little getting used to for left-handers. Equipped with 4 PTFE feet, the mouse glides effortlessly on various surfaces, such as wood, glass, and plastic.
If you’re familiar with Razer products, you’ll probably think that the Pro Click Mini was made by a completely different brand. Unlike its often black and green gaming mice, the Pro Click Mini is encased in a plastic casing with a pearl white base and a secondary gray color. It looks like a normal mouse. Razer also didn’t add any RGB lighting to it. That’s best because as a productivity mouse, you’re not looking for fancy effects and you don’t want it to distract you.
Silent click
If you click on the Razer Pro Click Mini, it’s unlikely anyone else in the office will hear it, so being disturbed is a long shot. The mouse uses silent mechanical switches to ensure a noise-free environment. Now the only noise coming from my desk is the clicking of the mechanical keyboard I’m testing.
Versatile scroll wheel
As I said, the Razer Pro Click Mini is a great mouse for productivity. Its beautiful textured scroll wheel features an infinite scroll feature, called free spin mode, which was missing on the Pro Click. A rocker switch located between the left and right click buttons allows you to quickly switch between free spin mode and touch mode. I really enjoyed the freedom to switch between the two, depending on which app I was using. For example, the free spins mode was useful when dealing with a long spreadsheet. I could quickly scroll up and down, and this was also the case with Slack. Catching up on conversations I had missed was very easy.
If you switch to touch mode, you will experience more resistance and it will be like using any other mouse. Pressing the scroll wheel doesn’t require a lot of force, but enough to not click wrong. According to Razer, the sensitivity of the scroll wheel can be adjusted using the Synapse 3 software. I say “according to Razer” because, unfortunately, the software is Windows-only (more on this later).
Wireless-only connectivity
The Razer Pro Click Mini, unlike its predecessor, does not have a USB port. Instead, the mouse can connect to your laptop wirelessly, either via Bluetooth or the accompanying 2.4GHz HyperSpeed wireless dongle. I prefer wireless, so not having a wired connection made no difference to me. I used it primarily via Bluetooth and experienced no lags or hiccups. The mouse responded quickly and took less than a second to wake up after being inactive. You can also connect up to four devices and switch between them quickly thanks to the button at the bottom.
The Pro Click Mini also comes with a nifty compartment to store the dongle, and I love that. I don’t like mice that force you to carry the dongle separately, which you could easily lose. Not the Pro Click Mini. If you snap off the faceplate, you will see a small slot to put the dongle in, between the 2 batteries.
Long duration battery
Since it doesn’t have a USB port, the Razer Pro Click Mini runs on AA alkaline batteries. With two batteries, the mouse weighs 3.91 oz, which may be too heavy for some users. The good news is that the mouse can also run on a single battery and weighs 3.1 oz. The battery life is also something to behold. Razer claims that, with both batteries, the Pro Click Mini can last a whopping 725 hours with Bluetooth and 465 hours with 2.4GHz wireless. In comparison, these claims are similar to the $69 Razer Orochi V2 Gaming mouse (950 hours with Bluetooth, 425 hours with 2.4 GHz wireless connection).
While I wasn’t able to fully test these claims, the Pro Click Mini dropped to just 99% after about 32 hours of office-only use.
Razer Pro Click Mini Review: The Cons
While it may seem like there isn’t much to criticize about the Razer Pro Click Mini, my three biggest complaints have left me feeling let down.
Not ergonomic
If you’re like me and considering purchasing this mouse for office use only, you may be a little worried about the ergonomics of the Razer Pro Click Mini. The mouse features an ambidextrous design and is geared toward office productivity, but you may want to reconsider if you’re prone to wrist pain. Ergonomic mice prioritize comfort and offer a productive user experience. If you are prone to wrist pain but still want a mouse for office use, check out the Logitech MX verticals ($100) or Logitech Elevator ($69).
The scroll wheel may make noise
While I appreciate the duality of the Razer Pro Click Mini’s scroll wheel, I’m disappointed that it can be a little noisy. When in touch scroll mode, I noticed the scroll wheel squeaking every few seconds. This isn’t a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but it shouldn’t have been in the first place for a mouse that prioritizes a quiet working environment. This wasn’t good for my productivity either, as the squeaks kept distracting me and breaking my train of thought. It’s a mouse, yes, but does it have to sound like a real mouse?
Windows-only add-on software
As mentioned above, the Razer Pro Click Mini cannot be customized if you are a macOS user. Razer’s Synapse 3 software is available only on Windows. If you own a PC, you can use it to adjust the Pro Click Mini’s DPI and sensitivity for its four-way scroll wheel, reprogram its buttons, and more. Both my work laptop and my laptop are MacBooks, so not being able to use Synapse 3 on either of them left me dissatisfied, eliminating the possibility of any customization.
If you’re looking for a great mouse for productivity with companion software for macOS, consider the Logitech MX Maestro 3 ($99) instead, although you may have to spend a few extra dollars.
Razer Pro Click Mini Review: Verdict
As far as mice designed for productivity go, the Razer Pro Click Mini is a great option. It’s comfortable to use if you have small or medium-sized hands and won’t take up too much space in your backpack. The quiet mechanical switches make it ideal for use in an office so as not to disturb anyone else, and the free-spin scroll mode is a lovely touch. While it’s a great investment at its $79 / £79 retail price, we’ve seen it drop to as low as $50 / £36 on Amazon, so keep an eye out for discounts. You can also take a look at our Razer Promo Codes.
However, macOS users may be bothered by the fact that its companion software, Synapse 3, is compatible only with Windows, meaning they won’t be able to customize the mouse to their liking. Additionally, the scroll wheel tends to squeak, disrupting the silence that Razer is so keen to maintain. It is also not ergonomically designed, so using it for long hours could cause wrist pain. This can be solved with ergonomic mice, such as the Logitech MX verticals or the Logitech Elevator.
That said, the Pro Click Mini definitely deserves a spot among the best mice, so if you’re looking for a productivity-oriented mouse, your search ends here.
