The Best Claw Grip Mouse - Summer 2021 Mice Reviews

The best claw grip mouse with a wired connection is the Razer DeathAdder V2. It's well-built and fairly lightweight, and it feels remarkably comfortable thanks to its rubber grips and slight curve for right hands. It has two side buttons on its left side that can be reprogrammed through Razer's Synapse 3 software, along with its RGB zones in its scroll wheel and the logo on the back.

It has a very wide CPI range that can be adjusted in increments of 50, although the sensor tends to overshoot the set CPI a bit. It has a low lift-off distance, which is great if you want to reposition it without having your cursor moving. It also has excellently low click latency, and even competitive gamers should find it very responsive. All of its buttons are programmable, and you can even set an HyperShift button to have a second layer of customizable actions.

Unfortunately, people with small hands might struggle to reach all the buttons with a claw grip since the mouse has a long body. Also, the Razer Synapse 3 software isn't compatible with macOS, so you can't customize it directly from your computer if you're using this OS. On the plus side, it has onboard memory, so you can use a Windows PC to save your settings to the mouse and maintain them when you switch PCs. All in all, it's great for claw grip and is also among the best wired mice we've tested.

The best claw grip mouse with a wireless connection that we’ve tested is the Logitech G Pro Wireless. This mouse has an ambidextrous design that lets you choose between having two buttons on the left or right side or all four at once on both sides. Its design feels very comfortable and is well-suited for any hand size using a claw grip. You can easily connect it with its USB receiver, but take note that it doesn't support Bluetooth.

It has a very wide CPI range with practically no variation, whether you're moving the mouse slowly or quickly. Its click latency is also excellent, and it has a high maximum polling rate that should result in smooth movements. If using all four side buttons at the same time, you end up with eight programmable buttons. You can also set a G-Shift button to enable a second layer of commands when needed.

Unfortunately, if you plan on using this mouse wired, its rubber cable is stiff and may create drag on your desk. It also doesn't have any ergonomic features, and some people may not like the fairly high hump on its back. If that's your case, you could check out the similarly performing Razer Viper Ultimate for a lower profile option. All in all, the Logitech is an excellent option for wireless gaming and should satisfy most fans of claw grip.

The Cooler Master MM720 is the best mouse for claw grip that we've tested in the ultra-light category. It has a honeycomb body with two side buttons on the left and RGB lighting zones within its body and scroll wheel. It only weighs 54g without its cable, making it one of the lightest mice we've tested. It has a right-handed shape with a pinky rest and closely resembles one of Cooler Master's older models, the Cooler Master CM Storm Spawn.

It's shorter and wider than other recommendations on this list, but it's very well-suited for a claw grip for most hand sizes. Bear in mind, not all claw grip users hold their mouse the same way, and this mouse is a great choice if you prefer using a variant of a claw grip with minimal or no palm contact. Performance-wise it has a wide CPI range, a CPI you can adjust by increments of 100, a very low lift-off distance, and remarkably low click latency.

Unfortunately, its honeycomb body squeaks and feels like it may crack if you press hard enough. While this shouldn't present any problems during everyday use, many similar mice feel sturdier. Also, the sensor undershoots the set CPI during faster mouse movements, and the customization software is only compatible with Windows. Nevertheless, this is one of the best lightweight mice we've tested and should be a very comfortable choice for most claw grippers.

The best mouse for claw grip that we've tested in the budget category is the SteelSeries Rival 3. This wired mouse has an impressive build quality for its price and feels very solid, with minimal rattle and no loose-feeling parts. It has an ambidextrous design with a high bumped back that feels very comfortable. All hand sizes should have no problem having a good hold of the mouse and reaching all the buttons while using a claw grip.

The sensor is very consistent, and even though its max CPI isn't as high as some other options, it's likely high enough for most people. It also has a low lift-off distance and a high maximum polling rate for smooth cursor movements. The click latency is low enough that even competitive gamers shouldn't notice any delay. The mouse and its companion software are both fully compatible with Windows and macOS, and you can easily save all your preferred settings to the onboard memory.

Unfortunately, the side buttons might feel a bit difficult to press as they start flush with the body and then raise slightly in the middle. The wheel is also very low-profile, so scrolling might be a bit of a challenge, but this design does make it easier to use the middle click. Otherwise, this is a great option for its price, and it's also one of the best gaming mice that we've tested.