Fnatic FLICK 2  Mouse Review

Reviewed Aug 25, 2021 at 10:59am
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
Fnatic FLICK 2

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Office/Multimedia 
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Video Games (FPS) 
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Video Games (MMO) 
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Ultra-Light Gaming 
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Travel 

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The Fnatic FLICK 2 is a good, wired FPS gaming mouse. It has a symmetrical, ambidextrous shape with a soft touch textured finish, rubberized sides, and two side buttons on the left. It feels reasonably well-built, but there's a bit of flex in the body if you press in some areas and the scroll wheel on our unit is stiff. It's well-suited for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip, as well as larger hands using a fingertip grip. Performance-wise, it has a very low lift-off distance, and you can adjust the CPI by increments of 100 within a broad range. Unfortunately, it's heavy, and it has high click latency for a gaming mouse. The software also has an option allowing you to set independent CPI values for the x- and y-axis, which is an uncommon feature. However, this isn't something we've tested.

Our Verdict

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Office/Multimedia 

The Fnatic FLICK 2 is decent for office and multimedia work. It feels well-built, and it has an ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip. You can also program all of the buttons using the companion software compatible with Windows and macOS. Unfortunately, this mouse doesn't support Bluetooth. Also, the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt buttons and doesn't unlock for free scrolling.

Pros
  • Feels reasonably well-built.
  • Ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip.
Cons
  • Wired-only.
  • Scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt buttons and doesn't unlock for free scrolling.
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Video Games (FPS) 

The Fnatic FLICK 2 is a good FPS gaming mouse. It feels reasonably well-built, and it has an ambidextrous shape well-suited for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip and larger hands using a fingertip grip. Performance-wise, it has a very low lift-off distance and a wide CPI range. Unfortunately, it's a fairly large and heavy mouse. It also has higher click latency than similar gaming mice, and you can only adjust the CPI by increments of 100.

Pros
  • Feels reasonably well-built.
  • Ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip.
  • Cable is more flexible than most rubber cables.
Cons
  • Heavy.
  • Click latency is high for a gaming mouse.
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Video Games (MMO) 

The Fnatic FLICK 2 is a good mouse for MMO gaming, though it doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse. That said, you can program all of the buttons it does have using the companion software. It feels well-built and has a comfortable ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or a claw grip. Performance-wise, it has a wide CPI range and a very low lift-off distance. Unfortunately, it has high click latency for a gaming mouse, and you can only adjust the CPI by steps of 100.

Pros
  • Feels reasonably well-built.
  • Ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip.
Cons
  • Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO mouse.
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Ultra-Light Gaming 

While the Fnatic FLICK 2 scores decently for this use, it's significantly heavier than a dedicated ultra-light gaming mouse. It also has high click latency compared to other gaming mice. Despite this, it feels well-built, and it has a comfortable, ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip.

Pros
  • Feels reasonably well-built.
  • Ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip.
Cons
  • Heavy.
  • Click latency is high for a gaming mouse.
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Travel 

The Fnatic FLICK 2 is inadequate for travel use as it's bulky and may not fit in most laptop cases. It's also a wired-only mouse, meaning that it may be cumbersome to use in small spaces like buses, trains, and planes. That said, it feels well-built, and it's suitable for nearly all hand sizes using a palm or claw grip. It also has onboard memory, allowing you to use custom settings on computers without installing the software.

Pros
  • Feels reasonably well-built.
Cons
  • Bulky; may not fit in most laptop cases.
  • Wired-only.
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    Office/Multimedia
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    Video Games (FPS)
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    Video Games (MMO)
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    Ultra-Light Gaming
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    Travel
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Aug 25, 2021: Review published.
    2.  Updated Aug 19, 2021: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Jun 15, 2021: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Jun 11, 2021: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    The Fnatic FLICK 2 is black and there are no other color variants. You can see the label for our unit here.

    Popular Mouse Comparisons

    The Fnatic FLICK 2 is the second iteration in Fnatic's FLICK mouse lineup. The FLICK 2 has a symmetrical shape designed to be comfortable for either right- or left-handed players, compared to Fnatic's CLUTCH 2, which has a more traditional right-handed shape. However, like the CLUTCH 2, the FLICK 2 only has side buttons on the left, which some left-handed players may not find ideal. This mouse is marketed towards the esports community and has several noteworthy features, including a soft-touch finish, rubberized side grips, and the ability to adjust the x- and y-axis of your CPI settings independently. Unfortunately, the mouse is fairly large and heavy, and it has higher click latency than most other gaming mice at this price point.

    For more options, see our recommendations for the best mouse, the best wired mouse, and the best gaming mouse.

    Razer Viper Mini

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    The Razer Viper Mini is a better wired gaming mouse than the Fnatic FLICK 2. The Razer is much lighter and feels sturdier. It also has a more flexible cable, mouse feet that glide much more smoothly, and much lower click latency. You can also assign a HyperShift button to enable a secondary layer of commands. On the other hand, the Fnatic has a wider CPI range, a more consistent sensor, and a lower minimum lift-off distance. It also has customization software compatible with Windows and macOS, while the Razer only has software compatible with Windows.

    ASUS ROG Keris Wireless

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    The ASUS ROG Keris Wireless is a great wireless gaming mouse with a right-handed shape, while the Fnatic FLICK 2 is a good wired gaming mouse with an ambidextrous shape. The ASUS is lighter and feels sturdier. It also has mouse feet that glide more smoothly, a higher maximum CPI, and lower click latency.  On the other hand, the Fnatic has a lower lift-off distance and rubberized side grips. It also has customization software compatible with Windows and macOS, while the ASUS has software that's only compatible with Windows.

    BenQ ZOWIE EC2

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    The Fnatic FLICK 2 and the BenQ ZOWIE EC2 are both good wired gaming mice. The Fnatic feels sturdier and has a more flexible cable. It also has a wider CPI range, and you can adjust the CPI by increments of 100, while you can only cycle between four preset CPI settings on the BenQ. The Fnatic also has customization software, which the BenQ lacks. On the other hand, the BenQ is marginally lighter and has mouse feet that glide smoother, though they have sharp edges. The BenQ also has significantly lower click latency.

    Logitech G903 LIGHTSPEED

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    The Logitech G903 LIGHTSPEED is a great wireless gaming mouse, while the Fnatic FLICK 2 is a good wired gaming mouse. The Logitech feels sturdier and has seven additional buttons, including two side buttons on either side. It also has a scroll wheel with L/R tilt buttons and a free-scrolling mode. It has a more precisely adjustable CPI and a much lower click latency. On the other hand, the Fnatic has a textured soft-touch finish body and rubberized side grips. Both mice are well-suited for a palm or claw grip for nearly all hand sizes, but the Logitech is more accomodating to smaller hand sizes than the Fnatic.

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    Test Results

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    HeightLockedLock" (Lock mm)
    WidthLockedLock" (Lock mm)
    Grip Width
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    Portability
    Volume
    LockedLock in³ (Lock cm³)
    Cable/Receiver Storing
    LockedLocked
    Weight
    Maximum Weight With Wire
    LockedLock g
    Maximum Weight Without Wire
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    Minimum Weight Without Wire
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    Weight Distribution
    LockedLocked
    Extra Weights
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    Build Quality
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    Comfort Of Use
    Right-handed
    LockedLocked
    Left-handed
    LockedLocked
    Ambidextrous
    LockedLocked
    Coating
    LockedLocked
    Finger Rest
    LockedLocked

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    Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
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    Medium Hand
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    Large Hand
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    X.Large Hand
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    Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
    Small Hand
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    Medium Hand
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    Large Hand
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    X.Large Hand
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    Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
    Small Hand
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    Medium Hand
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    Large Hand
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    X.Large Hand
    LockedLocked
    0.0
    Wireless Versatility
    Bluetooth
    LockedLocked
    Receiver
    LockedLocked
    Battery Type
    LockedLocked
    Use When Charging
    LockedLocked
    On/Off Activation
    LockedLocked
    Receiver Extender
    LockedLocked
    Battery IndicatorLockedLocked
    0.0
    Cable
    ConnectivityLockedWired
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    Fnatic FLICK 2 Cable Video Sample
    Cable LengthLockedLock ft (Lock m)
    Cable Type
    LockedLocked
    Permanent Kink
    LockedLocked
    Port Type: Mouse End
    LockedLocked
    Port Type: PC End
    LockedLocked
    0.0
    Mouse Feet
    Gliding Experience
    LockedLocked
    Material
    LockedLocked
    Extra Included
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    In The Box

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    Control
    Sensor Specifications
    Sensor Technology
    LockedLocked
    Sensor Model
    LockedLocked
    Works On Glass
    LockedLocked
    Minimum CPI (DPI)
    LockedLock CPI
    Maximum CPI (DPI)
    LockedLock CPI
    CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps
    LockedLock CPI
    CPI (DPI) Variation
    LockedLock%
    Minimum Lift Off Distance
    LockedLock mm
    Maximum Polling Rate
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    0.0
    Buttons
    Buttons Activation
    LockedLocked
    Total Number Of Buttons
    LockedLock
    Number Of Side Buttons
    LockedLock
    Number Of Programmable Inputs
    LockedLock
    Profile Switching Button
    LockedLocked
    CPI (DPI) Switching Button
    LockedLocked
    Gesture Support
    LockedLocked

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    Mouse Wheel
    Scroll Wheel
    LockedLocked
    Scroll Wheel Steps
    LockedLocked
    Scroll Wheel Tilt
    LockedLocked
    Thumb Wheel
    LockedLocked
    Thumb Wheel Steps
    LockedLocked

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    Noise
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    Fnatic FLICK 2 Noise Video Sample
    Click Noise
    LockedLocked
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    Click Latency
    Click Latency: Receiver
    LockedN/A
    Click Latency: Bluetooth
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    Click Latency: Wired
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    Operating System And Software
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    Compatible Software Option
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    Software Windows Compatibility
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    Software macOS Compatibility
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    Account Needed
    LockedLocked
    On-Board Memory
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    CPI (DPI) Adjustment
    LockedLocked
    Polling Rate Adjustment
    LockedLocked
    Profile Configuration
    LockedLocked
    RGB On/Off
    LockedLocked
    0.0
    Mouse Compatibility
    Windows CompatibilityLockedLocked
    macOS CompatibilityLockedLocked