The Logitech G502 HERO is a wired gaming mouse that feels very well-built. Its right-handed shape offers ergonomic support with a thumb rest, and it has a ton of programmable buttons, including a sniper button. It also has remarkably low click latency and a wide CPI range. Though it's rather heavy compared to a dedicated FPS mouse, it comes with five removable weights to allow you to redistribute the weight to suit your preference. Its scroll wheel unlocks for free scrolling, and it has L/R tilts for horizontal scrolling, which are rare features on a gaming mouse. Unfortunately, it's a rather large mouse, and people with small hands will likely have a hard time getting a comfortable grip or reaching all the buttons.
Our Verdict
The Logitech G502 is a good mouse for office use. It has a right-handed, ergonomic design with a thumb rest, meaning it feels comfortable to use for long workdays. You can switch to a free-scrolling mode using a button behind the scroll wheel to make navigating long documents easy, and the scroll wheel also has L/R tilts for horizontal navigation. Thanks to its companion software, it has great customization features, and you can reprogram nearly all of its buttons. Unfortunately, it's wired-only, and its cable is quite stiff, which may be a problem if you're working in a tight or cluttered space. It's also too large for users with small hands as they can't reach all the buttons.
- Feels very well-built.
- Many programmable inputs.
- Fully compatible with Windows and macOS.
- Scroll wheel unlocks for free scrolling and has L/R tilts.
- Large design may be uncomfortable for people with small hands.
- Stiff cable.
- Too bulky to fit into laptop bags.
- Quite heavy.
The Logitech G502 HERO is a very good mouse for FPS games. It feels very well-built and comfortable to use thanks to its grippy body and right-handed shape with a thumb rest, which also has a sniper button built into it. It has remarkably low click latency and a wide, customizable CPI range. Unfortunately, it may not be the best option for people with small hands.
- Feels very well-built.
- Outstanding click latency.
- Many programmable inputs.
- Large design may be uncomfortable for people with small hands.
- Stiff cable.
- Too bulky to fit into laptop bags.
- Quite heavy.
The Logitech G502 HERO is an excellent MMO mouse. Although it doesn't have as many programmable inputs as dedicated MMO mice, you can reprogram buttons and assign a G-Shift button in the software to enable a second layer of commands. It feels very well-built and is comfortable to use thanks to its right-handed shape with a thumb rest. It also has very low click latency, a very wide CPI range, and you can set the CPI precisely in increments of 50. Unfortunately, it's a rather large mouse that users with small hands may find difficult to comfortably use.
- Feels very well-built.
- Outstanding click latency.
- Many programmable inputs.
- Large design may be uncomfortable for people with small hands.
- Stiff cable.
- Too bulky to fit into laptop bags.
- Quite heavy.
- Too bulky to fit into laptop bags.
Changelog
- Updated Aug 19, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5.1. This update removes less relevant or redundant elements, including several videos. We've also adjusted our Sensor Latency testing, resulting in minor score changes. See our full 1.5.1 changelog for details.
- Updated Jan 05, 2024: We've updated the CPI graph displayed in the Sensor Latency section of this review. Our results remain the same, but these graphs have two new columns with results from the Delay At Half Movement and Delay To End Of Movement tests.
- Updated Oct 02, 2023: We've added text to this review for the new tests added in TBU 1.5.
- Updated Oct 02, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5. This update adds a new Main Button test group, which provides button actuation data and switch information. We've also made minor changes to how we calculate the Office usage score. For more details, you can see our full changelog here.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the Logitech G502 in black. There's a special edition (SE) variant that's black and white and a League of Legends collaboration variant with K/DA coloring. There's also a wireless version of this mouse, the Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED.
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The Logitech G502 HERO is a premium-feeling, wired gaming mouse that's the updated version of the Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum. It has a lot of programmable buttons and a sniper button on the left side. Despite being designed for gaming use, it has office-oriented features like a scroll wheel that unlocks for free scrolling and has L/R tilts for horizontal scrolling. However, this mouse is designed for people with larger hands, and its cable is a bit stiff, creating drag when gaming.
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The Logitech G502 X is the updated version of the Logitech G502 HERO. The G502 X features upgraded switches in the L/R buttons, a significant weight reduction, and better feet. While the overall shape of both mice is very similar, the G502 X has a less aggressive gamer aesthetic, and the side button cluster has been moved to be easier to reach. On the other hand, the G502 HERO has RGB lighting.
The Razer Basilisk V3 and the Logitech G502 HERO are full-featured gaming mice with comparable performance. The Razer is lighter and has a more flexible cable. It also has better quality mouse feet and lower click latency. On the other hand, the Logitech feels sturdier and has one additional button overall. Its software is also compatible with Windows and macOS, while the Razer software is only compatible with Windows. Both mice have scroll wheels with L/R tilt buttons and free-scrolling modes, but the Razer's wheel can automatically switch between modes depending on how quickly you scroll.
The Logitech G502 HERO is a better gaming mouse than the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED. It feels better built, has more programmable buttons, and you can set the CPI more precisely. Its scroll wheel also has L/R tilt buttons and a free-scrolling mode. On the other hand, the G305 can be used with any grip type by people with smaller hands and is more portable thanks to its smaller, wireless design.
The Logitech G502 HERO is a better gaming mouse than the Logitech G602. It feels better built, has weight optimization, higher customizable CPI, and a better mouse wheel. On the other hand, the G602 is more suited to people with smaller hands due to its less bulky design, and you can use it wirelessly.
Test Results
The Logitech G502 HERO has an aggressive gamer aesthetic with sharp angles and RGB lighting. The two RGB zones are located in the logo and on the left side to indicate the CPI setting. The buttons are made of glossy black plastic, while the body is matte black plastic, and the sides are covered with latex for added grip.
The Logitech G502 feels well-built and solid. Though there's a slight wobble in the mouse wheel, this is likely due to the L/R tilt feature, as this is a common issue in mice with that feature.
You can adjust the Logitech G502's weight distribution by adding or removing the five 3.6g weights. You can also choose to remove the plastic plate covering the compartment for adding weights to save additional, but doing so negatively impacts the gliding experience, meaning both the Default Weight and Lowest Weight test include this bottom plate attached to the mouse. If you're interested in a lighter mouse, the newer version of this mouse, the Logitech G502 X, is significantly lighter.
The Logitech G502 HERO feels very comfortable to use, thanks to its slanted design and thumb rest. However, it's a fairly large mouse that likely won't be comfortable for users with small hands.
For a wireless variant of this mouse, check out the Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Wireless. You can also check out the similarly shaped Corsair IRONCLAW RGB Wireless.
The Logitech G502's cable is decent. However, it's pretty stiff and tends to get caught on surfaces and create drag.
Its feet are decent. They're a bit thinner than average and have sharp edges, so they produce scratching sounds on desks and feel a bit rough. On the upside, they feel smoother on mousepads.
The Logitech G502 HERO's left- and right-click buttons use Omron D2FC-F-K mechanical switches. These switches feel lightweight and responsive and have a crisp, satisfying tactility.
It's widely reported by owners online that these switches can develop double-clicking issues over time. It's important to note that all mechanical switches will develop double-clicking issues with normal wear and tear as their contacts corrode. However, this switch model is more susceptible to developing these issues sooner. Most people likely won't experience double-clicking issues with this mouse until after considerable time and use. However, it's safest to ensure you buy this mouse directly from Logitech or a licensed seller so that the product warranty is valid if the switches fail prematurely.
If you're concerned about double-clicks, you may want to check out the newer version of this mouse, the Logitech G502 X, which uses optical switches that do not develop double-clicking issues over time.
You can reprogram almost every button on the Logitech G502 except the button behind the scroll wheel. You can use the software to assign a G-Shift button to enable a second layer of commands. There's also a profile switching button and a CPI switching button that allows you to cycle through your presets on the fly. It also has a sniper button on the left side in the thumb rest. For a mouse with a very similar shape but a four-button D-pad on the left side, check out the Cooler Master MM830.
The Logitech G502 HERO has remarkably low and consistent click latency. You won't experience any noticeable click latency-related delays while using this mouse.
This mouse has four polling rate options: 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, and 1000Hz. You can also set four CPI presets per profile, which you can cycle through using an assigned button. If you're interested in a similar mouse with a sniper button but has a CPI you can adjust by increments of one, check out the Corsair M65 PRO RGB.
Its scroll wheel feels precise. You can unlock it for a free-scrolling mode using a button behind the scroll wheel. It also has L/R tilts, which can be programmed using the software. If you're interested in a very similar full-featured gaming mouse with a scroll wheel that you can set to automatically alternate between a notched and free-scrolling mode depending on the speed you're scrolling, check out the Razer Basilisk V3.
Logitech's G HUB software is exceptional. It's fully compatible with Windows or macOS and gives you many customization options for your mouse. This mouse also has onboard memory, so you can save your settings and retain them if you switch to a different computer. There were no issues using this software during testing. However, many users online have reported problems with Logitech's G HUB, including but not limited to startup issues, freezing, and connection issues with certain devices. If you'd like to share your experience using Logitech G HUB with this mouse, feel free to leave a comment in the discussions.