The Logitech MX Master 3S continues Logitech’s popular MX Master productivity lineup. It retains the same ergonomic shape and feature set but makes several noteworthy improvements over the previous generation Logitech MX Master 3. This version has quieter click buttons and an improved sensor with a wider CPI range, making it more suitable for use with higher resolution displays. It also uses Logitech’s new BOLT receiver, which promises improved performance in congested wireless environments and more robust security compared to the older Unifying Receiver used by previous MX Master models.
Our Verdict
The Logitech MX Master 3S is an outstanding mouse for office use. It has a comfortable ergonomic shape with a thumb rest and feels exceptionally well-built. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth or its included USB receiver and can pair with up to three devices simultaneously. You can adjust sensor settings, program custom gesture controls, and remap buttons using the customization software. It has two independent scroll wheels; one for horizontal scrolling and one for vertical scrolling. The vertical scroll wheel can also switch automatically from a more precise scrolling mode to a faster, free-scrolling mode depending on how quickly you're scrolling.
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Feels remarkably well-built.
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Ergonomic right-handed shape.
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Connects wirelessly with its included Logitech BOLT USB receiver or Bluetooth.
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Quiet left- and right-click buttons.
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Fairly bulky; isn't easy to slip into laptop bags or cases.
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Fairly large; isn't well-suited for smaller hands.
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No storage compartment for its USB receiver.
The Logitech MX Master 3S is adequate for FPS gaming, but isn't for this use. It feels exceptionally well-built and has a comfortable right-handed shape suitable for most hand sizes. However, it's heavy, its click latency is only decent, and its sensor isn't intended for gaming. While its CPI range is fairly wide for a productivity mouse, it's narrow compared to many gaming options. It also has a very low, fixed polling rate, meaning your cursor movements won't feel as smooth or consistent as those made with a dedicated gaming mouse.
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Feels remarkably well-built.
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Ergonomic right-handed shape.
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Click latency is only decent compared to dedicated gaming mice.
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Heavy.
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Fairly bulky; isn't easy to slip into laptop bags or cases.
Though not designed for this use, the Logitech MX Master 3S is a decent option for MMO gaming. It feels remarkably well-built and has an ergonomic right-handed shape. It doesn't have quite as many buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse, but you can reprogram buttons using the customization software. Unfortunately, its sensor isn't intended for gaming. It has a low polling rate, and while its CPI range is fairly wide for productivity use, it's comparatively narrow compared to gaming models. The click latency is decent for casual gaming but isn't well-suited for competitive play.
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Feels remarkably well-built.
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Ergonomic right-handed shape.
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Click latency is only decent compared to dedicated gaming mice.
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Fairly bulky; isn't easy to slip into laptop bags or cases.
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Not nearly as many programmable side buttons as most dedicated MMO mice.
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Fairly bulky; isn't easy to slip into laptop bags or cases.
- 9.0 Work
- 7.4 Video Games (FPS)
- 7.4 Video Games (MMO)
- 6.8 Raw Performance
- Updated Oct 02, 2024: We've added new text to the Mouse Wheel section that details commonly reported issues with inconsistent or erratic scroll wheel behavior.
- Updated Sep 23, 2024: We've added information regarding the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac variant of this mouse in the Differences Between Variants and Mouse Compatability sections.
- Updated Apr 18, 2024: We've added a link to the 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro Wireless in the Additional Buttons section of this review.
- Updated Mar 26, 2024: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Keychron M6 in the Click Latency section of this review.
- Updated Jan 10, 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.
- Updated Jul 25, 2023: After receiving user feedback, we've retested and corrected an error in this review that incorrectly stated the polling rate of this mouse was capped at 90Hz when connected via Bluetooth on Windows and MacOS. The polling rate is only capped at 90Hz via Bluetooth on macOS. We've added new text to the Sensor Specification section of this review to relay this result.
- Updated Jul 12, 2023: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Logitech MX Anywhere 3S in the Portability section of this review.
- Updated Dec 09, 2022: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.4. This update modifies our Hand Size Recommendation test, adding a more granular hand size recommendation chart. We've moved several minor tests into different test groups, removed the Travel usage, and added a new Raw Performance usage. For more details, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated Sep 06, 2022: Following a comment left by a user, we retested the maximum polling rate on Windows and macOS while the mouse is connected via Bluetooth and found that it was lower than the fixed maximum polling rate while connected with the USB BOLT receiver. We've added a note in the Sensor Specification and Wireless Versatility box detailing these findings.
- Updated Sep 06, 2022: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3. This update adds a new Sensor Latency test and makes minor changes to several of our existing tests, resulting in test result changes in several sections. For more information, you can check out our full changelog here.
- Updated Aug 15, 2022: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.2. This update simplifies our Weight test and expands on our CPI test from Test Bench 1.1, resulting in changes to test results in both sections. For more details, you can see our complete changelog here.
- Updated Jul 20, 2022: Review published.
- Updated Jul 15, 2022: Early access published.
- Updated Jul 05, 2022: Our testers have started testing this product.
- Updated Jun 28, 2022: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
- Updated Jun 11, 2022: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We bought and tested the standard variant of the Logitech MX Master 3S in the Graphite colorway. You can see the label for our unit.
| Name | Color Options | BOLT Receiver Included |
| Logitech MX Master 3S | Graphite, Pale Gray, Black | Yes |
| Logitech MX Master 3S For Mac | Pale Gray, Space Gray | No |
Note that each of the variants listed above is compatible with any computer operating system. The only differences are the color options and whether a Logitech BOLT USB receiver is included in the box.
Compared To Other Mice
Logitech's MX Master mice have earned a reputation for being very comfortable productivity mice with tons of features. While the new Logitech MX Master 3S doesn't make any radical changes to the formula, it incorporates some interesting improvements over the previous generation Logitech MX Master 3. This mouse has much quieter click buttons that still retain a tactile quality. It also boasts an improved sensor with a wider CPI range and uses Logitech’s new BOLT USB receiver. If you're interested in this mouse but don't feel you need all of the newest features offered by this version, you may want to look at previous models, which share many features in common and are frequently less expensive. For a breakdown of the major differences between some of these older versions, check out our video breakdown.
For more recommendations, see our picks for the best work mouse, the best wireless mouse, or for other Logitech models, the best Logitech mouse.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Vertical are wireless productivity-focused mice that belong to the same lineup. The 3S has several features the Vertical lacks, including gesture controls, a dedicated thumb wheel for horizontal scrolling, and quieter click buttons. The 3S also uses Logitech's new BOLT USB receiver, while the Vertical uses an older Unifying Receiver. Apart from that, the major difference is that the Vertical has a vertical, ergonomic design, which means you hold it in a 'handshake' position. A design like this can be helpful if you experience discomfort using a more conventionally shaped mouse.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech M720 Triathlon are both productivity mice with ergonomic, right-handed shapes. The MX Master 3S has several features the Triathlon lacks, including a secondary scroll wheel for horizontal scrolling and quieter click buttons. It also uses Logitech's new BOLT USB receiver, while the Triathlon uses the older Unifying USB Receiver. On the other hand, the M720 Triathlon is slightly smaller and more portable. It also uses an AA battery for power, while the MX Master 3S recharges with an included USB cable.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Master 3 are visually identical productivity mice in the same lineup. The MX Master 3S is newer and includes several improvements. It has quieter left- and right-click buttons and an upgraded sensor with a wider CPI range. It also uses Logitech's new USB BOLT Receiver, while the previous generation MX Master 3 uses Logitech's older Unifying USB Receiver.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S are wireless, productivity-focused mice. The MX Anywhere 3S is smaller, lighter, and has a symmetrical shape. It's designed more with portability in mind. On the other hand, the MX Master 3S has a larger, more ergonomic right-handed shape and somewhat more premium-feeling build quality. It also has quieter mouse clicks and an integrated gesture button hidden in the thumb rest. Additionally, it has a secondary scroll wheel and a primary scroll wheel that supports tilt actions.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and Keychron M6 are wireless mice with similar ergonomic-style shapes. The Logitech is designed for work use. It has noticeably better build quality and build materials. It also has a gesture button on the thumb rest, which the Keychron lacks. Additionally, its scroll wheel can automatically switch between notched and free-scrolling modes, while you need to toggle between scrolling modes on the Keychron with a button. That said, the Keychron is noticeably lighter and has much better sensor and click latency performance, making it a much better choice for mixed productivity and gaming.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Razer Pro Click are high-end productivity mice. The Logitech has a right-handed shape with a thumb rest and includes several features the Razer lacks, including gesture controls, a dedicated scroll wheel for horizontal scrolling, and software compatible with Windows and macOS. On the other hand, the Razer is more portable and has a symmetrical shape suitable for either right or left-handed users. The Razer is a much better option if you're also planning on using your mouse for gaming. It has much better sensor performance, a maximum polling rate of 1000Hz, and excellent click latency.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Anywhere 3 are work mice that share several features. You can wirelessly pair either mouse with up to three devices at once, and they both have scroll wheels with free-scrolling modes. That said, the MX Master 3S includes several features the Anywhere 3 lacks, including quieter clicks, gesture controls, an improved sensor, and a secondary scroll wheel. On the other hand, the Anywhere 3 is much more compact and designed with travel use in mind, while the MX Master 3S is larger and fairly bulky, so it's best suited for desktop use.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Master are productivity mice from the same lineup. The MX Master 3S is much newer and features several improvements, including an upgraded sensor, better button placement, quieter clicks, and improved battery life. The MX Master 3S also has a USB-C charging cable and uses Logitech's newer BOLT USB receiver. On the other hand, the MX Master has an older micro-USB charging cable and uses Logitech's previous generation Unifying Receiver.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Logitech MX Master 2S are productivity mice from the same lineup. They look very similar and share many features in common, but the MX Master 3S is newer and has several upgrades under the hood. It has quieter clicks, a better sensor, and updated ergonomics with buttons that are easier to reach. It also recharges with a USB-C cable, while the older MX Master 2S uses a micro-USB cable. You can wirelessly connect either mouse via Bluetooth or their included USB receivers, but the MX Master 3S uses Logitech's newer USB BOLT receiver, while the MX Master 2S uses an older Unifying Receiver.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the Keychron M7 are wireless mice designed for different uses. The Keychron is made for both gaming and productivity, has a lightweight body, and uses a gaming sensor. The Logitech, on the other hand, is made purely for productivity. It has higher build quality and feels more premium overall. It also has several productivity features, like a secondary scroll wheel and a free scrolling function. While you can use the Logitech for casual gaming, the Keychron is the better gaming option overall.
The Logitech MX Master 3S and the 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro Wireless are wireless productivity mice. Both have fairly large, ergonomic-style shapes with a thumb rest. The Logitech is designed more with 2D-based work in office suite or timeline-based editing applications. It's sturdier and feels more premium. It also has a scroll wheel with free-scrolling and tilt inputs and a gesture button in the thumb rest. On the other hand, the 3Dconnexion mouse is designed with 3D CAD applications in mind. It has a dedicated middle mouse button and a gesture button behind the scroll wheel that opens a customizable radial menu.
Test Results
The Logitech MX Master 3S looks the same as the previous generation Logitech MX Master 3; it has a clean, professional look with a solid plastic body, rubber grips, and metal scroll wheels. There's a 'Logi' logo on the left click button and a small LED battery light indicator on the left side.
The Logitech MX Master 3S isn't a very portable option due to its large size and fairly bulky shape. If you're interested in a similar mouse with a more compact design that's easier to carry around, check out the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S.
The Logitech MX Master 3S has remarkable build quality. The materials feel high-quality and durable. There aren't any loose parts, and the mouse doesn't creak or make any sounds when squeezed. While there aren't any rattling sounds when you shake the mouse, the primary scroll wheel wobbles very slightly in its housing. However, this isn't noticeable during normal use.
The Logitech MX Master 3S is very heavy compared to other productivity models.
The Logitech MX Master 3S has a very comfortable right-handed shape. The buttons are well placed, and the materials feel very high quality. There's also a grippy rubber covering that wraps around the large thumb rest, palm area, and entire right side. Overall, it's a fairly large mouse that you may find cumbersome if you have very small hands.
Like previous generations in the series, you can wirelessly pair the Logitech MX Master 3S with up to three devices simultaneously and switch between them with the button on the bottom of the mouse. The battery life is also unchanged from previous generations. Logitech indicates that this mouse has a 500mAh rechargeable battery lasting up to 70 days on a full charge. You can also get up to three hours of use from a one-minute quick charge.
The included USB-C charging cable for the Logitech MX Master 3S is only mediocre. It's fairly short and rigid, but on the plus side, it doesn't retain any kinks from its packaging.
The Logitech MX Master 3S has decent feet that glide well on mousepads and directly on desks. Unfortunately, these feet are slightly thinner than those on similar mice, and two of the four feet have sharp edges that can dig a bit into softer mousepads, causing added drag.
- Logitech MX Master 3S
- USB LOGI BOLT receiver
- USB-A to USB-C charging cable
- User documentation
This mouse's left- and right-click buttons use mechanical switches. Logitech describes these as 'Quiet Click' buttons. These buttons are much quieter than those on the MX Master 3 but still provide satisfying tactile feedback, which is somewhat rare on other productive mice with silenced click buttons, which can feel quite mushy.
You can program most of the buttons on the Logitech MX Master 3S using the customization software. However, the left- and right-click buttons, up and down scroll inputs, and the pairing button on the bottom of the mouse aren't programmable. You can program special actions for specific programs and choose between preset or custom gesture controls activated with the button on the thumb rest.
If you're interested in a similar wireless productivity mouse that has a dedicated middle mouse button, see our review for the 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro Wireless.
Overall, the Logitech MX Master 3S has decent click latency, well-suited for casual gaming, browsing, and productivity tasks. However, it isn't well-suited for fast-paced or competitive gaming.
Earlier models in the same lineup use Logitech's older Unifying USB Receiver. This mouse uses the new BOLT USB receiver. Logitech advertises that the BOLT receiver provides better security features and improved range and reliability, even in environments with lots of other wireless devices. This new receiver uses Bluetooth technology, so whether you're connected via Bluetooth or with the LOGI BOLT receiver, the click latency performance is very similar. The click latency is higher and less consistent compared to previous generations of this mouse using the older receiver, but this is expected behavior from Bluetooth.
If you're interested in a similar wireless mouse but with better raw gaming performance and many of the same productivity features, check out our review for the Keychron M6.
The sensor on the Logitech MX Master 3S can track on glass surfaces, an uncommon feature on modern mice. You can enable an 'Extended Sensor Range' setting within the software, which lets you adjust the CPI sensitivity up to 8000 CPI. However, both the polling rate and lift-off distance are fixed, and you can't adjust them.
The maximum polling rate on Windows is 125Hz when the mouse is connected to the Logi BOLT receiver or via Bluetooth. Note that when using a Bluetooth connection on macOS, the polling rate is capped at 90Hz.
Both scroll wheels on the Logitech MX Master 3S are made of metal and feel very high-quality. They're also very quiet. The vertical wheel on top has a precise, notched scrolling mode and a free-scrolling mode that's useful for quickly scrolling through documents or websites. By default, you can enable this mode manually with the button behind the scroll wheel. It also automatically enables whenever you're scrolling quickly. The scroll wheel on the left side of the mouse handles horizontal scrolling.
Disclaimer:
We've encountered fairly widespread reports from the community of inconsistent or erratic vertical scroll wheel behavior on the Logitech MX Master 3S and its predecessor, the Logitech MX Master 3. See an example Reddit thread.
This behavior can include slow or unresponsive scrolling, missed scroll inputs, and momentary reversed scrolling direction. We've been able to replicate these issues on the unit we bought and tested but found they're highly dependent on how you operate the scroll wheel.
From our experience with our test unit and most of those reported in the wider community, these issues are most reliably encountered during very quick, repeated scroll inputs, particularly with rapid changes in scroll direction.
If you're considering buying this mouse, we recommend considering how you naturally use your scroll wheel. The scroll wheel works exceptionally well with slower, more deliberate scrolling but tends to struggle with more urgent or hurried scrolling.
It isn't clear what causes this issue, and Logitech hasn't officially acknowledged it to our knowledge. In the comments, we've posted additional context and current theories on what may be causing this issue.
The left- and right-click buttons and both scroll wheels on the Logitech MX Master 3S are very quiet and won't bother those around you, even in noise-sensitive environments. The other buttons, including the mouse wheel click button, are louder but unlikely to bother anyone nearby.
This mouse uses Logitech's Options+ for customization. The software is straightforward and intuitive to use. You can reprogram buttons for specific programs, assign macros, and adjust gesture controls. There's also an 'Extend Sensor Range to 8K DPI' setting; you can enable it to customize your exact CPI settings up to 8000 CPI instead of setting your sensitivity with a percentage slider.
This mouse is fully compatible with both Windows and MacOS. Logitech sells a separate variant of this mouse called the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac, which is also compatible with both Windows and macOS. The only meaningful difference between these two variants is that the "Mac" variant doesn't include a BOLT USB receiver in the box (though it is compatible with one). It also includes a USB-C to USB-C charging cable instead of a UBS-A to USB-C cable.