The WLmouse Strider is a lightweight, symmetrical wireless gaming mouse with a magnesium alloy body and weight-saving cutouts on the top shell, sides, and underside. It has a medium-sized shape with a relatively wide rear hump, offering support that's best suited for claw grip. It connects wirelessly via one of two included 2.4GHz receivers: an 8000Hz receiver and a 1000Hz nano receiver. You can configure CPI, custom profiles, and other sensor settings through WLmouse's web-based or downloadable configuration software.
Our Verdict
The WLmouse Strider isn't designed with work use in mind, but it's still a decent option. Build quality is excellent, and the mouse feels extremely sturdy. Unfortunately, it doesn't support Bluetooth or multi-device pairing, but it does include a nano receiver that's more compact and power-efficient than the high-performance 8k receiver, making it the better choice for everyday or office use. While the shape is comfortable and supportive for most hand sizes, the weight-saving cutouts on the top and especially along the sides may feel uncomfortable depending on your finger placement. That said, grip tape is included in the box, which can help alleviate this.
Excellent build quality.
Weight-saving cutouts on either side of the mouse can be uncomfortable, depending on finger placement.
No Bluetooth connectivity or multi-device pairing.
Scroll wheel lacks a free-scrolling mode and L/R tilt input.
The WLmouse Strider is an outstanding FPS gaming mouse. It's extremely lightweight and sturdy, with excellent fit and finish and no notable build quality issues. It also features a comfortable, supportive shape with a wide rear hump, making it especially well-suited for claw grip users. Performance-wise, it delivers exceptionally low click latency and impressive sensor response, with support for polling rates up to 8000Hz. The only drawback is the weight-saving cutouts in the body. particularly along the sides, which can feel uncomfortable depending on finger positioning. However, adhesive grip tape is included in the box, which can help mitigate this.
Excellent build quality.
Exceptionally low click latency.
Remarkable sensor latency.
Extremely lightweight.
Weight-saving cutouts on either side of the mouse can be uncomfortable, depending on finger placement.
The WLmouse Strider is good for MMO gaming, though it doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO model. That said, it has excellent build quality and a supportive symmetrical shape suitable for most hand sizes and ideal for a claw grip. Unfortunately, the magnesium alloy body has weight-saving cutouts on the top and sides that can be uncomfortable, especially for longer sessions. That said, there are adhesive grips included in the box that can help alleviate this issue.
Excellent build quality.
Exceptionally low click latency.
Remarkable sensor latency.
Weight-saving cutouts on either side of the mouse can be uncomfortable, depending on finger placement.
The WLmouse Strider delivers remarkable raw performance, making it more than capable for competitive play across any game genre. It offers exceptionally low click latency, outstanding sensor responsiveness, and no problematic CPI accuracy deviation, and it supports a maximum polling rate of 8000Hz.
Exceptionally low click latency.
Remarkable sensor latency.
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 Mar 25, 2025: Review published.
- Updated Mar 19, 2025: Early access published.
- Updated Mar 11, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The WLmouse Strider is available in several colorways and two switch options. We bought and tested the Gold color variant with Omron Optical switches. See our unit's label.
| Name | Colorways | Switch Options |
|---|---|---|
| WLmouse Strider | Black, White, Gold, Purple | Omron Optical switches / TTC Nihil Transparent Black Dot mechanical switches |
Popular Mouse Comparisons
The WLmouse Strider is a lightweight wireless gaming mouse with a symmetrical shape and a magnesium alloy body featuring weight-saving cutouts. It includes two wireless receivers: one supports polling rates up to 8000Hz for competitive gaming, while the other is a compact, low-power nano receiver suited to more casual use. Shape-wise, the Strider is nearly identical to the Endgame Gear XM2we, with similarities to other popular models like the LAMZU Atlantis OG V2 4K and the Ninjutso Sora V2. However, compared to those mice that have solid plastic shells, the Strider may be a dealbreaker for some, as the cutouts in the body can affect comfort depending on hand positioning and finger placement; that said, grip tape is included in the box, which can help mitigate this. Despite its magnesium construction and aggressive cutout design, the Strider also isn't quite as light as some recent solid-body plastic models, such as the Hitscan Hyperlight or the Scyrox V8 — a potential drawback for ultralight enthusiasts.
At its premium price point, it competes directly with flagship offerings like the Razer Viper V3 Pro and the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2, though its raw performance falls just short of those top-tier options. Still, the Strider feels exceptionally well-built, with solid attention to detail. For those who like an XM2 shape but want wireless flexibility and 8k polling, it's a compelling alternative. It's also worth noting that it's available with two switch options, catering to preferences for either a very light or somewhat heavier click feel — a customization option that's still uncommon.
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The Razer Viper V3 Pro and the WLmouse Strider are lightweight, wireless gaming mice. The Razer offers slightly better performance, and its low-profile shape is more accommodating for a wider range of grip styles. In comparison, the WLmouse is a bit lighter, with a shape that features a wider, more supportive rear, making it best suited for a claw grip. Its magnesium alloy body includes weight-saving cutouts, which some users may find less comfortable — particularly the cutouts along the sides. The WLmouse also has much more lightweight web-based software compared to the Razer which has notoriously resource-intensive downloadable software.
The WLmouse Beast X Max and the WLmouse Strider are lightweight wireless gaming mice with magnesium alloy bodies and weight-saving cutouts. The key difference is shape: the Beast X Max has a hump closer to the middle point of the mouse and flared sides, making it versatile for all grip types. The Strider has a wider and more rearward hump placement, offering stronger palm support and making it especially well-suited for claw grip. Some users may find the cutouts uncomfortable depending on finger placement, but both mice include grip tape to help address this.
The Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 and the WLmouse Strider are both lightweight wireless gaming mice. The Logitech has a more versatile shape, accommodating a wider range of grip styles, and offers slightly better overall performance. Unfortunately, it uses somewhat resource intensive downloadable configuration software. The WLmouse, on the other hand, features a rearward hump that flares out at the back, providing added support and making it best suited for claw grip. It uses comparatively much less resource intensive web-based software, and it’s slightly lighter, thanks to its magnesium alloy body with weight-saving cutouts. However, these cutouts may feel uncomfortable for some users depending on finger placement, unlike the Logitech’s solid plastic shell, which offers a more uniform surface.
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k and the WLmouse Strider are lightweight, high-performance gaming mice with virtually identical shapes. The Endgame Gear is a wired-only model with slightly better performance, while the WLmouse offers wireless versatility. Despite that added functionality, the WLmouse is actually a bit lighter, thanks to its magnesium alloy body. However, unlike the Endgame Gear's solid plastic shell, the WLmouse features weight-saving cutouts, which some users may find uncomfortable depending on finger placement.
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