Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini

57 reviews

Jun, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 57 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design, but there are some mixed comments about the value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Mouse & Pointing Devices the Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Lara Luepke (cnet.com)

Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini

The Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini uses a laser instead of the standard LED found in most optical mice. We've seen only one other authentic laser mouse, the Logitech MX1000, and we liked it so much we made it an Editors' Choice. Though the...

Laser technology increases sensitivity; flawless performance; RF receiver clips to mouse

Smaller scrollwheel requires more finger strokes; expensive

The Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini is comfortable to use--for a portable mouse--and is a good performer, but it's more expensive than comparable mice.

Sep, 2005

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Consumer review by: Possumlad (cnet.com)

Best wireless mini I've used

ultra-responsive laser; dependable, lag free RF connection; ergonomic, especially for a mini mouse; on/off switch; solid battery life

Uses 2AA batteries instead of 1 (many mice in this cateogry use 1)

Dec, 2005

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Consumer review by: wayne34567 (cnet.com)

Almost Perfect

I am very picky about the mouse I use, and after trying probably near 50 in my life, this is the first one I've ever really liked. I'm on my 3rd one now, and have no plans to change.

Most importantly, it is very comfortable in my hand. But this is a personal preference and everyone is different

A smaller, micro-sized dongle would make it perfect

Nov, 2005

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Consumer review by: ricncal (cnet.com)

On par with other laser mouse in the market ...

As of December 2006 ... since it's inception ... the price has gone down drastically making this mouse on par with the more expensive ones' and better value for the dollar ... at CompUSA it is on sale for $ 29.99 with a $ 5.00 rebate ... you cant beat...

Ease of Use ... Plug and Play ... Very Accurate and Good Range

No negative comments at all for this product

Nov, 2005

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Consumer review by: idahoann (cnet.com)

Great Mouse

I recently bought a new tablet PC so needed a mini mouse. I bought the Kensignton Optical Mini, #72214. Nothing about it was appealing: hard to open case to insert batteries, hard to synch (needed a pen to press the mouse button underneath), hard to...

Ergonomic, instant synch & connect

Have to shop around to get a good price

Nov, 2005

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Consumer review by: merlion73 (cnet.com)

Functionality over Form

The USB tongle is kept OUTSIDE of the mouse on the bottom. With everything mixed in in my bag, the USB tongle often comes lose and turn on the mouse, so my battery often drains out. Aside from that it is comparable to my Logitech VX.

Decent Laser Mouse. Accurate on my HP NC6400

USB is akwardly outside the mouse

Nov, 2005

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Amazon review summary for the Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini

alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 user reviews of the Kensington PilotMouse Laser Wireless Mini from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Mouse & Pointing Devices on Amazon.com.

value for money, design

82% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2013

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Consumer review by: Nick (amazon.com)

A good deal for the money

I purchased this mouse because it was just what I wanted and it does just as it says. The reason that you can turn it off without removing it from the USB port is a big plus. When you hold it in your hand it fits like it was made for you. I recommend...

Jul, 2009

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Consumer review by: N/A (newegg.com)

Not a HTPC Mouse

should have known that it wouldn't live up to the task for only $35.

Size, styling

Did not live up to 30' range as advertised - at all. We have our HTPC above the tv, about 6' high, and when attempting to use the mouse with a perfect line of sight to the USB receiver from ~12' away, mouse was choppy, movements not consistently...

Jun, 2009

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Consumer review by: J (amazon.com)

Kensington Mouse (Bluetooth)

I really like this mouse..Bought it to go along with my 1000HE. There's one thing I don't like about it though...it's the weight...with two AA size batteries it really bogs it down than the typical mouse. I wish they would have used rechargeable...

May, 2009

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