The Magic Trackpad 2 is a more comfortable and convenient way to navigate a Mac, as it offers better ergonomics than the Magic Mouse. The Trackpad 2 is larger and more comfortable to work with, making it great for gesture-based navigation for extended periods of time. However, the Magic Mouse is smaller and has a lower profile than its predecessor.
Ergonomics are a major consideration, and the Magic Trackpad may be more comfortable for long periods of use. The Magic Mouse is smaller and has a circular compartment for AA batteries, so the entire device sits at a slightly lesser position. After using this setup for the last four months, my pain has subsided and I can concentrate on writing, not on the pain in my hands and wrists.
I have had the same issues with the trackpad and my wrist, and this video helped me figure out how to use the trackpad better. The Trackpad is supposed to be better for the wrists, and by keeping it close to the keyboard, I can minimize wrist movement. However, neither of these devices are ergonomic, and your hand will suffer from it in the long run.
Of the supposedly ergonomic and purely vertical PC mice in the test, the Logitech MX Vertical is the most comfortable to hold. The vertical design allows for better grip and reduces the risk of phantom inputs.
📹 Why nobody talk about the Apple Magic Trackpad 3?
I’m a long time term Magic Trackpad Review not so much about the technology behind but more about the benefits of using it.
📹 Which is better? Logitech MX Master 3 vs Apple Magic Trackpad 2
Which high end peripheral should you get? In this video, we talk all about the Logitech MX 3 Mouse vs the Apple Magic Trackpad …
Once I knew that macOS has the custom configuration of right click + mouse move just with three fingers on trackpad. I am very comfortable with Apple Magic Trackpad. We can also keep plug-in cable while using it. The wired connection stabilizes the connection reducing a time lag especially while you are not using for a while with more precise and accurate pointer cursor navigation.
Thanks for your recommendation of using them together, makes a lot of sense. After I started feeling pain with the trackpad I had to switch to my mouse again, but now I have started using them both depending on the use or what I need, for scrolling documents and zooming, the trackpad is great, so I switch my hand between both.
Great article (love the 911 on the desk BTW)! Just moved away from the Apple Magic Trackpad and keyboard (have used the original and gen 2 for years) to the MX Logic Master Keys (non-mechanical) and Master 3S mouse. The biggest difference for me is true, mult-device connectivity (not universal control). I use a work MBP and a personal MBP in clamshell connected to dual monitors (not at the same time). When I want to switch machines, I had to forget the Apple devices from one machine and then connect to the other machine (became a PITA) every time I made the switch. Now, I have three devices connected to the LT keys and mouse. All I have to do is press a button on each device to select either my work machine, personal machine, or ipad. Also, the typing experience is so much better than the Apple keybord too (IMO). The mouse pretty much has all the functions of the Trackpad…but in a mouse. Which surprised me. Apple looks good but seems to be falling behind on the actual tech itself. Like anything, it all comes down to what you need / want. For me, the LT products win hands down.
Haha Tereza! I had in fact, been questioning myself whether to get the MX Master 3 but since it is quite expensive I haven’t made my mind. I bought the MX keys recently, and had been looking for a bundle since I have had a G502, which is a gaming mouse but has a very similar design as the Mx Master 3 but after a few years it started dying. I am happy you have kept with the good article production.
I bought my MX Master 3 to use with a work PC laptop last year and love it, I used it with the MX keys which is a great keyboard. My personal laptop is a MBP. After using computers since the 70s I have never once enjoyed using trackpads until I started moving back towards MacOS a few years ago. I LOVE the Apple trackpads. When I recently purchased a Studio I started using my MX mouse with it but quickly bought one of the trackpads and I love it. When I play some games I like to use the mouse but otherwise I use the track pad. I have found the MX Mouse loses Bluetooth connectivity from time to time so I’m using the USB dongle with my Studio. I have no problems at all with the trackpad. This is probably the best comparison article I have seen on this subject, I love that you covered so many different areas. You gave people trying to make a decision a lot to think about! Subbed and looking forward to future content!
Very nice comparison – I have both devices as well. I love the trackpad and used it for a long time and then when the MX Mouse came along, I fell in love with it. I use the MX mouse both at work on a Windows PC and at home on my iMac. On my PC I use the software and the USB dongle however on my iMac the dongle would loose connectivity and the software seems to not work well at all. So I just use the BlueTooth connectivity with my iMac and it works very well. I now wonder how you feel about the MX Keyboard? I use the one for Windows and love it. For my iMac, I still use the full size keyboard that Apple sells. I don’t do a lot of typing at home so it works pretty good. However I think if i had to use it for a long period of time I would find it very tiring due to the shallow key travel. I love the MX keyboard at work. Glad i found your website, it’s very nice and I wish you well.
Charming presentation from a charming lady. I have been using the MX3 for Mac. Love it. This weekend is my Birthday and I have asked for the upgrade to the MX3S for Mac. I use a Wacom Intros Pro Medium for photographic work That is my go to. I use the mouse for personal use. The tablet is amazing. I only upgraded to the latest model for the extra advantages of touch and sensitivity.. I look forward to other reviews you do. Thank you. And Kudos on a job well done… Mark.
Wasn’t sure if I needed the Trackpad since I had the MX mouse. I went ahead and ordered the Trackpad today. I wonder why one color is cheaper than the other. Not complaining as I purchased the cheaper one obviously. lol. I saw your other article on switching the scroll. I have a Mac Mini M2 with the latest Ventura. Can’t wait to see if this will be an issue. Thank you for sharing.
I bought the MX Master 3 after perusal several reviews, but I returned it after a trip to Best Buy. That store has the MX Ergo Plus Trackball Mouse. I now no longer need to have lots of room on my desk to move a mouse around. The trackball sits in one spot that is comfortable for me to use without aggravating my carpal tunnel like the MX Master 3 did. I switched to Mac January last year and was happy to see that I didn’t need to buy a mouse designed for Mac. It also works great on my 11″ M1 iPad. I’m still not sure about the Magic Trackpad. I like the design and build quality, especially in Space Gray, but I can’t see any real advantages it has over my trackball mouse.
Also two things which you did not mention in this article. 1.- One of the selling points of mx hardware like the mouse or the keyboard, is that it is multi-device, so you can work on multiple computers at the same time (or your phone). 2.- That these devices, you can eve even use them to send files over between devices. I guess this can be very handy for you when you buy your own mac pro when you have a lot of subscribers and make a lot of articles :), also I know the MX master can increase the DPI which can help to move the hand a bit less. Anyway, have a beautiful evening, nice article and I actually was expecting you to say the winner had been the trackpad but I was wrong 😆.
What does the name Tereza mean? Tereza means “from the island Therassia”, “inhabitant of Thera”, but as well “huntress” (from ancient Greek “thēráō/θηράω” = to hunt or “thēríon/θηρίον” = huntable/wild animal) or “harvester” (from ancient Greek “therizo” = to harvest). Another meaning of Tereza is “summer” (from ancient Greek “théros/θέρος”).
Logitech’s software for Mac is buggy; especially the driver. I had raised a ticket to Logitech a year ago, and one gentleman answered (yea, before Logitech ack-ed the ticket) about the underlying faulty driver. My guess about the scrolling directions on that mouse change because macOS kills the process, but the Logitech daemon process restarts the driver. Till the process restarts and applies your preference, everything behaves differently. But this is a wild guess.
How well/long does your finger slide on the trackpad. I have this built in trackpad on my wireless Logitech keyboard but even the tiniest amount of sweat or humidity makes it almost unusable because my finger starts to grip and doesn’t glide as smoothly anymore. I do agree on the idea of switching it up, I’ve always done that with different mice and even gaming controllers, heck even shoes. Reduces strain a lot.
Thank you, good article. You could use Better Touch Tools to add more options to the Magic Trackpad. I’m testing the MX5, but I’m not enjoying until now (first hours). I already was using the Trackpad on my iMac but I needed a solution for my MacBook. I’m leaning to the trackpad again, while I understand your ‘exhausted fingers”. Today, I feel that I’m getting exhausted by the MX5 though.
Why would someone use a Trackpack on a desktop computer? This is the slowest way to interact. I get it, there are the gestures, but shortcuts on a keyboard are way faster. The more you do with your keyboard, the faster you work. I have a macboook too and the trackpad with the gestures are great, but even in this usecase I try to make most of the input with the keyboard and shortcuts, if I need to do things fast and with least effort as possible. I don’t get it, why are there so many people on youtube comparing a mouse with a trackpad?