The best left-handed gaming mouse models don't just keep things flat and shift the side buttons, they still offer high-speed sensors, plenty of additional controls, and a comfortable base for day-to-day gaming.
They're still few and far between, but with mainstream brands like Razer, Corsair, Logitech, and SteelSeries allocating at least one model to lefties there are options out there. Between fully left-handed pointers and more flexible ambidextrous designs, both light-weight speedsters and macro-packed giants are available if you know where to look.
Our reviewers have been testing ambidextrous and left-handed gaming mice ever since the early days, but right now the best model available is the Corsair M75 Wireless. This is a slick pointer with swappable side buttons, a flat shape, and fantastic value for money. However, there are lighter and more button-heavy options up for grabs depending on your playstyle. The good news is that after all that testing we've found that some of the best gaming mouse models can easily be replicated for lefties.
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Best overall
With a true ambidextrous design, super-fast sensor, easy DPI shifting, and excellent battery, the Corsair M75 Wireless is the rodent to beat.
Best budget
With a low price point, but two-sided button design and flat body shape, the Corsair M55 RGB Pro is excellent value overall.
Best wireless
Not many left-handed gaming mice are wireless, but the Logitech G903 packs a comfortable form factor and plenty of extra buttons into its cordless design.
Most comfortable
A wider body and excellent grip means the SteelSeries Sensei 310 is the most comfortable option for lefties after an ergonomic gaming mouse.
Best FPS
With a super light 69g body, the Razer Viper is the best left-handed gaming mouse for first person shooters, especially with that extra grip.
Best MMO
Razer's left-handed Naga gaming mouse gives you the most buttons while also providing speed and comfort.
The best left-handed gaming mouse overall
The Corsair M75 Wireless is an ambidextrous gaming mouse, but with removable buttons on each side it fits just as easily into the left as it does the right.
✅ You need versatile connections: With both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections this one's going to see you through both full PC and lighter portable play.
✅ You don't want to worry about hattery life: With up to 210 hours of Bluetooth battery, this one can run for weeks without having a cable attached.
✅ You need flexibility: The swappable side buttons mean this rodent runs just as well in left or right-hand mode.
❌ You want plenty of functionality: The M75 Wireless has a larger body, which is normally associated with mice packing extra controls, however only two of those side buttons work at one time.
❌ You prefer tall side buttons: These clickers are a little flatter when swapped over, so if you don't like reaching to hit in-game actions you might be better off with something a little more tactile.
Design: This is a pretty typical design, with a relatively high arch, comfortable slope down to the main click buttons, and nestled grooves on each side. The top of that arch isn't angled either left or right, which means you'll find comfort here whichever way you're using it. Those swappable buttons are a little thinner than other options, sitting fairly flush against the side of the device.
Features: With a 26K DPI sensor at 650 IPS you're still getting a solid set of specs under the hood. No, it's not as strong as some of the top of the range gaming mice on the market, but it's still a marked improvement from other ambidextrous options.
There's a particularly handy approach to DPI shifting as well. While there's no dedicated button along the top of the mouse, the clicker located underneath can be used in conjunction with the side buttons to incrementally change your sensitivity on the go. Throw in 105 hours of battery life, a robust, centered feel, and you've got yourself a fantastic piece of kit.
Performance: While a little larger than FPS-first mice, the M75 Wireless still holds up in faster gameplay. The sensor was always accurate and speedy in my testing, with a strong glide underneath that still makes for a nicely flickable experience. It's heavier than the fastest mice on the market, but you'll still be able to nip around an arena. Those Quickstrike clicks are similarly satisfying, feeling loud and robust under the fingertips but still smooth enough to keep up with repeated clicks.
Read more: Corsair M75 Wireless review
The best budget left-handed gaming mouse
Among several left-handed gaming mice that I can personally testify for in this guide, is the Corsair M55 RGB Pro. This left-handed gaming mouse tided me over after my DeathAdder Elite lefty (now sadly discontinued) finally gave up the ghost. Affordable, reliable, and accurate, this ambidextrous offering from Corsair is a great choice.
✅ You don't want to break the bank: This is an older release and it's regularly on sale, which means you can pick up a solid entry-level left-handed gaming mouse for a great price.
✅ You have larger hands: The longer body is going to suit those with larger hands particularly well, especially considering just how far down the scroll wheel is.
✅ You don't need a wireless connection: This is a wired device, but it comes with a high-quality permanently attached cable.
❌ You need super tactile clicks: These main switches were a little softer than I would have liked in testing.
❌ You play competitively: That 12,400 DPI shouldn't worry you, but the 220 IPS speed is considerably lower than newer releases.
Design: This is a very grippy and pleasantly tactile mouse that will stick nicely in your hand. Those rubber side grips did feel a little cheap underhand during my testing, but overall this is a super comfortable mouse for lefties. It's incredibly easy to whip around across mousepads given its featherweight 3.14oz (89g) mass.
Features: This is enhanced by its optical sensor that offers up to 12,400 DPI - something that, among other things, can be altered and customized via Corsair's iCue software. Not only that, but there's bags of value packed in here; with that lightweight design, 8 programmable buttons, and a 12.4K DPI sensor. Those are specs that we just don't see at this price point, let alone the $20-$30 bracket that this model often finds itself in.
Performance: The switches are a little soft and the scroll is placed just a little too far down the body to be instantly reachable, but the sensor quality and glide easily make up for these sacrifices. Considering its budget price point, this is still a fantastic-feeling mouse, with the specs you'll need to hold your own in single-player adventures.
Read more: Corsair M55 RGB Pro review
The best wireless left-handed gaming mouse
The Logitech G903 is the first of a few ambidextrous mice in this list, as they're more prevalent and far easier to get your paws on than dedicated left-handed designs.
✅ You use a PowerPlay mouse pad: Compatible with Logitech's range of wireless-charging mouse pads, this could be a fully cable-less experience.
✅ You like a more striking design: That middle section certainly catches the eye, separating the G903 from more boring aesthetics.
✅ You want a solid sensor: Logitech has upgraded this model with the Hero 25K sensor for faster speeds.
❌ You want a dedicated lefty device: This is an ambidextrous design, which means it's not a full-on left-handed model, rather it caters to both crowds equally.
Design: Despite being designed for both hands, the Logitech G903 is still particularly comfortable. It has a chassis that houses removable thumb buttons, to be changed according to the user, with an incredibly effective and satisfying click to them.
Features: Meanwhile, the metal scroll wheel on top is often touted as a game changer as it can be clicked out of a notched spin into a free-spinning action that can go for quite the time and distance if you need to cover ground quickly.
The Logitech G903 also now features a Hero 25K sensor, bumping you up to a full 25,600 DPI compared to the original's 12,000. It's also compatible with the brand's wireless charging PowerPlay pads if you don't want to worry about battery life at all (it comes with up to 140 hours otherwise).
Performance: This is a competitive gaming mouse with one of Logitech's bigger sensors under the hood. That upgrade to the Hero 25K offers more headroom for more sensitive movements while also upping the speed to 400 IPS. That's workable for lower ranks in competitive gameplay, but is certainly more than enough for fast-paced action titles.
The most comfortable left-handed gaming mouse
The SteelSeries Sensei 310 is far from the most expensive left-handed gaming mouse on the market, but it still manages to pack the most comfortable form factor. That's all with a solid sensor and onboard storage at a great price.
✅ You play for longer periods of time: The comfortable shape and additional side grips make this one for the long-haul.
✅ You need onboard memory: With an ARM processor under the hood you can keep all your settings with you wherever you plug in.
✅ You have other PrismSync devices: SteelSeries' RGB color effects can be shared across other PrismSync devices as well.
❌ You need a wireless connection: This is fully wired, without a detachable cable at the front.
Design: The shape and design of the SteelSeries Sensei 310 make for a brilliantly comfy rodent, ideal for those in the market for a reliable, ergonomically-sound mid-sized pointer. A rubberized silicone flank helps players maintain grip, which the softly rounded shape keeps those ergonomics in check even during longer sessions.
Features: Like other ambi mice, it has two thumb buttons on both sides, but these are positioned - like the Viper's - in such a way where they can be easily used or avoided, simultaneously. There'll be no accidental button mashing, but there will be plenty of easy-to-reach functionality.
Under the hood you'll find SteelSeries' TrueMove3 sensor, running up to 12,000 DPI and customizable in increments of 100. That 350 IPS speed certainly isn't bad either. It's not going to top the charts, but it's an improvement over the slower rate of the Corsair M55 Pro above. There's no wireless connection here, though.
Performance: Between the reliable sensor and excellent side grips, the SteelSeries Sensei 310 runs particularly well in fast-paced titles. The rodent's Split-Trigger Switches also offer a firm but steady actuation that feels responsive but also satisfying at the same time.
The best left-handed gaming mouse for FPS
The Razer Viper is an easy option for me to recommend to lefties. Particularly those into esports or just general competitive online play - it's blindingly quick. It accommodates almost everyone, too. If you've got smaller hands, there's Razer Viper Mini. And if you want to cut the cord? The wireless Razer Viper Ultimate is available too.
✅ You play competitively: This is a lightweight FPS-first mouse that will be best used by those playing ranked.
✅ You prefer a lighter weight: At 69g, this is one of the more flickable left-handed gaming mice on the market
❌ You prioritize functionality over speed: If you'd prefer to swap that low weight and small design, there are other models that pack more buttons.
Design: The standard Razer Viper is a lean machine of a pointer, trimming off a load of weight to make a fast-as-hell Razer mouse. Its chassis - which weighs only 2.43oz or 69g - also houses impressive new tech.
Features: A 16,000 DPI 5G sensor and optical switches load more speed into the mouse's design; these are supposed to triple actuation speed and provide near-instantaneous responses to every click.
We thought it was a shame that each of the side buttons couldn't be disengaged like the Corsair M55 RGB Pro. However, their placement meant they were never accidentally triggered in our testing.
Performance: All of this results in a extremely fast action, making the Viper easily one of the best left-handed mice for gaming (and one of the best wireless gaming mouse options available), and particularly perfect for shooters like Call of Duty: Warzone, Fortnite, or Apex Legends.
Read more: Razer Viper review
The best left-handed gaming mouse for MMOs
The Razer Naga Left-Handed Edition is definitely the best left-handed gaming mouse an MMO player can buy right now.
✅ You need as many controls as possible: That 12-button array is difficult to find on left-handed mice but gives you access to plenty of controls.
✅ You want pinky support: Left-handed mice tend to forget about pinky support in their ambidextrous designs, but there's a whole flank here.
❌ You don't need the extra buttons: If you won't use that macro pad then it's worth looking elsewhere, it can get tricky to avoid hitting all those buttons if you're not used to it.
Design: It takes the familiar shape that the original Naga Trinity made famous, thus making it perfectly ergonomic for lefties. It has the 12-button arrangement on the thumb side to harness the multi-function use of its predecessor, too.
Features: It doesn't feature the replaceable panels like the original, but that's not a tremendous downside. Indeed, this is due to the fact that a majority of users of the right-handed version stuck to the 12-button layout anyway, and Razer wanted to make this one as streamlined as possible. And hey, we can't complain too much.
In all, the left Naga has 20 programmable buttons, a brand new optical sensor offering up to 20,000 DPI, one of Razer's new Speedflex cables for reduced drag, and PTFE mouse feet for smoother, faster glides.
Performance: While it maintains a lean toward MOBA and MMORPG players in particular given its versatility and programmable button pad, I find myself using it for everything: whatever the game, whatever the work task, this mouse has been a revelation for me. Using it with Razer Synapse 3 is a joy and I can even put my pinky on the mouse in a designated resting place.
Read more: Razer Naga Left-Handed Edition review
Left-handed gaming mice: FAQ
Why are there fewer left-handed gaming mice?
There are far fewer left-handed gaming mouse options on the market simply because the market for them is a lot smaller. Thankfully we're seeing more and more options for lefties hitting the shelves these days, from dedicated left-handed pointers to the far larger range of ambidextrous models.
Which brands make left-handed gaming mice?
A number of brands produce left-handed gaming mouse options within their product lines, though very few have enough lefty options to keep up with their right-handed numbers. Razer, Logitech, Corsair, and SteelSeries offer a range of ambidextrous and left-handed mice.
Ambidextrous vs left-handed gaming mice
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There is a difference between an ambidextrous gaming mouse and one specifically designed to fit in the left hand. An ergonomic right-handed mouse, for example, may feature a thumb tray towards the bottom of the device, a slight hump around the main body, and a slant away from the left. When these features are mirrored for a left-handed mouse, it's considered to be truly designed for the lefties.
However, an ambidextrous mouse simply adopts a more neutral stance. Rather than offering an ergonomic design for either hand, you'll find a flat top, and mirrored side buttons on each side.
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