Weight
- Apple Magic Mouse 2
- 99 g
- Microsoft Arc
- 82.5 g
Mouse comparison
Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.
01Selected ![]() Apple Magic Mouse 2
KSh 13,000In Stock | 02 ![]() Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse
KSh 16,500In Stock |
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Choose the Apple Magic Mouse 2 if you want a lower price (KSh 3,500 less). Choose the Microsoft Arc if you want a lighter build (82.5 g), a slimmer 14 mm body and a newer model (2017).
The main differences to help you choose.
| Priority | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Compact low-profile mouse | Snap-flat portable mouse |
| Weight | 99 g | 82.5 g |
| Connections | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Two devices | Connects to one device at a time | Connects to one device at a time |
| Controls | 1 Multi-Touch click surface | 2 buttons |
| Battery life | About 1 month or more between charges | Up to 6 months of battery life |
| Performance | Laser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surface | 1,000 DPI sensor |
| Battery capacity | Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion | Battery: 2 × AAA batteries |
| Sensor technology | Laser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surface | Microsoft BlueTrack Technology |
| Customization software | macOS and iPadOS system settings | Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center |
| Type | Wireless Multi-Touch mouse | Bluetooth snap-flat mouse |
| Scroll wheel | Multi-Touch surface | Full scroll plane touch surface |
| Horizontal scroll | Yes, Multi-Touch gestures | Yes |
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Explore the full specifications, section by section.
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Microsoft |
| Model | Magic Mouse 2 (A1657) | Surface Arc Mouse (ELG-00001) |
| Announced | 2015 | 2017 |
| Type | Wireless Multi-Touch mouse | Bluetooth snap-flat mouse |
| Color | Silver with White Multi-Touch surface; Space Gray with Black Multi-Touch surface | Light Grey |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 113.5 × 57.1 × 21.6 mm | 131 × 55 × 14 mm (flat) |
| Weight | 99 g | 82.5 g (with batteries) |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | — |
| Form Factor | Compact low-profile mouse | Snap-flat portable mouse |
| Grip Style | Fingertip | Fingertip |
| Material | Aluminum enclosure; acrylic Multi-Touch surface | Plastic with soft-touch surface |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | Wireless | Wireless |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth Low Energy |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Wireless Receiver | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Multi-Device Connection | No | No |
| Cable / Connector | Lightning to USB charging and pairing cable | — |
| Wireless Range | — | Up to 10 m in open air; up to 5 m in office environments |
| Cable Length | — | — |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Customization Software | macOS and iPadOS system settings | Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center |
| Onboard Memory | No | No |
| Profiles | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Haptic Feedback | No | No |
| Silent Clicks | No | No |
| Special Features | Multi-Touch gesture surface; automatic pairing with Mac | Snaps flat to power off; curves to power on; full vertical and horizontal touch scrolling |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Technology | Laser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surface | Microsoft BlueTrack Technology |
| DPI Adjustment | No | No |
| DPI | — | 1000 DPI |
| Tracking Speed | — | 30 in/s |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Buttons | 1 Multi-Touch click surface | 2 |
| Programmable Buttons | No | No |
| Gesture Button | Yes — Multi-Touch gestures | Not applicable |
| Scroll Wheel | Multi-Touch surface | Full scroll plane touch surface |
| Horizontal Scroll | Yes — Multi-Touch gestures | Yes |
| Thumb Wheel | Not applicable | — |
| Button / Switch Type | — | Mechanical click with capacitive touch scrolling |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion | 2 × AAA batteries |
| Battery Life | About 1 month or more between charges | Up to 6 months |
| Charging Port | Lightning | Not applicable |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
| Battery Capacity | — | — |
| Charging Time | — | — |
| Fast Charging | — | — |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Not applicable | Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| macOS | OS X 10.11 or later | Not applicable |
| Other Operating Systems | iPadOS 13.4 or later | — |
| Required Port / Connection | Bluetooth-enabled Mac or iPad; USB port for charging | Bluetooth 4.0 or later |
| Software | None required on supported Apple devices | Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center (optional) |
| Specification | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | Microsoft Arc Wireless Mouse |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | Magic Mouse 2 and Lightning to USB cable | Surface Arc Mouse, 2 AAA batteries and user documentation |
These products have the same published specifications.
Choose Microsoft Arc for a lighter build; Apple Magic 2 is the cheaper choice if you do not need a lighter build.
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