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Logitech M235 vs Logitech M196

Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.

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Logitech M235 Wireless Mouse

Logitech M235 Wireless Mouse

  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Battery: 1 replaceable AA alkaline battery.
  • 1,000 DPI sensor.
KSh 3,800Out of Stock
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Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

  • 76 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: 1 × AA battery.
  • 1,000 DPI sensor.
KSh 3,050In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Logitech M235 and Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse are closely matched on published specifications; they differ in sensor (Optical tracking vs Smooth optical tracking), power source (1 replaceable AA alkaline battery vs 1 × AA battery) and connection type (wireless via USB receiver vs Bluetooth Low Energy).

Battery capacity

Logitech M235
1 replaceable AA alkaline battery
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
1 × AA battery

Connections

Logitech M235
2.4GHz
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Bluetooth Low Energy

DPI

Logitech M235
Up to 1000 DPI
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
1,000 DPI

Scroll wheel

Logitech M235
Regular vertical scroll wheel
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Mechanical line-by-line scrolling

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech M235

  • Optical tracking sensor.
  • Power: 1 replaceable AA alkaline battery.
  • Connection type: Wireless via USB receiver.

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

  • Smooth optical tracking sensor.
  • Power: 1 × AA battery.
  • Connection type: Bluetooth Low Energy.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityLogitech M235Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Connections2.4GHzBluetooth Low Energy
Battery lifeUp to 12 months of battery lifeUp to 12 months of battery life
Performance1,000 DPI sensor1,000 DPI sensor
Battery capacityBattery: 1 replaceable AA alkaline batteryBattery: 1 × AA battery
DPIUp to 1000 DPI1,000 DPI
Scroll wheelRegular vertical scroll wheelMechanical line-by-line scrolling

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelM235M196 — Off-White: 910-007460; Rose: 910-007461; Graphite: 910-007459
TypeWireless optical mouseWireless mouse
Color—Off-White; Rose; Graphite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Dimensions—100 mm × 60 mm × 38 mm
Weight—76 g
Hand Orientation—Ambidextrous

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Connection TypeWireless via USB receiverBluetooth Low Energy
Wireless Technology2.4GHz—
Wireless ReceiverUSB nano receiver; Unifying or Non-Unifying type depends on the product revision and must be checked on the boxNo USB receiver required or included
Wireless RangeUp to 10m; actual range depends on the operating environmentUp to 10 m
Bluetooth—Bluetooth Low Energy

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Special FeaturesOn/off switch; power and battery indicators—

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Sensor TechnologyOptical trackingSmooth optical tracking
DPIUp to 1000 DPI1,000 DPI

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Scroll WheelRegular vertical scroll wheelMechanical line-by-line scrolling
Number of Buttons—3

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Battery Type1 replaceable AA alkaline battery1 × AA battery
Battery LifeUp to 12 months; actual battery life varies with useUp to 12 months

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Required Port / ConnectionCompatible USB host port for the wireless receiverBluetooth Low Energy support

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M235 Wireless MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
In the Box—Mouse; 1 AA battery (pre-installed); User documentation

Similarities

  • Both use 1,000 DPI sensors.
  • Both connect with a USB receiver.
  • Both have a range of up to 10 m.
  • Both are made by Logitech.

In summary

M235 and M196 Bluetooth are closely matched on the features compared here.

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