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Logitech M196 vs Logitech M221

Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.

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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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Logitech M221 Wireless Mouse

Logitech M221 Wireless Mouse

  • 75.2 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Battery: One AA battery.
  • 1,000 DPI sensor.
KSh 3,900In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse if you want Bluetooth Low Energy. Choose the Logitech M221 if you want up to 18 months of battery life.

Weight

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
76 g
Logitech M221
75.2 g

Connections

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Bluetooth connection
Logitech M221
2.4 GHz wireless connection

Battery capacity

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
1 × AA battery
Logitech M221
One AA battery

Type

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Wireless mouse
Logitech M221
Productivity mouse

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

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

Logitech M221

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 18 months (vs 12).
  • Optical tracking sensor.
  • Power: One AA battery.
  • Also in the box: USB receiver.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221
Weight76 g75.2 g
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy2.4 GHz wireless USB receiver
Battery lifeUp to 12 months of battery lifeUp to 18 months of battery life
Performance1,000 DPI sensor1,000 DPI sensor
Battery capacityBattery: 1 × AA batteryBattery: One AA battery
TypeWireless mouseProductivity mouse

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelM196 — Off-White: 910-007460; Rose: 910-007461; Graphite: 910-007459M221 Silent (910-006510)
TypeWireless mouseProductivity mouse
ColorOff-White; Rose; GraphiteCharcoal

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Dimensions100 mm × 60 mm × 38 mm99 mm × 60 mm × 39 mm
Weight76 g75.2 g
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Connection TypeBluetooth Low Energy2.4 GHz wireless USB receiver
BluetoothBluetooth Low EnergyNo
Wireless ReceiverNo USB receiver required or includedUSB nano receiver included
Wireless RangeUp to 10 mUp to 10 m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Silent Clicks—SilentTouch technology

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Sensor TechnologySmooth optical trackingOptical tracking
DPI1,000 DPI1,000 DPI

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Number of Buttons33
Scroll WheelMechanical line-by-line scrollingLine-by-line mechanical scrolling

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Battery Type1 × AA batteryOne AA battery
Battery LifeUp to 12 monthsUp to 18 months

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
Required Port / ConnectionBluetooth Low Energy support—
Windows—Windows 10/11 or later
macOS—macOS 10.5 or later
Other Operating Systems—linux: Linux kernel 2.6 or later; chromeos: Supported

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M196 Bluetooth MouseLogitech M221 Wireless Mouse
In the BoxMouse; 1 AA battery (pre-installed); User documentationMouse; USB receiver; AA battery; user documentation

Similarities

  • Both use 1,000 DPI sensors.
  • Both connect with a USB receiver.
  • Both have a range of up to 10 m.
  • Same hand orientation: ambidextrous.
  • Same number of buttons: 3.
  • Both are made by Logitech.

In summary

Choose M196 Bluetooth for a Bluetooth connection; M221 offers longer rated battery life.

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