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ELECOM M HT1URBK Wired Trackball Mouse Larger Ergonomic Design 8 Button Function with Smooth Tracking Precision Optical Gaming Sensor for Home Work Office
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7.5
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/10
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Comfort
259ball, mouse, trackballs, elecom, scroll wheel
+79%
-21%
" ... I have been looking for a trackball for other than my thumb. ... But, it fits my large hands perfectly. ... "
" ... Pro - big device allows for different ways to work it - one finger or entire palm . ... "
" ... As says in the title, do not use alcohol/isopropyl to clean the plush wrist rest, this damaged mine. ... "
" ... This trackball was very comfortable to use, and I particularly liked the button arrangement. ... "
" ... Now I can just flick the ball, and after using it for the last month my wrist doesn't hurt anymore. ... "
" ... 1) They are ambidextrous. ... Of course, this means it's more comfortable for right-handed users than the other two, in my opinion. ... This allows your mouse-hand to be much closer to 'center', so you're not reaching way off to the right. ... "
" ... I’d been looking for a replacement for my old Logitech trackball, and was extremely pleased to find this. ... In really like how it fits my hand. ... "
" ... Everything from the battery contacts to the quality of the scroll wheel and the feel, fit and finish of the plastics. ... "
Mouse
179trackball, elecom, logitech, assistant, ball
+70%
-30%
" ... The top side trackball is great, I had hand cramping going on with the side mounted style you use your thumb on, this has eliminated that. ... "
" ... No trouble getting used to it or switching back and forth with the home mouse. ... "
" ... The ball moves smoothly, the buttons click click nicely, the build quality looks pretty good, and it will baffle standard mouse users. ... "
" ... I am really enjoying this mouse, though it is a little stick when rolling to the right. ... "
" ... Most beautiful track ball mouse iv ever had the pleasure to use . ... "
" ... This is a large sized mouse. ... It's the best mouse I have used. ... The base of it is quite thick so I placed the mouse on the desk and set my 3/8" wrist pad next to it to line up my wrist. ... "
" ... So I'm returning it and going back to a logitech marble mouse, which is more comfortable. ... "
" ... Love this mouse! ... I love the trackball mice but can't find any all-around good ones . ... ), a 3rd party app that allows you to set this mouse up to work with your MacBook - at least for me it did! ... "
Controls
147scroll wheel, trackball, left click, right click, programmable
+66%
-34%
" ... The unit seems solidly constructed and the buttons all feel very nice with good action. ... Every button is programmable with the Elecom MouseAssistant software. ... I also switched the right click to the outer long button on the right side which rests more naturally under my ring finger - the default is the inner long button on the right side. ... "
" ... Let me know when you come out with one that has a couple more Fn buttons next to the ball (forward of Fn1 and Fn2). ... "
" ... It's so comfortable, buttons are customizable with software, and it's got more than enough buttons and a scroll wheel with rocker. ... "
" ... I am still customizing the button assignments, but so far it has worked extremely well. ... It seems that it could take another button to the right of F3, but I am not quite sure how you would be able to distinguish between it and F3. ... I have not used the profiles so far, but I can see it being useful to set different button assignments depending on which program is being used. ... "
" ... once you program and learn the buttons it is a good trackball if you are a trackball junkie like me. ... "
" ... The Elecom software (HUGE Trackball) is ok and you can re-map the buttons to common non-alphabetical keys. ... "
" ... Awhile back I tried looking for a gaming trackball but could not find anything beyond basic two button layout. ... The software at Elecoms website allows use of all8 programmable buttons. ... "
" ... The amount of programmable buttons are impressive, but I really don't require them, so I deactivated most of them except for left click, right click, and the rotary . ... "
Device Compatibility
67microsoft trackball explorer, dongle, wired, computers, trackball
+75%
-25%
" ... I like the many connection options, but couldn't get bluetooth to pair with my linux desktop (worked fine on an android device). ... "
" ... Doesn't interfere with other cordless devices. ... "
" ... This is the replacement you have been looking for for your Microsoft Trackball Explorer. ... "
" ... This is the WHOLE package and, it is a solid device. ... "
" ... If you use multiple displays a trackball is GREAT. ... "
" ... If you remember the Microsoft trackball explorer, this is better. ... "
" ... I can safely say I like this BETTER than the MS Trackball Explorer (which I still use at home). ... "
" ... I was a long time user of the Microsoft Trackball Explorer. ... "
Product Reliability
55years, trackball, week, stopped working, weeks
+64%
-36%
" ... Well made and packaged well Working great ... "
" ... After a few months' use now I simply have to say WOW! ... "
" ... I have the Huge model and have thus far used it for ~1 year. ... "
" ... Like others, I was hooked on the MS Trackball (which I still have years after purchasing and it still works flawlessly to this day) and was disappointed to learn that it was discontinued. ... "
" ... As it was discontinued many years ago it is almost impossible to find a new one for a decent price (I am not willing to shed $600 for a mouse). ... "
" ... It's also the single best peripheral I've picked up in years. ... "
" ... I can use it all day and no issues. ... "
" ... No issues whatsoever. ... "
Ease of Use
43trackball, software, scroll wheel, setup, easy to use
+79%
-21%
" ... The wheel slides smoothly. ... "
" ... The software is easy to install and straightforward ... "
" ... DPI switch is easy to access and programmable keys allow for personalization. ... "
" ... The top most button is easy to hit, but the bottom one is mostly ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... It has tons of useful functions built in and the software is straightforward and easy to use. ... "
" ... The wheel is way too sensitive and when trying to click it's very easy to accidentally scroll. ... "
" ... The trackball was easy to set up. ... It just seems more intuitive and easier to use than a trackball. ... If you're used to mice or trackpads and want something that is equally easy to handle, you may be disappointed. ... "
Build Quality
43build quality, bearings, weeks, materials, break
+63%
-37%
" ... Secondly, it feels VERY similar to the MTE, which is my strong preference and have used for the last 12 years. ... "
" ... -The padded palm rest is a nice touch, but it seems very soft and I don't think it'll withstand heavy use. ... "
" ... The soft material it's made of is super comfortable (more on this below though, might present a durability issue). ... While I like the soft material on the palm rest I feel like it is going to have durability problems. ... "
" ... Sturdy, well made, tracks beautifully, super accurate, and I'd still be using it if not for my old injury making it not possible. ... "
" ... Unlike the MTE, the Elecom has black foam over a substantial portion of the device, so I was looking forward to having this padding provide a more comfortable experience. ... "
" ... I do have concerns about how well the memory foam cushion will hold up over time, but so far I've been using it for over six weeks with no issues. ... "
" ... It seems well made and cleanable ... "
" ... I read a few reviews that indicated the build quality and operation of the Elecom were great, so I bought the middle sized Deft pro model. ... "
Gaming
37trackball, mouse, games, buttons, gamer
+92%
-8%
" ... Also works great with gaming after a bit of trial. ... "
" ... I will stick with my dedicated gaming mouse (currently Logitech G903) ... "
" ... Looking for a gaming trackball for a long time,finally it's here! ... "
" ... In terms of gaming, I tried it for a bit. ... "
" ... I ONLY use trackball mice, especially for gaming. ... "
" ... This mouse is a perfect fit and is easily the best mouse i have used for gaming and browsing. ... "
" ... I use this trackball for work and at home, especially for FPS gaming extensively and it works very well (unlike Microsoft Explorer). ... "
" ... For graphic design use, or FPS gaming, it's been great. ... "
Size
31large, desk, smaller, small, ball
+84%
-16%
" ... Granted it is a wee bit large to cart around for wireless/portable use, but it seems to do the job nicely. ... "
" ... The Deft Pro is the perfect size. ... "
" ... I love the size. ... "
" ... I do have large hands so size is good. ... "
" ... For my hands too small. ... "
" ... I use it at work too: it looks very cool on my desk :) ... "
" ... Finally, I paid for this out of my pocket. ... "
" ... It is Huge as the name implies but it's size and shape are what gives it what you want and need. ... "
Software Platform
30windows 10, elecom, os, windows, right click
+37%
-63%
" ... Had a hard time downloading the correct software as my antivirus kept deleting it as a Trojan. ... Finally got Anti-Virus to ignore it and got it installed, but that is not something most users will be able to handle. ... Overall it is a descent replacement for the old MSTE, but issues with software and hardware just does not make me have a lot of confidence in this device nor would i recommend it to anyone. ... "
" ... Since everything in the software is in Japanese I have no ide what is or isn't set right. ... "
" ... Negative - I havent been able to open software from manufacturer website. ... "
" ... From this software I can try to apply the new settings but they don't change. ... "
" ... Only issue - the software from the company's website is unusable. ... "
" ... I went to the company website to download the control software for Macintosh. ... I could not get it to function on High Sierra or Mavericks OS. ... Software problems were the same, but it is much more responsive and reliable. ... "
" ... The software for it, if you can find it and it's in the correct language, is horrible. ... It causes random issues with some other apps. ... Thankfully works fine without the app or it would be in the trash. ... "
" ... Not in the case of this software. ... "
Drivers
28drivers, japanese, mouse, website, elecom
+21%
-79%
" ... The required driver can be found by googling "mouse_driver_ma515000.exe" and clicking on the second link (Elecom). ... "
" ... The only other driver is the Microsoft which does nor delete easily and if it is deleted you have no control of any mouse. ... "
" ... Needs utility driver for Mini Mac Mojave operating system. ... "
" ... There are supposed to be more function buttons but the driver isn't compatible. ... The only reason this isn't a full 5 stars is because the driver doesn't currently support Win10 to get full function of those extra buttons, if it did, this would be the best pointing device I've ever used. ... "
" ... All the instructions are in Japanese so find the global page to Elecom and find Mouse driver 516001 delete any mouse driver on the device you intend to use this one on first. ... "
" ... You probably also won’t be prepared for the badness of the driver software. ... Download the Japanese drivers and ignore the warning that you are somehow downgrading from the previous version. ... "
" ... Build quality a little weak and navigating the driver website is a challenge. ... "
" ... I used the driver from the Japanese site which, at the ... Also to get the most up to date drivers isn't easy for non Japanese speakers. ... "
Apps
26buttons, button, elecom, downloaded, download
+58%
-42%
" ... I found the software pretty self-explanatory but the help file is good if you need it. ... "
" ... Works awesome, pretty much fully programmable if you download the software. ... "
" ... If you want to make the extra keys do anything, extra (free) software has to be downloaded. ... "
" ... I haven't bothered to install the software to program the other buttons, as I have never really used them on any device. ... "
" ... Great replacement option for the discontinued Microsoft Trackball Explorer! ... Only issue I had was remapping the back and forward functions for web browsing. ... "
" ... ELECOM's software has gotten better and works great for most applications, but I don't like the default right click mapping and I changed both the right click button to something else and assigned a different button to right click. ... So I basically have to save two profiles to switch back to the default mapping whenever I'm doing any of these tasks and it's quite annoying to have to swap them. ... Additionally, since they are software profiles, you have to set everything up on different computers each time. ... "
" ... Had to download the Elecom software, but being able to program the extra buttons to whatever I want is great! ... "
" ... Like many others who have purchased this, I'm a refugee of the Microsoft Trackball Explorer. ... "
Returns
26return, back, returning, refund, amazon
+35%
-65%
" ... This was clearly a used and returned package. ... "
" ... Now the red light is completely dead and doesn't seem to be willing to return. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
" ... It has been very difficult trying to understand broken english as I try to return this item, as it is still within the return period. ... "
" ... I'd send it back if I still had the box. ... "
" ... I returned both of the ELECOMs and kept the ploopy. ... "
" ... I'm returning and getting a refund. ... "
" ... So I'm sending it back now. ... "
Fit
26ball, hand, large, fits my hand, fit
+77%
-23%
" ... I do have concerns about how well the memory foam cushion will hold up over time, but so far I've been using it for over six weeks with no issues. ... "
" ... In really like how it fits my hand. ... "
" ... But, it fits my large hands perfectly. ... "
" ... The one I did manage to find that was large enough to wrap my hand around didn't have the wheel in the right place. ... If your hands are largish and you struggle to find something that fits well, definitely give this a try! ... "
" ... It fits great in my hand and I love having all the extra buttons to set how I want. ... "
" ... I am not sure how well it will hold abuse, so I may end up buying another one to keep on reserve, should it be discontinued. ... "
" ... And it’s a comfortable fit. ... "
" ... - Bigger, flatter position. ... "
Battery Life
21battery, batteries, aa, rechargeable, sucks
+76%
-24%
" ... We we will see how long battery lasts. ... "
" ... However - a AA battery is always within reach, so this isn't an issue. ... "
" ... So if your looking for BATTERY LIFE . ... "
" ... * Good battery life ... "
" ... Battery life has been really good so far. ... "
" ... A separate rechargeable AA battery will need to be purchased. ... "
" ... Batteries are not the issue (once it reconnects it stays connected for a LONG time). ... "
" ... I don't worry about battery life, as I bought the wired version. ... "
Design
20looks, really, like, well, weird
+80%
-20%
" ... Really like the design of this compare to every other trackballs out there that are based on thumb design or even others that you use your fingers on. ... "
" ... I felt the design and usability was amazing and unmatched . ... "
" ... I use it at work too: it looks very cool on my desk :) ... "
" ... he loves it and has shown coworkers ... "
" ... It feels and works great! ... "
" ... The general construction feels really good and well made. ... "
" ... And it just looks awesome. ... "
" ... The Elecom Huge has best of both worlds with it's design. ... "
Bluetooth
19wireless, dongle, connection, trackball, wireless and bluetooth
+79%
-21%
" ... It fits real nice and I love that it's both wired and has Bluetooth. ... "
" ... The trackball seems nice enough, especially since you can go Bluetooth or wireless USB. ... "
" ... Have tried USB and Bluetooth connection and both works perfect. ... "
" ... Love that it is wireless and can work on either Bluetooth or proprietary dongle (included). ... "
" ... Also, to use blue tooth you need additional equipment. ... "
" ... Great trackball: it's really hard to find a good trackball in 2019, near impossible to find a good Bluetooth one ... Super flexible configuration wired + wireless w/dongle 2.4ghz + Bluetooth (choose one) ... "
" ... It can connect with bluetooth, as well as with the wifi-USB port. ... "
" ... Love how easy it was to connect to Bluetooth. ... "
Ports
19receiver, dongle, usb cable, trackball, plug
+53%
-47%
" ... Multiple radio connections: I have a docking station for my work laptop and have a Linux desktop for personal use. ... "
" ... I have the USB connected trackball and it works very well, both for productivity and even a bit of gaming. ... "
" ... Just plug it in & it works. ... "
" ... It can connect with bluetooth, as well as with the wifi-USB port. ... "
" ... This is the most comfortable pointing device I've ever owned and that goes back to when they were connected to a serial port. ... "
" ... Plugged and played on Linux Mint! ... "
" ... -USB receiver is very compact. ... "
" ... I use a dongle, so I don't wear out the USB ports of my laptop. ... "
Overall performance
18smooth, cursor, fast, ball, pointer
+78%
-22%
" ... - The quick select switch for the mouse speed on the left is handy if doing detailed work. ... "
" ... option for free scroll in software and can adjust cursor speed too. ... "
" ... It is a sturdy unit but, regrettably, for what I needed it for (precise cursor control for doing minuscule graphics manipulation), the ambidextrous design of the Trackman made it uncomfortable for me to use for any length of time. ... "
" ... Casual browsing though, it's phenomenal. ... "
" ... It is very fast to navigate with. ... "
" ... The same is true for a trackball, but I found it much harder to spin the ball at a consistent speed to get to the edge of the screen on a 15" Mac. ... "
" ... It does take a little while for the ball and rollers to become super smooth, but it's buttery now! ... "
" ... it's very nice and smooth. ... "
Cleaning
17ball, cleaning, trackball, bearings, easy to clean
+82%
-18%
" ... One time something got under the ball but it was super easy to clean. ... "
" ... I've ensured that the ball is clean and that the ruby support bearings inside the cup are also clean. ... "
" ... As says in the title, do not use alcohol/isopropyl to clean the plush wrist rest, this damaged mine. ... "
" ... Cleaning is super easy. ... "
" ... I would say if you have clean hands, it will be fine. ... Keep your hands clean and it will be perfect. ... "
" ... Has a great base, the trackball needs regular cleaning for gaming purposes to cut down on ball sticking. ... "
" ... Ball takes a bit of use to become smooth, and you do have to clean the bearings every once in a while, but it's not too bad. ... "
" ... The trackball is easy to remove for cleaning by popping it out from the backside. ... "
Setup
16software, japanese, english, setup, buttons
+63%
-38%
" ... The first one I had lasted 3 years, which is surprising considering how many times I dropped it before getting this setup: ... "
" ... The software is easy to install and straightforward ... "
" ... The flexibility of the configuration software allows almost any combination and options more than most others. ... "
" ... It installed with no issues and allows you to configure all the buttons however you like. ... "
" ... It's the least fatiguing of any setup I've used. ... I haven't bothered to install the software to program the other buttons, as I have never really used them on any device. ... "
" ... loved the ergonomic setup. ... "
" ... It has tons of useful functions built in and the software is straightforward and easy to use. ... "
" ... Likes: the software is easy to find and download, quick install, asks for a reboot but ok, allows very easy customization for any random thing I try to set up, and just works solidly and well. ... "
Marketplace
15support, replacement, risk, refund, purchase
+67%
-33%
" ... I bought this used "Like New" from Amazon Warehouse deals & it is going right back. ... "
" ... It is available on Amazon for over $500. ... I needed a replacement and I found this trackball on Amazon. ... "
" ... I thought about the rebuild service but then found this one on Amazon. ... "
" ... Why is this a big deal? ... "
" ... Take a look at the picture attached. ... "
" ... As you can see in the first image I shared, this thing is very big. ... "
" ... I just received this today. ... "
" ... I bought an Amazon warehouse deal at a decent discount. ... "
Price
14worth, price, waste, huge, well
+79%
-21%
" ... This is a nice substitution and beats the logitech stuff I've used in the past, but I wish I had just spent the money on new bearings for my MSTBE instead of buying this. ... "
" ... -Reasonable price (I paid $60 for Huge) ... "
" ... But then I found this one (Elecom wired HUGE model specifically), but I was apprehensive about it for the price. ... "
" ... I was not sure if it would be worth the price but it is. ... "
" ... As it is though at just over 50$ it was definitely worth it to try out. ... "
" ... If it's comfy and will last 10+ years like my Microsoft - it's worth the money. ... "
" ... Bottom line, well built, solid and worth every penny . ... "
" ... I think this might just be the best trackball you can get for the money. ... "
Keyboard
10trackball, mouse, buttons, keys, side
+60%
-40%
" ... For Gaming I would have liked to see more customizable options from the keyboard. ... "
" ... I have 2 buttons programmed with Arbitrary Key and set to [left windows key, CTRL & Right/Left arrow] to allow me to quickly move between virtual desktops. ... "
" ... I purchased this ELECOM trackball because I use my MacBook in my chair in the living room and when I work, my fingers get tired pressing on the touchpad for hours at a time. ... "
" ... The trackball is great on the mechanical stand point. ... "
" ... The function keys are buttons 10-12, easy to re-map and, using xte and xbindkeys, map keyboard keys to them. ... "
" ... Since I have a backlit keyboard, I miss having my trackball also lit. ... "
Display Clarity
9multiple, ball, screens, pixels, move
+67%
-33%
" ... The bigger ball works well for multiple screen applications. ... "
" ... I have three screen and it makes my job so much easier. ... "
" ... Trust me bigger ball is better especially if you have multiple screens. ... "
" ... A must have for users of multiple screens. ... "
" ... There is a switch on the side to change the DPI, the number of pixels it detects for tracking the ball, which makes the sensitivity higher or lower. ... "
Shave Quality
8ball, nice, trackballs, sometimes
+100%
" ... After only three days it has gotten quite smooth and I expect it to only get better. ... "
" ... Been using trackballs since early 90s I like a large ball that is silky smooth without friction. ... "
" ... One more thing I didn’t have to replace ruby bearings because ball moves buttery smooth. ... "
" ... The ball itself was smooth and nearly perfect. ... "
" ... My Orbit glides super smooth. ... "
" ... Once you figure out how to get it it's smooth sailing. ... "
" ... it's very nice and smooth. ... "
" ... The ball is large and smooth rolling. ... "
Band
8wrist rest, one, hand, get, brace
+100%
" ... If it broke tomorrow I would not get another one, but for now it sesm to be better on my wrist and shoulder than my G602 mouse was - but it may just be hurting me differently . ... "
" ... saves my wrist ... "
" ... Has a wonderful wrist rest. ... "
" ... -Soft material (rubberized) where you place your wrist. ... "
" ... The housing is more compact than that of the Kennsington with its wrist rest but allows for a neutral wrist position for my medium-sized hand. ... "
" ... After a few hours worth of use my wrist feels the crimp. ... "
" ... Love the wrist rest. ... "
" ... When I wear my wrist brace the grip is perfect, so for that I'm pleased it's not any longer. ... "
For Travel
6bought, size, use, smaller, one
+100%
" ... I bought a second one for travel and I just bought another for a friend. ... "
" ... I've thrown it in my laptop/camera bag to travel with, at least a dozen times, and it still looks like new. ... "
" ... BTW, I also purchased the travel case which has been nice. ... "
" ... The smaller one I bought with this one same manufacture is same quality and good size for travel. ... "
" ... They don't sit the ball on a plane parallel to the desk surface. ... "
" ... I bought it intending to just use it for travel, but now use it as my primary mouse. ... "
Accuracy
6trackball, accuracy
+100%
" ... -Accurate, optical ball that requires minimal maintenance ... "
" ... It is super accurate and adjustable so you can set your dpi on the go and still have the accuracy that you cannot get with a conventional mouse. ... "
" ... I did game with it once, and while I was fairly accurate, it didn't seem very sensitive. ... "
" ... The product name is accurate. ... "
" ... Trying to do small accurate adjustments from a standstill always causes the cursor to jump more than I want. ... "
Delivery
5received, box, well, packaged, package
+60%
-40%
" ... Well made and packaged well Working great ... "
" ... Box has cardboard window you can open . ... "
" ... I just received this today. ... "
User Manual
4english, japanese, find, programmable, online
+25%
-75%
" ... Instructions in english are downloadable on their site (asian manual only in box). ... "
" ... The manual was entirely in Japanese. ... I did finally find an online manual but it was no help. ... "
Video Playback
4use
+75%
-25%
" ... i use my computer from a recliner for entertainment mostly to watch movies. ... "
" ... Music and video production . ... "
Features
4like, red, mode, fit, first
+100%
" ... I could not make “Gesture” features to work. ... "
" ... So although it looks like there are a lot of features. ... "
" ... Like the programmable features ... "
USB
4receiver, would, wire, windows 10, usb dongle
+25%
-75%
" ... Changed to another USB port. ... "
" ... Mine would stop working almost daily to where I would have to reach around the back of my computer, and remove and reinsert the usb plug. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
4cleaning, ball
+100%
" ... One time something got under the ball but it was super easy to clean. ... "
" ... It is easy to clean and well designed. ... "
" ... Cleaning is super easy. ... "
Capacity
3+100%
" ... I purchased this to go with my living room computer that I built. ... "
" ... One for the office ... "
" ... -Range: 10’ on metal desk, 30’ unobstructed. ... "
Print Quality
3+67%
-33%
" ... It's tiny print so, download the user manual from amazon and see it larger. ... "
Cables
3years, work, however, couple, cord
+33%
-67%
" ... At least with my extension cable I can easily unplug and replug in, however, it takes about 5 times until it's found again by the PC and begins to work. ... "
" ... Only way i could get it to work was with the optional USB cable. ... "
Product As Described
3pictures
+100%
" ... Take a look at the picture attached. ... "
" ... As you can see in the first image I shared, this thing is very big. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
3nice, scrolling, materials
+67%
-33%
" ... Being able to pop the ball out with your finger is a super nice touch. ... "
" ... Materials are nice to touch. ... "
Network
3connection, seems, one
+33%
-67%
" ... Just as others noted, disconnects. ... "
" ... My only negative is, sometimes is drops the connection. ... Occasionally drops connection. ... "
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