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Evoluent VM4R VerticalMouse 4 Right Hand Ergonomic Mouse with Wired USB Connection (Regular Size)
Brand | Evoluent |
Color | Black |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Special Feature | Ergonomic Design |
Movement Detection Technology | Optical |
About this item
- PREVENTS WRIST DISCOMFORT - Evoluent's ergonomic VM4R VerticalMouse 4 gently supports your right hand in an upright neutral position. The patented shape prevents you from twisting your forearm like what you usually do with an ordinary mouse.
- PROGRAM YOUR MOUSE TO YOUR NEEDS - Install the Evoluent Mouse Manager onto your computer to configure the VerticalMouse's buttons. Not only can you change their function but you can also set how the buttons work within different programs.
- ADJUST MOUSE-SPEED FROM LOW TO HIGH - You can adjust the pointer speed from low to high wih the optical sensor controls on the side of the mouse. There is no need to release the grip for speed adjustment.
- OFFERS OPTIMUM COMFORT - The VerticalMouse 4 has a broader lip along the bottom edge that prevents the pinky finger from rubbing the desk. The thumb has been reshaped from earlier version to provide more comfort.
- WIDE RANGE OF COMPATIBILITY - USB wired, and is compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8 and 10, Mac and Linux Systems
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Ergonomic | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.0 |
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Battery life | — | 4.7 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | — |
Value for money | — | — | 4.0 | 5.0 | — | 3.6 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Delux Technology Co., Ltd. | Nulea Direct | Amazon.com | Raxxer |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | wireless | Wired | Bluetooth, USB | USB, Wired |
hand orientation | Right | Right | Right | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous | Right |
power source | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
tracking method | Optical | Optical | Optical | Optical | 4K DPI, multi-surface sensor | Optical |
range | feet | 10 meters | 10 | 1.8 meters | 30 feet | 5 meters |
button quantity | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
hardware platform | PC, Laptop | PC | PC, Mac, Linux | PC, Linux, Mac | PC, Mac | Television |
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Product Dimensions | 1.1 x 9.7 x 6.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.035 ounces |
ASIN | B00427TAIK |
Item model number | VM4R |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,176 in Computer Mice |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 3, 2017 |
Department | Default Category |
Manufacturer | Evoluent |
Language | English |
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Product Description
The VerticalMouse 4 (Right handed mouse) by Evoluent helps avoids forearm twisting for comfort and good health. The shape is thoughtfully sculpted for uncompromised comfort and easy-to-reach programmable buttons. No finger contortions are needed to operate the buttons. The thumb rest has been reshaped to provide even more comfort over earlier versions. Now featuring two thumb buttons, a new bottom thumb button provides greatly extended functionality when used with the included driver. An extra wide lip along the bottom edge prevents the last finger from rubbing the desk. Pointer speed controls on the side allow convenient adjustment without even releasing your grip from the mouse. Top mounted LEDs show through the chrome thumb rest to indicate selected pointer speed including extra low (XL), low (LO), MD (medium), to high (HI). Basic functionality in OS X or newer without a driver Linux - Basic functionality without a driver
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Customers like the pain relief and comfort of the mouse. For example, they mention that it alleviates some of the pain by keeping the hand in a more natural position, and that it feels nice in their hand. They also like the mouse, and performance. However, some customers differ on ease of use, quality, buttons, and value.
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Customers like the pain relief of the mouse. They mention that it helps to alleviate some of the pain by keeping the hand in a more natural position. Some customers also report that their carpal tunnel symptoms have cleared. The vertical design definitely helps with wrist strain when mousing for more than a couple of hours, and it has definitely helped quite a lot.
"...As of now the symptoms have again resolved, and did so immediately when switching back to the Evoluent VerticalMouse 4...." Read more
"...I've been using this mouse for 3 months and it has definitely helped quite a lot...." Read more
"...I'm still getting used to it, but it does appear to have helped with some pain I was getting in my wrist from right clicking my standard mouse...." Read more
"...My wrist and arm felt instantly better when placed on the mouse, and I get much less soreness from extended use...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the mouse. They say it fits their hand the best, it has a good tactile feel, and isn't overly noisy. They also mention that the mouse is of decent quality and the ergonomic shape is far better than that of the LuguLake. Overall, customers find the mouse to be very comfortable and relaxing to use.
"...The buttons are placed in the correct places and the mouse feels nice in your hand. It's weighted so it is not too light...." Read more
"...Positives:It feels quite natural, and takes little time to get used to...." Read more
"...The materials used are of decent quality and ergonomically the shape is far better than that of the LuguLake...." Read more
"...a few weeks, the “handshake” angle of my hand on the mouse felt completely natural and relaxed. Aches in my wrist and arm are completely gone...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the mouse. They mention that it works well, is comfortable, and works without hiccups. The software seems to work fine, and the mouse has many functions and programmable buttons. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and quality of the product.
"...The LuguLake worked very well for my ergonomics, but the cheap construction and only 3 buttons made me reconsider the Evoluent...." Read more
"...It is light, stable and easy to move, and seems workable from the get go though I will update later as to whether or not it helped my condition...." Read more
"...We received the mouse and tested it. The mouse works properly. It has been tracking well after the tracking sensor was cleaned up...." Read more
"...Nothing functioned as it was supposed to. Most of the buttons were dead, or stuck in one function. Yes, I know. My fault. I wasn't paying attention...." Read more
Customers like the mouse. They mention that it prevents finger drag, it's easy to grip, and it' s fantastic. Customers also appreciate the light touch required to activate the buttons, and say that it' the best mouse-style input device they've used so far.
"...It makes a night and day difference. The added mass makes all movements more positive, less squirrelly...." Read more
"...Fine movements of the mouse are easier for me with that contact maintained. The additional button on the thumb side is appreciated...." Read more
"...6. More generally, the mouse has a cheap, flimsy, plasticky feel, which you might not expect from such an expensive product...." Read more
"...I'm very happy that I did. The VerticalMouse 4 has a fantastic solid feel...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the buttons of the mouse. Some mention that theprogrammable buttons are nice, the low-force buttons are great, and are in very easily accessible places. However, some say that the right side is annoyingly all buttons, the navigation back and front buttons are by default mapped non-intuitively, and there is no embedded way to reprogram the buttons, or to disable some of them. Additionally, about 4 month of use, one of the thumb buttons failed.
"...There is a sensitivity selector that allows you to change the movement sensitivity directly on the mouse rather than having to do it with software...." Read more
"...It matters in this case because the buttons are actuated horizontally. I cannot click a button without jiggling the pointer...." Read more
"...I should mention that the switches used on the mouse are responsive and seem to work a little better with the upgraded device...." Read more
"...The programmable buttons have been a blessing I never thought i'd use, but now are a key piece of how I do my work..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the mouse. Some mention it's well-built, stable, and easy to move, while others say that it feels cheap and has flaws.
"...6. More generally, the mouse has a cheap, flimsy, plasticky feel, which you might not expect from such an expensive product...." Read more
"...The VerticalMouse 4 has a fantastic solid feel. The materials used are of decent quality and ergonomically the shape is far better than that of the..." Read more
"...I believe the failure was a component failure, not a design failure. Regardless, Evoluent was very helpful to send me a replacement under warranty...." Read more
"...The build quality seems solid enough, and I haven't had any issues with durability yet..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the mouse. Some mention it's a great mouse and value for money, while others say that it' s overpriced and not worth the money.
"...A bit expensive, but for what it does, it is priceless...." Read more
"...research, the Evoluent seemed to be the best reviewed and also not too expensive. I got it, and after a day of getting used to it, I was in love...." Read more
"...A bit expensive, but I'm hoping this and my trusty Microsoft 4000 keyboards will fend off carpal tunnel / RSI a bit." Read more
"...[ASIN:B001F42MKG Logitech Trackman Marble]] has a nice action and is good value, but the buttons are poorly placed and it lacks additional features...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the mouse. Some mention that it is pretty easy to work with, and it does not take weeks to get used to. However, some customers say that it definitely takes some use getting used to, and even with practice it is a little clumsier to use than a traditional mouse. The mouse is rather big and cumbersome, and seems really awkward when using it. This makes working on the PC very frustrating.
"...Positives:It feels quite natural, and takes little time to get used to...." Read more
"...Even with practice it is a little clumsier to use than a traditional mouse for detail work..." Read more
"...Super simple software lets you reprogram the buttons quickly, so you can play with it...." Read more
"...But I guess time will tell.Its difficult to use this mouse with my wrist brace on...." Read more
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After getting the mouse there is a slight learning curve in positioning the mouse while holding your hand in its natural vertical position, but that doesn't take very long to get used to. Overall the mouse definitely does its job in providing relief via a different position for your hand.
The buttons are placed in the correct places and the mouse feels nice in your hand. It's weighted so it is not too light. The color scheme and lights are well placed to allow use of it in dark environments. There is a sensitivity selector that allows you to change the movement sensitivity directly on the mouse rather than having to do it with software. This is a good feature.
I was able to use the mouse without installing anything new on OS X. All the buttons were reprogrammable within the OS X control panel.
A bit expensive, but for what it does, it is priceless. I would recommend this thing to anyone who has wrist and arm pain from using a standard mouse. It really does do what it says it does.
-Vik
Positives:
It feels quite natural, and takes little time to get used to. The hand position is rotated some 60-70 degrees from horizontal, and this should help with RSI concerns.
There is a middle mouse button! I haven't had one of those for ages, but it's great, especially in Linux where "button 3" is the preferred way to do a quick text paste between windows. For most mice, the scroll wheel doubles as the middle button, but it can be difficult to press a wheel without turning it at the same time. This is much easier for me.
Sensitivity is adjustable on the mouse itself, in four steps (high, medium, low, extra low). I find that either of the middle settings works okay for me; high is out of control, and extra low makes it hard to get across the screen. So the range of adjustment seems pretty reasonable. I can conceive of situations where I might want to change sensitivity temporarily - say, when doing fine detailed graphics work. This mouse will let you do the adjustment without messing around in the operating system's control panel.
Negatives:
The mouse body is lightweight plastic, and on a smooth surface the thing moves too easily. Why do I care? Isn't easy movement a good thing? Well, not necessarily. It matters in this case because the buttons are actuated horizontally. I cannot click a button without jiggling the pointer. A mouse pad of the right texture might help here, but what the manufacturer really needs to do is put some inert mass into the mouse body. Or, they should provide a compartment to let the end user add weight "to taste" without having to take the mouse apart and void the warranty. The wireless version of this mouse probably avoids the problem by virtue of containing batteries; keep that in mind when making your choice between them.
**LATE EDIT REGARDING MOUSE WEIGHT** More than a year later, with the product well out of warranty, I finally looked into this issue. The bottom plate of the mouse can be detached via 4 screws: two are under the middle product label (feel around for subtle indentations, and stick a small phillips screwdriver through the paper) and the other two are under the front-edge slider pad, which is easily peeled away to expose them. Once the bottom is removed, you can see how much central space you have to work with. My solution was to take a handful of metal hardware (mostly computer case screws, but anything will do if the pieces aren't too big), put them in a plastic bag to prevent disturbing any electrical connections, tucking them into the mouse body, and then reattaching the base. It makes a night and day difference. The added mass makes all movements more positive, less squirrelly. I'm not using a pad, but putting it directly on a hard desktop surface. Because this works so well and is such a simple modification, I'm increasing my review rating to 5 stars. This is now an *excellent* mouse!
A tip just for Linux users:
Firefox, at least, expects any extra "back/forward" navigation buttons to be reported as numbers 8 and 9. On this mouse they are unconventionally numbered 8 and 10, 9 being reserved for the mouse wheel (scroll-up=4, scroll-down=5, wheel-press=9). Depending on what desktop environment you run, you might have a graphical control for button assignment, but the following command, as part of my X session startup script, fixes it for me by swapping 9 with 10:
xinput set-button-map "Kingsis Peripherals Evoluent VerticalMouse 4" 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 12 13 14
The software that can be downloaded to manage the mouse appears to work fine, though I miss the choice of "aero-mode" document flipping that I used to have available [maybe that is a Win 7 operating system issue, I'm not sure], Also, the middle mouse button appears to be recognized differently by my game software, I don't understand why : I had to assign MB6 to it's function in Elder Scrolls Online. I had no such problems with mouse button recognition using the Logitech G5 (my previous and still back-up mouse)
I originally purchased this mouse to relieve repetitive motion pain symptoms in the right wrist when using the computer for extended periods of time. It completely resolved the pains. After using a regular mouse for several days when the mouse wheel began to malfunction, I could feel the wrist symptoms returning. As of now the symptoms have again resolved, and did so immediately when switching back to the Evoluent VerticalMouse 4.
I should mention that the switches used on the mouse are responsive and seem to work a little better with the upgraded device. I actually use the mouse for gaming, these things are important to me. An all-in-all sound investment, one I would be in real trouble without having made. I have never tried other brands of "vertical" mouse products, and the reviews of them don't encourage me too change. This was my first and remains my only choice for ergonomic computer mouse.
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For those that gripe about the challenges of straining new muscles to position their pointer, they need to utilize more their fingertips and thumb, with its well sculpted cavity, for fine motion. We do that with pencils and pens (remember those inventions?) Anchoring your palm's side might save a lot of effort with small precise movements, with your wrist on a wrist rest too. And moving your arm for more coarse positioning in the "handshake" posture feels natural if not more so than flat mice.
Optical, infrared sensing and 2600 DPI resolution should be high enough to satisfy many gamers, maybe not the hardcore twitch variety. But for desktop app use, sometimes dropping to 1800 and 1300 DPI (depending on screen size) with the pointer's acceleration sensitivity to the minimum (maximum threshold before accelerating) will help you improve slow speed accuracy. Browsing hyperlinks on a 2k screen is fine for me at 2600 DPI, but sometimes I need something lower for letter-precise aiming in editing text.
The main buttons, including an ingenious middle button that's not forced to reside as the wheel, are considered to be a very light touch by a reviewer, but I measure left and right actuations at approximately 40 grams of force. I suppose knowing membrane switches can start down as soft as 25 gf should have taught me to take subjective anecdotes with a grain of salt. It feels as firm as many mouse buttons do. The clicky sounds are definitely pronounced. The wheel in between the left and middle button can be spun more quickly by operating it with the index and middle fingers.
Tilt-to-move works like a charm and it's possible to move the mouse's body and not upset the screen blanker, thanks to an angled foot. Just follow the instructions on the insert. Although, it's not as reliable as a serious gaming mouse, which shouldn't even register 1/16000th inch of movement, for example.
The highly mounted top thumb button (9 cm off the surface!) is easily struck if you're switching your hand from an unsplit keyboard on the left by touch for the first few days. So make sure it's not set to something that performs an irreversible action. It's the 'back' button by default and I have to watch out for it typing this review in a web browser. That's not an issue if you place your mouse in between split keyboard halves or in front of it.
Before this review sounds like a shill, I am peeved this costs as much it does, and there are seldom sales nor used units available. And with reviews of low durability too, leaving me wondering if there are better values out there competing for Evoluent's mindshare and rank. And it costs more than many wired gaming mice which represent the pinnacle of performance, convenience and endurance, not that those should be the definitive benchmark for this market. But I'd have to conclude with so much product design executed well, we are getting what we pay for. And at least we get a gaming grade sensor that proves to be a very accurate tracker, even without a good gaming mouse pad.
Hint: If you have to temporarily go left-handed, the thumb buttons can be programmed as left/right buttons and the mouse still operates comfortably, vertically and functionally.