Learn more about our approach to product reviews here.Trying to find gaming accessories on a budget can be difficult. With the ever-growing popularity of computer gaming, being able to add quality products to your arsenal without breaking the bank is tough. But don't lose hope; it's possible to find gaming products at an affordable mouse price and get great performance out of them. You might not get full RGB lighting or a wireless design when looking for the best gaming mouse on a budget, but if you just want a gaming mouse that'll suit your needs without breaking the bank, there are a few options.

　　We've tested over 170 mice, and these are our recommendations for the best cheap mice for gaming. Also, check out our best gaming mice and best wireless gaming mice articles. If you want a standard mouse for everyday use, check out our picks for the best mice overall.

　　Best Cheap Gaming Mouse: SteelSeries Rival 100

　　The best cheap gaming mouse we've tested is the SteelSeries Rival 100. This wired model feels very well-built, with no flex or rattle, and it's available in a wide range of different color schemes. While the price can vary between colors, it's currently available for as cheap as $15 at some retailers.

　　While its maximum CPI isn't as high as on some more expensive models, and the CPI can't be adjusted as precisely, the minimum CPI and the lift-off distance are still fairly low. Also, the click latency is good, although some gamers may prefer a lower option. You can customize the RGB backlighting and program all of its buttons through the SteelSeries GG software.

　　Unfortunately, it's heavy, so it's not the ideal choice for fans of light mice. Also, its rubber cable is quite stiff and retains kinks from the packaging. That said, if you're looking for a cheap gaming option with good performance, its low price is definitely worth considering.

　　Best Cheap Gaming Mouse For MMOs: UtechSmart VENUS

　　The best cheap gaming mouse for MMOs that we've tested is the UtechSmart VENUS. It's a wired model with plenty of programmable buttons, including 12 on its left, two CPI switching ones below its scroll wheel, and a button next to its left-click button. You can customize these in the dedicated software, as well as save your settings to the onboard memory.

　　This bulky but short mouse is best suited for medium and large hands using a palm or claw grip. It feels well-built, and while the side buttons feel a bit mushy, the body doesn't flex or wobble. The CPI range is wide and you can adjust it in increments of 50. Its minimum lift-off distance is also very low. It comes with eight 2.5g weights to let you customize how heavy it feels, although it's still quite heavy even without any weights installed.

　　Unfortunately, the click latency is relatively high for a gaming mouse, so some gamers may prefer a lower option. Also, its braided cable is stiff and retains kinks from the packaging. Also, since it isn't very flexible, it creates a lot of drag, which may be annoying to some. Overall, this is still an excellent option if you're looking for an inexpensive MMO gaming mouse.

　　WIRELESS ALTERNATIVE: UTECHSMART VENUS PRO

　　If you'd prefer a wireless alternative to the UtechSmart VENUS, check out the UtechSmart VENUS Pro. While its click latency is worst than its wired counterpart and its sensor is less consistent, you can use it wirelessly with its USB receiver. It has an OLED sensor instead of a laser one, but its minimum CPI isn't as low and you can't adjust the CPI as precisely. Otherwise, they have the same shape and feel, although the wireless version is heavier and doesn't come with any extra weights. Unfortunately, its click latency is very high over a wireless connection, which may make it feel too unresponsive for some games.

　　If you want a cheap wired gaming mouse with a consistent sensor, go with the VENUS. However, if you like the VENUS but want a wireless option, get the VENUS Pro.

　　Best Budget Gaming Mouse: Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC

　　The Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC is the best budget gaming mouse we've tested. It's a wired model with excellently low latency, making it a great choice for FPS gaming. Also, it has very low lift-off distance, so the sensor shouldn't track your movements when you reposition your mouse, and you can adjust its CPI precisely in increments of 50.

　　It feels very well-built, made of a solid-feeling plastic and very little rattle. The ambidextrous, egg-shaped design is suitable for left- and right-handed users using a fingertip grip, but people with larger hands may struggle to use it comfortably with a palm or claw grip. It has two buttons on its left side and a button below its scroll wheel, and you can program all of its buttons in the Logitech G HUB software. You can also set a G-Shift button to give you a second layer of controls.

　　Unfortunately, it doesn't have onboard memory, which may be disappointing if it was a feature you enjoyed on its predecessor, the Logitech G203 Prodigy. Also, its rubber cable is thin and not very flexible, and it also retains packaging kinks that may create some drag. Nonetheless, this is still an impressive gaming mouse if you want a budget-friendly option that performs well.

　　Best Budget Wireless Gaming Mouse: Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

　　The best budget gaming mouse we've tested if you're looking for a wireless model is the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED. This ambidextrous, egg-shaped mouse has two buttons on its left side and a CPI switching button below its scroll wheel, and you can reprogram all of its buttons in the Logitech G HUB software.

　　This wireless-only mouse uses a USB receiver to connect to your computer, and it uses a single AA battery to power. It has a wide CPI range, a precisely adjustable CPI, and a very low minimum lift-off distance, meaning the sensor shouldn't track your movements when you reposition your mouse. The click latency is very low, especially for a wireless mouse in this price range, and the PTFE glide decently well on a mousepad, although they feel a bit rough directly on a desk.

　　Unfortunately, its small size makes it only unsuitable for larger hands when using a palm or extra-large hands using a claw grip, but all hand sizes should feel comfortable using it with a fingertip grip. Also, it doesn't have a rechargeable battery, so you need to make sure to have an extra battery with you whenever you're on the g, which may bother some people. Nonetheless, this is a good wireless gaming option if you're on a budget but want a premium-feeling mouse.

　　Best Ultra-Light Budget Gaming Mouse: Razer Viper Mini

　　If you like ultra-light mice, the best budget gaming mouse that we've tested is the Razer Viper Mini. While it doesn't have a honeycomb design like some other lightweight mice, it's still incredibly light. It's similar to the regular Razer Viper, but it's smaller and much cheaper. Because of its size, it's suitable for a fingertip grip, although people with smaller hands may be comfortable with a palm or claw grip.

　　It has a wide CPI range that you can adjust in increments of 100. It also has a high polling rate, which should provide smooth cursor movements. You can remap each of its buttons, including the up and down scroll, and you can customize the RGB of the rear strip and logo through the Razer Synapse 3 software. Also, it has onboard memory, so you can save your settings and keep them when you switch computers.

　　Unfortunately, its minimum lift-off distance is higher than some other options, so the sensor may track some of your movements when you reposition the mouse. Also, the sensor is a bit inconsistent, so the CPI may feel different depending on the speed you move the cursor. Overall, this is still a great budget gaming mouse, especially if you're a fan of ultra-light gaming mice.