QUESTION
Should I buy the Logitech Lift or MX Vertical for wrist pain?
If your main goal is to reduce wrist discomfort, hand size and fit are the biggest factors when choosing between these two vertical mice.
Quick decision
- Choose the Logitech Lift if you have small to medium hands or want a more compact vertical mouse. It’s also the better pick if you’re left-handed.
- Choose the MX Vertical if you have medium to large hands and want a larger mouse with more palm support.
In plain English
Both mice use a vertical shape meant to put your hand in a more natural handshake position, which can help reduce wrist strain for some people. Both are designed around the same general ergonomic angle, so the bigger practical difference is usually size and how well the mouse matches your hand. If a mouse is too big or too small, it can make your grip awkward and cancel out a lot of the comfort benefit.
Extra practical differences
- Lift: smaller, more compact, and available in a left-handed version.
- MX Vertical: larger and more substantial, which some people with bigger hands may find more comfortable.
My recommendation
- Most people with wrist pain and smaller hands: Lift
- People with larger hands who want a bigger mouse: MX Vertical
Tip: A quick hand-size check is to measure from the base of your wrist crease to the tip of your middle finger.
Ergonomic mice can help reduce strain, but they are not medical treatment. If your pain is severe, persistent, or linked to a condition like carpal tunnel syndrome, it’s worth checking with a medical professional.