Comfortable shape for right-handed users. Removable "sniper mode" resolution-toggling paddle. Solid configuration software.

Only lighting feature is hidden by hand during play. No left-handed variant. $20 price drop means lower-endurance switches.

Bottom Line: Razer's Basilisk Essential scales down one of our favorite gaming mice while keeping most of its best features intact.

Affordable.

Right-hand side of mouse is a little steep.

The Basilisk Essential is a great budget option with its 7 programmable buttons, mouse paddle and comfortable shape.