Logitech MX Anywhere 3S vs Logitech MX Master 3S

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MX Anywhere 3S compared with MX Master 3S
LogitechMX Anywhere 3SLogitechMX Master 3S
Overview
ReleasedJune 2023May 2022
Tracking
ShapeCompactErgonomic
HandRight handRight hand
SensitivityUp to 8,000 DPIUp to 8,000 DPI
SensorDarkfield high precisionDarkfield high precision
Buttons67 (better)
Free-spinning wheelYesYes
Thumb wheelNoYes
Quiet clicksYesYes
Sensor200–8,000 DPI, adjustable in 50 DPI steps (1,000 DPI by default); tracks on almost any surface, including glass; Bluetooth report rate 88–133 Hz200–8,000 DPI, adjustable in 50 DPI steps (1,000 DPI by default); tracks on glass at least 4 mm thick
Scroll wheelMagSpeed electromagnetic wheel with SmartShift, which switches between ratchet and free-spin as you scroll faster; up to 1,000 lines a second; horizontal scrolling by holding a side button while turning the wheelMagSpeed electromagnetic wheel with SmartShift, which switches between ratchet and free-spin as you scroll faster; up to 1,000 lines a second
Thumb wheel–Horizontal scrolling; app-specific functions such as zoom or brush size in Logi Options+
GesturesThe top button, below the wheel, can be set as a gesture button in Logi Options+Gesture button in the thumb rest (hold it and move the mouse); up to five actions in Logi Options+
Connections and battery
Connects byBluetooth and USB receiverBluetooth and USB receiver
Devices it switches between33
PowerRechargeableRechargeable
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 70 daysUp to 70 days
Charging portUSB-CUSB-C
ReceiverWorks with a Logi Bolt USB receiver, not included (MX Anywhere 3S for Business comes with one); not compatible with other Logitech receiversLogi Bolt USB-A receiver with the standard version; the Bluetooth Edition and the Mac version work with Logi Bolt but come without a receiver; not compatible with Unifying receivers
ChargingUSB-C; a 1-minute charge gives 3 hours of use; full charge in 2 hours; 500 mAh lithium-polymer batteryUSB-C; a 1-minute charge gives 3 hours of use; 500 mAh lithium-polymer battery; can be used while charging
Works withBluetooth Low Energy with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, iPadOS 14 or later, Android 8.0 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; the Mac version lists macOS 10.15 or later and iPadOS 14 or laterBluetooth Low Energy with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, iPadOS 14 or later, Android 8.0 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; Logi Bolt with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, Linux and ChromeOS
SoftwareLogi Options+ on Windows and macOS (Smart Actions, Logitech Flow); basic functions work without software on other systemsLogi Options+ on Windows and macOS (Smart Actions, Logitech Flow); basic functions work without software on other systems
Design
Weight99 g (better)141 g
Size100.5 × 65 × 34.4 mm (length × width × height)124.9 × 84.3 × 51 mm (length × width × height)
MaterialsCertified post-consumer recycled plastic, 78% in Graphite and 61% in Pale Grey and Rose; silicone side grips; left and right buttons rated for 10 million clicksCertified post-consumer recycled plastic, 27% in Graphite and 22% in Pale Grey; PTFE feet rated for 250 km; left and right buttons rated for 10 million clicks
ColoursGraphite, Pale Grey, Rose; Mac version in Space Grey, Pale GreyGraphite, Pale Grey; Mac version in Space Grey, Pale Grey; Bluetooth Edition in Graphite
In the boxMouse, USB-C charging cable (USB-A to USB-C, or USB-C to USB-C with the Mac version), documentationMouse, Logi Bolt USB receiver, USB-C charging cable (USB-A to USB-C), documentation; Bluetooth Edition has the mouse and documentation only; Mac version has a USB-C to USB-C cable and no receiver
Warranty2-year limited hardware warranty2-year limited hardware warranty

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