Logitech TrackMan® Trackball (904353-0403)

Pros:
Spares Your Wrist.
Scrollwheel.
USB & PS/2 Compatible.
Small Footprint.
800dpi Optical Tracking.

Cons:
Needs Cleaning.
Plastic Nodes Instead of Metal Bearings.
No Heft.
Leaves Thumbs Sore.
Right Handed.

The Race Track... My father was starting to stress his wrist out from constant computing. (Hardwood Spades addict) He also had extremely limited space to work with on his desk. He wanted an alternative to the conventional mouse. We went to ...

Pros: Excellent build quality, excellent support, stylish looks, and works great!
Cons: None

I bought this Trackerball around 3-4 years ago, when I was starting to get wrist pains from using mice or glidepads all the time. I thought it was a little 'snazzy' for use at work (silver with a red LED), but the rest of the package seemed great, so I ...

Pros: Eliminates arm & shoulder pain
Precise ergonomic control
For use in limited spaces
Cons: Initial awkwardness
Learning curve to use this mouse
Right hand only

Bread pudding for desert? Or Bread & Water for the prisoner?Most of the reviews I have read about the Logitech Trackman Trackball Mouse have ranged from good to the best thing since sliced bread. Obviously from the number of stars in my ...

Pros: Comfort and ease of use, no fatigue even after hours, attractive appearance.
Cons: None.

I've been using my Trackman wheel for at least three years, and have yet to come up with even a single complaint. Ergonomics The Trackman is designed to accomodate your hand in a resting position, with the edge of your thumb manipulating the ...

Pros: Hearty construction takes years worth of beatings and continues to work like new.
Cons: None. Its for real. None!

I am a graphic designer. My work demands that I have excellent input hardware that will take a beating and still function properly. A few years ago I was also a gamer on top of my regular graphic design routine. Needless to say, I spend a LOT of time at ...

Pros: Comfortable and easy to use, with very precise control.
Cons: Impossible to use with left hand.

I have been using the various iterations of the Logitech Trackman for many years. These trackballs are extremely precise due to their optical tracking system: The balls have small dots on them, and an optical sensor tracks the movement of these dots. ...

Pros: -Nice, Responsive Ball -Needs no configuring for basic features -Looks great
Cons: -A bit small

You could call me a computer “nut”. Enter my desktop, and you will see, from a distance, a desk, computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Get a little closer, and, on the monitor, you’ll see I’m running Linux. After that initial (small shock), try typing ...

Pros: Build quality, mouse shape, natural hand curl and positioning of the wrist
Cons: Thumb-actuated trackball kills the thumb muscles with unnatural motion

I work at the computer as part of my job. Recently I've been feeling pain in my wrist and palm using my mouse (Logitech MX1000) and have since been looking for an ergonomic solution. Websites and some coworkers have recommeded a trackball as solution, ...

Pros: Excellent design improvements, easy to clean, responsive buttons.
Cons: Takes getting used to, only comes in gray.

When my father purchased our first Internet capable computer in 1999 he insisted on getting an ergonomic trackball instead of a mouse because of his carpel tunnel issues. It took me a while to get used to the trackball, but once I was familiar with it I ...

Pros: Ergonomic, CHEAP, surprisingly well-built, precise operation.
Cons: Annoyingly sensitive right mouse button

I have had my Trackman Marble since December, and I must say that it is remarkably easy to use, and a wonderfully precise instrument. I have a laptop, and the touchpad, while good, gets annoying at times, to the point where I'm frustrated with it. I ...

Pros: Accurate, comfortable, requires little space, price.
Cons: Hard to clean

I just purchased this newer version of the Logitech trackman. Prior to this one, I had an older version for 7 years! Using a computer on a daily basis is a testament to the longevity of that device. This newer version basically is the same except ...

Pros: Ergonomic design, accuracy, intuitive arrangement of controls, price
Cons: Semi-frequent cleaning

I purchased my Trackman when I finally got tired of having to move the other items I keep on my desk to give me room to move my mouse. I am amazed at how accurate this device is when it comes to anything I do on a regular basis. I am a gaming ...

Pros: Comfort, ergonomics, looks cool.
Cons: None

This is a great mouse for anyone who likes trackballs, it is more comfortable to use that previous versions, and is easy to get used to. It has more than enough functions and it very ergonomic. A little trick to clean it, just grip the ball and pull, and it will pop out and you can clean inside and keep it in top shape.

Pros: Absolutely everything
Cons: Absolutely nothing

I got one of these about 7 years ago because of tight desk space. It took 2 or 3 days to get used to it, but there is no way I am ever going back. Every single computer in my house has one. The Trackman has probably saved my arm enough travel distance that you can measure it in MILES. Not to mention having to flex my wrist 1000 times a day.

In short: buy it. When you are old, you will thank yourself. Actually, in a week, you will thank yourself.

Pros: No need to move around.
Cons: Can't blame problems on the mouse.

I have used my Trackman for several years now and would not go back to a regular mouse by choice. I use it for both standard computer apps and for gaming. The system is responsive and uses much less desk space because you don't have to move it around.

The Trackman is also easy to clean. Just pop the ball out and wipe it out.

Very well worth the investment.