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Best Keyboards & Mice in 2026 — Ranked by Reviews & Value

Building the whole machine? The Windows 98 retro PC build guide pairs a period-correct CPU, board, graphics card and sound card for DOS, Windows 98 SE and Windows XP builds.

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Our top 12 keyboards & mice picks for 2026, ranked by rating, review volume, and real-world value. Every recommendation links to its current listing and a full SpecPicks product page.

At-a-glance comparison

PickBest ForPriceRatingVerdict
Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse… Best Overall $41.99 Best all-rounder of the bunch. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 2,129 verified reviews.
Perixx Perimice-209 P, Wired PS2 Mouse with 1000 DPI… Best Value $11.99 Best price-to-performance ratio of these picks. Best price-to-performance ratio of these picks — strong rating with broad buyer agreement. Backed by 1,788 verified reviews.
Kensington Expert Trackball Mouse (K64325), Black Silver… Best Performance $58.00 Highest performance tier here. Performance leader on paper — check recent reviews for thermal or QC complaints before buying. Backed by 4,456 verified reviews.
Perixx PERIPRO-401 PS2 to USB Adapter for Keyboard and… Budget Pick $8.99 Cheapest pick that still clears our quality bar. Saves $33 vs. Best Overall. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 4,613 verified reviews.
Nulea M501 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable… Honorable Mention $27.19 Editor pick for this guide. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 12,415 verified reviews.
Kensington Orbit Trackball Mouse with Scroll Ring… Honorable Mention $39.99 Editor pick for this guide. Decent option, weigh against alternatives. Backed by 7,586 verified reviews.
Perixx PERIMICE-209 P, Wired PS2 Optical Mouse with Scroll… Honorable Mention $9.99 Editor pick for this guide. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 1,806 verified reviews.
Perixx PERIDUO-713BL Wireless Mini Keyboard and Mouse… Honorable Mention $28.04 Editor pick for this guide. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 2,467 verified reviews.
ELECOM EX-G Wired Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic, Thumb… Honorable Mention $39.99 Editor pick for this guide. Decent option, weigh against alternatives. Backed by 2,921 verified reviews.
ELECOM HUGE Trackball Mouse, Wired, Finger-Operated… Honorable Mention $37.99 Editor pick for this guide. Decent option, weigh against alternatives. Backed by 2,070 verified reviews.
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size… Honorable Mention $37.99 Editor pick for this guide. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 1,658 verified reviews.
SkyGive Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full… Honorable Mention $38.49 Editor pick for this guide. Strong all-around pick, broadly recommended. Backed by 1,652 verified reviews.

🏆 Best Overall: Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse - Graphite Blue Ball | Easy thumb control, precise and smooth tracking, Bluetooth and includes Logi Bolt USB receiver, PC Mac compatible

Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse - Graphite Blue Ball | Easy thumb control, precise and smooth tracking, Bluetooth and includes Logi Bolt USB receiver, PC Mac compatible
$41.99

Logitech Ergo M575S Wireless Bluetooth Trackball Mouse - Graphite Blue Ball | Easy thumb control, precise and smooth tracking, Bluetooth and includes Logi Bolt USB receiver, PC Mac compatible. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

💰 Best Value: Perixx Perimice-209 P, Wired PS2 Mouse with 1000 DPI Resolution, Black, (10442)

Perixx Perimice-209 P, Wired PS2 Mouse with 1000 DPI Resolution, Black, (10442)
$11.99 · Perixx

Perixx Perimice-209 P, Wired PS2 Mouse with 1000 DPI Resolution, Black, (10442). A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

⚡ Best Performance: Kensington Expert Trackball Mouse (K64325), Black Silver, 5"W x 5-3/4"D x 2-1/2"H

Kensington Expert Trackball Mouse (K64325), Black Silver, 5"W x 5-3/4"D x 2-1/2"H
$58.00

Kensington Expert Trackball Mouse (K64325), Black Silver, 5"W x 5-3/4"D x 2-1/2"H. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

🧪 Budget Pick: Perixx PERIPRO-401 PS2 to USB Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse - Built-in USB Controller - Black

Perixx PERIPRO-401 PS2 to USB Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse - Built-in USB Controller - Black
$8.99 · Perixx

Perixx PERIPRO-401 PS2 to USB Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse - Built-in USB Controller - Black. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Honorable Mention: Nulea M501 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable Ergonomic, Easy Thumb Control, Precise & Smooth Tracking, 3 Device Connection (Bluetooth or USB Receiver), Compatible for PC, Laptop, Mac, Windows.

Nulea M501 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable Ergonomic, Easy Thumb Control, Precise & Smooth Tracking, 3 Device Connection (Bluetooth or USB Receiver), Compatible for PC, Laptop, Mac, Windows.
$27.19 · Nulea

Nulea M501 Wireless Trackball Mouse, Rechargeable Ergonomic, Easy Thumb Control, Precise & Smooth Tracking, 3 Device Connection (Bluetooth or USB Receiver), Compatible for PC, Laptop, Mac, Windows.. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Honorable Mention: Kensington Orbit Trackball Mouse with Scroll Ring (K72337US), 4 1/2X5 1/2X2"

Kensington Orbit Trackball Mouse with Scroll Ring (K72337US), 4 1/2X5 1/2X2"
$39.99 · Kensington

Kensington Orbit Trackball Mouse with Scroll Ring (K72337US), 4 1/2X5 1/2X2". A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Honorable Mention: Perixx PERIMICE-209 P, Wired PS2 Optical Mouse with Scroll Wheel and 1000 DPI, White (11832)

Perixx PERIMICE-209 P, Wired PS2 Optical Mouse with Scroll Wheel and 1000 DPI, White (11832)
$9.99 · Perixx

Perixx PERIMICE-209 P, Wired PS2 Optical Mouse with Scroll Wheel and 1000 DPI, White (11832). A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Honorable Mention: Perixx PERIDUO-713BL Wireless Mini Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Retro Round Key Caps - Pastel Blue - US English Layout (11909)

Perixx PERIDUO-713BL Wireless Mini Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Retro Round Key Caps - Pastel Blue - US English Layout (11909)
$28.04 · Perixx

Perixx PERIDUO-713BL Wireless Mini Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Retro Round Key Caps - Pastel Blue - US English Layout (11909). A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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Honorable Mention: ELECOM EX-G Wired Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic, Thumb Control, Smooth Tracking Roller Ball, 6 Programmable Buttons, Tilt Scroll Computer Mice for PC Mac

ELECOM EX-G Wired Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic, Thumb Control, Smooth Tracking Roller Ball, 6 Programmable Buttons, Tilt Scroll Computer Mice for PC Mac
$39.99 · エレコム(ELECOM)

ELECOM EX-G Wired Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic, Thumb Control, Smooth Tracking Roller Ball, 6 Programmable Buttons, Tilt Scroll Computer Mice for PC Mac. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Honorable Mention: ELECOM HUGE Trackball Mouse, Wired, Finger-Operated, 8-Button Function, Palm Rest Attached, 52mm Smooth Red Ball Windows11, macOS (M-HT1URBK)

ELECOM HUGE Trackball Mouse, Wired, Finger-Operated, 8-Button Function, Palm Rest Attached, 52mm Smooth Red Ball Windows11, macOS (M-HT1URBK)
$37.99 · エレコム(ELECOM)

ELECOM HUGE Trackball Mouse, Wired, Finger-Operated, 8-Button Function, Palm Rest Attached, 52mm Smooth Red Ball Windows11, macOS (M-HT1URBK). A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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Honorable Mention: Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Red

Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Red
$37.99 · SkyGive

Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Red. A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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Honorable Mention: SkyGive Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Aurora Red)

SkyGive Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Aurora Red)
$38.49 · SkyGive

SkyGive Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo, Ergonomic Full Size Typewriter Retro Round Keycaps Keyboard, Compatible with Windows, PC, Perfer for Home and Office Keyboards (Aurora Red). A curated pick in its category. See full product detail for specs, benchmarks, and alternatives.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

What to look for in keyboards & mice

When shopping for keyboards & mice, weigh price, real-world performance, long-term reliability, and compatibility with the rest of your build. Read at least two independent reviews before buying, and prefer current-generation products unless a clear discount justifies an older model.

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