Quick Answer
The common mistake buying a best-selling mouse is choosing on popularity, not fit. Match grip size and weight to your hand: a comfortable 16,000 DPI sensor mouse (around R600 to R1,400) beats a chart-topper that suits a different grip.
Why the best-seller is not always right for you
A best-selling mouse is popular for a reason, but popularity does not mean it fits your hand or grip style. The frequent error is buying the trending model and finding it too big, too small or too heavy for comfort over long sessions. Sensor specs are largely solved on any decent mouse, so fit and weight, not the sales rank, decide whether you actually enjoy using it.
What to compare instead
Match the mouse to your grip (palm, claw or fingertip) and hand size, then weigh up wired versus wireless and switch durability (rated 50 to 70 million clicks). A comfortable model at R600 to R1,400 with a reliable 16,000 DPI sensor covers gaming and work; polling of 1000Hz is plenty. Ignore the 26,000 DPI marketing and choose the shape that suits you, which a best-seller may or may not do.
The SA bottom line
The best-seller-mouse verdict is to choose on grip fit and weight, not sales rank. A R600 to R1,400 model that suits your hand beats any chart-topper built for a different grip.
FAQ
Should I buy the best-selling mouse?
Only if it fits your hand and grip. Popularity does not guarantee comfort, so match grip style, hand size and weight first. The right shape matters more than the sales rank.
How much DPI does a mouse really need?
Around 800 to 1,600 DPI for most users, and rarely above 3,200 even for gaming. The huge DPI numbers on best-selling boxes are marketing, not a buying reason.
What makes a mouse comfortable for long use?
A shape suited to your grip, an appropriate size and weight, and durable switches rated 50 to 70 million clicks. Comfort prevents wrist strain over long gaming and work sessions.
Evetech tip
Choose a mouse on grip fit and weight rather than sales rank; a R600 to R1,400 model that suits your hand beats any chart-topper.