Logitech MX Master 4 Review: More Than Just A Pointing Device

I am a digital content creator who reviews gadgets for living. So you can imagine how important it is for me to have a reliable set of tools by my side at all time. A fancy mouse is definitely one of these tools. Fancy, why? Because if a mouse understands tasks such as video editing, it can be a huge advantage for my workflow.Logitech has been one of the brands that understood the assignment and came up with MX Master series in 2015. A premium wireless mouse that works on both Windows and macOS, and offers versatility for power users, specifically through its features such as speed-adaptive scroll wheel and multi-device connectivity.In late 2025, Logitech introduced the latest successor of this series called the Logitech MX Master 4. I’ve been using

it ever since, and while testing it, I compared it to my experience when I used to rock an average Rs 1,000 mouse and also when I completely relied on MacBook’s super seamless trackpad. In this review, let’s find out if this Rs 15,995 mouse, makes sense or no.What’s new?The Master 4 brings what brand is calling the biggest shift the MX Master series, and it all revolves around haptics.The mouse actually tries to talk to you, not with dingy lights or something, but with subtle and premium vibrations. You get a single tap when it connects, a gentle heartbeat when it’s searching for a device, and distinct alerts when the battery is running low. It sounds gimmicky, but after a few days, I have a very positive feedback on this. You can also tune the haptic strength to subtle, low, medium or high.

Another very welcome change is the introduction of Actions Ring. This replaces the old gesture button on the thumb rest with newly placed button towards the bottom, when pressed pops up a actual ring on your screen. From here, you can trigger media controls, emojis, screen locks, or even AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini. If you want to trigger something different, you can install Logi Options+ and customize it accordingly. However, my experience with Logi Options+ was not very positive, but I’ll get to it in a second.Where MX Master 4 actually shines is in creative workflows. In apps like Photoshop, Premiere and Lightroom, selecting a slider for exposure, contrast, highlights and and then turning the scroll wheel feels different. This is where haptics play a big role as there’s “tick” feedback that the mouse makes at every increment or decrement. It’s precise, controlled, and honestly very satisfying when it works.Design, Build and ErgonomicsAt first glance, this looks exactly like an MX Master. And that’s intentional. Typical Apple’s “don’t fix what isn’t broken” philosophy isn’t that bad. The structure is almost unchanged from the MX Master 3S, but there are some differences that you’ll feel once you hold it.The old rubberized surface material is replaced for a textured silicone finish that feels grippier and cleaner. It’s obvious to get scratched after a while, especially if you dont have a mouse pad or desk mat. But it is still said to be more resistant to long-term wear compared to old rubberized one.

All in all, it has 8 buttons and the layout has been shuffled a bit and if youve been using the MX Master 3 or 3S; which means you’ll have to re-train your fingers a bit. The gesture button has moved from the thumb rest to a position near the forward and back buttons. In theory, this frees up the thumb area. In practice, I found myself accidentally hitting the forward button more than once.The MagSpeed scroll wheel is brilliant as ever. You can activate Ratchet mode with single press of a button placed right underneath the wheel for precision, or press it again for free-spin to have some fun. The horizontal thumb wheel is now longer, and is easier to access without adjusting your grip. This is a very ergonomic win.Clicks are now quieter and while I couldn't measure decibels, Logitech claims clicks have undergone a 90% noise reduction. Overall, this is still one of the most comfortable mice you can use for long hours. If ergonomics were a sport, the MX Master would still be playing in the finals.Performance and SpecificationsUnder the hood, this is familiar territory and it’s not a bad thing by any means. You get the same Darkfield 8K DPI sensor we saw on the MX Master 3S. It tracks flawlessly on pretty much anything, including glass. Cursor movement is smooth and consistent.That said, I will say this mouse is tuned for productivity and not gaming. If you’re planning to have long sessions of Counter Strike 2 or Valorant, maybe you need to reconsider.Battery life is great. Logitech claims up to 70 days, and based on my usage, that’s realistic. The quick-charge feature is still magic as one minute of charging gives you roughly three hours of use. In my usage, I didn't notice a low battery situation, so I cant really comment here. But even if it runs low on battery, the USB-C receiver is a great add-on. It’s small and is actually usable on modern laptops or even iPads.Software and EcosystemThis is where the MX Master 4 stands out and frustrates at the same time. Users can download Logi Options+ from official Logitech website and honestly if you won’t, you’ll only have access to about 60 percent greatness of this mouse. App-specific profiles, custom Actions Rings, gesture mapping - it’s all powerful and genuinely useful.

Logitech Flow that came out all the way back in 2017 with MX Master 2S, continues to be a standout feature. Moving your cursor between a PC and a Mac and letting you copy files across devices - it still boggles me.But here’s the problem - the entire software feels beta.The Actions Ring occasionally glitches. The software itself had to be un-installed and re-installed a couple of times as it would just freeze on the loading screen. And deep integration of all the features that mouse supports is currently limited to a few apps. The idea is fabulous and I would want to have something like this as part of my workflow. However, the execution feels not fully cooked, yet.Pricing and VerdictThe Logitech Master 4 is priced at Rs 15,995 in India and for the price I would say this is the products that has helped me to improve my workflows. I no longer have to manually zoom-in and zoom-out the timeline as the horizontal scroll just works flawlessly. This is one of the many examples that I can cite, how the MX Master 4 is part of my creative workflow.So, who is this for?

• You’re coming from an MX Master 2S or older
• You value ergonomics, quiet clicks, and all-day comfort
• You work heavily on video editing apps, photo editing apps, or even MS Excel.

But think twice if -

• You already own an MX Master 3 or 3S
• You don’t care about haptics or creative dial-like controls
• You are a gamer

The MX Master 4 is a fantastic mouse. However, some of the ideas that it tries to sell upon feel like a preview of what’s coming. The hardware is ready, just that maybe the next software update follows the right path. But once done, this could easily reclaim the “default recommendation” of best mice for creative people.