VerticalMouse 2, 3 & 4 Comparison
Models VM4R, VM4L, VM3R2-RSB, VM3W-R, VM2-LSB, VM2-RBB
Evoluent
The Evoluent VerticalMouse is available in 4 versions:
| Feature | VerticalMouse 4 | VerticalMouse 3, revision 2 | VerticalMouse 3, wireless | VerticalMouse 2 |
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| Synopsis | Larger finger support, slightly larger size, deeper thumb rest, 4 level pointer speed, right and left-handed. | Improved contouring, selectable resolution up to 2600 DPI, right-handed | Same as VM3 revision 2 but 1200 DPI only, right-handed; Unix compatible | Fixed 1200 DPI resolution, left-handed |
| Available models | VM4R, VM4L | VM3R2-RSB | VM3W-R | VM2-LSB |
| Discontinued models | N/A | VM3-RSB (revision 1) | N/A | VM2-LBB, VM2-LPB, VM2-RBB, VM2-RPB, VM2-RSC |
| Buttons | 2 for thumb, 3 buttons + scroll wheel button for fingers (2-Button combinations can be programmed through the driver for extended programmable options) |
1 for thumb, 3 buttons + scroll wheel button for fingers | ||
| Optical resolution | 4 Level Pointer Speed (with indicator light and easy access button control) |
800, 1300, 1800 or 2600 DPI | 1200 DPI | 1200 DPI |
| Interface | USB (not compatible with PS/2 adapters or KVM switches*) * may work with some but no guarantee | USB, PS/2 with USB adapter (included) | ||
| Shape | Improved softer contouring for a more comfortable fit. Slightly greater height better accommodates larger hands while improved contours maintain comfortable grip for a wide range of hand sizes, with a deeper and slightly angled indentation for the thumb, reducing the pressure in the web of the hand |
Improved contouring to fit comfortably for a greater range of hand sizes, with a deeper and lower indentation for the thumb | Contoured body for a comfortable fit | |
| Scroll wheel | Grooved soft rubber with tactile detents |
Tactile detents | Smooth rolling | |
| Finger flange | Much larger finger flange prevents little finger from dragging on desk |
Small ledge on bottom prevents little finger from dragging on desk | Not available | |
| Speed toggle | Move up or down through the 4 pointer speed settings with easy access side button and clearly visible indicator | Cycle through as many as 3 pointer speed settings with keyboard shortcut or mouse button. | Not available | |
| Application dependent buttons | Create customized button programming for different applications | Not available | ||
| Design | Improved sensor coupled with the light activation force for which the Evoluent is known. Smooth button action and scrolling. Improved contour provides greater comfort and more relaxed grip. |
Revamped internal mechanical design resulting in improved parts fit and button feel, and new electrical design for improved reliability | Reliable mechanical and electrical design | |
| Compatibility | See compatibility table | |||
| UNIX compatible | unknown | No | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 4.45” L x 3.375 W x 3.25” H |
4.45" L x 3.15" W x 3.03" H (113 mm L x 80 mm W x 77 mm H) | 4.6" L x 3" W x 3" H (117 mm L x 76 mm W x 76 mm H) | |
| Cable length | 80" (2 m) | none | 80" (2 m) | |
| Warranty | 2 year | |||
| Model | Option | Description |
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| VerticalMouse 4 | ||
| VM4R | None | Right-handed, silver buttons, dark grey housing |
| VM4L | None | Left-handed, silver buttons, dark grey housing |
| VerticalMouse 3 | ||
| VM3R2-RSB | None | Right-handed, silver buttons, black housing |
| VM3RW-R (wireless) | None | Right-handed, dark silver buttons, black housing |
| VM3-RSB (discontinued revision 1) | None | Right-handed, silver buttons, black housing |
| VerticalMouse 2 | ||
| VM2-LSB | None | Left-handed, silver buttons, black housing |
| VM2-LBB (discontinued) | None | Left-handed, black buttons, black housing |
| VM2-LPB (discontinued) | None | Left-handed, purple buttons, black housing |
| VM2-RBB (discontinued) | None | Right-handed, black buttons, black housing (small quantity of stock remaining) |
| VM2-RPB (discontinued) | None | Right-handed, purple buttons, black housing |
| VM2-RSC (discontinued) | None | Right-handed, silver buttons, chrome housing |
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