When comparing Apple Magic Trackpad vs Logitech M570, the Slant community recommends Logitech M570 for most people. In the question“What is the best mouse for programmers?” Logitech M570 is ranked 11th while Apple Magic Trackpad is ranked 22nd. The most important reason people chose Logitech M570 is:
Using a stationary mouse will keep wrist and arm movement down. The trackball being operated by the thumb makes for great comfort (do not recommend finger based track balls). A trackball doesn't require a large flat surface, though next to the keyboard still tends to be most comfortable.
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Pros
Pro No need to pick up an object with mass, just to move the mouse pointer
Just use your finger to move the pointer!
Pro Ergonomic control
Pro Trackball
Using a stationary mouse will keep wrist and arm movement down. The trackball being operated by the thumb makes for great comfort (do not recommend finger based track balls).
A trackball doesn't require a large flat surface, though next to the keyboard still tends to be most comfortable.
Pro Wireless
With 18 months of wireless power, it can be used in a variety of manners not handicapped by a wire.
Cons
Con Low build quality
The shell is very cheap, thin plastic and the button sensors are either far too easy to trigger (left/right click) or ridiculously hard (back/forward, middle button/wheel).
Con Really awkward with the left hand.
Doesn't really go both ways