When comparing Razer Naga Chroma vs Evoluent VerticalMouse 4, the Slant community recommends Evoluent VerticalMouse 4 for most people. In the question“What is the best mouse for programmers?” Evoluent VerticalMouse 4 is ranked 8th while Razer Naga Chroma is ranked 26th. The most important reason people chose Evoluent VerticalMouse 4 is:
The included Mouse Manager software allows you to assign different functions to the buttons such as hotkeys, Windows commands, or media control. You can reduce the amount of clicking you have to do by assigning a double-click button, or set the mouse to double-click automatically after a short pause. Static strain can also be reduced by pressing and holding a button momentarily to simulate continuous pressing.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Tons of easy to program buttons
Great for MOBAs, MMOs, and even FPSs.
Pro Side buttons are mechanical and angled
The 12 side buttons on the Razer Naga Chroma have mechanical switches inside. Mechanical switches have a great tactile and audible feedback while also having great longevity. The buttons themselves are also angled which makes it easier to find the correct button to use.
Pro Tilt-click scroll wheel
The scroll wheel can be pressed left, right, or down.
Pro Braided cord
Pro Super comfortable to use
Perfectly conforms to any grip type in your hand. Can use this mouse for hours on end.
Pro Right or left handed models available
The Razer Naga Chroma comes in either a right or left handed model.
Pro Included software further eases work
The included Mouse Manager software allows you to assign different functions to the buttons such as hotkeys, Windows commands, or media control. You can reduce the amount of clicking you have to do by assigning a double-click button, or set the mouse to double-click automatically after a short pause. Static strain can also be reduced by pressing and holding a button momentarily to simulate continuous pressing.
Pro Made from quality plastic and rubber
The mouse is made of quality hard plastic. The back portion of the mouse is made of a soft rubberized material that helps add grip. The scroll wheel feels tight and responsive.
Pro Comes in left and right handed forms
This mouse can be bought in six different versions: a left-handed one, two smaller ones (wired and wireless), and three standard right-handed versions.
Pro Takes away stress from your arms
Even if you don't have wrist pain, this mouse will be better for your hand health.
Pro Super comfortable and easy to use
Rather than twisting your forearm to abide the requirements of a traditional mouse, the VerticalMouse lets your arm rest in a natural pose while you navigate. Add to that browser buttons and customizable software on top of a navigating experience that is not only better for you but one of the smoothest in the consumer category and you have a easy to use everyday mouse.
Pro Lightweight
So you don't have to exert as much energy to move the mouse.
Cons
Con The shape will not feel comfortable for everyone
The shape does not work with palm grips that well.
Con Heavy
Unsuitable for most hardcore FPS games. This mouse will easily make your hand tired due to its weight of 135g.
Con Side buttons are not for everyone
Takes your thumb some getting used to, hitting the correct button.
Con Proprietary software needed to take advantage of all of the mouses features
Users will need to install Razers Synapse software to take advantage of most of this mouses features such as the programmable keys.
Con Takes a while to adapt
For a user that spends 8+ hours with a mouse it may take days, for a casual user it may take weeks.
Con Buttons feel cheap
The buttons feel cheap and mushy to press compared to other mice in its price range.
Con Subpar tracking
A bit inaccurate and may stutter on certain surfaces (mousepad recommended).
Con Driver interferes with other mice
The VerticalMouse mouse driver interferes with the Magic Mouse and Kensington drivers and even disables the Magic Mouse upon startup.