Razer

Basilisk Essential

Razer Basilisk Essential

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Sentiment score33% positive
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Last updated: Sep 26, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit Iconim_roman_56
9 months ago

avoid it. get a razer essentials they are cheaper or something else.

Reddit Icon1koolking
10 months ago

I’ve been seeing adds for them lately. I’m looking to replace my basilisk as the scroll wheel skips constantly. How would you rate the keychron mouse?

10 months ago

I have a Razer Basilisk wired version and while it works and is very comfortable, the scroll wheel skips like a giddy school girl. It became such a problem that I had to disable scroll wheel weapon swapping entirely as it would randomly make me swap weapons when I don’t want to. I’m one more SD away due to unwanted rocket launcher from smashing this thing with a hammer. I’d look into Logitech as I only ever hear good things from that brand.

Reddit Iconarrogantheart
5 months ago

Have you considered wired versions of the Basilisk? Or maybe you can find the previous V3 Pro (not the 35K version) on sale?

5 months ago

The previous one has it too. The difference is that on 35K you can set the threshold when it auto-switches from ratchet to free spin, while on the previous V3 Pro this is hard-coded at a certain speed. Basically, works the same but there’s no fine-tuning. Odd. Still, if you like the one setting on the previous model, you wouldn’t care.

Reddit IconJust_a_mallu_guy
4 months ago

Logitech or Razer basilisk wired. Won't go wrong with either.

4 months ago

Yeah 👍... I have razer I hate the software... But great mouse. But currently because of windows driver iam getting disconnected when or if I restart. Logitech has weighs which could allow you to slightly customise the feel. If you can find either it should last you sometime... Wireless will only go for 2 years if batter is easily removable then go for it (from reputed brand) , if not don't.

Reddit IconSpecialist_Engine631
10 months ago

Razer basilisk wired is good too in that range

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