ZYGEN (VAXEE) - ZYGEN NP-01S

Hi all, gaming and PC Peripherals have been a lifetime hobby for me. Played CAL and CEVO for Call of Duty uo-COD4. I like to think I'm a pretty decent hitscan but have fallen out of love with FPS for the most part (all the people I grew up playing with have quit or rarely play) all that is left is a competitive spirit and for some reason the need to aim well. Mainly play Kovaaks and Valorant now. All my personal bests are with the wired Vaxee np-01s and the Vaxee XE wireless. Just wanted to share some perspective, open up space to answer any question that arise in the process. I am typically and relaxed claw gripper/fingertip with hands on the smaller side. AMA! **Mice I own** ATK mad r major ATK leviatan f1 extreme Dream Machines DM1 End Game gear op1 8k Fantech Helios II Final Mouse Tenz G-wolves HSK G-Wolves SKoll sk-s Lamzu Atlantis Lamzu Atlantis mini Lamzu Thorn Logitech g900 Pulsar x2v2 mini Pulsar crazylight Pulsar v2 Mini Pulsar Susanto Pulsar X2F Roccat Kone (2 versions) Scyrox v6 Sprime PM1 vaxee e1 vaxee np01s v2 Vaxee np01 wired Vaxee xe Vaxee xe-s **Other Mice Ive tried** Razer Deathadders (Multiple Versions) Razer Viper V2 Razer Viper v3 pro Xtryfy m4 Lamzu Paro Logitech G pro Wireless Logitech G9X Logitech G500 Zowie U2-DW Zowie AM Zowie EC Cooler Edition **MousePads** Artisan Zero Soft Artisan Key 83 mid Artisan Raiden Xsoft Artisan Raided Mid Artisan Hayate Otsu Xsoft Artisan Type 99 soft EspTiger Tang Dao EspTiger Kun Lun EspTiger Feng Ling Fnatic Dash Infinity Mice Control v2 La Onda Pelz v2 La Onda Blitz hard Lethal Gaming Gear Saturn Lethal Gaming Gear Jupiter Pad Smitch TOD PureTrak Talent PureTrak (super Slow one) Steel Series QCK (multiple versions) Vaxee PC Vaxee PD 150 Zowie GSR Zowie GSR II Zowie GSR Rouge Zowie ptx-sr or some shit

the wired np01-s! I'm sure if I had the wireless version with the same weight id be fine though. I think the weight is actually a plus for me recently. I'm not sure what it is but feel like it smooths out a lot of the shakiness in my aim and allows me to think less and just use all the silly aim training I do. Especially when I'm off the cold brew. Ive also had really good spells with the sprime pm1 which is lighter.

The only things that I loved in this mice are the built quality and the clicks. They are so crispy and responsive. Unfortunately the shape of this mice is not for me (np01, np01s)

The only thing I'd advise on the NP-01s or ergo variant is that they feel considerably smaller than the DAV3 (even the HS) - I've tried both, and although the shape was great on the NP-01s, the overall size just did not support my hands (18x11). To me, they both felt too narrow, and I found the lack of comfort grooves and smaller back hump not supportive enough to lock my hand either. Vaxee is incredible, but their pricing and lack of returnability make trying their shapes a challenge, especially for bigger hands. If you're willing to wait, I did have a Vaxee rep tell me they're targetting Q1 2026 for the release of the new NP-01 (the bigger variant) that may be better for your hand size (based on the DAV3 HS size). As an aside, you should check cs2 pro settings out. A surprising number of them use the DAV3 Hyperspeed over even the V4 because of the smaller size. Shape remains king :-)

i've tried an np-01s v1 and i have an e1. i agree, their wireless implementation is great, very snappy and responsive, build quality is very good and the e1 has the best feeling mechanical switches i have used.

no but how the sensor is implemented can make a difference. i'd rather have a "worse" sensor that is implemented well than a "better" one thats implemented poorly. maybe its the unit i received, i dunno but i'm just now trying out a razer deathadder v4 pro and i feel like it has a "floaty" sensor, in comparison the deathadder v3 hyperspeed i tried felt really snappy despite having a "worse" sensor. i remember the first time i tried a vaxee mouse and the thing that stuck out sensor wise was how responsive and snappy it felt compared to other mice i tried using the same sensor. i mean if you can, why not try it out for yourself and get a superlight 2 you can return if its not for you?

you basically drew an op1 and VAXEE xe/xe-s. consider those or an ergonomic mouse like the vaxee e1, ec2/3-dw, or pulsar xlite. even the VAXEE np-01s might be the best shape for you, based on the issues described. it has more ring and pinky support than any non-ergo mouse I've used and you can easily be agile with it and have a flexible grip, while having more support for the thumb and ring/pinky fingers.

Listen man, if you’re unsure of your grip and your experience is with a large ergo mice like the basilisk/G502, you’re in for a rabbit hole chase of peripherals. IMO don’t listen to people here telling you your grip is claw relaxed or XYZ, because the truth is that your grip style changes with the mouse if you’re inexperienced. Try safe general shapes, such as the latest ergo ones (pulsar xlite crazy light, Vaxee NP-01S, logitech dex, etc) or general symmetrical ones (logitech superlight, razer viper V3, etc). My best advice is get rid of the notion that you need side buttons and learn to use the keyboard more, it will really open up your options. Second best advice, the Orbital pathfinder is likely the best choice for you right now because it will allow you to try EVERYTHING so that you really learn your grip/style, and it’s also a good quality light mouse. If you can stomach the initial price, it is worth it and probably will save you money long term.

Yeah, if you wanna dive deep into a Vaxee mouse the np01s ergo might be nice for you.. then you will make an easy transition with very similar if not better build quality. Will easily last you another 6 years

They have really good customer service as well., I pre ordered an npo1s wireless and it has known creaking issue.. they let me hold onto until the outset ax wireless released then I sent it back to them no charge in exchange for the outset

I ended up getting the NP01s ergo cause I saw it was in-stock, and I just couldn't stop thinking about it while using my thorn. I literally got it in this day of writing, but I put my hand on it and man it fit like a glove. Works perfectly for a relaxed claw grip. Size wise, the only difference that I could feel off the rip (not counting the obvious stuff like buttons and scroll wheel) was that it is shorter than the Thorn (from bottom to hump height). Most noticeably is that there's not as much free thumbspace as compared to thorn, but I'm not dragging on the mousepad or touching the side buttons much so its not that noticeable. If you have longer hands than I do (7 x 4-ish in. / 17.78 x 10 cm - I only have an imperial measuring tape) you might have to curl your fingers more into a regular claw. But it really does just fill in the back of your palm comfortably Will also add that in I \*think\* the VGN Y2 is a highly similar shape for like half the price/more if its on sale. I didn't go for it cause I'd been eyeing the Vaxee since August, but its something to keep in mind

This is a less safe shape, but the NP-01s Ergo feels great for a relaxed claw grip/palm hybrid (at least for me it does). I’ve used a viper V2 pro and regular ergos before and the forward huno always forced a more regular clawed grip when I want to get a good grip on the mouse The hump is at the back so it fills into your hand nicely. It is a bit pricey though. The VGN Y2 looks like a cloned shape but I haven’t tried it

Np01s ergo is my favorite mouse but too small. Np01 ergo waiting room...

Np01s Ergo by far. Can't wait for the full size edition

Those are mostly all a pretty similar XM2 shape, (not including the 2c) style which never worked with my hand. I would play well but would get pain around my pinky/ring finger due to the right sides shape/curve. If you are looking for a good mouse with a similar shape to the model O, but smaller & better quality I would recommend trying a Lamzu Maya (I have 2 Maya Xs and they are pretty awesome, the regular Maya is just a bit smaller!) My current mouse for relaxed claw is the Vaxee N01s Ergo and it might be (I think it is) the best mouse I've ever used. Notable mention to the zowie S2 DW, as that shape somehow rocks as well! (I only have the matte black. But the new glossy white looks cool!)

Have both the viper V3 and deathadder V4 and think both are great mice. But based on shape between these two I would recommend the V3, as the Dav4 is a much larger / non ambi mouse coming from the viper v2. If you prefer the larger shape the main negative I have for the V4 is that it has really loud/ping-y clicks. They feel good, but I don't like using this mouse without headphones tbh. Also, the motion sync settings... No issue here. I usually play with it on anyways. Outside of Razer, I've loved using the Zowie S2, and they have a 'flatter' shape similar the the Viper V2 in the FK-DW shape. Also the Lamzo Maya & Maya X are solid. My favorite mouse at the moment is the Vaxee NP01S Ergo, but unfortunately my scroll wheel just broke on that one!