Input Device Deals

Update: The price has changed to $38.99 since this was originally published.

Handy for laptop users who need a dedicated number pad for spreadsheet work without giving up a USB port, since it connects over Bluetooth and recharges instead of needing batteries. At $38.98 versus the $38.99 list price, this one's essentially at full price with no real discount to speak of. Buy Now at Amazon

Your wrists will notice the difference with this trackball design, which lets you scroll and click without moving your whole arm across a desk, making it worth a look for anyone dealing with wrist strain from a standard mouse. Newegg has it for $110, a $10 discount off the $120 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

A tenkeyless layout cuts the numpad to keep your mouse closer and your desk less cluttered, which suits typists and gamers who prefer a more compact setup. At $200, there's no discount from list price here. Buy Now at Best Buy

This one suits anyone who wants extra media keys and backlighting without paying for a mechanical board, since the multimedia shortcuts handle volume and playback controls without digging through software menus. Buy Now at Newegg

Everyday desk work is where this one fits best, especially if you're tired of tangled cords or need a simple mouse to toss in a laptop bag without much thought. Newegg has it priced for exactly what it is: a no-frills optical mouse that gets the job done. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone tired of clicking noises in shared offices or late-night work sessions will appreciate the silent buttons here, and the rechargeable battery means you're not constantly swapping AAAs. Buy Now at Newegg

A solid option if you want to refresh or customize the look of a mechanical keyboard without spending much, and at $17 you're paying $13 (42%) off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Best Buy

Anyone juggling multiple devices will appreciate the dual Bluetooth and 2.4G connectivity, letting you switch between your laptop, tablet, and phone without re-pairing each time. Buy Now at Newegg

Switching between a laptop, tablet, and phone throughout the day gets easier with this one, since the multi-device pairing lets you jump between screens without swapping cables or re-pairing each time. Buy Now at Newegg

Switching between a laptop and tablet all day gets easier with this combo, since it pairs across multiple devices and skips the need for a dedicated USB dongle on each one. The rechargeable design also means you're not stuck buying batteries every few months like with standard wireless sets. Buy Now at Newegg

Weighing in at under 70 grams with a honeycomb shell design, this mouse suits fast-paced FPS play where every gram counts, and it's currently $10 off the list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone stuck in back-to-back video calls will appreciate this for keeping your computer's status showing active without you having to touch the mouse yourself. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who spends long hours at a computer and deals with wrist or hand fatigue will notice the difference the vertical, ergonomic grip makes here. Newegg's price point makes it an easy way to test whether a vertical mouse suits your setup before committing to a pricier model. Buy Now at Newegg

Best Buy has the Glorious GMMK 3 65% Barebones Wired Mechanical Keyboard for $40, half off the $80 list price. It's a barebones build, so you'll need to supply your own switches and keycaps, making it a solid pick for anyone who wants to customize the typing feel and look from scratch rather than settle for pre-installed parts. Buy Now at Best Buy

Trackball mice are worth considering if wrist strain from a traditional mouse is a recurring issue, since the ball stays stationary and your thumb does the moving instead of your whole hand. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful if you regularly switch between two or three computers or devices, since it lets you pair multiple connections and toggle between them with a button press rather than re-pairing each time. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone tethered to a desk with a wired setup will appreciate the freedom here, and the sports car design adds a bit of personality to an otherwise routine peripheral. Buy Now at Newegg

Swapping out your keycaps is one of the cheaper ways to refresh a keyboard's look or feel, and the GPBT Basics set from Glorious uses PBT plastic, which holds up better to wear than the ABS keycaps that ship with most budget boards. At $18, that's $12 off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Best Buy

Compact and quiet, this one suits anyone working in shared spaces like offices or libraries who still wants reliable Bluetooth tracking without the clicking noise. Newegg's price makes it an easy pickup if your old mouse is on its last legs. Buy Now at Newegg