Home About Us Contact Downloads Store                   Events Register Video Awards   PerfitMouse News & Reviews   System Requirements Find Your Size Mousing Tips Ergonomic Research Free Ergo Guide Use Two Mice at Once Technical Support User Endorsements Press Releases The Perfit Mouse is the only input device I’ve come across that actually seems designed to fit your hand (and I’ve tried a lot of them). When you shop for shoes or gloves, you try them on and buy the size that is the most comfortable. Why should a mouse be different? Click here for the entire review MacUser Pros: Superbly comfortable + Useful software The idea is for the mouse housing to provide a large, stable support for your hand - a trick that it manages admirably. The large hump on the body fits snugly into the palm of the user's hand and the leftward slope of the body (on the left-handed model) provides a natural wrist position. Three buttons are provided on the front of the housing, each one lightly scalloped to accommodate the pads of the fingers, and the designers have ensured that each button can be independently operated by the first three fingers, although it's still perfectly usable by users who just like to use their index finger. On the side of the housing, Contour has also provided a thumb rest - you'd think it was a rocker switch for scrolling, but it's a solution that allows for tension-free gripping. This actually proved to be extremely comfortable and natural feeling in use... Click here to view the entire review by Charles W. Moore In summary, I liked the Contour Perfit Mouse a lot, and I think I would be obliged to rate it as the most comfortable conventional form factor... mouse that I have used. I will definitely be adding it to my "rotation" of different mouse designs and configurations, which I have found to be a helpful method of avoiding repetitive stress on particular muscles and tendons. ...it appears to be extremely high quality, and there is nothing else quite like it on the market. The scientific research indicates that it is an ideal choice for people who have mousing pain. I can comfortably recommended it without reservation. Click here for the entire article Gary: That is pretty darn wild looking. Why is it so funky looking? Randy: It's because of this is designed to be the most comfortable mouse of that humankind has ever touched. Gary: That sure is a darn big clam there. Are you sure that they said that? Randy: Well, maybe I have them embellished just a bit. But they do claim it's supposed to be amazingly comfortable and effective in reducing RSI. Gary: Repetitive stress injury, repetitive stress schminjury. Does it play games well? Randy: Well, if the 16,452 head popping frags I laid on you in last night's Unreal Tournament session were any indication of how much easier the Perfit mouse felt I'd have to say, yes. Read more of this entertaining and informative article here Using the Right Rodent Helps Reduce Wrist Pain The award-winning Perfit Mouse comes in five sizes for the right hand and three for the left hand, theoretically making it possible for nearly everyone to find a Perfect Fit -- hence the name. "Which mouse should I use... you go out and get yourself the Perfit Mouse from Contour Design" "in all my years of computer gaming, they're the best I've used" Check out the entire review here July/August 2000 Mighty Mice: Be the envy of the office with a stylish new mouse No matter how zealous the Apple fan, it's universal opinion that the iMac's distinctive round mouse is easy on the eyes but a pain in the a$$ to use. Chuck it and get your hands on Contour Design's Perfit instead--it's the model the Apple folks turned to after realizing how patently useless their model was. It's designed specifically for Macs, works great, and is available in five right-handed sizes(three for lefties). Apart from great ergonomics and programmable software, the Perfit Mouse is easy to use. Unlike several multiple-button mice, there are no unwanted clicks since the three buttons are on top of the device. They are resistant enough that they will click only when you want to click them. This mouse is a little pricey but worth every penny, chiefly because its ergonomics reduce the pain related by extensive use of the computer. This combined with its features makes me think that professionals who use their Macs as work stations and want the highest degree of comfort will want the Perfit Mouse. Pros Great ergonomics, Nice driver software, Easy to use, Looks Good, Lots of sizes and flavors, For lefties and righties Final Score (Maximum score is 5 Gadgies) 4 1/2 Gadgies Click here for the entire review Now don't go around thinking that the Perfit Mouse is only for people who want to escape from the hockey puck shaped iMac mouse, it's also out beats every other mouse on the market. It includes many features that make it the most satisfying mouse for overall computer use like it's thumb rest, slanted design that fits perfectly into one's palm, and curve so that your wrist hovers just above your desk and doesn't touch it (which helps prevents injuries). All in all, when you get the Perfit Mouse you really do get the most bang for the buck. It's shape couldn't be improved, and it's three programmable buttons work well with a lot of new applications that are being converted over from the PC. Pros: Very ergonomic design. Three programmable buttons. Comes in different sizes for left and right handed users. Who it's for: People looking for a new mouse, graphic designers, people concerned about getting hand injuries Overall Rating: 4.5 (out of 5) Hockey Pucks "buy a mouse that's the right size for your hand, especially if you have unusually small or large hands" "The Contour Perfit Mouse comes with a built-in thumb support to ease your tendonitis-inducing death grip" August 13, 1999 "A WINNER, HANDS DOWN" So comfortable, you'll dread having to reach for the keyboard. It comes in five sizes, for a near-custom fit; three are for lefties. All feature thumb supports and a wider shape than traditional input devices, so the hand lies open and relaxed rather than curved in a wretched claw. The shape of the Perfit Mouse is designed to fit the hand so precisely that multiple sizes are necessary to maximize the total impact of the ergonomic design, which features sculpted elevated buttons that enable the hand to remain open with the fingers extended in a ready position for quick button activation. Superb ergonomics; only mouse custom-sized to fit the user's hand, whether right or left. Contour Perfit Mouse By John Fu As a sufferer of RQI, or "Repetitive Quake Injury," I long for the day when my right wrist will ache no more. Hoping for relief, I tested Contour's Perfit ADB mouse with its claims of "ergonomic benefits" for game addicts like me. The body of the Perfit mouse is quite large compared to conventional mice, and I found resting my palm on its broad surface to be a definite relief compared with clamping my fingers on an ordinary mouse. The downside is that its bulky body is a chore to push around in fast action games like Q3Test. The Perfit is available in left and right handed versions in sizes ranging from extra small to extra large, so you can pick the size that best fits your hand. The Perfit is equipped with three buttons on top and a curved plastic thumb rest on the side. The thumb rest, while comfortable, seems like it would be an ideal place for another button or a scrolling device. I tested the Perfit using the latest ContourMouse control panel from the Contour web site and the InputSprocket Contour driver provided with InputSprockets 1.4, available here. The control panel does an adequate job of letting you assign key combinations to the buttons (for example, to allow you to open contextual menus with the right button) and adjusting mouse speed; the InputSprocket driver works with games that use Apple's InputSprockets for controller setup. (Many games, however, assume that you're using a one-button mouse and do not support the configuration of mice through InputSprockets.) While adjusting to moving the Perfit mouse with my arm rather than with my wrist, (as Contour suggests) I realized that my chair was far too low relative to my desk, forcing my arm into an uncomfortable position for mousing. After raising the height of my seat using, among other things, two phone books, I found the Perfit to be very comfortable for everyday use. Contour Design expects to release a USB version of the Perfit mouse for around $79 to $89 in time for July's Macworld Expo. Meanwhile, the ADB Perfit is a good value at $89.95 for owners of ADB-equipped Macs looking for a comfortable multi-button mouse. While the Perfit mouse failed to cure my wrist woes, it is quite enjoyable to use and makes ordinary mice feel tiny and cramped by comparison. Serious gamers, however, may want to consider other options. Contour Perfit Mouse Pros: Comfortable, a good value Cons: Bulky to use with games, not a cure-all 4 stars (out of 5) Click here for an Interview with Contour Product of the Month - September, 1998 CONTOUR MOUSE FROM CONTOUR DESIGN Problem: Hand sizes vary from user to user, yet computer mouse sizes are "one size fits all" -- creating discomfort and strain. Solution: Contoured, size specific computer mice can help minimize biomechanical load and reduce associated injuries. Click here for the full review One Size Doesn't Need to Fit All With the Ergonomic Contour Mouse The phrase "One Size Fits All" may be fine for mittens, but lefties and those with extra large or small hands are usually left out in the cold when it comes to mice. Click here for the full review By: DWIGHT SILVERMAN At first glance, the Contour Mouse looks ungainly. Unlike most mice that call to you from store shelves with a sexy design, this one looks like the overweight, unsightly uncle of the mouse world. But wait! Wrap your hands around it and you won't want to let go. Click here for the full review At first it feels like a monster has taken over the mouse mat, but after a short while many users will find themselves falling in love with the Contour. It's bigger, it's better and best of all, my wrist doesn't hurt anymore! I have no intent to go back to a regular mouse, either! Contour Design's Contour Mouse defines ergonomics in the workplace and at home. Click here for the full review © 1997 Tina Velgos Editors Choice Award 1996 -- Cadence Magazine All mice are not created equal, despite what you may have heard. Likewise, all human hands are not created equal. Even Isotoner discovered that one glove does not fit all people. But only one company has ever applied that basic knowledge to mouse design. Until now, mice have been available in only one size--and most with poor ergonomics. Contour Design bucked that trend by designing a mouse in three sizes to fit a variety of hands, drastically changing its design to reduce wrist strain. The resulting design lets you grip the mouse with much less force and keeps your hand off the desktop entirely. In addition to this, the Contour Mouse has more software features than any of its competitors. Input Devices, Drool or Tool? One size does not fit all. To get a mouse that fits your hand, you need to scoop up one from Contour Design. The company offers mice in four (soon to be five) sizes from extra small to extra large. In addition to fitting snugly beneath your palm, the Contour Mouse forces you to move it with your whole arm, not just your wrist. Your triceps get a workout while your carpal tunnel is less stressed. There even are models for lefties. By Kathy Tafel, June 97 No strain = no pain Trackball or mouse? The debate goes on..... the Contour Mouse is a "traditional" mouse like none you've ever seen. By Richard Theriault Declare Yourself Ergonomically Correct--- November 1996 For years, input device companies have tried to build ergonomic products. Now, an ergonomics company is trying to build a better mouse. For the most part, it has succeeded.... Click here for the full review In Pursuit of the Perfect Mouse --- February 6, 1996 Contour Design is onto something with its Contour Mouse... Click here for the full review Contour Mouse Fits Like a Glove --- March 1996 Sometimes finding a good mouse can make you feel like Goldilocks choosing her perfect chair: This one is too big, that one too small. But a new line of mice from Contour Design could take some of the strain off tired wrist and elbow muscles.... Click here for the full review Fancy mice and so-called ergonomic trackballs are all over store shelves, but I've found a pointing device that really works. The Contour Mouse - a humpbacked thing with three programmable buttons - glides across the desktop. When I place my hand on it, my thumb and fingers slipped comfortably into position (there's a special notch to support the thumb) and the sculpted design helped to ease tension in my wrist. The Contour Mouse comes in small, medium and large sizes for righthanders: a model for southpaws is in the works. April 1996 Pleasing to the Touch... Carpal tunnel sufferers and those with tiny hands take notice: The ergonomically designed Contour Mouse comes in sizes that minimize wrist movement, thereby reducing the risk of repetitive stress injuries. February 1996 Product Spotlight Contour mouse eases strain --- November 6, 1995 (Vol. 17, Issue 45) One company is putting its mouth where its money is by touting the health-related benefits of an ergonomically designed mouse.... Key Solutions Journal The Mother of All Ergonomic Mice A severe case of "rodent elbow" a few years ago left me with a profound and ongoing interest in ergonomic input devices. During the ensuing years I noticed that many mice touted as ergonomic definitely were not created equal. Some had ergonomic features; others weren't even close. Now another new one, the Contour Mouse from Contour Design, Inc., is hitting the market. I had the opportunity to try the mouse recently and I now see it as a major step forward in the world of ergonomic mice. November 95 Home | Product Info | Downloads | Press Releases | Contact Us | Contour Store