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0 In a world of minimal mice and slick RGB clones, the New Zealand-based Swiftpoint’s Z2 charges in like a Transformer. With 13 buttons, haptic feedback, gyroscopic controls, pressure-sensitive clicks, swappable parts, oh, and a tiny OLED screen, this is less of a “mouse” and more of a full-blown command centre for your desk.
The Shape-Shifting Mouse
Whether you’re gaming, editing, 3D modelling, or automating complex workflows, the Kickstarter-funded Z2 aims to be your one-device-to-rule-them-all. So, is it a revolution or just a really expensive gadget? Let’s dig in.
Design
Right out of the box, the 65-gram Z2 feels like something out of a sci-fi prop room. Its angular chassis and layered surface elements make it look busy, because it is. This is not your everyday plug-and-play mouse. It’s larger than average, right-handed only, and built to stand out rather than blend in. I certainly turned a few heads when I started using the Z2 in the office.
The matte-black finish adds a professional look, while the RGB lighting is just a simple glow on the logo rather than a full light show. Its build quality feels sturdy and premium, with thoughtful details like distinct button textures and clean lines that help guide your fingers without being distracting. I was quite amazed at how easily I could navigate the mouse.
If you have large hands, like me, or prefer a palm grip, you’ll likely find the Z2 fairly comfortable. Its high arch provides a nice palm rest, and the thumb and pinky rests are cleverly designed to reduce drag and tension. That said, it’s a dense device, with a lot of buttons under your fingers, it may feel like you’re learning to operate a miniature cockpit! The grip for me took a while to get used to as I tend to trail my pinky on the mouse mat and this made the mouse slightly tricky to feel at one with at first.
Users with smaller hands or those who favour fingertip grips might find the layout a bit overwhelming at first. It can take some experimenting to avoid mis-clicks and to develop muscle memory for the less traditional button placements. But once it clicks (pun intended), it’s hard to go back.
Accessories
One of the Z2’s strongest plays is how it lets you tweak the physical setup to match your workflow. It comes with a bag of interchangeable parts, including:
- Different-sized button caps for the fingertip triggers.
- Magnetic snap-on bottom feet, which change how the mouse tilts or glides.
- An analogue “joystick plate” that raises the mouse so it can be tilted in mid-air, mimicking a flight stick.
These aren’t gimmicks; they genuinely change how the mouse feels and functions. For instance, you can swap a long trigger cap for a shorter one if you find yourself accidentally clicking, or swap out the bottom pads to either allow or lock out tilt-based input. You don’t just use this mouse, you build it to fit you.
I was lucky enough to also receive the optional Swiftpoint Z2 Case that provides a safe hard shell to house the Z2 mouse and all of the accessories. Perfect for transporting between the office and home!
Features
As mentioned earlier, this is no ordinary mouse. And this point of the review is where things start to get wild.
Several of the Z2’s buttons are “deep click” enabled, meaning they register different inputs based on how hard you press. Light touch? One function. Push harder? You get another command. It’s like having double the buttons, without actually adding more buttons. To keep you oriented, the mouse delivers subtle haptic feedback when a deeper press is detected. This tiny vibration helps reinforce the idea that you’re activating a different action, which is especially useful in games, productivity apps, or creative software. It feels surprisingly intuitive once you get the hang of it.
Another standout feature is the built-in gyroscope and accelerometer. The Z2 can detect tilt and motion, allowing you to map directional gestures to specific actions. You can lean the mouse left to reload, tilt forward to zoom, or even lift it to enter a flight-stick-style control mode. The OLED screen on the side of the mouse allows you to view your current profile, dpi, force percentages of each button press as well as tilt angles and custom messages.
If you use the included joystick plate, the mouse can operate in mid-air like a true analogue stick. This is ideal for flight sims or camera navigation in 3D software. The level of immersion this adds is impressive, and the feature is both functional and surprisingly fun. Think of it as a blend of VR controller and mouse.
X1 Control Panel
All this hardware horsepower would be wasted without strong software, and Swiftpoint delivers. Their configuration suite, the X1 Control Panel, gives you deep control over every aspect of the Z2. Here you can:
- Assign macros and keybinds to each button.
- Customise tilt and deep-click sensitivity.
- Create multiple profiles for different apps or games.
- Adjust haptic feedback levels and LED display settings.
Better yet, you can store your profiles directly on the mouse thanks to onboard memory. So whether you’re switching from AutoCAD to Call of Duty or from Excel to FL Studio, the Z2 adapts with you. It takes some time to set up and learn, but once you do, the flexibility is liberating.
Performance
Underneath all the features, this is still a highly capable mouse. It uses a top-tier optical sensor (PixArt PAW3395), supports DPI levels from 50 up to 26,000, and maintains pinpoint accuracy even under rapid movement. There’s no input lag to speak of, and click latency is near-instant. I certainly had no issues when using the Z2 across a broad spectrum of work applications and games.
For gamers, the mouse handles FPS, RTS, and MMO genres like a champ, especially when you get creative with macros and tilt binds. For professionals, it shines where repetitive tasks can be automated into custom gestures and various click depths.
Conclusion
The Swiftpoint Z2 is certainly not for everyone. It demands patience, setup time, and a willingness to experiment. It’s wired-only, bulky, and its sheer number of options might overwhelm casual users. It certainly initially tested me.
All that being said, for power users, competitive gamers, creatives, or professionals who live and breathe hotkeys, the Z2 is a revelation. It’s one of the most customisable and innovative mice ever released, and it delivers on its promise. If you’re tired of switching between a mouse, keyboard, controller, and macro pad, this might be the all-in-one tool you’ve been waiting for.
The Swiftpoint Z2 gets the Thumb Culture Gold Award!
Disclaimer: A sample was received in order to write this review.
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