Amkette XS Natural Plus Review | ChannelDrive.in
In today’s hybrid work environment, the mouse is arguably the device our hands spend the most time with. Whether you’re juggling spreadsheets across multiple monitors, switching between a work laptop and a personal Mac, or grinding through late-night deadlines, an uncomfortable mouse amplifies fatigue in ways you feel by the end of the day.
The Amkette XS Natural Plus sets out to address exactly that — combining a vertical ergonomic build with multi-device connectivity, silent operation, and an intuitive OLED display, all at a price point that undercuts most of its competition.
Vertical Design: An Adjustment Worth Making
The XS Natural Plus makes an immediate impression — it’s not a conventional mouse. Its roughly 57-degree vertical tilt places your hand in a natural “handshake” posture, eliminating the forearm pronation that traditional mice force on you. The result is noticeably less strain on the wrist and forearm.
Yes, there’s a learning curve. Years of muscle memory built around flat mice mean the first few hours feel awkward. But that discomfort typically fades within a couple of days. Once you adapt, the difference is tangible — extended document editing or spreadsheet sessions leave your wrist feeling far fresher than a standard mouse would.
At 95 grams, the weight is well-judged for a vertical mouse. It’s stable enough for precise control but not so heavy that moving it around becomes a chore. The matte ABS finish, textured side grips, and PTFE feet ensure it glides smoothly — even on a bare wooden desk without a mousepad.
Silent Operation Meets Precise Control
All seven buttons on the XS Natural Plus use silent micro-switches. In practice, clicks feel crisp and responsive, but the sound is dramatically muted compared to conventional office mice. If you work in a quiet shared space or burn the midnight oil, this small detail makes a big difference.
On the performance front, the optical sensor supports adjustable DPI from 400 to 6400, with a 1000Hz polling rate. On a 27-inch display, the default 1600 DPI setting feels natural whether you’re editing documents or navigating spreadsheets.
The standout feature, though, is the dual scroll wheel system. Beyond the standard vertical scroll, there’s a dedicated horizontal scroll wheel on the thumb side — a rarity at this price. When cross-referencing columns in a wide Excel sheet or scrubbing through a video timeline, that side wheel quickly becomes second nature.
OLED Display: Small Screen, Big Convenience
Tucked above the thumb rest is a micro OLED display that shows real-time battery percentage, current DPI level, and connection mode. It sounds like a minor addition, but in daily use it’s genuinely handy — a quick glance tells you everything you need without opening any software. When switching between devices, you know instantly which machine you’re connected to, eliminating guesswork.
Tri-Mode Connectivity and Battery Life Built for Hybrid Work
The XS Natural Plus supports three connection modes: 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and wired Type-C. It can pair with up to four devices simultaneously, with a dedicated button on the underside for instant switching. In real-world multi-device use — say, bouncing between a Windows laptop and a Mac — Bluetooth pairing is seamless, while the 2.4GHz dongle delivers rock-solid responsiveness. No dropouts, no perceptible lag.
Battery life is equally reassuring. The built-in 800mAh battery comfortably lasts a week of moderate use, with Amkette claiming up to 135 hours. Even with the 1000Hz polling rate enabled, power draw remains impressively frugal. The Type-C charging port means you won’t need to hunt for a proprietary cable.
Final Verdict
The Amkette XS Natural Plus isn’t a mouse that chases flashy specs. There’s no RGB lighting, no flagship-grade sensor. Instead, it focuses on what genuinely matters for long work sessions: a wrist-friendly vertical angle, silent clicks that don’t disturb others, a horizontal scroll wheel that transforms spreadsheet efficiency, and an OLED display that keeps you informed at a glance.
For professionals who spend their days buried in documents and data — and don’t want to pay a premium for comfort — it’s a practical, thoughtfully designed choice. At its accessible price point, few products balance ergonomics, multi-device connectivity, and intuitive control this well.
Launch Price of this product is INR 2199
