Logitech G402: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-28
Summary
Common complaints are the right-handed-only shape, the lack of adjustable weights, the basic plastic build, and Windows-only customization software; there are no consumables, so running cost is effectively $0 per year apart from wear on the 250 km glide feet. At Logitech’s listed $59.99 (£49.99) it is good value for FPS players who prioritize tracking speed, and above that price the G502 line deserves comparison.
Common problems and fixes
- Right-handed only — the shape excludes left-handed users; the only workaround is choosing a different mouse. This is a design choice, not a defect. [3]
- No adjustable weight system — unlike the G502 series there is no weight tuning; buyers wanting tunable weight should look at the G502 line. [3][4]
- Plastic build lacks premium finish — matte and glossy black plastic without the premium finishes of some rivals. Cosmetic, not a defect. [4]
- Customization is Windows-only — macros, button assignments and polling rates need Logitech Gaming Software or G HUB on Windows; as a basic pointer it works elsewhere but advanced features do not. [1][3][4]
- No on-board profile memory — customized settings do not travel between computers without the software. [4]
- Glide feet wear — feet are rated for 250 km (155.3 miles); heavy use wears them. Wear is not a defect, and the sources do not state whether the typical 2-year limited hardware warranty covers wear items. [1][3]
- Switch wear over time — left and right switches are rated for 20 million clicks; long-term failure rates after years of intensive use are not documented in the sources. [1]
Parts and consumables
No replaceable parts or consumables reported.
Yearly running cost
$0 in electricity or subscriptions: the mouse is USB bus-powered and has no consumables. The only wear item is the glide feet, rated for 250 km (155.3 miles), and no replacement price or interval is documented in the sources. [1][3]
When it is a good buy
- At Logitech’s listed $59.99 (£49.99): strong value for budget-conscious FPS players who want reliable tracking speed over extreme DPI numbers or modular weights. [1][3][4]
Alternatives: the G502 line when you want adjustable weights or a higher DPI ceiling [3][4][5]; buyers needing a left-handed or ambidextrous shape should look elsewhere, as no specific alternative model is named in the sources.