--- product_id: 496385957 title: "Slimblade Pro" brand: "kensington" price: "£104.25" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Kensington" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/496385957-slimblade-pro store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Dual sensor precision Bluetooth + 2.4GHz + wired 4 months battery life Slimblade Pro **Brand:** kensington **Price:** £104.25 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Elevate your desk game with precision, power, and style. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Slimblade Pro by kensington - **How much does it cost?** £104.25 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/496385957-slimblade-pro) ## Best For - kensington enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kensington brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Customizable Workflow:** 8 programmable button sets via KensingtonKonnect software to tailor your productivity like a pro. - • **Triple-Mode Connectivity:** Seamlessly switch between Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, or wired for ultimate flexibility. - • **Unmatched Battery Endurance:** Recharge once, work for months—stay unplugged and unstoppable. - • **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Dual sensors track the large 55mm ball for pixel-perfect cursor control with minimal wrist strain. - • **Ergonomic Ambidextrous Design:** Low-profile shape crafted for all-day comfort, whether you’re right- or left-handed. ## Overview The Kensington SlimBlade™ Pro Wireless Trackball combines advanced dual-sensor technology with a large 55mm finger-operated ball, offering superior precision and ergonomic comfort. Featuring rechargeable battery life lasting up to 4 months per charge, and versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired USB-C, it adapts effortlessly to any workspace. Ambidextrous design and customizable buttons via KensingtonKonnect software make it the ultimate productivity tool for professionals seeking accuracy and comfort. ## Description Professional reviewers and ergonomists agree that finger-operated trackballs are superior to thumb-based trackballs when it comes to precision and hand comfort. At the same time, professional users prefer the convenience of wireless controllers. Kensington has responded with its most advanced trackball yet: the SlimBlade™ Pro Trackball. Now you can enjoy the precision and ease of a finger-operated trackball that includes Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and wired capabilities, as well as unique dual-sensor ball-twist scrolling. All in a sleek design that saves valuable desk space and can be used with either hand. It’s the ultimate in accuracy, comfort, and control. Review: SlimBlade maybe the best Kensington trackball - battery charge does not last, support replaced it - Having used the traditional trackball for more decades than I can easily remember I decided to switch to the slimline version about 3 months ago. The "wheel" on the traditional always made an annoying sound and the weakest point on it. The "wheel" on the slimline is not physical but senses when your finger is close to the circular area around the ball, meaning there is no ring anymore and you simply get close to or touch where it used to be and spin the ball to get the same effect, and it works well once you realize how to control it. It is smooth and easy to use. The track ball is the same size and are interchangeable. The socks the ball its in has some nice improvements, gone are the tiny balls use to give it a smooth roll and always collected dead skin and dust and replaced with simple indents doing the same without as much collection. Then at the bottom you now have a hole where dust will fall out through. This makes it less sensitive to collecting particles and easier to clean. You have a choice to use bluetooth or USB cable. The buttons can be harder to click on since you now have to click closer to the center unless you press a lot harder than normal. Not a huge deal but a change. The only real issue I've started to run into namely battery life. The specs lists 4 months or charge, that was good until 2 weeks ago and now it drops to 25% and gives a flashing red-light to let me know the charge is low. Now I charge it once a week. Though annoying it does charge up pretty fast. For all that use this brand of track ball you know they are well made and this is no different and maybe even better. Inserting the USB C connector does require a much harder push, something probably made to ensure it does not fall out easily. And for everyone else, if you ever had an issue with your mouse, try a track ball mouse but one with a large ball. Small ones do not give the same control (more sensitive). --- UPDATE: Called support and they are shipping a new one, can't complain about that! Review: The Perfect Merging of a Keyboard. & Mouse!!! - I came across the Kensington Trackball about 35 years ago and it was just a very simple plug-in device. I have not gone back to using a regular mouse, or a trackpad since I started using the Kensington Trackball. It cuts down on hand fatigue, is much more precise in its movement and I’m sure it helps to prevent future issues surrounding carpal tunnel syndrome. The Trackball remains stationary and you gand works the ball & buttons. Everything is faster & easier with the Trackball. The Trackball has two left-keys & two right-keys, which can be programmed as left-click/right-click, with the remaining keys able to be programmed to snap to websites, email, etc. This is a very versatile product and as I said, I’ll never go back to using a regular mouse or a trackpad again. They are a pain. It’s the perfect merging of a keyboard and the ability to move your cursor around your page , highlight, cut/paste, etc. with speed and precision. FIVE STARS FOR THE PAST 35-YEARS & MOVING FORWARD. ## Features - Includes choice of Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and wired connection options for maximum flexibility. Compatible with Bluetooth BT4.0/BT5.0. Features 2.4GHz wireless dongle (USB-A with USB-C to USB -A adapter) and 1.5m USB-C to USB-A charging cable (USB-C port on the trackball). - Rechargeable battery provides 4 months battery life with single charge via USB-C port - Low-profile shape allows all-day comfort for both right-handed and left-handed users. The trackball takes up less desk space than what is needed to operate a mouse and is more comfortable during extended use because it requires less arm and wrist movement. - Dual sensors accurately track the large 55mm ball, giving users better cursor control that requires less hand and wrist movement. Provides highly accurate and responsive cursor tracking and scrolling. - Simply plug in the USB cable to the trackball and users will be up and running quickly - Free downloadable KensingtonKonnect software provides an easy-to-configure personalized experience, giving users the ability to assign a wide variety of program functions to 8 sets of programmable buttons with KensingtonKonnect installed. *Windows ARM-based computers are currently not supported. Please check back for future updates on compatibility ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BLRQ4116 | | Additional Features | Ergonomic Design, Programmable Buttons, Rechargeable, Wireless | | Antenna Location | Office | | Are Batteries Included | No | | Are Batteries Required | Yes | | Battery Average Life | 4 months | | Best Sellers Rank | #7 in Computer Trackballs #248 in Computer Mice | | Brand | Kensington | | Built-In Media | Wiederaufladbarer Akku, USB-C auf USB-A Ladekabel, 2,4 GHz Wireless-Dongle (USB-A mit USB-C auf USB-A-Adapter), KensingtonWorks Software | | Button Quantity | 4 | | Color | Black/Red | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (959) | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Finish | Glossy | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00085896720805 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous, Right | | Hardware Platform | PC, Mac, Linux | | Item Dimensions L x W | 8"L x 6"W | | Item Weight | 0.24 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Kensington | | Model Name | Kensington SlimBlade Pro | | Model Number | K72080WW | | Movement Detection | Trackball | | Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. | | Operating System | Windows, macOS | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Range | 1.5 meters | | Style Name | Finger-Operated | | Theme | Video Game | | UPC | 085896720805 | | Warranty Description | 3 Year Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kensington - **Color:** Black/Red - **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, USB - **Movement Detection Technology:** Trackball - **Special Feature:** Ergonomic Design, Programmable Buttons, Rechargeable, Wireless ## Images ![Slimblade Pro - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71diSPGO2XL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: when can I buy it?? let me know when..** A: Works fine for me. **Q: What is your official comment on the polling rate downgrading? will slimblade pro gets better polling rates than the old one? https://amzn.to/3t6tycw** A: Do you mean the interrupt transfer frequency or the actual sensor polling rate? This stuff is measured in milliseconds. I wouldn't worry too much. **Q: When will it be back in stock?** A: It's back, and on sale... **Q: How quiet or loud are the left/right clicks in the new 2022 model? Previous model's clicks are loud** A: There was no big difference from the Expert to the Slimblade mouse series (all wired/wireless) regarding clicks, I think they're all sharing very similar microswitches. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SlimBlade maybe the best Kensington trackball - battery charge does not last, support replaced it *by S***E on December 8, 2025* Having used the traditional trackball for more decades than I can easily remember I decided to switch to the slimline version about 3 months ago. The "wheel" on the traditional always made an annoying sound and the weakest point on it. The "wheel" on the slimline is not physical but senses when your finger is close to the circular area around the ball, meaning there is no ring anymore and you simply get close to or touch where it used to be and spin the ball to get the same effect, and it works well once you realize how to control it. It is smooth and easy to use. The track ball is the same size and are interchangeable. The socks the ball its in has some nice improvements, gone are the tiny balls use to give it a smooth roll and always collected dead skin and dust and replaced with simple indents doing the same without as much collection. Then at the bottom you now have a hole where dust will fall out through. This makes it less sensitive to collecting particles and easier to clean. You have a choice to use bluetooth or USB cable. The buttons can be harder to click on since you now have to click closer to the center unless you press a lot harder than normal. Not a huge deal but a change. The only real issue I've started to run into namely battery life. The specs lists 4 months or charge, that was good until 2 weeks ago and now it drops to 25% and gives a flashing red-light to let me know the charge is low. Now I charge it once a week. Though annoying it does charge up pretty fast. For all that use this brand of track ball you know they are well made and this is no different and maybe even better. Inserting the USB C connector does require a much harder push, something probably made to ensure it does not fall out easily. And for everyone else, if you ever had an issue with your mouse, try a track ball mouse but one with a large ball. Small ones do not give the same control (more sensitive). --- UPDATE: Called support and they are shipping a new one, can't complain about that! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Perfect Merging of a Keyboard. & Mouse!!! *by J***S on December 7, 2025* I came across the Kensington Trackball about 35 years ago and it was just a very simple plug-in device. I have not gone back to using a regular mouse, or a trackpad since I started using the Kensington Trackball. It cuts down on hand fatigue, is much more precise in its movement and I’m sure it helps to prevent future issues surrounding carpal tunnel syndrome. The Trackball remains stationary and you gand works the ball & buttons. Everything is faster & easier with the Trackball. The Trackball has two left-keys & two right-keys, which can be programmed as left-click/right-click, with the remaining keys able to be programmed to snap to websites, email, etc. This is a very versatile product and as I said, I’ll never go back to using a regular mouse or a trackpad again. They are a pain. It’s the perfect merging of a keyboard and the ability to move your cursor around your page , highlight, cut/paste, etc. with speed and precision. FIVE STARS FOR THE PAST 35-YEARS & MOVING FORWARD. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overall, it is quite an improvement over the older Expert Mouse (trackball). *by C***N on July 4, 2025* I've used variations of the original Kensington Smart Mouse (trackball) since the mid-90s and have been hesitant to make the change to this model because of the change in the scrolling mechanism compared to the current Expert Mouse, with a mechanical scroll ring. I did not know if I could adapt or would like the change, but I immediately found the SlimBlade intuitive, and it had even better performance than the old scroll ring. My biggest fears were dispelled. Overall, it is quite an improvement over the older Expert Mouse (trackball). This trackball can be directly connected to the computer, and the cable is a standard USB-C variety. I have two old cabled trackballs in the junk drawer due to cable shorts. I also have a couple of the older versions with the dongle that are worn out, too. I preferred the dongle version in the older Expert Mouse, but they went through batteries and did not always work correctly. I was excited to read that the SlimBlade can last months on a single charge using the dongle, so it is like the best of both worlds. The construction of the SlimBlade is a big improvement over the old Smart Mouse. It is sleek and less prone to clogging, which was a constant cat-hair problem in the past. To me, the buttons are easier to click, and it is much quieter. One of the things I notice most is that it is less bulky than my old favorite, the Kensington Smart Mouse; it is a pleasure to use. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kensington SlimBlade™ Pro Wireless Trackball, Rechargeable Battery, Bluetooth 2.4GHz Connection Options (K72080WW) - Kensington ErgoSoft Wrist Rest for Slim Mouse/Trackpad, Black (K52803WW) - SPEATLE Hard Travel Case Compatible with Kensington SlimBlade Pro Wireless Trackball Mouse --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/496385957-slimblade-pro](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/496385957-slimblade-pro) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*