Dream Machines DM1 FPS Mouse Review

1. Introduction2. Unboxing and First Look3. Testing4. Closing Thoughts5. View All Pages

There is no doubt in my mind that the Dream Machines DM1 FPS is the company's finest mouse to date.

It has kept the same Sensei shape as both of its predecessors, and that is one major feature that will keep people interested – the shape is tried and tested, and very popular.

Dream Machines has made a few changes compared to the DM1 Pro S, though. For one, the cable is vastly improved, to the point where the DM1 FPS has the best stock cable I have ever used. It is significant enough of an upgrade that even if nothing else had changed between the DM1 Pro S and the DM1 FPS, the latter would still be worth buying for the cable alone.

Elsewhere, the main switches have also been changed, from Omron switches to blue Huanos. This isn't necessarily an ‘upgrade' as everyone will have their own preference, but the Huanos do feel quite tight and snappy and I had no problem gaming with them.

It is also good to see a number of colour options, including glossy finishes. I found the glossy DM1 FPS to have far superior grip when compared to the matte DM1 Pro S, which I said was a bit slippery in my original review. On top of that, the red body makes a very welcome change to all the black mice we are used to reviewing.

I can't say that the DM1 FPS is quite perfect, though. The main issue I have with it is the wobbly side buttons, which unfortunately have still been carried over from the Pro S. If these were more low-profile, I think using them would be much more pleasant.

The other two issues are more minor, but still noticeable – the primary buttons have some slight pre-travel, and the scroll wheel isn't the best either.

Still, I have very much enjoyed using the Dream Machines DM1 FPS and I think I will keep using it for the foreseeable future. It makes enough significant changes to be worth buying even if you have a DM1 Pro S, and it will certainly appeal to those looking for an up-to-date Sensei-shape mouse.

In terms of pricing, we can't yet find a UK retailer stocking the DM1 FPS. However, it is available to buy directly from Dream Machines – based in Poland – for €54.99 HERE.

Pros

• Great Sensei shape.
• Top-class cable.
• 83g weight.
• Huano switches feel great.
• Glossy finish is very grippy.
• Scroll wheel switch has improved from DM1 Pro S.

Cons

• Side buttons are still wobbly.
• Scroll wheel could be better.
• Slight pre-travel on primary buttons.

KitGuru says: The DM1 FPS is the company's best mouse to date. It isn't quite flawless, but it does come very close.

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