Which USB Receiver Works with Your Logitech MX Master?

The right Logitech MX Master USB receiver depends on your mouse model: MX Master 3S models that support a receiver use Logi Bolt, while the MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition here includes no receiver. Check the model before buying a replacement.

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Which Logitech MX Master USB receiver do you need?
How can you identify your MX Master model?
Why does Logi Bolt matter for the MX Master 3S?
Can you use Bluetooth instead of a receiver?
What should you check before replacing a missing dongle?
Which MX Master models in this guide have receiver details?
What should you do if the mouse still will not connect?
Which Logitech MX Master receiver should you choose?

The Logitech MX Master USB receiver you need depends on the exact mouse model. The MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse here uses Logi Bolt, while the MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition comes without a receiver and connects by Bluetooth.

Check the model name and number before buying a replacement. A receiver that looks right or fits your computer may still use a wireless technology the mouse cannot pair with.

Which Logitech MX Master USB receiver do you need?

For the MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse, choose a Logi Bolt receiver. Logitech says the MX Master 3S is not compatible with Unifying technology, so a Unifying receiver is not the right substitute.

The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is a different configuration. It has Bluetooth connectivity and does not include a USB receiver or adapter.

Mouse configuration	Connection detail	What to check
MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse	Described with a Logi Bolt receiver	Confirm the exact model and receiver compatibility
MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition	Bluetooth only; no receiver included	Use Bluetooth or confirm receiver support for your model
MX Master 2S Bluetooth Edition Wireless	Bluetooth connectivity	Check the exact model's receiver options before buying

These distinctions matter when you search for a Logitech MX Master receiver. Similar product names can describe different connection setups.

How can you identify your MX Master model?

Use the model name and model number printed on the mouse or its packaging. Search using that exact identifier rather than relying on “MX Master” alone.

The MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse has model number 910-006561 in the product details here. The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition has model number 910-007499, which helps distinguish it when searching for a Logitech MX Master with receiver.

The MX Master 2S Bluetooth Edition is identified as model 910-005131. Its product details specify Bluetooth connectivity, so check its receiver options for that specific model before ordering a replacement.

If the packaging is gone, look for the model number on the mouse's underside. Keep that number handy when contacting Logitech support or checking a replacement receiver's compatibility information.

Why does Logi Bolt matter for the MX Master 3S?

Logi Bolt is the receiver type to check for the MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse described here. Logitech says the MX Master 3S does not work with its Unifying technology.

The word “wireless” alone does not identify a receiver. A computer's USB port only tells you what can physically plug in; it does not tell you whether the receiver can communicate with your mouse.

Before buying, check that the receiver is identified as Logi Bolt and that its compatibility information covers your exact mouse model. If the mouse is the Bluetooth Edition, a receiver may not be part of its connection setup at all.

Can you use Bluetooth instead of a receiver?

Yes, if your MX Master model supports Bluetooth and your computer has Bluetooth. The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is a Bluetooth-only configuration, so you do not need a USB receiver to connect it that way.

Bluetooth can be useful when your computer has no free USB port or you want to avoid a separate dongle. It also means you should confirm Bluetooth support on the computer you plan to use.

The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition can connect with up to 3 devices via Bluetooth, according to its product details. The MX Master 2S Bluetooth Edition is also described as using Bluetooth.

A mouse's connection choice can shape the rest of your desk setup. If you're comparing a matching keyboard, see our best keyboard for computer guide.

What should you check before replacing a missing dongle?

Match the replacement to the mouse's model and supported connection type. Confirm the receiver name and compatibility before placing an order.

Use this checklist:

Find the mouse model name and model number.
Confirm whether the mouse uses Bluetooth, a USB receiver, or both.
If it uses a receiver, identify the receiver technology, such as Logi Bolt.
Check compatibility with the exact mouse model.
Confirm that the replacement receiver is included in the package if you are buying a mouse instead.

Don't assume a Unifying receiver will work with an MX Master 3S. Logitech says that model is not compatible with Unifying technology.

If you're deciding whether to replace the mouse instead, compare the Logitech MX Master vs MX Master 3S details to see which model fits your connection needs. For a different shape, read Logitech MX Master vs MX Vertical.

Which MX Master models in this guide have receiver details?

The MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse is the only one of these three products described with a Logi Bolt receiver. The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is explicitly receiver-free, and the MX Master 2S product details specify Bluetooth.

These products show why the generation name alone is not enough to identify a dongle. Match the complete model name and model number, then verify the receiver technology before buying.

If your current mouse still works and you're considering a different use, see whether a Logitech MX Master for gaming suits your needs. You can also compare a best Logitech MX Master alternative if a different mouse connection setup would work better.

What should you do if the mouse still will not connect?

First confirm the receiver type, then check that the computer recognizes the receiver and that the mouse is set up to connect. A physical fit in the USB port does not confirm wireless compatibility.

If you have the correct receiver, try another USB port and follow the mouse's pairing instructions. If using Bluetooth, confirm that Bluetooth is enabled on the computer and follow its device-pairing steps.

If you are unsure which receiver belongs to your model, check Logitech's compatibility information or ask Logitech support with the model number. Keep the receiver packaging until you've confirmed that the mouse pairs successfully.

Which Logitech MX Master receiver should you choose?

Choose Logi Bolt for the MX Master 3S Performance Wireless Mouse described here, and Bluetooth for the MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition. For an MX Master 2S, verify receiver compatibility against its exact model before replacing a dongle.

The decision rule is simple: identify the mouse first, then match the connection type. If you also need a headset for the same computer, see our Logitech H390 USB headset review.