Ten Out of Ten or Just Hot Air? — Ninjutso Ten/Ten Air Comparison Review

After the release of the Sora v2, Ninjutso seemed to step back from the spotlight. That pause wasn’t wasted time. Instead, it feels like they were preparing their next move — something meant to show they still have a few tricks left up their sleeve. The result is the Ten/Ten Air, a mouse that doesn’t just follow in the footsteps of the Sora, but tries to raise the bar in its own way.

Disclaimer: These units were sent to me for review; however, the opinions expressed are my own.

Scenarios

Testing time: 2 weeks

Hand size: 21 x 12 cm

Grip: fingertip grip

Humidity: 55–65%

Skates: stock skates

Mousepads: Artisan Hien Soft, Ninjutsu NPC Pro Control, Tenta-X BerryMilk

Games: Battlefield 1, Battlefield V, QuakeWorld, Doom Eternal.

In the box

Both versions have the same contents, namely:

• Ten/Ten Air Gaming Mouse
• 8k dongle
• USB-A to C braided cable
• Ninjutso stickers
• Hyperglides skates: dots and exact skates

Bottom line? The boxes and their contents are of premium quality. The unboxing is very aesthetically pleasing.

Ten White Unboxing

Ten Air Black Impressions

Shape and Build Quality

The Ten/Ten Air comes in at 125 mm long, 64 mm wide, and 39 mm tall, giving it a footprint that feels familiar to some familiar “potato” shape but with a few subtle twists. The mid-section is cut in deeper, so the waist has a more pronounced pinch that locks the fingers in tighter. The hump sits a little further toward the rear, which shifts how the palm meets the shell and gives more support at the back end. On the right side, the small ridge that many mice carry has been flattened out, leaving a smoother contour that doesn’t press into the fingers when adjusting grip. The main mouse buttons are also positioned lower.

These changes make the mouse feel slimmer in hand, easier to pinch, and a bit more rear-loaded in profile, while still keeping the overall dimensions in the standard medium range.

Build quality is really worth mentioning. In my opinion, Ninjutro has stepped up its game since the Sora v2 release — not only does the unboxing feel special now, but it also looks neat, minimalistic, and classy. The same goes for the dongle and mouse aesthetics and quality. The mouse has no flex or creaking, everything seems very solid and molded really right. The plastic and the shell of the Ten Air are a bit thinner, but that doesn’t mean they will crack all of a sudden.

Bottom line? Refine “potato” shape, with a better overall grip. Quality is really high with this release.

Coating, Skates, and Weight

The black version of the mouse is described as having a matte finish coating that “provides a good grip.” Ninjutso claims the “upgraded finish” (called HyperFinish) offers ~30% more gripping power over their Sora V2 model. While this is hard to measure, I can confirm that the grip is pretty good indeed (much better than in GPX2), but unfortunately, the black paint is a fingerprint magnet and attracts smudges.

However, on their social media, Ninjutso mentions that the white coating does not show fingerprints easily. Having both, I can also confirm that — the white paint is not only nicer — it also has good grip and it stays oblivious to smudges and fingerprints.

Thus, the white coating aims to balance grip with cleanliness/resistance to showing wear or smudges, and I choose white over black.

The Ten series uses “HyperSkates,” which are claimed to have a flat surface with no concave areas and rounded edges for smoother glide and better resistance to catching on pad hairs or debris. They describe the material as “long-lasting” and “repels hair and dirt.” And in practice, the skates are… really slow and controlled, actually way more than I expected. They are directly injection molded, they use a new formula, and they are not pure PTFE. They may appear to be slow to start on many mouse pads.

They do have some initial “break-in” period after which they become more “polished” and slightly faster, but don’t expect a “night and day” difference, so a replacement skates of your choice is not a bad idea if you want more diversity.

When it comes to the weight, the Ten Air is advertised at 45 grams total weight. For comparison, the standard Ten (non-Air) is said to weigh 53 g. The difference largely comes from a smaller battery in the Air version and lighter/thinner molding and materials. The mice are well-balanced in the middle where the sensor is positioned.

Bottom line? The white paint seems superior to the black one, mice are well-balanced, Hyperskates are very slow and controlled.

Software and Battery Life

The software of Ninjutso is a pretty hefty one, same in the driver and the web software. Apart from the usual stuff (button remapping, macros, or polling rare customization, Motion Sync, profiles), you can enable features like:

• Slam Click Prevention (to avoid accidental clicks while lifting the mouse and putting it down)
• HighSpeed Mode (competitive setting to improve wireless signal strength and sensor scanning rate, which decreases the battery life by half)
• HyperClick (improves the latency of the mouse)
• Sensor Angle Tune (great feature, but it needs some autocalibration; it shouldn’t require the user to set it himself)

Everything works really well, but there are some things I miss there. Let me name them:

• Angle tuning should auto-calibrate. Some brands like RAWM do it very well, and the user who is not experienced enough can rely on that
• The mouse should be released with the latest firmware already. Right now, we need to do it ourselves in the software. Not a big problem, though
• I’d love to see button combinations to change DPI, polling rate, profiles, etc, on-the-fly, meaning, without having to open the driver. Just like Vaxee does it.

Battery life is just like advertised, so I knew what to expect. I tested 1k, 2k, 4k, and 8k polling rates; everything was pretty spot on, namely, 140 hrs for Ten, and 95 hrs for Ten Air (when the 1k was used). And that was always with the HighSpeed Mode on, which is quite impressive.

Bottom line? Good and neat software, battery life as expected.

Buttons and Clicks

The main clicks are the HyperSwitches, and they are internally developed and intended for gaming use, and rated for a 50 mln clicks lifespan.

Let’s talk about the main feature of these switches — Ninjutso markets a HyperClick system, based on their custom HyperSwitch micro-switch. Even though they may say it originated in their design rooms, the fact of the matter is that both Logitech and EndGame Gear have also developed something similar.

The main aim of this Button Tensioning System is to reduce or eliminate “pre-travel” (the distance before an actuation). This tensioning system may use a spring pushing on the switch to reduce pre-travel, so the idea is that click signals are registered with ultra-low latency. Basically, Ninjutso uses an internal tensioning mechanism (likely a spring or preload system) to keep the switch plates close to the top shell, making clicks more immediate. In general, they are sharper, lighter to actuate, and faster with click registration, snappier, and have lower latency (at least in theory) than the traditionally implemented mechanical switches, as they also reduce mushiness compared to standard implementations. Mind you, some gamers may find “zero pre-travel” clicks less forgiving if they’re used to a softer buffer. Moreover, they are meant for a long-term stable feel, without degrading into double-click issues. At the time of writing this review, it’s unclear to me if that holds. I guess after a year, I could tell more.

Main buttons have minimal side play; they actuate within the whole area of the main buttons. They are positioned lower than those in GPX2, which I find more comfortable and just better for gaming. Both models share the same button implementation. The main differences between the two mice are weight and shell design, not the click system. However, the clicks on the Ten Air are slightly louder than those in the Ten, which I find a bit odd. Having reached out to other reviewers, it seems to be a common thing. If you ask me, it could have something to do with the shell density.

Side clicks are using TTC switches and are pretty good as well. They are not the best side buttons I’ve tried in my life (Razer is still the best here), but they are pretty acceptable in terms of overall response and snappiness. They are slightly raised and easy to distinguish by feel, avoiding accidental presses, tactile and defined, not mushy — designed to actuate with little travel.

The scroll wheel looks like a rubberized, ridged wheel with tactile steps. It has pronounced detents (not free-spinning) for accurate weapon switching in games. The middle click is definitely firmer than the main clicks — requires deliberate press. It has a clear and tactile bump, no mushiness.

Bottom line? Crisp HyperSwitch mains, snappy side buttons, firm scroll, and a solid middle click.

Ten vs Ten Air Head-to-Head

Let’s start with a comparison between the two Ninjutsos we’ll cover today.

But what does this table mean in gaming? Let’s break it down.

• Weight vs battery trade-off
  The biggest difference is weight: Ten Air is 8 g lighter, which can feel noticeably “faster” or less fatiguing in extended use, especially for competitive gaming. But that comes at a cost: battery life drops from ~ 140 h to ~ 95 h. If you often forget to charge, the Ten might be safer.
• Performance mostly equal
  Sensor, DPI, acceleration, polling rate, switching tech, scroll mechanism — these are essentially identical between the two. So, in pure tracking/click response, they should behave very similarly, and that’s how it is in practice.
• Durability & material
  The weight savings in the Air version come from using a thinner shell/lighter materials / lighter internal parts, so it comes from the re-molding of the keys and the upper shell. This could theoretically affect durability, but I could not find a problem yet.
• Value & pricing
  Given the higher cost of the Air model (for the weight savings + trade-off in battery life), the decision really comes down to whether the lighter weight is worth the extra cost and reduced battery life for you.

Which one should you choose?

• If you prioritize battery life/longer sessions between charges, the regular Ten is more forgiving.
• If you aim for the lowest possible weight, for fast flicks or reduced fatigue, the Ten Air may be more appealing.
• If you’re cautious about durability or want more margin of error, Ten may be safer (less sacrifice in durability for weight).
• If you change/charge often or have a charging schedule, the shorter battery of the Air might not be a big issue.

Ninjutso Ten/Ten Air vs Logitech GPX 2

Now, let’s compare it to the infamous “potato”.

• The weight difference is substantial: The Ten Air is ~15 g lighter than the GPX2. That’s a big margin in gaming mice — it means less fatigue and quicker pointer movement with minimal inertia.
• Battery life is equal on paper, but real usage may differ: Both advertise ~95 hours, but because Ten Air is lighter, it may use a smaller battery or more aggressive power-saving methods to hit that mark. In heavy-use scenarios, GPX2’s larger weight may offer more buffer, and its battery is just better, which I have tested.
• Sensor & performance: GPX2’s Hero 2 sensor (with firmware) has stronger specs (higher max DPI, higher acceleration ceiling) than the claimed specs of the AimNinja in Ten Air. This suggests GPX2 has more headroom in tracking performance, especially in edge cases. I’d say the difference is very hard to notice in practice.
• Switch/click feel & features: The two use quite different click architectures: Ninjutso’s “HyperClick + HyperSwitch + button tensioning” vs Logitech’s Lightforce hybrid switches. The subjective feel, latency, and long-term consistency may differ. If you prefer crisp, lightweight clicks, one might feel better suited to you in person. I personally prefer more natural-feeling clicks of Ten Air than the “metallic” clicks of GPX2.
• Shape & ergonomics: Their dimensions are very close; differences will be in shell contour, thickness, grip shape, and sidewalls. Ten Air is a newer design, possibly with more aggressive internal cutouts to save weight, which might trade off slightly in rigidity. But Ten Air doesn’t feature the aggressive right back ridge, which may improve the grip, and it really does for me.
• Firmware/ecosystem & maturity: Logitech has years of refinement in firmware, driver support, stability, and user feedback. Ninjutso is newer, which can bring innovation but also uncertainties in reliability, driver bugs, or longevity.

Bottom line? The Ninjutso Ten feels very similar to GPX, but the click height is a lot lower and the hump is less pronounced. It has the better coating and better skates, and there’s no aggressive right side ridge as in GPX2, which can be a relief to some, including myself.

Summary

The Ten and Ten Air feel like Ninjutso might be their best release so far, even topping the Sora v2. The improved “potato” shape is simple and comfortable, the weight is where it should be, and the wireless side just works without any drama, with really good AimNinja sensor (reworked 3390) performance. What stands out most are the clicks — the new HyperSwitch mains are light, sharp, and free of the double-click curse, while the tensioning system keeps everything tight and consistent.

The regular Ten gives you the safer, balanced option, while the Air goes all-in on cutting weight for fingertip and claw players. Both feel solid despite being light, and there’s no sense of cheapness here. Ninjutso didn’t overcomplicate things — they just made a mouse that’s fast, crisp, and reliable. Exactly what most players want when it comes down to it.

You might wanna experiment with the skates, though. I get the feeling they might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Bullet Points

• Great unboxing, aesthetics are stunning
• slightly smaller “potato” shape with less aggressive curves
• flawless performance in games
• very low click latency
• Double-clicking is almost impossible to perform
• very good software, also web-based
• very good build quality
• very slow and controlled default skates
• The battery is very decent, even in the HyperSpeed Mode
• The white coating seems just the better option here as…
• …the black one develops smudges and attracts fingerprints
• Angle-tuning should have auto-calibration for less-experienced gamers

Get these mice from the Ninjutso website

Disclaimer

This review is not a paid endorsement. I want to ensure transparency and let you know that I am not receiving any compensation, monetary or otherwise, for evaluating or discussing this tech product.