A trackball device in silver and black with a large round black ball centered between two curved side buttons and a cable.

Kensington Orbit Optical Trackball

by Kensington

Est. $30–$55, see price history

Typical price range, not a vendor quote. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Ready to use This is a complete, plug-and-play device. You connect one USB cable and can use it in minutes, with no pairing, mounting, or training needed, so it fits self-serve. It may take a short time to get used to rolling the ball instead of moving a mouse.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Kensington Orbit is a stationary trackball. You roll the ball with your fingers or palm to move the cursor, and the base never moves, so there's no sweeping your arm across the desk like you would with a mouse. That makes it a good fit for someone who finds mouse movements tiring or who has little desk space. It plugs into a PC or Mac by USB and works right away. The optical sensing is designed to resist dust, so it should need less cleaning than older trackballs.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Ready to use
Price
Est. $30–$55
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    1. Plug the USB cable into your computer and wait a few seconds for it to be recognized.
    2. Roll the ball to move the cursor and use the buttons to click. No software is needed to start.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Inclusive Technology — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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