diff --git a/wagtailio/static/js/components/mobile-menu.js b/wagtailio/static/js/components/mobile-menu.js
index bcb4424d6..8d0e16efd 100644
--- a/wagtailio/static/js/components/mobile-menu.js
+++ b/wagtailio/static/js/components/mobile-menu.js
@@ -32,8 +32,8 @@ class MobileMenu {
     }
 
     bindEventListeners() {
-        // Use mousedown since click events are being prevented
-        this.node.addEventListener('mousedown', (e) => {
+        // Use pointerup for reliable mobile/touch interaction
+        this.node.addEventListener('pointerup', (e) => {
             e.preventDefault();
             e.stopPropagation();
             this.toggle();