10 best computer keyboards

The keyboard is an irreplaceable peripheral for any computer. The assortment of these input devices is so diverse that choosing a good quality model and not overpaying for extra features is not easy. This rating will help you in your search. Based on expert reviews and user opinions, I have compiled the TOP 10 best keyboards. I selected the models for the rating so that everyone could choose a technique for their needs. Here you will find simple keyboards without additional options, and gaming, with backlighting, the possibility of fine tuning and advanced functionality. I have not forgotten about those who control the Smart TV function from the keyboard. All of these keyboards are in different price segments. For convenience, I decided to arrange them in ascending order of cost. We'll start with the best price offer.

Logitech Corded Keyboard K280e

A model that has been leading the market for several years in a row. The explanation for this is the price-quality ratio. For just 1200 rubles, a well-known Swiss manufacturer offers a full-size keyboard in a classic design: a black plastic case, black keys with white symbols on them. The keys are pressed quietly, effortlessly. Additional functions include function keys and moisture protection. I would not specifically recommend experimenting and spilling liquid on it, we are still facing a representative of the budget segment.

Pros:

• price;
• design;
• compactness;
• wrist rest;
• soft keys;
• function keys;
• moisture protection.

Minuses:

• non-removable wrist rest;
• space and Enter are pressed loudly enough;
• F1-F12, Esc keys are located higher, at a distance from the main unit;
• blue marking of function keys.

The vast majority of Yandex. Market gave the highest rating to this keyboard. 89% recommend the model for purchase. Suitable for undemanding users for typing, surfing the Internet. I advise professionals and gamers to choose a more expensive model with additional functionality.

ME TOO ZERO-X51 / X80 / X52

Mechanical keyboard from China, which has several modifications with differences in color (white, black) and the presence / absence of a digital block. In both cases, the Sceleton-type case - placement of switches on the case for easy cleaning. Blue switches - long travel, increased tactility, loud operation. They require effort to press, usually appreciated by copywriters - the probability of accidental operation is minimal. The keyboard is backlit, which is appreciated by gamers. It is flexibly configurable, but only English characters are transparent, the Russian ones are not highlighted from the inside. Gamers will appreciate the “game mode” with system keys locked while playing. Price - 1350 rubles.

Pros:

• price;
• backlight;
• function keys;
• Game Mode.

Minuses:

• dubious quality of keycaps;
• short-lived;
• keys are hard, noisy and loose;
• Russian characters are not highlighted.

Not a bad option when you want to try mechanics. Mechanical keyboards of well-known brands cost at least twice as much. At the same time, you should not count on the durability or high quality of ME TOO ZERO-X51 / X80 / X52.Judging by user reviews, there is a certain percentage of defects that cannot be detected immediately. The model is universal, suitable for everyday use and undemanding gamers.

Logitech Wireless Combo MK220

Another budget full-size, but very compact keyboard from a well-known manufacturer. A nice bonus will be a wireless mouse. The keyboard is also wireless. Range of action - up to 10 m. Powered by two AAA batteries. The kit, according to the manufacturer, is enough for 2 years. Naturally, everything depends on the quality of the batteries and the intensity of using the keyboard. The keys of this model are membrane, classical type, with low travel, quiet. Black with white symbols. Function keys are provided. Optical mouse, 2 buttons + scroll wheel. Also powered by 2 AAA batteries. Price - 1490 rubles.

Pros:

1. The keyboard is 36% smaller than the standard Microsoft Wireless Desktop 900.
2. The usual convenience in work due to the set of all standard keys and pull-out legs from the bottom.
3. Wireless connection up to 10m, just like in the Logitech MK540 ADVANCED.
4. Plug-and-Play configuration. The principle is the same as in the USB connection for OKLICK 210M, but supplemented with proprietary software for the kit: reassignment of keys, mouse behavior, USB polling speed, displaying charge indication, information about the enabled modes. Connection Utility to bind other kits to a USB receiver. Flow Scroll plugin for fast scrolling in Chrome and Firefox browsers.
5. Soft, quiet key travel, no knocking.
6. Mouse with good response and click sensitivity, smooth scrolling of the wheel. The sensor works great on any surface.

Minuses:

1. No LED indication of Caps Lock, Scroll, Num modes.
2. "Shortened" and unusual keys Enter and Shift.
3. Russian and English letters are highlighted in the same color.

The kit is universal and can be used with a PC, laptop, tablet and smart TV that supports these devices. Sometimes it is really indispensable - it is very convenient, sitting on the couch, to control the functions of equipment. But for constant use and work with large amounts of text information, the keyboard is hardly suitable because of its compactness. Small and densely placed keys will cause mistakes when typing, cause hand fatigue. There are no questions about the mouse, it is comfortable. A similar kit can replace a single touchpad device - the Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400.

A4Tech KV-300H

Keyboard in an ultra-thin gray plastic case. For stability, a steel backing is provided inside, and rubberized feet on the outside. Scissor keys - quiet, soft, clearly separated from each other to avoid false positives. The color of the keys is black, the color of the symbols is white. There are no function keys. But there is a nice bonus in the form of a USB hub for 2 ports, one of them is universal, can be used to synchronize with a PC and charge mobile devices. Price - 1600 rubles.

Pros:

• price;
• design;
• quiet, soft keys;
• ergonomics (convenient key layout);
• two USB ports.

Minuses:

• no function keys;
• the spacebar is pressed loudly;
• backlash of keys.

Nice keyboard with scissor-type keys and additional USB ports. Given the low price, the identified disadvantages can be forgiven. Suitable for home, office routine work. If we compare it with the models discussed earlier, I recommend the Logitech Corded Keyboard K280e as an alternative - saving about 200 rubles, the difference in the type of keys and the nuances of the layout is difficult to objectively assess, it all depends on the user's preferences. The Logitech Wireless Combo MK220 can be chosen for people with small hands or simply as an additional keyboard for remote control. The savings here are obvious: the wireless set (keyboard and mouse) is cheaper than most membrane wired keyboards, and is not inferior in quality.

Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400

This is a wireless keyboard, according to the manufacturer, for a TV or media player.However, support for Windows 7, 8 and 10 and the presence of a proprietary application that makes it possible to reassign the functions of some buttons allows it to be used with a computer. Features of the model:

• compactness;
• lack of a digital block;
• there is a touchpad;
• 7 additional buttons;
• small buttons "up", "down" in the cursor block.

Available in two colors - white and black. The character color for a black keyboard is white, and vice versa.

Benefits:

• A model of a world-famous company.
• The radius of action is 10 m.
• The volume keys are located above the touchpad.
• Battery life is 18 months.
• ON / OFF button - on the back of the keyboard.
• Affordable price.

Disadvantages:

• Lack of support with Mac OS.
• Separate media buttons are available only when working with a computer.
• The touchpad responds poorly.

Price - 1800 rubles. The ideal example for controlling your TV is an inexpensive, compact 2-in-1 device with additional function buttons. For full-fledged work at the computer it will not always be convenient. Although its compactness, lightness and functionality play an important role. It can be a replacement for a keyboard and mouse for several devices at once, for example, for a home, office PC or a home PC and TV - there can be a lot of options. A very attractive offer.

Logitech G G213 Prodigy

Inexpensive gaming keyboard from Logitech with a water-resistant design. It is equipped with membrane keys, but users note a quick response, a small percentage of false positives. Equipped with RGB lighting. It is configured using proprietary software; for convenience, there is an additional mechanical on / off button. There are separate buttons for multimedia control. There is a game mode. Gamers can write new functions for the F1-F12 keys. Separately, it should be said about ergonomics: the convenient location of the keys, the softness of their pressing, a large wrist rest, which became a stumbling block - not everyone likes it, because it is not removable. Price - 4500 rubles.

Benefits:

1. Quiet work.
2. Nice programmable backlight.
3. Rubberized bottom, non-slip.
4. Additional media keys.
5. Convenient keys.
6. Mode indication.
7. Clear software.
8. The backlight illuminates all symbols well.
9. Moisture protection, but only partial.
10. Fast response.
11. Classic layout.
12. Sound volume control.

Disadvantages:

1. The backlight is configurable only through software; if the program is not running, there is just a smooth change of colors.
2. The brush holder cannot be removed.
3. The matte finish is quite easily soiled.

An excellent replacement for mechanical keyboards when they are not satisfied with their loud operation. Although everything is subjective here: before buying, I recommend testing the model - not everyone likes playing membrane keys, even if they are of high quality. For everyday use, the thing is generally excellent. If you need a quality RGB backlit keyboard, go for this one.

A4Tech B880R

Sceleton gaming keyboard with flexible RGB backlit wrist rest. Using proprietary software, you can set the color of each individual key. Gaming keyboard design, but the font of the characters remained classic, the only inconvenience is associated with the location of Russian and English characters in the same row. The design of the keys is optical-mechanical. Proprietary Light Strike are installed as switches. They are relatively quiet, soft, have a declared resource of up to 100 million clicks, a response time of 0.2 ms. It is difficult to objectively assess them, there are users who prefer the red mechanics, and there are those who are delighted with Light Strike. Game mode, a moisture protection system is provided, of the additional functionality - 5 mechanical programmable buttons on the left side of the main unit. It is possible to control multimedia via the Fn key. Price - 4600 rubles.

Pros:

• 5 programmable keys;
• RGB backlighting;
• Light Strike switches;
• moisture protection.

Minuses:

• small wrist rest;
• small Enter;
• small programmable buttons;
• poor location of programmable buttons;
• there is no indication of the multimedia functions of the F1-F12 keys.

The identified disadvantages can be attributed to the section of ergonomics, but everything is subjective here, in extreme cases you can get used to it. The quality of materials and workmanship, backlighting, the main functionality of the keyboard raises no objections. Considering the acceptable price for mechanics, I can recommend this model to gamers. It can also be considered as a home keyboard, the main thing is to take into account the sporty, aggressive design, which can stand out against the background of the entire interior. From this position, the Logitech G G213 Prodigy will be more versatile. If you just need a high-quality keyboard without backlighting, consider the A4Tech KV-300H - save 3 thousand rubles, and get 2 USB ports for connecting peripherals as a bonus.

Razer Cynosa Chroma

A worthy competitor to the Logitech G G213 Prodigy. More expensive, it has several advantages:

1. The dimensions are smaller due to the lack of a palm rest (some will consider this a disadvantage).
2. The presence of the Fn key - the ability to control multimedia keys F1-F12.
3. Signature Razer Chroma lighting.

Logitech G G213 Prodigy wins by the presence of separate buttons for multimedia control, more thoughtful ergonomics (clear separation of the keys from each other). Otherwise, everything is the same: soft membrane switches, black keys, transparent symbols. Price - 5300 rubles.

Pros:

• materials and build quality;
• moisture protection;
• quiet, soft keys;
• Razer Chroma proprietary RGB lighting;
• Convenient Razer software for setting the backlight, control functions.

Minuses:

• no wrist rest or even a mount for it;
• the signatures of the enabled modes (game, CapsLock, NumLock) are very small, not visible in the dark;
• unfinished software.

A good all-round keyboard for everyday use. 91% of Yandex. Marketa recommends it for purchase. For a cheaper alternative, consider the Logitech G G213 Prodigy.

HyperX Alloy FPS Pro

Monochrome red backlit gaming keyboard in Sceleton, no numeric keypad, compact. Switch type - Cherry MX Red: soft, relatively quiet. Some users complain about false positives. The company also offers this model with Cherry MX Blue switches. Feature - detachable cable. Price - 6800 rubles.

Pros:

• design;
• compactness;
• detachable cable;
• build quality;
• Cherry MX Red switches;
• quiet clicking relative to competitors in the ranking;
• soft move.

Minuses:

• price;
• possible fictitious, double actuation of keys;
• the quality of the keycaps;
• lack of software for configuring the keyboard;
• sometimes individual keys stop working (it is treated by reconnecting the cable);
• the spacebar works only when pressed in the center, when pressed, it sinks along the edges;
• Russian symbols in the same row with Latin, smaller;
• monochrome backlight.

A keyboard with nothing extra: minimalist design, monochrome backlighting, and a compact body to free up workspace for a mouse - the perfect reference for FPS gamers. For home and office, I would suggest considering cheaper options.

Apple Magic Keyboard Numeric Keypad

Mac OS keyboard. This is evidenced by the presence of the CMD and F-13-F19 keys, unusual for a user who is not familiar with Apple devices. The design is minimalist, no frills, the emphasis is on compactness, which was achieved in part thanks to a monolithic magnesium-aluminum alloy body. The keyboard is offered in two colors - white and gray. The keys in the first case are white with black engraved symbols, in the second they are black with white engraving. They have a scissor design, low travel, are located in an island type - soft, quiet, with a minimum percentage of false alarms. Despite the compactness of the keyboard, it is convenient to use. Feature - a hybrid connection to a PC, can work via Bluetooth within a radius of 10 m or via a cable with a Lightning USB connector (included). A built-in battery is responsible for autonomous operation, which can be charged from the mains or from a PC when the keyboard is connected via a cable. Price - 11,990 rubles.

Pros:

• brand;
• materials and build quality;
• works with Linux;
• flexible configuration of "hot keys";
• ergonomics;
• hybrid connection;
• Holds a charge for a long time when connected wirelessly.

Minuses:

• price;
• only works correctly with Mac OS.

A model for Apple technology owners. In theory, it can work on "machines" running Windows, but this causes some inconvenience. For example, the keyboard does not have an Alt key (you will have to reassign it). But there are Options, CMD keys. An experienced user knows that they perform a function similar to the Fn and Win keys on standard keyboards, but a beginner will have to sweat. But you can figure it out. The key stop factor is still the price. You can buy a keyboard several times cheaper, not worse in quality, with extended functionality, ideally working with Windows without additional settings.