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Don't wait to get one of the best keyboards until your old one finally dies on you
If your keyboard is starting to show its age, collecting dust or just not giving you want you need from it, you might want to think about
picking up one of the best keyboards now
The benefits to comfort, speed and reliability you gain with one of the best keyboards easily pays the price.Believe us when we say that
once you use one of these keyboards, you'll never look back or even want to
Whether you’re writing a term paper, chatting with friends or playing the best PC games, the best keyboards can make life so much easier
The best keyboards aren’t all about getting work done, after all: the best gaming keyboards can make your off time better, too.Here are
the best keyboards for general use we’ve tested and reviewed over the last year.The best keyboards of 2019 at a glance:Roccat Vulcan 120
AimoCorsair K83 Wireless Entertainment KeyboardTopre Realforce 104UBS Silent variableFilco Majestouch-2 TenkeylessLogitech CraftPFU Happy
Hacking Professional 2 (HHKB2)Microsoft Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint IDLeopold Fc660cUnicomp Classic 104Das Keyboard Prime 13Logitech
K780What you need to know about Black Friday 2019Discounts on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are always ideal great of year to buy
Normally the most common stores will have tons of keyboard sales, ranging from the entry-level devices to high-end peripherals
Because of how affordable keyboards generally tend to be, the discounts aren't as steep on them as other products
That said, there's no guarantee that waiting until Black Friday will get you a better deal than right now (our original price-finding tool
hunts down all the latest deals)
No matter what, we'll be covering keyboard deals and sales from right now through November.1
Roccat Vulcan 120 AimoThe keyboard from the futureInterface: Wired | Keyboard backlighting: Yes | Switches: Roccat Titan Switches Beautiful
design Great for gaming and typing Expensive It has become the norm for keyboard manufacturers to implement their own custom keyboard
switches, and Roccat – with the Vulcan 120 Aimo – is no different
While this keyboard is primarily marketed as a gaming keyboard, its Titan Switches are tactile enough to be satisfying, while still bouncing
back quickly enough to be comfortable to type on for extended periods
And, we’d be remiss to not mention the looks – the Vulcan 120 Aimo looks like a science fiction keyboard, we love it.Read the full
review: Roccat Vulcan 120 Aimo 2
Corsair K83 Wireless Entertainment KeyboardInterface: Bluetooth | Keyboard backlighting: Yes | Switches: Corsair Ultra-low Profile
ScissorKeys feel greatSturdy and portableSmall trackpadIf you have a home theater PC, you might be frustrated by the lack of keyboards that
explicitly appeal to your use case
Luckily, there’s a keyboard for you – the Corsair K83 Wireless is a fantastic entertainment-focused keyboard
Not only is it light and portable, it also has a bevy of entertainment functions that’ll make life easier in your living room
And, with its wealth of connectivity options, including Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless through a dongle, you can use it with many different
However, it’s not great at gaming, so keep that in mind. Read the full review: Corsair K83 Wireless3
Topre Realforce 104UBS Silent variableFor a quieter Topre experience Interface: Wired | Switches: Topre electrostatic capacitive silenced
(30, 45 and 50 grams)Smooth typing actionVery quietTyping can feel 'sandy'ExpensiveAs long as you don’t mind missing out on some of that
signature ‘thock’ sound that’s associated with regular Realforce keyboards, opting for a silenced model like the 104 UBS offers some
Hitting the 104 UBS’s keys produces sound on par with a membrane keyboard, so it’s going to be great if you work in a busy office or a
The ‘dampened’ feel of Topre’s silenced switches can feel kind of like typing on sandpaper compared to a non-silenced board, but we
found that it’s worth the trade-off if you need a quieter keyboard. This product is only available in the US and UK
Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Razer Blackwidow Chroma V2.4
Filco Majestouch-2 TenkeylessBuilt like a tank and compact Interface: Wired | Switches: Cherry MX (Brown, Blue, Black, Red)Solid build
qualityCompactNo media functionsFilco's keyboards tend to be built like tanks, and the Majestouch TKL is no different
This space-saving mechanical keyboard features a compact tenkeyless design that has less than 1cm of space between the edge of the keys and
Its durability doesn't simply allow it to stand up well to knocks and scrapes – it has a positive impact on its typing feel too
You can hammer away on it at speed, even bottoming out to your heart's content, and the Majestouch 2 will take every bit of punishment.5
Logitech CraftFinally, a keyboard for creativesInterface: Wireless | Switches: Scissor switch mechanismWeighty, solid construction Useful
and unique dial Expensive We’ve seen all kinds of keyboards over the years here at TheIndianSubcontinent, from stylish tenkeyless
keyboards to RGB-laden gaming behemoths, but something has always been missing – a focus on creatives
Thankfully, with the Logitech Craft, this is no longer the case
Not only is this a sturdy, tactile and attractive keyboard but it also features a unique dial on its top left corner, which will help
creatives expedite their workflow
This dial’s utility will vary depending on the application, from simply controlling the volume on the desktop, to changing levels in
various tools in Photoshop
If you spend a lot of time creating content on your PC, the Logitech Craft is one of the best keyboards you can buy today.Read the full
PFU Happy Hacking Professional 2 (HHKB2)A coder's dream and typist's treasure Interface: Wired | Switches: Topre electrostatic capacitive
(45 grams)Incredibly portableLightweightKey layout not for everybodyNo arrow keysThe PFU Happy Hacking Professional 2 has somewhat of a cult
following in the keyboard scene, and it’s not hard to see why
This keyboard is aimed at coders, but it’s fantastic for all you writers out there, too
It forgoes traditional arrow keys, instead making use of function keys and key combinations to get that stuff done
It will take a minute to get used to, but once you get that out of the way the small size is a huge benefit, as you’ll be able to take it
Plus, that sweet ‘thock’ sound of the Topre switches is a wonder to behold.This product is only available in the US and UK at the time
Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Das Keyboard Prime 137
Microsoft Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint IDInterface: Bluetooth | Keyboard backlighting: NoFlawless styleFingerprint
scanner Expensive You just need to look at Microsoft’s Surface devices to know that they’re kind of killing it when it comes to
design, and the Microsoft Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint ID takes things to a whole new level
If you’re running Windows 10, and you’re into the Surface aesthetic, this is easily one of the best keyboards out there
Not only does it feel great, but it also features biometric security, by including a discrete fingerprint scanner right next to the
It is an expensive device, but as with everything Microsoft, you can be sure you’re getting what you’re paying for.Read the full review:
Microsoft Modern Keyboard with Fingerprint ID 8
Leopold Fc660cHas just enough keys to be useful Interface: Wired | Switches: Topre electrostatic capacitive (45 grams)Compact, but with
arrow keysSatisfying typing feelHeavier than HHKB2Leopold's Fc660c is more portable than the Realforce 87u, but less so than the lighter and
However, the Fc660c benefits from its extra heft and feels like the more solid board
Despite having the same 45 gram actuation force as the HHKB2, the Leopold's keys feel slightly weightier - somewhere nearer to 50 grams
It results one of the most satisfying "thock" sounds on a Topre board.This product is only available in the US at the time of this writing
UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the HyperX Alloy Elite 9
Unicomp Classic 104The ultimate keyboard for typing nostalgia Interface: Wired | Switches: Buckling springSnappy buckling spring switchRetro
designCan lead to tired fingersBig and bulkyRemember those old IBM Model M keyboards? Well, that’s what the Unicomp Classic 104 seeks to
Available in both USB and PS/2 versions, it uses a buckling spring switch that takes more effort to press than just about every other modern
You’re rewarded for this hard pressing with a tactile response that feels like the classic mechanical keyboards of old, along with a noise
that will drive everyone around you mad. 10
Das Keyboard Prime 13Mixing minimalistic style with premium quality Interface: Wired | Keyboard backlighting: White | Switch type: Cherry MX
Red or Brown switchesCherry MX switchesSolid, minimalistic designPriceyNo volume rockerSome keyboards just ooze class, and the Das Keyboard
Its features a solid aluminum top panel for added rigidity and a very minimalistic look
With Cherry's MX Red or Brown switches under the keycaps, you're given a choice between linear and non-linear offerings with a range of
actuation points.It's a great option for media enthusiasts thanks to side lit media control and the inclusion of white backlighting is
It's not the most affordable keyboard on our list, but if you're looking for something a little bit more premium, Das is the way to go.11
Logitech K780A great option for mobile device owners Interface: Wired | Keyboard backlighting: NoPairs to three devicesCradle holds
smartphones and tabletsAA, rather than rechargeable batteryWith its latest keyboard, Logitech is targeting smartphone and tablet owners who
prefer to use their device while sat at a desk
And, if you were a fan of the predecessor, the K380, the Logitech K780 should be right up your alley, especially with its added number pad
This keyboard still has the ability to pair with three devices using Bluetooth or wireless, so you can swap between all your gadgets on the
And, thanks to its comfortable rounded keycaps, it’s still a pleasure to type on
The keyboard’s base is the star of the show, however, as it can hold mobile devices up to 11.3mm thick in an upright position
This places them within arms’ reach to make anything from replying to WhatsApp messages or reading a digital magazine easier than
ever. How to determine the best keyboard for you It goes without saying that if you demand the look and feel only mechanical switches
can provide, rather than those that are slim and stealthy, we suggest perusing our best gaming keyboards round-up instead.Gamers prioritize
the actuation that clicky feeling mechanical keyboards bring, whereas traditional home and office users are more about practicality
That said, the sheer magnitude of sound produced by a lot of mechanical keyboards is offputting to some
For those folks, we have some membrane keyboards to recommend as well.Bill Thomas and Gabe Carey have also contributed to this
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