Key takeaways
- Best overall: Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard ($99 – $119).
- Best value: Logitech Wave Keys Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard ($49 – $69).
- Choose the layout first: full size, tenkeyless or compact, depending on whether you need a number pad.
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Not sure which keyboards to buy in the US? This list keeps it short: our top pick, the best-value option, the premium choice and the models we would avoid, all with typical prices.
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Quick answer
- Best overall: Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard ($99 – $119)
- Best value: Logitech Wave Keys Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard ($49 – $69)
- Premium pick: Keychron Q1 Max ($200 – $230)
Keyboards compared
| Product | Verdict | Score | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard | Buy | 8.9/10 | $99 – $119 |
| Keychron Q1 Max | Buy | 8.6/10 | $200 – $230 |
| Keychron K2 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard | Buy | 8.5/10 | $99 – $129 |
| Logitech Wave Keys Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard | Buy | 8.2/10 | $49 – $69 |
| Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad | Consider | 7.3/10 | $179 – $199 |
Our picks in detail
Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard
Office work · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.9/10 · Typical price: $99 – $119
Why we like it: Quiet, precise keys that switch between three devices.
Pros: Comfortable, quiet scissor keys · Pairs with up to three devices · Smart backlighting · Works with Mac and Windows
Cons: Backlight drains the battery faster · Full-size layout takes desk space
Buy it if you type all day on Mac or Windows and want a quiet, comfortable keyboard that switches between computers.
Skip it if you love the click and feel of mechanical switches.
Keychron Q1 Max
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.6/10 · Typical price: $200 – $230
Keychron Q1 Max is one of the keyboards we would buy in the US. It scores 8.6/10 in our ratings and usually sells for $200 – $230.
Keychron K2 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Mechanical keyboard fans · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.5/10 · Typical price: $99 – $129
Why we like it: Compact 75% layout with hot-swap switches.
Pros: Satisfying mechanical feel · Hot-swappable switches · Mac and Windows keycaps included · Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and wired
Cons: Tall without a wrist rest · Heavier than slim keyboards
Buy it if you want the feel of a mechanical keyboard in a compact layout that works well with a Mac.
Skip it if you work in shared offices where clacky keys bother people.
Logitech Wave Keys Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard
Wrist comfort on a budget · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.2/10 · Typical price: $49 – $69
Why we like it: Gentle wave shape with built-in palm rest.
Pros: Wave layout eases wrist strain · Cushioned palm rest · Runs for years on AAA batteries · Affordable
Cons: No backlight · Large footprint
Buy it if you want a more comfortable typing posture without learning a fully split keyboard.
Skip it if you want a backlit keyboard or a very compact one.
Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad
Desktop Mac owners · Verdict: Consider · Score: 7.3/10 · Typical price: $179 – $199
Why we like it: Touch ID on an external keyboard.
Pros: Touch ID for Macs with Apple silicon · Slim and quiet · USB-C charging, long battery life
Cons: Expensive · Very flat typing angle · No backlight
Buy it if you use a Mac with Apple silicon and want Touch ID at your desk for logins and Apple Pay.
Skip it if you use Windows or care about value; Touch ID doesn't work on PCs and the price is steep.
What to check before you buy
- Choose the layout first: full size, tenkeyless or compact, depending on whether you need a number pad.
- Mechanical switches feel more precise; low-profile keys are quieter and closer to a laptop.
- Wireless keyboards with multi-device switching are handy if you use a laptop and tablet.
What to skip
Common mistake: Buying a loud clicky mechanical keyboard for a shared office.
When to buy
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November. Good membrane or low-profile keyboards cost little and suit most office work.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best keyboards in the US?
Our top pick is Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard (typically $99 – $119). For the best value, choose Logitech Wave Keys Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard (typically $49 – $69).
What should I check before buying keyboards?
Choose the layout first: full size, tenkeyless or compact, depending on whether you need a number pad. Mechanical switches feel more precise; low-profile keys are quieter and closer to a laptop.
When is the best time to buy keyboards in the US?
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November.
What is the most common mistake when buying keyboards?
Buying a loud clicky mechanical keyboard for a shared office.