You should also check out our list of best computer keyboards and best gaming keyboards if you have more specific needs. Compact (5.7 x 3.5 x 0.5 inches) when folded down, it weighs just 6.3 ounces, yet expands out to close to the size of a standard keyboard while in use. The iClever Foldable is compatible with most Bluetooth devices, including the majority of smartphones, tablets, and computers. Battery life is impressive, at up to ninety hours of continuous use, and the keyboard fully charges in two hours via the included micro-USB cable. There’s a useful pouch to store and protect everything in transit, and it stays stable on any hard surface, even while typing quickly. Well-priced and reliable, it’s the ideal wireless travel keyboard. Before you start using this model, make sure you familiarize yourself with how to install a wireless keyboard. Designed specifically with gamers in mind, the Logitech G613 does a good job of changing all that. The 1ms response time with the bundled Lightspeed USB dongle is about as good as it gets with wireless keyboards, and Bluetooth is also included for connecting to mobile and other devices. There’s a number pad on the right-hand side, while six standalone buttons can be programmed with macros of your choice. Mechanical key switches ensure precise, consistent keystrokes, and a pair of AA batteries lasts up to 18 months. Weighing just over three pounds, this is a solid, sturdy keyboard that can handle even the most intense gaming sessions with ease. This quiet, slimline keyboard works with Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, Linux, and Android-powered devices with a USB-A port, including smart televisions. Just plug in the small USB receiver, and you’re good to go from up to 33 feet away. There’s a three-inch touchpad for easy cursor control, with both left and right mouse buttons, and two-finger scrolling. The keyboard gets up to 18 months of battery life (based on two hours of typing per day) from the two AA batteries. Quick-access volume control buttons are included above the touchpad, with other standard media management options on the top row of keys. Bluetooth connectivity ensures broad support for computers, phones, and tablets, and you’ll get up to six months of battery life with that fancy backlighting turned off. When it does eventually run out of juice, charging is handled via a standard micro-USB port. The HB030B is compact and lightweight, measuring 9.7 x 0.2 x 5.9 inches, and weighing under six ounces. Media control keys are included in the top row of buttons. If you’re sick of typing on a touchscreen and want a small, inexpensive wireless keyboard to drop in your bag or stick in a drawer, this is the one to go for. There aren’t many good wireless versions around, but the Filco Majestouch Convertible 2 is one of the few that ticks all the right boxes. At 2.7 pounds, this sturdy keyboard is designed to take a beating. You’ll get months of use out of a pair of AA batteries. The Cherry MX key switches are some of the best in the business, and this keyboard is available with blue, brown, or black switches—each has different physical characteristics. The keyboard can be connected via the included USB cable or paired via Bluetooth with up to four devices, but there’s no backlighting, media keys, or other fancy features. The focus is purely on the typing experience, and at that, the Convertible 2 excels. The keyboard’s wave-like design and integrated wrist rest force your hands into a more natural position, helping reduce strain on those tiny muscles. Fold-out legs on the back also let you adjust the height and angle. Using Logitech’s standard Unifying Receiver that also works with the company’s other input devices, the K350 is designed for use with Windows-based computers. The pair of AAA batteries lasts up to three years in a standard office environment, but with a full set of media keys at the top, plus zoom and other specific buttons elsewhere on the keyboard, it’s equally useful at home.
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Ajay Kumar is Tech Editor at Lifewire. With seven years of experience in the industry, he’s reviewed hundred of products, including laptops, tablets, smartphones, keyboards, mice, and other accessories. He personally owns the iClever Foldable and uses it to work on his fantasy manuscript while he’s on the go. Alice Newcome-Beill is Associate Commerce Editor at Lifewire. Previously published on PC Mag and PC Gamer, Alice is a hardcore gamer who’s very familiar with gaming hardware and accessories. She’s used just about every Razer and Logitech keyboard there is and likes the Logitech G613 for its compatibility with her media center.
What to Look for When Buying Wireless Keyboards
Durability/Portability - Wireless keyboards can have a number of different form factors and switch types. The cheaper, lighter ones tend to be made out of plastic and use rubber dome switches. These are fairly quiet, but they’re also not very durable or precise. Mechanical keyboard have mechanical switches (usually Cherry, but there are other types), giving them a more audible sound and requiring a greater actuation force. Build material can include lightweight aluminum or heavier CNC machined aluminum. Battery Life - Battery life for wireless keyboard is usually through AA or AAA batteries. The battery-powered keyboards can last anywhere from several months to several years depending on their efficiency. Wireless Bluetooth keyboards are usually rechargeable. They typically can last a work day or a week, but tend to consume more power than keyboards that use a wireless receiver. Extra Features - Wireless keyboards can vary in features. Higher-end types will have backlighting and macros keys, making them useful for media centers. Certain Logitech models come with a universal receiver, making them compatible with numerous devices and operating systems as long as the receiver is plugged in.
