Logitech MX Keys Long Term Review - What Do I Think After One Year of Daily Use?

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I've been using the Logitech MX Keys for over 12 months now and it's one of the best keyboards I've ever used.
The keys are square with a round, concave indent on top. The surface is somewhat tacky and helps to keep your fingers perfectly aligned to the correct keys. After typing on this for one year, I can confidently say that I've never typed as quickly and accurately as I do with this keyboard.
My only complaints about the physical keyboard is an oversized escape key which pushes the function keys to the right. This caused some problems with my muscle memory problems as I frequently missed my expected key. I also missed having two FN keys at the bottom of the device. The MX only has one on the right, which again interrupted some existing muscle memory for shortcuts involving this button.
Connectivity is easy either directly with bluetooth or via the included USB dongle. Connecting is simple and quick, and I only experienced a few connection hiccups, mostly when using the keyboard for gaming. The MX Keys can also connect to 3 devices at once and switch between them quickly using dedicated buttons on the right side of the keyboard. This is my favorite feature of the keyboard and is perfect for a situation where you want to use the keyboard with multiple devices.
Charging is managed via a USB-C port on the back of the device. Charging is very fast which is great for getting a quick bit of juice. From a full charge, the MX Keys will last about 10 days with the backlighting enabled and 5 months without it. I've found this to hold true in real life as I've used the backlight all the time and charge it approximately once every other week. The backlight also has a cool feature that enables it to turn on with motion, as your hand approaches, rather than just with a key press.
At $99 USD, this is a premium keyboard with great features. If you're looking for a productivity keyboard for your setup and particularly if you want it to be used across multiple devices, the MX Keys is a great option.
Logitech MX Keys
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Logitech MX Keys Mini
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Contents
0:00 Introduction
0:17 Background
1:33 Form Factor
2:35 Key Layout
6:58 Typing Experience
9:43 Connectivity
10:41 Battery Life
12:30 Backlight
13:56 Connectivity Issues
15:15 Multi-Device
18:23 Conclusions
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@aidenlee2146 2 жыл бұрын

how often do you have conectivity issues?

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, they’ve since been resolved. It was an issue with the motherboard in my pc. I updated the bios and the connectivity issues disappeared.

@vidwatcher682 2 жыл бұрын

I've had this keyboard for about 6 months. I use it regularly with Windows 10, 11, and Ipad. Have also used it on my Galaxy S20. I've never had a connectivity issue. It works really well.

@shawndasilva 2 жыл бұрын

I had some problems, then I updated the firmware on my keyboard and I never had a problem again.

@MrA6060 2 жыл бұрын

i know this is late. i actually had many troubles with connectivity, sometimes at random it would just "lag being" like i type a word and it comes after a while, it is very annoying when you're typing. but i found out the issue and it was the dongle that wasn't receiving properly so when i moved the dongle it was solved.

@furqankhan3930 2 жыл бұрын

@@CameronDoughertyTech this will be good for video editing???

@timdenis6788 2 жыл бұрын

hooray for reviews from users who have been using a product for an extended time! Good review, thx!

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed.

@MRAI503 2 жыл бұрын

True 🤗👌🔥👌

@williamgray1236 Жыл бұрын

What a fricken great review

@emilysilvester 2 жыл бұрын

Very thorough review. It makes a huge difference getting a review from someone who has actually been using the product for a while. Thank you!

@VishalNaik-ux2sk 2 жыл бұрын

Love how honest and thorough your review is! Thanks a lot for taking the time to share your experience!!!

@clebsgaming92 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, specially your feel for the typing experience. That's something that most reviews don't talk about.

@michaelschmidt8555 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Clear, precise, and informative. Thank you.

@adequatequality 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice review, you touched on all the points I was looking for. I also have to work from home and was looking for the ideal productivity keyboard. Cheers!

@terrilikens4975 2 жыл бұрын

Keep up your videos. Your review is conversational sincere and helpful. This is my first and I'll be looking for more.

@verniguu6070 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the detailed review, very helpful. Keep up the good work!

@JLALALALA 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the follow up. I’m your 500th sub. I bought the MX Keys a month ago and have 3 devices connected. My work windows laptop, my personal Mac laptop and my personal gaming windows desktop. The ability to seamlessly switch between all 3 blows me away. I also use a Logitech anywhere mouse and would love if Logitech could come up with away for their hardware to be paired so that one press of the MX 1,2, or 3 button will also cause the mouse to switch.. I like the keyboard, I think the material is solid, good quality. I don’t like how low it is so I added a device I bought for my earlier Das Keyboard for Mac to raise it. I only have one small quibble. I wish it had a sound dial. I like dials a lot.

@ju1cycrackfa1ry 2 жыл бұрын

OMG I completely agree with you on the esc key size and the F key layouts. I use the F keys a lot for work and I prefer they are spaced out in the regular groups of 4 like on every OEM keyboard. Only a couple of wireless keebs come like that

@helloworld9941 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, I hope your channel grows!

@roBLINDhood 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! You’re really good at this! I’m very excited about this keyboard.

@cany.5668 5 ай бұрын

I actually don't have a habit of liking videos as it was my way to make a watch later list. However I'm breaking this rule for this video as your video is the most informative on this keyboard I've ever came across to. Absolutely glad I came across your video. Many points raised which were never mentioned in others, and I was browsing for the last few days for reviews of this product. I believe I'll still be buying as my use case doesn't have the same problems you've encountered, but I'm still pleased I won't be totally unaware of some things that would've surprised me.

@GEE-SHOCK Жыл бұрын

Really neat and great video. I just want to hear a long term users experience and you’ve done a great job!!🎉🎉🎉 thank you. Good voice too 😊😊

@remibeaulieu4424 2 жыл бұрын

The touch on the mx keys is awesome. Multi-device is awesome, I use it with a m720 mouse, its perfect. I use it in the dark a lot, and I wish the backlight was configurable to be always on, at least when the charge usb is plugged in. the lack of spacing between f4 and f5, and then f8 and f9 is bugging me. (I wish the f-keys were grouped by 4, like a standard keyboard.) but the key feeling and travel offset all the cons for productivity. If you plan to game on this, use the dongle and you wont have any problems. My 2 cents.

@khethozama 2 жыл бұрын

I currently use this keyboard with the MX Master 3 mouse and my workflow has greatly improved. I am beyond impressed with it. In addition, you mentioned that you have issues with the backlighting... The sensors built in it are ambient ones therefore they detect whether there is sufficient light in the room or not. Hence the backlight may not turn on at times

@manuoz3545 Жыл бұрын

my god, what a detailed level of video on a keyboard ? mate, you have a lot of talent bru....u would have spent a lot of time editing it. hats off. I liked it just for ur effort.

@kevincozby Жыл бұрын

Nice review, Cameron! Keep up the good work!

@jeanpharel6982 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. I should be grabbing this later today.

@donbocia1557 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thorough review!

@EggTamago7 Жыл бұрын

I've been using the same keyboard since about late 2020. As you said, the multi-device switching is just amaaaaaazing. My desk setup at this point includes 3 computers connected to two monitors - MacBook Pro, gaming PC, work laptop, and having one keyboard that can switch between the three that quickly is something I've come to rely on. But, I've been having that same backlight glitching issue for about a year now. I wish I could say it doesn't bother me, but I spend like most of the day at my desk, usually in moderate lighting, and having a random light show being put on by the keyboard when I'm not even using it is super annoying. I can even see it lighting up the room at night every 10 seconds from my bedroom. It's annoying enough that I'm looking for a replacement. I've looked all over, and it looks like the only manufacturers that do device switching at this level are Logitech and Razer. So, I may well end up giving the MX Mechanical TKL version a try, but I'm worried that it'll exhibit the same backlight bugs :/

@markh4751 11 ай бұрын

Yes but it doesnt support RF with now drivers -- which some work PCs need

@natefromhome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review Cameron!

@miguelbarao7878 2 жыл бұрын

Relaxing review, great job!

@gyorgyszabo3607 2 жыл бұрын

Very good review! Thank you!

@kyledross 2 жыл бұрын

The backlight on and off issue is fixed via a firmware update on the Logitech site. You have to dig around a bit, but it's there. I had the same issue, and the firmware update fixed it. Great review.

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

That is the best news and I will be immediately finding that update. Haha. Thanks!!

@MrGreenvision 2 жыл бұрын

Great review! You answer all my questions and will defininatly be picking one up this weekend. New subscriber!

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear and glad you enjoyed! If you wind up using Amazon for your purchase, I’ve got an affiliate link in the video description. No additional cost to you but I get a small commission and all of those commissions are feeding back into making more videos like this. Thanks for watching!

@soul4813 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review man

@AbhishekVerma-jw3jg 2 жыл бұрын

Great in-depth review.. Thank you

@santanu5 2 жыл бұрын

loved it. Hope your channel grows more.

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

@dannyjmt Жыл бұрын

Great review! I was concerned at first about the offsetting of the F keys, but then I looked at my current keyboard several others, and it seems like it's very common for the F keys to be offset. Whereas other keyboards leave a gap between the F keys and the Escape key, the MX keys just filles in the gap.

@bishopdredd5349 Жыл бұрын

I've put small black dot circle stickers above F1/F5/F9.

@Eltanin Жыл бұрын

I had the same connectivity issues when I first got mine and I was testing it for gaming purposes. I had the exact same problems as you where if I held a button for a long enough time, the keyboard would disconnect but the input was still being treated as being held down in the game so the character would keep moving in that direction. All that disappeared when I stopped connecting to my PC via Bluetooth and connected to it via the unifying receiver. Haven't had any problems with it since then and it has been working splendidly

@marinajordan8939 2 жыл бұрын

Super helpful review, thanks. I was wondering if the function key placement would throw me off after seeing the layout, so I'm glad I found your video before purchasing.

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

If that's the only thing that threw you off, you could consider the MX Keys Mini. I just noticed the other day that it has the function key on the left where I'm used to it. They also fixed my escape key gripe. The only real loss seems to be the removal of the number pad. I've got one in the mail that will be my wife's new daily so I should have a video on it in the coming weeks. Thanks for watching and very glad that you found it helpful!

@pguti778 2 жыл бұрын

So honest review!! Thank you!!

@CrunchyTire 2 жыл бұрын

I used it for a while but switched to the K780. The leds on the MX keys were unreliable and triggered randomly even in a fully lit or dark room, away from my hands and the light from the monitor. I like the K780 better. It types great and has a nice shelf for your phone or whatever else.

@jonxue7140 2 жыл бұрын

Great video; I also spend most of my day in Excel so I wish I'd watched this before purchasing because the oversized escape key thing bugs the crap out of me as well! I put raised stickers over my F2 and F4 keys to help me feel for them-still not ideal but better than accidentally hitting F1.

@sheezy2526 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I can't believe why anyone can't make a good enough scissor switch keyboard. Either keys are too close or disproportionate and you hit keys accidentally. Only thing that came close to me is Dell KM717 and the old magic keyboard from 2009.

@5astelija75 Жыл бұрын

You can disable F1 altogether with Logitech Options.

@ZachAJ77 11 ай бұрын

This is honestly a great review. Very authentic!

@CameronDoughertyTech 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@johnnicholson4862 7 ай бұрын

Excellent review. Thanks very much.

@shawndasilva 2 жыл бұрын

I have been using the Logitech craft (same as mx keys) for 3 years and I LOVE IT. I don’t think the craft is worth the extra money, but the mx keys weren’t a thing yet when I got my craft keyboard, I used the crown to scrub through a video edit timeline or to play / player music.

@babyboo3236 Жыл бұрын

Great review! I’m a bit late to the party but I think it is still one of the best keyboards out there. I’m so glad I decided to buy one.

@ThomasAT86 Жыл бұрын

Thorough review, thank you.

@Laurie_Tinsley 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same keyboard and I absolutely love it. The dongle it comes with can actually pair up with 5 other devises, like a Logitech mouse that uses the same unifying usb dongle. If you get a Logitech mouse that has the "flow" option and you are able to download the software on both computers you don't even have to click buttons to go from one computer to the other. Unfortunately the company I work for doesn't allow us to download software onto our work computer. It is so much nicer than a KVM switch to be honest, no messy cords or the KVM box in the way. I am very happy with my MX Keys keyboard and my Logitech M720 mouse, they pair up perfectly and the mouse has the flow option or you can use the change computer switch key on the side of the mouse. Well worth the money!

@jeromerusselldemusicologist Жыл бұрын

Great review... I just got the Logitech MX Master 3 Mouse for a $100 a few days ago. I enroute to getting the MX Keys shortly... Great review

@christopherlarimore2414 2 жыл бұрын

I got it in a bundle with the MX master 3 I’m loving this cause I got it paired to my PC Mac & iPad its amazing thanks for the video

@okkydwi23 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review, Cameron! Greeting from Indonesia

@niemanickurwa 2 жыл бұрын

I've had mine around a year as well. My only real complaint is I've had some issues Logitech Options, but this has mainly effected the accompanying mouse (MX Master 3). Using them together as you can move from one computer to another (copying links for example) which is very nice, but occassionally it doesn't work well. Generally though, it's a really nice keyboard.

@VonArmin 2 жыл бұрын

On a full-size keyboard F1 is actually supposed to sit above the 2 key, Logi just made the esc key bigger. whether that's positove or negative is another thing but, the F keys are in the correct positions on the logitech mx keys for sure.

@nvn__ 3 ай бұрын

Great work Cameron. Especially how you explained the detail about the dongle that no one mentions. I do though still have complications to connect to my pc. I can't use the keyboard even if it's showing clear sign that it's connected. Could you please elaborate little bit more how to use the dongle and bluetooth. Maybe I am mistaking in some step. Thanks 🙏

@chloe_the_cat2831 2 жыл бұрын

I've had this keyboard for about a year I think, it's a pleasure to type on. The only issue I have is the one you mentioned with the F keys. I have to pause and check which key I'm pressing, or just guess. It doesn't help that the F numbers are written with smaller print than the alternate function of the key (which is printed on the center, as if it's the main function) and I usually can't read it as fast as I type, because the eye goes to the larger print and not the tiny one in the corner. Some spacing between them instead of a larger escape key would have helped identify them fast. Unfortunately at the moment the "U' key barely works, courtesy of a bouncing kitty. :P Hope I can fix it cause I love this keyboard.

@ReinOwader 6 ай бұрын

Very good and thorough review. This gaming issue concerns me little bit, because I occasionally play some racing games on keyboard which needs some keys pressed down for long times. But I ordered it nevertheless because I already have Logitech MX Master 3S mouse and I want keyboard to be connected with the same dongle.

@luisdotto7944 2 жыл бұрын

great review! keep going

@barrycole5930 Жыл бұрын

I had same issue re F2 and F4 within excel, so because i was hitting F1 and F3 all the time anyways, i just remapped them in the software. Swapped F1 and F2, and same with F3 and F4, but only within excel as you can map within specific programs. Nice review, i bought mine a few months back, and the 3s mouse is awesome as an addition.

@Antti5 Жыл бұрын

I found that it helped a great deal to just mark the function keys. I have two thin slits of white tape, one taped over F1 to F4 and the other taped over F9 to F12. This gives me the visual cue for groups of 4 keys, and I always hit the right function keys without needing to pay any attention to it.

@lamaface 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review! I just got an MX Master 3 and I'm incredibly impressed with the Flow experience that allows me to seamlessly switch between my Surface and my PC. So I've been checking out reviews of the MX Keys, because it has the same function and I want it so, so much (I do most of my actual writing on the Surface with the pen, but I've been considering getting a type cover because I don't like to use the handwriting or the onscreen keyboard for other things, like web pages or chatting etc). My main concern is that I've been using the same keyboard for going on ten years now and it's going to be a hell of an adjustment - the current keyboard is a Microsoft Curve 3000, so switching to a plain straight keyboard will be a hassle. I've noticed some people mention that it's a bit flat for comfort, have you got any thoughts about that?

@dhammarosi 2 жыл бұрын

I have one and I actually got the palm rest and mount the keyboard on it to get extra height. Because yes, a bit flat for my taste and no adjustable feet to raise it

@nefitru 2 жыл бұрын

This keyboard is amazing, I used it for a year before switching to mechanical keyboards. I kinda want to get one again, I miss having a quiet keyboard for when I'm in meetings and don't want to be loud.

@JimIBobIJones 2 жыл бұрын

Its not a binary choice. Cherry and Kalih both do excellent "silent" switches which have rubber "feet" built into the slides, significantly reducing the sound. You can make these even quieter by adding plate and case foam/other noise dampening material. If you want ultimate silence, pick a keyboard with a non-metal plate (polycarb or FR4) + plastic case and use it with a desk mat.

@thenonexistinghero 2 жыл бұрын

@@JimIBobIJones Mechanical keyboards will still be louder even the sound reducing stuff. I suppose the Logitech G915 linear is pretty quiet compared to most mechanical keyboards. It's only slightly louder than the cheap and crappy membrane keyboard I used before that. That being said, I'm also somewhat of a soft typist by nature. Even on the same keyboards my typing sounds tend to be a lot softer than others using the same one.

@JimIBobIJones 2 жыл бұрын

@@thenonexistinghero try the switches that have rubber components in the stem slides themselves. They mute pretty much all of the actuation sounds from the switch itself and with o-rings and/or foam, you can do the same for the keycaps bottoming out sounds as well. Paired with a plastic plate, that would silence it. You can definitely get it to the same level as a "chicklet style" scissor or butterfly switch keyboard if you want to.

@thenonexistinghero 2 жыл бұрын

@@JimIBobIJones This keyboard cannot use other switches. Besides that, I'm more than fine with the low amount of sound this keyboard produces. And all those sound-reducing things also significantly affect the feel of a keyboard, which will be a leap backwards since it's perfect right now. It's pointless to go mechanical if you're going to make it feel halfway like a membrane keyboard. Also the G915 with linear switches I'm using is one of the quietest mechanical keyboards available on the market. It's impossible to get a mechanical keyboard that makes significantly less sound without compromising significantly on the feel.

@JimIBobIJones 2 жыл бұрын

@@thenonexistinghero that wasn't the point of my comment though. OP said they switched back from a mechanical keyboard at work because they are too loud for meetings. My point is that you can have a silent mechanical keyboard if you want to.

@jhors7777 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this helpful video

@Spazeranger 2 жыл бұрын

The shifted f-keys and the positioning of the fn-keys are a dealbreaker to me, will not work when working in excel all the time across three different keyboards (office, laptop, at home) - thank you for the review!

@AnishMahapatra01 Жыл бұрын

Great review!

@ap1us Жыл бұрын

Excellent review! I’ve been using this for over a year. I’m in the programming and analyst business. Only thing I hate is the F1-12 layout and actually the lock buttons. Been touch typing since 486!😂 the funny functions they give is just not for professionals 🤣 I need a power button and wake my pc from sleep or hibernation even during Bluetooth connectivity. This would be the greatest feature for me if it exists.

@bishopdredd5349 Жыл бұрын

Don't think the bluetooth stack is running on the PC when in sleep mode.

@dashnaso Жыл бұрын

Great review 👏

@Asthbendriel Жыл бұрын

How is battery holding up after the year of use so far? Specially considering you charge it quite often. I like this keyboard and I'm considering on getting one for myself, but the fact it's a closed battery and it's quite a hassle to replace it makes me consider it. I am a developer, sometimes because of time zone differences I have to work late with my clients and my wife goes to sleep quite early, so the backlight is something I'm planning to use quite often, should battery last long enough over time.

@davidtguitar Жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you

@jdillon8360 Жыл бұрын

I've had this keyboard for 3 months. I love it. I find it extremely comfortable.

@davidowle3772 2 жыл бұрын

Love this keyboard... My main complaint is that the LED on the 3 device switch keys don't stay lit. There's no immediate feedback to know at a glance which device you're on. I use flow to go between a mac and PC on device 1. The other 2 device buttons are linked to an iPad and a phone. Yes, I use them all frequently in my work day. I bought the MX hoping to use one keyboard alone... The number of times I type into the wrong device has me thinking I'll need an MX mini for the secondary devices. Also, having the device switch for the MX master mouse is just dumb. It is otherwise also an amazing productivity device. Both still worth every penny.

@RussellCatchpole Жыл бұрын

Good review! I have been using an MX Keys for 2 months with a Windows laptop, a Mac Mini and occasionally a MacBook. Basically I love it, but.. As you noted, the F key placements are a pain! I use all the F keys in my work & found it difficult to adapt. I often record music in the evening with low lighting. I find the backlight annoying in that it switches off only 5 seconds after you move your hands away and there is no way to adjust this. The keys are dark grey and the symbols are light grey when unlit, so almost impossible to see in a dimly lit room. Final gripe is that there are no pop out feet to angle the keyboard so I found I was getting RSI with it flat. I built my own custom riser that it now sits on to give it a better angle for me (I use a gel wrist support strip too which made the lower keyboard even more uncomfortable). Oh, final final grip - there is mo num-lock light 😱 Connectivity and battery life have been excellent.

@jhors7777 Жыл бұрын

Helpful video, thank you!

@theresamclaird1572 2 жыл бұрын

I've had mine for over a year now, and I tend to use it exclusively for work; especially during Zoom meetings because of how quiet it is. For personal use, I prefer a mechanical keyboard (G915). I charge mine weekly and I have never been limited by power. I like the backlight.

@davidrlifts 2 жыл бұрын

Why do you prefer a mechanical keyboard overall?

@ogotuwaobuto5366 2 жыл бұрын

I received mine a couple of days ago. I love it.

@grantmx4742 Жыл бұрын

I love this keyboard. I have had no problems with the lighting, when I get close, it turns on, so nice. One thing I do not like is the lighting under the keys you can see allot unless your head is almost right above the keyboard. My chair is a little low so sitting in a normal chair might fix this light bleeding. Everything on all keys is back lite which is so nice. They could have put a foam or flexible shield under the keys just on the front side of the keys and this would block the light. If they did this the keyboard is absolutely perfect. I also have the MX master 3S which I think out performs my high-end Logitech gaming mice and fits the hand perfectly. The keyboard also works flawlessly for gaming, I think it is as fast or faster than my Logitech high end gaming keyboards. I didn't get the palm rest and was worried about that, but this keyboard is so low profile there is no need for a palm rest at least for me. Being so low and tilted just perfect it's a dream to type on. I have never typed so fast as on this keyboard and less mistakes too! I can hear a tiny tactile click when pushing the space bar only and wish they could silence that, it does work perfectly. All other keys are silent. I love the new features of this keyboard and what it can do is amazing. Have a nice day and thanks for the great video. Grant

@melphillips1608 Жыл бұрын

Got my keys for mac. Amazing!! I only got a new one after a year (of keyboard Ive had for 3 yrs) was bc I was missing 2 keys . One the key cap and the second the rubber I had taped up!! Love the mix keys!!

@maryc6173 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for a very clear video. I have the full size MX Keys keyboard and love the feel. I have the same issue as you when the backlighting doesn’t always work correctly, but it’s not a problem, as you say. Because of my poor eyesight, I would love to have the backlighting on the entire time I have the power on. Is there a way? I use my keyboard on my All-In-One HP and leave the keyboard attached to the charging cable the entire time. I’ve had it for one year. Is this an issue? Lastly, I’ve searched and haven’t found any information of what each of the keys on the keyboard are for. Most I’m familiar with but would love to know what the others are for. Any ideas?

@CrispyTuckley Жыл бұрын

Strange, I have used many different keyboards (all for Windows) and I don't know as I have ever had 2 function buttons. I just never thought about it. Thanks for the review!

@omarsheriffkaptan Жыл бұрын

Excellent review. New subscriber here.

@CameronDoughertyTech Жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome!

@mazen.alomar 7 ай бұрын

Greate review ❤👍🏻👍🏻

@patrickgibson1611 9 ай бұрын

I have this keyboard tied to my Laptop Mac and my Laptop PC. I had to purchase a KVM monitor switcher so that I could use both laptops on the dual screens I have. Because I use the dongle when I switch between the Mac and the PC my keyboard and mouse switch to that particular laptop I select. The only issue (And this is really if you use it for the setup I have) is that the functions of the keyboard are different because I am using the keyboard for two different operating systems. I spoke to Logitech, who said this can be resolved using the Logi options+ program on my PC. We will see how that works out. The only connection issue I have is when wake up my computers in the morning, sometimes I have to turn the mouse off and back on to get the scroll to start working again. I have a pretty technical setup, so I just need to find out why this occurs. Other than that I love the keyboard and no big issues so far.

@eanternet 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for the review!

@CameronDoughertyTech 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

@AndrewDBrown2020 2 жыл бұрын

Hi - really nice review - thank you. For me though as a software developer (I also write a little VBA/Excel), this keyboard is not ideal. I've been using one now for the past few months and few things really bug me. Firstly, I hardly ever switch between my PC and my other devices, so those three keys are hardly ever used + I end up pressing them when I am using the Insert/Home/Page up keys, so suddenly the keyboard stops working (if I could assign them myself like my StreamDeck - that would be fab). Also, I use the numeric keypad a lot and I find I press the lock button at least once a day - when I actually want the hyphen. Finally, and my biggest irritation - the lack of spacing between the function keys (because of the three device keys). I'm used to keyboards with a space after each four function keys and I use F8 / F5 to skip through my code, which are not easy to see, so I've ended up using stickers to guide me. I do like the keyboard action - but - I'm already on the look out for a better/programmers keyboard - this is definitely not it. Anyhow....moan over....nice video.

@Krogdalo 2 жыл бұрын

Check out Keychrons line up. Maybe one of their boards may suit you!

@jcap8391 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a programmer never run across any of the problems you mentioned. Alot of devs I know use this keyboard also without any complaints. It's all personal choice there is no right keyboard for devs or programmers

@nickt2159 Жыл бұрын

Nice job 😀

@KarlaKoebernick Жыл бұрын

If people are looking to switch computers, Logi Options + offers a smoother switching experience. The MX Master 3 will mouse from one to the next and compatible keyboards such as this one will mostly type on the computer the mouse is active on. It's pretty great

@greatpix 2 жыл бұрын

I've also owned this keyboard, the Mac version, and I like Logitech keyboards, I own 4 different ones. As far as the auto on feature for backlighting I think the Logitech 810 does the best job of sensing when your hand is near and it has a much better run time on its battery. There is no dedicated number pad though. The MX Keyboard's battery needs to be recharged about once a week. The auto on sensor for backlighting can be annoying, coming on when something accidentally gets too near. Also, it sometimes takes a few seconds to connect to the dongle on the computer so you need to make sure it's connected before typing anything or you'll lose characters. My biggest gripe about almost all keyboards is, with the number keys on the right side of the unit, your hand placement is off center. You especially feel this when using the keyboard on your lap where the left side of the board feels like it's going to slip off your leg. If the function keys were moved to the left side of the keyboard it would place your hands in a better position. Plus I find it much easier to reach function keys when they're placed to the left. The problem is I have yet to find such a wireless keyboard, especially with auto on backlit keys. I agree about the oversize escape key pushing the function keys over by this odd amount. As far as using the dongle, don't plug it in near a USB 3 socket with anything plugged into it. Interference from it makes using the dongle a real pain. The only solution is to get a USB extension cable and move the dongle closer to the keyboard, as I'm doing right now. Bluetooth can be a problem on Windows and one possible solution is to go into Devices and under one of the Bluetooth properties turn off Let device turn off power (or something to that effect) and uncheck it.

@Antti5 Жыл бұрын

Regarding the dongle: Evidently the new Logitech Bolt receiver is less prone to interference, so you can plug it into a USB 3 connector without issues. They only cost about 15 €.

@greatpix Жыл бұрын

@@Antti5 I meant plugging it in NEXT to a USB 3 socket that's being used by a USB memory stick or anything else has problems because of the interference the other socket is making.

@stefanradu4550 Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@hjb2tube 2 жыл бұрын

I have one. Love almost everything about it and I agree with your observations about things that are not ok. I will put small rubber feet above and between the F4 and F5 and between F8 and F9 keys, with the goal to let my fingers find the right key without need to look at the keyboard. Also, I found out that when lighting is turned off, the lettering becomes dark grey with almost no contrast with the body of the keys and this is annoying for me. Also I wish the user could choose the time the keyboard remains lit, even at the cost of less battery life. It's good that the keyboard can be used while charging and the lights remain lit for a much longer period.

@gmtmastertoo 2 жыл бұрын

just got mine and I'm not used to the F keys all grouped together. what rubber feet did you use?

@GabrielJustus 2 жыл бұрын

About the F keys positioning issue - a workaround would be to remap the F1 key to F2 using powertoys. You could then press either since F1 is basically useless

@aleimiret4192 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate your review. I just bought the Logitech MX S Keyboard. I really like it. It has great functionality and is comfortable to type. The only issue I am having is sometimes when I’m typing a letter decides to go rough and runs thru on the screen - RRRRRRRRRR. Any letter. It doesn’t seem like the key is stuck on the keyboard. I don’t use the bluetooth. I do have the logo bolt connected to the computer. I use the keyboard for work and so I’m not able to download the APP on the company computer. What would you recommend? I would appreciate your advice.

@rolfjohansen5376 Жыл бұрын

This vid should be the baseline good example for all review vids out there !!!!

@TarekElsakka Жыл бұрын

Should I buy this or the Mini version? I already have a Razer Blackwidow Elite keyboard and I don't find myself using the numpad too often although I've never had a KB without one, so I am not sure if I should save myself the cost or just go for the Advanced one? Thanks for this great review btw!

@SecretOfMonkeyIsland784 2 жыл бұрын

The dongle / bluetooth connectivity features are great on this keyboard, as is the battery life, concave keys and typing experience. The negatives are the shared media / function keys (Bad for programmers), the LED lights not always triggering on hand detection and that several key perks require Logitech software install to take advantage off (Not possible on many employers work machines).

@CrunchyTire 2 жыл бұрын

The lights aren't reliable regardless of software. I tried 2 and both had the same issues. Mine would "over" trigger. Anything or nothing trigger them, I could leave it in a dark room, or a fully lit room, stand back and watch the lights randomly come on.

@SecretOfMonkeyIsland784 2 жыл бұрын

@@CrunchyTire I didnt say the light issue was caused by software, thats a hardware feature as it uses a magnetic field proximity sensor. Logitech Flow and programmable buttons however are restricted to software if you want to use them.

@hobbyaddict9908 10 ай бұрын

I used an MX Keys for Mac for about 3 years before it started acting up. A row of keys became unresponsive at times. Sometimes the entire row, other times individual keys. The backlighting failed on the majority of the keyboard at the end. When working good it was great. At the time of purchase it was almost 1/2 the price of an Apple Magic keyboard. FWIW, I replaced the faulty MX Keys with another one. So despite the issues I had I felt the keyboard was still a good one. And yes I do also have the MX Master 3 mouse which has been fantastic other than a PIA when the scroll wheel needs to be deep cleaned.

@Nems271 2 жыл бұрын

I consider myself a power user as I tend to use most of its functionality. I did get it at a discount (75usd new). I find the layout ideal as the shared Function buttons is something most laptops do. I come from using a toshiba laptop with a very similar spacing so this felt very confortable and I have found that I'm able to type much faster and more precise than with a mechanical keyboard or my laptop (cant vouch for it if you come from a standard mechancal keyboard.) I must add that I have it paired with an mx master 3. I have a lot of functions and macros programed in to both. The software, Logi options is highly customizable, but it is buggy AF. It will revert to default settings randomly. It is also a shame than switching between devices is not as nice as it could have been. When not using Flow, you must manually change each one while switching between devices. Pressing the key board is easy, but having to press the button underneath the mouse brakes the flow. They should have made it so you could switch both devices by just using the keyboard. I also wish you could customize more buttons than just the function keys. Also, it doesn't come with a "\" symbol. If you are a programmer it might be a pain in the ass, although you could potentially remap one of the function buttons with a macro that types the asci code. I have had no wireless issues so far. And I sometimes play LOL. Non the less, I feel its a great keyboard. I mostly use it to open and close programs and files I use frequently and do get a high productivity boost. Cant say it is worth it to you, but for my case use, it has been very pleasant and useful.

@CarlMadsen 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is working very well with my Mac Studio, no loss of connectivity at all. I love being able to switch devices, it's so quick and easy. It can bluetooth with or without the dongle, which wasn't clear when I bought it. It has a nice USB-C charging port and the battery seems to last. I like the keyboard lighting. Great keyboard. I mapped a 'sleep' combination in my Mac OS because this keyboard doesn't have the 'eject' button that mac keyboards use to sleep. I'd recommend this keyboard! Thanks for the review.

@clcortelyou Жыл бұрын

Good to hear the connectivity is good. I deal with almost daily disconnects and lags from my MacBook Pro! I wonder if my workspace, with two external monitors and an iPad and iPhone has too much interference for the bluetooth antenna.

@CarlMadsen Жыл бұрын

@@clcortelyou Just distance, straight line, making sure nothing is in the way. I spilled on the Logitech, and now have another Mac branded wireless keyboard. These things are expensive, but they simply work.

@clcortelyou Жыл бұрын

@@CarlMadsen Shortly after my reply to your original comment, I bit the bullet and did a factory reset on my logitech keyboard and killed the bluetooth on my laptop through terminal, forcing a rebuild. The two days or so since then have been blissfully free of lagging and disconnects!

@CarlMadsen Жыл бұрын

@@clcortelyou that's great news

@Tilten Жыл бұрын

I’ve used the MX keyboard for a month, I initially used it (and a Logitech mouse) with the Logitech unifying receiver, but I had to switch to Bluetooth because that the mouse kept freezing (stop moving). Otherwise, I would like the backlight to switch on faster (be more sensitive), but no big issue.

@jirikocman 2 жыл бұрын

Standar keyboards have short ESC key, but space between ESC and F1, so in final MX Keys have typical full size keyboard position of F1 key. Standar keyboard layout even have some spaece between F4 and F5 and between F8 and F9 keys. MX Keys and especially that white logitech keyboard are more compact design and top keys row even accomodate extra key.

@voodoomotion5855 Жыл бұрын

thanks for great review. my k800 is randomly pressing the ['] key and sometimes continuously. i've updated drivers but it hasnt solved the problem so im guessing it a mechanical fault. i really like the rechargeable feature of the k800 so will get the mx keys before typing with my mouse using the onscreen keyboard drives me crazy!

@OmniMili Жыл бұрын

I completely agree with you. F1 button and ESC are so weirdly positioned. Constantly pressing wrong keys. I also use a lot of numerical part so instead of pressing minus i lock my pc... I returned the keyboard after 1 month of use while not being able to get used to it.

@sridharparankusham4811 Жыл бұрын

You are bang on about the escape key. I kept on accidentally pressing F1 where as I intended to press F2 in Excel :) Atleast something that bothered me the most is a common problem. SAme goes with the Fn key :)

@bgolledge502 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Review still kinda sitting on the fence, when you plug it in to the usbc does that also act as a connection instead of bluetooth or the wireless module?

@jeansimonlavoie Жыл бұрын

Im using it daily for the last 2year and I’m still loving it

@Turtlemilk 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for a keyboard i can use at public areas like the coffee shops. I don't want something as quiet as a stock laptop keyboard, i want something that will make typing more fun, but not too annoying towards the people around me. Which color switch would you recommend me?

@BlockCylinder 2 жыл бұрын

Regarding the function keys, it sounds like you're accustomed to one very specific, pretty unusual F-key layout. It's much more common to have the F-keys offset, sometimes just by a little bit, with F1 more closely aligned with 2 than with 1. It's also common to have a sizeable gap between Esc and F1, so the elongated Esc seems like an aesthetic choice that won't impact most users in a practical way.

@777rogerf 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the reviewer that the offset of the function keys is a pretty big mistake. The "esc" key is on the end of the row and the easiest key on the entire keyboard to find when it is he same size as other keys, so nothing is gained while forcing experienced touch-typists relearn the placement of function keys. There it no trade-off, -just a major loss of functionality for anyone who. is not new to the use of computer keyboards. Other than that, it is great keyboard and worth the price. I with the numeric keypad could be reprogrammed for word processing commands, but that is another topic. The review is much appreciated.

@hjb2tube 2 жыл бұрын

@@777rogerf I am using it for a few days and I miss the separation of Esc key and the Fn keys, and also the physical separation of F1-F4, F5-F8 and F9-F12. UPDATE: With 3 self-adhesive rubber feet 1mm in height glued right above Esc-F1, F4-F5 and F8-F9, I just slide my fingers on top of the function Keys and these rubber feet give me exactly the tactile feedback I need to find the correct Function key I need!

@BlockCylinder 2 жыл бұрын

@@777rogerf Agreed. Making the Escape key wider appears to have been a misguided aesthetic design choice. Probably a side effect of the large corner radius reducing the size of the key. That's a separate issue from the reviewer's comments about the positions of the F row relative to the number row.