In my search for the perfect keyboard to suit my needs, I went through several reviews and articles about this subject – what are the best keyboards for developers? The ones that feels just right, is not too noisy but still feels satisfying to use.
Here’s a list of the few I found were cult favourites:
Keychron K6
The Keychron K6 has Bluetooth features and can connect to three devices, interchanging between them easily. If you find yourself carrying your keyboard around often and switching between devices, whether Mac or Windows, this keyboard makes a great option.
It can toggle between Windows or Mac compatibility via a slider switch on the left side. It has a USB-C port on the left side as well, which can be awkward, but it works well as a charging port.
Alongside this, it has RGB lighting and aluminum bezels for a cleaner and more durable frame.
The RGB lighting effects are easy to toggle between, using a dedicated lighting button on the top right side. This button, unfortunately, is not remappable. There are 18 effects you can choose from.
The keycaps are ABS plastic, which will shine over time. The legends are super professional and clean looking. You can see the K6 being used by video editors, programmers, music editors, and more.
Logitech G915
The Logitech G915 TKL is a tenkeyless version of its full-sized version. This is a more compact layout that is better for your desktop because it gives your arm more space to move. It also gives you more space for other desktop accessories such as notepads, detached numpads, coasters, coffee mugs, etc.
If you do find yourself using the numbers often or need a number pad, it’s possible to buy the full-sized version OR to get yourself a separate number pad that you can move out of the way when you’re not using it.
The G915 TKL can connect via wire or wireless, with Bluetooth and 2.5Ghz dongle. Alongside this, it is a low-profile keyboard with mechanical switches. It sits very close to the table and lets you type extremely comfortable without extending your wrists too much or lifting up your fingers high.
It’s really convenient for working on the go or switching between devices between home and home with its Bluetooth capabilities.
Logitech MX Keys
Logitech’s MX Keys wireless illuminated keyboard is designed for efficiency, reliability, and accuracy. Perfect Stroke keys designed for your fingertips, clever lighting, and wonderfully robust construction are just a few of the features.
You can pair it with up to three devices over Bluetooth or via its USB dongle, and it lets you switch between them easily.
This keyboard is very comfortable to type due to its short travel distance, making it feel light and responsive.
Also, this keyboard doesn’t produce any noise while typing. The keys are well-balanced, simple to operate, and give tactile feedback. They’re intended to make it easy to press the middle key, which reduces mistakes. Because of the keyboard’s low profile, most users won’t require a wrist rest, but Logitech does offer one separately.
It also has backlighting that can turn on automatically in the darkness. This feature can also be disabled and turned on manually.