The Best Keyboards for Work and Play
Keyboards are important. Whether you think about it or not, you probably use one every day. A keyboard that's comfortable and easy to use is indispensable and helps you do good work while also making the experience enjoyable.
This list focuses on lower-profile keyboards for a more casual typist, with an emphasis on typing comfort and efficiency rather than customization options like hot-swap sockets or keycap accessibility. For mechanical keyboard enthusiasts, we have separate guides focused on those specific needs.
Other Keyboards We Like
The Happy Hacking Keyboard Classic Type-S is pricey but unique. Its Topre switches provide a tactile typing experience that can't be matched and the massive aftermarket community supports repair and customization.
The Wooting 80HE offers a larger layout for those not ready to ditch their F-row and arrow keys, with robust magnesium construction and powerful customization options through its Wootility interface.
The Keychron C1 Pro 8K is a fantastic keyboard at an excellent price point. With mechanical switches, high-quality keycaps, RGB lighting, and an 8,000-Hz polling rate, it's hard to find better value for your money.
