Whether you’re typing an email or writing the next great American novel, a sturdy keyboard is essential if you spend a lot of time writing. A great typing keyboard will improve your typing speed and accuracy, meaning you’ll spend less time correcting mistakes and more time writing.
Here are the best keyboards for writing and typing, including options for Mac users and those on a budget.
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NuPhy Air75
Overall the best keyboard to type on
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Low profile
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Hot-swappable
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Quite a bargain
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Low profile switches are not common
If you’re looking for the best overall typing experience for Windows and Mac devices, look no further than the NuPhy Air75. The Air75 is the thinnest mechanical keyboard in the world, and it comes with all the benefits that make for the best typing experience no matter what you’re looking for.
The Air75’s biggest selling point is its low profile. At its shortest point, the Air75 is only 16mm tall. This incredibly low profile makes it incredibly comfortable for long periods of typing. Wrist strain is a common problem with mechanical keyboards due to their higher profiles, but this won’t be a problem at all on the Air75 due to its thin keys and low-profile switches.
The Air75 can be configured with Gatereon low-profile linear red, tactile brown or clicky blue switches. Linear and tactile are obviously the best options for typing and writing, but the options let you choose what works best for you. The keyboard can also be swapped out without turning them off, so you can always turn them off later.
Designed to work with both Windows and Mac, the NuPhy Air75 is the best keyboard for typing. It’s not too expensive either.
NuPhy Air75
Overall the best keyboard to type on
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MX keys
The best non-mechanical keyboard
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Keys with grooves
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Great battery life
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Smart backlight system
It is impossible to write a list of keyboards without mentioning Logitech products. It makes a bunch of products that appeal to office workers and gamers, including MX keys.
MX Keys is the best non-mechanical keyboard you can get for typing. For one thing, it’s ultra-slim, but remains solid thanks to its unibody aluminum chassis. The keys are grooved so your finger can travel effortlessly from key to key.
MX Keys can be connected to up to three devices, making it a great device for multitasking and productivity. Its smart lighting setting will also adjust the backlight of the keys to the ambient brightness in the room, saving you battery life. You can expect at least 10 days on a full charge. If you turn off the backlight, MX keys can last up to five months. This makes MX Dongles a great option if you’re looking for a low-maintenance wireless solution.
MX Keys is out of the box compatible with Windows and MacOS, so it’s a great option regardless of your office setup. It’s a little more expensive at $119, but that’s what you’d expect for such a premium build quality and typing experience. If you like the idea of MX keys but still want a mechanical trackpad, Logitech recently released a mechanical version.
MX keys
The best non-mechanical keyboard
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Ducky One 3 TKL
The best keyless board
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Excellent sound dampening
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Hot-swappable
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Three angles of inclination
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No wireless or Bluetooth connections
Ducky has an excellent reputation among enthusiast keyboards, and the Ducky One 3 is the best rendition of its signature keyboard yet. The Ducky One 3 could take anywhere on this list, but we think the keyless (TKL) version has the most appeal to consumers.
Ducky puts a lot of effort into meticulously crafting its keyboards. All keycaps are double-layer PBT and are specially coated to resist gloss and smudges, so they retain their original color for years.
The dual-layer PCB is supported by a layer of EVA foam to reduce noise, and the case is carefully designed to prevent the keyboard from bending or moving while you type. Keys can also be swapped without powering down for a customizable experience.
The only real downside to the Ducky One 3 is that it only has a wired connection. It’s not a big deal, but it makes the keyboard less portable. However, with its outstanding build quality and typing experience, the Ducky One 3 is a keyboard that knows what it is and does it remarkably well.
Ducky One 3 TKL
The best keyless board
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Razer Pro Type Ultra
Work and play
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Wrist rest included
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Gaming keyboard without RGB
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Almost silent switches
If you’re looking for an excellent typing keyboard that fits into your work or home office environment and doubles as a gaming keyboard, the Razer Pro Type Ultra will be the best choice for you. Razer makes a wide variety of RGB mechanical gaming keyboards, so the Pro Type Ultra is relatively underrated. It still has bright white LEDs to backlight the keys, but the keyboard is perhaps Razer’s most subtle product.
While Razer’s other keyboards can also be quite loud, the Pro Type Ultra is incredibly quiet. The quiet mechanical keys are also covered in noise dampening foam, and the built-in wrist rest makes the Pro Type Ultra comfortable to type on for extended periods.
The Pro Type Ultra has three connectivity options: wired, 2.4 GHz wireless, and Bluetooth. You can connect up to four devices via Bluetooth and seamlessly switch between them without having to pair and re-pair. The Pro Type Ultra also has over 200 hours of battery life in Bluetooth and wireless mode, so it will last you more than a week of use.
If you’re looking for something that you can comfortably play and type on, the Pro Type Ultra is a great option.
Razer Pro Type Ultra
Work and play
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Keychron K3 V2
Keychron K3 V2
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Affordable
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Low profile
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Additional keys for Windows and Mac
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It only connects via Bluetooth
If you’re looking for something a little different from the Apple Magic Keyboard, but want something natively compatible with MacOS, the Keychron K3 V2 is the best option for you. The updated version has a stronger frame and adjustable rubber feet to make the typing experience as comfortable as possible.
The Keychron K3 V2 features a low-profile design that uses low-profile Gatereon or optical switches for a comfortable typing experience. It also has extra keys that you can swap out for MacOS to customize it to Apple’s operating system.
The Keychron K3 V2 only connects via Bluetooth, which isn’t as stable or reliable for gaming. But it’s more than enough for typing on a Mac, and you can connect to three devices.
K3 V2 has a standard version with white backlight or RGB. The RGB model comes with 18 color modes, so you can match the K3 to any RGB setup you have at home. Due to its slim frame and 75% profile, the K3 V2 is also highly portable, making it a great companion for MacBooks and iPads.
Keychron K3 V2
Keychron K3 V2
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Logitech G613 Lightspeed
Best budget keyboard
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Very good battery life
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Media controls
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Usually on sale with a good discount
If you’re looking for a solid yet affordable mechanical typing keyboard, the Logitech G613 Lightspeed is a great option. This board retailed for $120 when it was released, but you can regularly find it on sale for as little as $60. Although labeled as a gaming keyboard, its unobtrusive design and ergonomic features make it a great keyboard for typing.
The keyboard uses Logitech’s Lightspeed wireless technology, which creates a lag-free wireless experience. Input lag can be annoying on Bluetooth keyboards, especially if you type quickly and have to wait for latency to catch up. However, this is not really a problem on the G613. The keyboard also has Bluetooth, so you can pair multiple devices, and its long battery guarantees 18 months of use without recharging.
Combine all that with Logitech’s Romer G switches, built-in media controls, and programmable macro keys, and the G613 is a versatile board that you can use for just about anything. It’s not as customizable as some of the boards on this list, but at a lower price, it doesn’t have to be.
Logitech G613 Lightspeed
Best budget keyboard
Frequently asked questions
Should I get a mechanical keyboard?
There are many excellent membrane keyboards that offer a great typing experience (there’s even one on the list). For typing, comfort is just as important as feedback, and it’s easier to find a comfortable membrane keyboard that’s also satisfying to type on. However, a solid, low-profile mechanical keyboard will provide the most comfortable typing experience and will probably even make you a faster typist due to the responsiveness of the keys.
Which switches are best for typing?
Which switch is best depends on the type of typing experience you want to have. Linear and tactile switches will offer the easiest typing experience. The linears are great for fast typing without feedback, while the tactile switches provide a satisfying bump that indicates when you’ve activated the switch.
Clicky switches are a fan favorite on some keyboards, but they are loud and not for everyone, especially those in shared offices. You will annoy other people with clicking switches.
Do I need a wrist rest?
A wrist rest is not necessary, but it will make typing for long periods of time more comfortable. This is doubly true if you’re using a high-profile mechanical keyboard. Low-profile keyboards reduce the need for a wrist rest, but they certainly don’t hurt in any situation.
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