Best keyboards in 2025

Finding the best keyboard will heavily depend on what you use it for and, ultimately, your personal preferences when it comes to feel, sound, and layout. There isn't really one keyboard that we can recommend to everyone, which is why this collection of keyboards contains so many different options.

There are compact wireless keyboards designed for use around the house, mechanical keyboards that can handle productivity work and gaming, and all-out gaming keyboards drenched in RGB lighting with high-performance switches that give you an advantage over the competition. Most people should be able to find something that works well for them, but rest assured there are plenty more options out there in our other collections; they're linked throughout this roundup to offer you a broader selection. Here are the best keyboards out there right now.

Our favorite keyboards in 2024

Keychron's Q1 Pro is an extremely popular option that is widely regarded as the best mechanical keyboard around, especially if you're into something with customizable mechanical keys. It's certainly on the side of expensive, but it's built to a premium standard with a CNC aluminum body, double-gasket design (to reduce unwanted noise), customizable RGB, media controls, and a programmable knob. Its 75% build includes F keys along the top, but there's no number pad. In our Keychron Q1 Pro review, Editor Carli Velocci noted that "it might even change your opinion about keyboards as a tool that can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing."

You can connect with a cable or with Bluetooth, it works with Mac and Windows, and its QMK/VIA support makes it easy to map your own keys and set up custom macros. If you'd rather not build your own keyboard, a fully-assembled option from the factory is really all you need; beyond that you can swap out parts as needed. This is first and foremost a keyboard for productivity and general purposes, but it'll also do a great job for gaming. Unless you're taking a stand against mechanical keyboards or don't want to shell out $200 on an accessory, the Keychron Q1 Pro should be a great fit.

Buying a customizable mechanical keyboard doesn't have to cost hundreds. The Royal Kludge RK61 generally costs around $60 when it's not on sale, and it frequently drops below $50 when it is discounted. It's available in black and white finishes, as well as brown, blue, or red switches depending on your typing preference. It's also equipped with a customizable RGB backlight for those who like some extra color.

The 60% layout means you'll miss out on arrow keys, F keys, nav keys, and numpad, but most of the lacking keys are still accessible with shortcuts. The switches are hot-swappable despite the budget pricing, meaning you can customize as you please with your own aftermarket pieces. It even supports five-pin switches. The keyboard relies on Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and USB-C for connectivity, and you can expect about 12 or 13 hours of battery life if you're using the lowest backlight setting. It recharges via USB-C. Check out our picks for the best budget mechanical keyboards for more options.

Razer's BlackWidow V4 Pro is pretty much the ultimate mechanical gaming keyboard you can buy right now. It's a full-size deck with numpad and F keys, and Razer has added a bunch of macro keys and a dial along the left side for extra control and shortcuts in your favorite games or apps. Razer's mechanical switches come in green (clicky tactile), orange (quiet tactile), and yellow (silent smooth), with doubleshot ABS keycaps which have font that doesn't wear off, and they also let through the per-key customizable RGB lighting. The keyboard is strictly wired, so don't buy it expecting to use it wirelessly.

In our Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro review, PC specialist Arif Bacchus called it "one of the most feature-rich keyboards you can buy." Beyond all the useful additions, the keyboard is built to a high standard with an aluminum base and dual kickstand on the bottom with two different heights. It's the ultimate choice for gaming, but it can also work as your daily productivity keyboard. That's a good thing, since you probably don't want to shell out for a second keyboard when spending more than $200 on the BlackWidow V4 Pro.

This Apex Pro TKL keyboard from SteelSeries is essentially a pared down version of the flagship Apex Pro for those who don't need a number pad. It uses the SteelSeries OmniPoint 2.0 adjustable switches with up to 4mm of key travel and a customizable actuation point. This is achieved thanks to a magnetic Hall effect sensor that can sense the distance of the key to the switch inside. Each key can be separately tuned between a 0.1mm and 4mm actuation point for ultimate control over your typing experience. And thanks to this customizable actuation, you can actually set up most keys to have two functions that activate when you press past certain points. The downside is that you can't swap out the switches later, but for many people that won't be an issue.

In our SteelSeries Apex Pro TLK (2023) review, Senior Editor João Carrasqueira said, "I love typing on these keys thanks to the linear switch and customizable actuation, making it just right for my needs. Plus, it's not overly loud for typing, and the build quality as a whole feels fantastic." The keyboard has doubleshot PBT keycaps that are durable and let the customizable RGB lighting shine through, and there's even a small OLED screen that can be customized through the SteelSeries GG app.

This is ultimately a great choice for gamers who don't mind a lack of hardware moddability but can appreciate the deep per-key customization. Take a look at more of the best mechanical keyboards for gaming if this one isn't quite the right fit.

Dell's Premier Collaboration KB900 keyboard is a wireless option that was born out of the remote work wave of the past few years. It was the "world's first Zoom-certified rechargeable keyboard" to hit the market, and it's still going strong as a convenient wireless deck for productivity and office work. You might not make full use of the Zoom controls, but you'll be able to appreciate the quiet typing, backlight, and outstanding wireless battery life with USB-C charging. In our Dell Premier Collaboration Keyboard review, Arif Bacchus noted that he "didn't have to recharge the keyboard during [his] two-week trial period."

The keyboard can connect with a 2.4GHz dongle or with Bluetooth, and you can keep the keyboard connected to multiple devices for quick switching. The touch Zoom controls live between the arrow and nav keys, giving you quick control over your camera, microphone, and screen sharing. If you need a comfy keyboard for the office and frequently use Zoom, this would be a great choice.

Razer's Huntsman Mini is one of the most compact keyboards in this collection thanks to its 60% layout that drops the F keys, arrow keys, home cluster, and number pad. These are still available thanks to secondary inputs throughout the rest of the keyboard, but those who often use all keys will likely want something different. For those who prefer a minimalist setup, the Huntsman Mini should be a great choice.

It has durable doubleshot PBT keycaps that let the customizable RGB lighting shine through, and the base is made of aluminum for a sturdy feel. Razer offers three different switch types here, including purple (clicky but light), red (clicky and quick), and analog optical switches with adjustable actuation points and dual-step actuation. It's one of the best USB-C keyboards on the market, especially if you're into gaming.

The Asus ROG Azoth is a wireless mechanical keyboard good enough to impress even mechanical keyboard enthusiasts like our own Karthik Iyer. In his Asus ROG Azoth review, he remarked, "This gaming keyboard has a lot of wow factor, with great features like gasket mounting, a metal top panel, a hot-swappable PCB, and pre-lubed switches to grab the attention of the keyboard enthusiast in me."

It's a 75% keyboard with F keys and navigation column, saving some room on your desk without impacting productivity too much. Asus included a small OLED screen and physical dial in the top-right corner, allowing you to make quick changes without opening an app on your PC. It ultimately delivers one of the best stock typing experiences on the market today, and it has the performance needed for competitive gaming. Just watch out for that price tag.

The Logitech Ergo K860 is our favorite ergonomic keyboard, and it should be considered if you're tired of dealing with wrist and forearm pain during long days of typing. Instead of forcing your wrists and hands to sit flat, its raised middle allows for a more natural V shape that relieves stress. The main bank of keys is split down the middle and curved to better accommodate this setup, and the rise that's usually toward the back of the deck is actually more toward the front. Along with the deep wrist rest, this keeps your hands pointed down rather than up.

It's a big keyboard and will need quite a bit of space on your desk, but it is wireless for added convenience. You can connect with 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth, and it runs on a pair of AAA batteries that should last about two years. Battery life is helped by a lack of backlight, which might be a dealbreaker for some. Typing is quiet and comfortable, and the price should be worth it for the stress relief alone.

This little keyboard from Logitech is a great option to have around the house for controlling your TV-connected PC, for an alternative to your laptop keyboard, or as your full-time office deck. Each key has a dish shape to grab your fingertips, there's smart backlighting that comes on only when you start typing and automatically adjusts to ambient light levels, and it can run for up to five months on a charge if you don't use the backlight. Just charge it with USB-C when it runs low.

The keyboard connects with Bluetooth, and thanks to Logitech's Flow tech you can keep it paired with up to three devices for quick switching. It works across platforms, and can be your only keyboard for Windows, Mac, and Android devices.

While there are plenty of great Apple Magic Keyboard alternatives on the market, the real deal really does it best. I've personally used one of these in the past, and the comfort and convenience can't be overstated. Keys are built into an aluminum slab with a slight wedge shape, and though key travel isn't particularly deep, those who are accustomed to the feel of a MacBook will feel right at home.

It's rechargeable via the Lightning port, and battery life just goes and goes; a lack of backlight no doubt helps on that front. It automatically and wirelessly connects to your Mac, and it will also work with an iPad and iPhone should you need to do some typing on your smaller devices.

Apple's Magic Keyboard is the go-to choice for most macOS and iOS users, but Satechi's Slim X2 is a tempting alternative. It costs less than the official Magic Keyboard, which right from the start will be enough for many people. It brings a high build quality, USB-C charging, and the ability to connect to four devices simultaneously for easy switching. The number pad is great for boosting productivity, battery life is solid, and the backlit keys let you work at any time of day.

Key travel isn't particularly deep, mirroring that of Apple's Magic Keyboard, and its battery won't charge as fast as on the official hardware. It also only comes in a Space Gray color. But anyone who wants to spend far less will easily look past these drawbacks. In our Satechi Slim X2 review, XDA Mobile Writer Brady Snyder noted that "there's a subset of Mac users that want a cheaper Magic Keyboard, and that's what this is."

Keychron's K3 Max features just about everything you could want out of a wireless 75% keyboard: premium build quality, QMK/VIA support, lots of configuration options (including a hot-swappable RGB backlight), Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connectivity, and an overall slim, low-profile design that dovetails nicely with its 75% form factor.

You also get some luxury features like its Keychron Launcher web app that gives you full control over programming its keys and setting up macros, as well as a 1000Hz polling rate, support for connecting up to three devices, and interior foam to make sure your keystrokes aren't distractingly loud. Overall, if you're looking for a premium 75% keyboard, the K3 Max is a great choice.

Finally, the K3 Max won't have issues across platforms, whether it may be used with Windows, macOS, or Android, and Keychron promises up to 42 hours of battery life with the backlight and up to 73 hours without it. However, this will naturally depend on your brightness setting.

Getting the perfect keyboard for you

The keyboards we've collected here in this curated list don't even scratch the surface of the overall keyboard market, but by a combination of in-house testing and broader analysis, we can safely say that these are some of the absolute best available today. While there's not really one keyboard that everyone will love, there is a keyboard for everyone.

Our current favorite is Keychron's mechanical and customizable Q1 Pro. It received a near-perfect score and an XDA Best badge in our review, with reviewer Carli Velocci focusing on the premium aluminum design, near-complete customization options, wide compatibility, and its overall comfort. It's certainly more geared toward enthusiasts who want a fully moddable deck, but it's also an outstanding option to buy and keep as-is off the shelf. Its price and features will no doubt be overkill for more casual users, but thankfully there are plenty of other options on this list from which you can choose.