Brand | Logitech |
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Series | MX Keys For Mac |
Item model number | 920-009552 |
Hardware Platform | iOS 9 & later, iPadOS 13.4 & later, macOS 10.15 & later |
Operating System | macOS, iPadOS |
Item Weight | 1.79 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 17.7 x 5.7 x 1.6 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 17.7 x 5.7 x 1.6 inches |
Color | Space Grey |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Manufacturer | Logitech |
ASIN | B082TSD2W5 |
Date First Available | July 7, 2020 |
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Brand | Logitech |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Tablet |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
Keyboard Description | Wireless, QWERTY |
Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday Use, Business |
Special Feature | Hand Proximity Detection, Rechargeable Battery, Integrated Backlighting, Ambient Light Sensor, On/Off Switch, Battery Indicator See more |
Color | Space Grey |
Number of Keys | 104 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | Single Color |
Style | Keyboard |
About this item
- Designed for Mac: Compatible with Apple MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac & iPad models.
- MASTERED FOR MAC - MX Keys for Mac is optimized for macOS, iPad compatible, finished in Space Gray – and features a Mac key layout
- PERFECT STROKE KEYS – Spherically dished keys are crafted for the shape of your fingertips – and feature a Mac key layout. A row of Fn keys can be customized for your specific creative workflow
- COMFORT, STABILITY, MINIMALISM –Confidently type on a keyboard crafted for comfort, precision, and remarkable stability. The aesthetic minimalism and timeless construction fit perfectly with your Mac setup
- SMART ILLUMINATION – Backlit keys light up the moment your hands approach and automatically adjust to suit changing lighting conditions
- MULTIPLE COMPUTERS, ONE FLOW – Type on multiple Mac computers – your keyboard follows your Flow-enabled mouse from one Mac to another. Just move the cursor and start typing (2).
- USB-C to USB-C RECHARGING – Full charge lasts up to 10 days – or up to 5 months with backlighting off (4). 10 meters wireless range
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Brightness | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Battery life | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Ergonomic | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
For gaming | 3.4 | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
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connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | USB | Bluetooth | USB | Bluetooth |
number of keys | 104 | 104 | 104 | 84 | 3 | 104 |
hardware interface | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth |
compatible devices | Laptop, Tablet | Laptop, PC | PC | Laptop | Laptop | Laptop |
keyboard description | Wireless, QWERTY | Membrane | Mechanical | Membrane | Membrane | Wireless |
operating system | macOS, iPadOS | Windows, Mac OS | Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS 10.15, iOS 14, iPadOS 14, Linux, Chrome OS, Android 8.0 | Windows 10, 11 or later, Linux, Chrome OS, macOS, iPadOS, Android | Windows 10, 11 or later, Linux, Chrome OS, macOS, iPadOS, Android | Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS 10.15, Linux, Chrome OS, iPadOS 14, Android 8.0 |
From the manufacturer
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COMFORT AND PRECISION
Work comfortably on a keyboard crafted for comfort, precision, and aesthetic minimalism.
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MAC KEY LAYOUT
True Mac key layout –optimized for macOS and compatible with iPad.
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SPACE GRAY FINISH
The perfect setup with your Mac and iPad.
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PERFECT STROKE KEYS
Type with confidence on spherically-dished keys shaped for your fingertips.
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FLUID TYPING
Reduced noise and optimized feedback – so you feel, but don’t hear, every keystroke.
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SMART ILLUMINATION
Backlit keys light up the moment your hands approach and automatically adjust brightness.
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MX + CREATIVE CLOUD
Get a complimentary 1-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription with your purchase of MX Keys for Mac.
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CUSTOMIZE FN KEYS
Assign specific functions or custom shortcuts for your specific creative workflow.
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MULTI-COMPUTER, ONE FLOW
Type on multiple Mac computers – and transfer text, images, and files between them.
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Layout
| Full size | Full size | Compact | Full size | Full size |
Illuminated keys
| Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Power
| Up to 10 days/USB-C charge | Up to 10 days/USB-C charge | Up to 24 mos/2 AAA batteries | Up to 10 days/micro-USB charge | Up to 7 days/USB-C charge |
Connected devices
| Up to 3 | Up to 3 | Up to 3 | 1 | Up to 3 |
FLOW Control
| Up to 3 | Up to 3 | Up to 3 | No | Up to 3 |
Compatibility
| MacOS, iPadOS, iOS | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Chrome, Linux | Windows | Windows, macOS |
Color
| Space Gray | Graphite | Graphite & White | Black | Graphite |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth LE | Bluetooth LE | Bluetooth LE | Unifying Receiver | Bluetooth LE |
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Product Description
Get more out of your Mac with MX Keys for Mac – designed to work seamlessly on the macOS platform. The most advanced Master Series keyboard ever is finished in Space Gray to team perfectly with your iMac or Macbook Pro. MX Keys for Mac is crafted for efficiency, stability, and precision – and features dynamic backlighting.
MX Keys for Mac features a Mac key layout with spherically-dished keys crafted for the shape of your fingertips. Backlit keys light up the moment your hands approach, automatically adjusting to suit changing lighting conditions.
Your fingers will glide effortlessly across the matte surface of the keys. Increased key stability reduces noise while optimizing responsiveness – and tactile reference for hand positioning makes it easy to stay oriented and in your flow.
MX Keys for Mac follows your Flow-enabled mouse, such as MX Master 3 for Mac, from one Mac to another, meaning you can type on multiple devices in one fluid workflow
A USB-C to USB-C charging cable tops up the power on your MX Keys for Mac – and connects directly to your Mac without the need of a clunky dongle. A full charge lasts up to 10 days – or 5 months with backlighting off. When it’s time to recharge, you’ll get a notification from Logitech Options and the battery indicator LED will glow red. This product is awarded with iF DESIGN AWARD and the RED DOT AWARD.
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Customers like the appearance and value of the keyboard. For example, they mention it looks nice, has a minimalist style, and has s a classy dark metal gray finish. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of use, saying it feels great to type on and the keys are very ergonomic. They are also satisfied with performance. That said, some complain about the backlighting, connectivity, quality, and battery life.
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Customers like the ease of use of the keyboard. They say the key action is comfortable, the keys are very ergonomic, and the feel of the product is outstanding. Customers also mention that the mechanics of typing on the keyboard is pleasant and not hard on the fingers. The keys are easy to press, well spaced, and near silent when typing. Overall, customers find the keyboard to be a pleasure to use.
"...It works fine for my PC. The blue tooth hookup was seamless. I love the feel and the size of the keyboard...." Read more
"...are programmable, using the "Options" software, which is free, easy to download, and install...." Read more
"...keys are perfectly optimized for the Mac operating system, providing intuitive shortcuts and commands that streamline my workflow...." Read more
"...for me (I prefer the ones from a decade ago), and this has the best feel of the various Logitech keyboards I tried...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the keyboard. For example, they say it works great, the keys work flawlessly, and it connects immediately without problems. Some say it's well-built and functions well on a desk. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.
"...I did not know that when I bought it. It works fine for my PC. The blue tooth hookup was seamless. I love the feel and the size of the keyboard...." Read more
"...The backlighting on the MX Keys for Mac works flawlessly! It doesn't matter if you are working with "automatic" or "manual" backlighting...." Read more
"...Keys Advanced Wireless Keyboard to any Mac user seeking a stylish, functional, and feature-packed keyboard. It's a game-changer!" Read more
"...So Logitech sent me a third keyboard! Fortunately this one is perfectly functional, with the only problem being that the keyboard wakes up way too..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the keyboard. For example, they mention it looks nice, attractive, and has a minimalist style. Some appreciate the dark metal gray finish and the white color. Overall, most are happy with the design and functionality of the product.
"...Logitech MX Keys Advanced Wireless Keyboard to any Mac user seeking a stylish, functional, and feature-packed keyboard. It's a game-changer!" Read more
"...Plus the feature and tech of this combo is super cool. Plus plus it's $60 cheaper that the way overpriced and no lit key'd Apple full keyboard...." Read more
"...They keys are responsive, the layout is supreme, the compatibility with Mac OS is great. All of the shortcuts work...." Read more
"...When the light is on, no problem, the letters look bright and white. The light: is also a problem...." Read more
Customers like the value of the keyboard. They mention that it's worth the price, has more functionality at cheaper cost, and feels sturdy and premium. Some say that the design is economic. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's value.
"...I know, it's kind of pricy ($200) for keyboard and mouse. But it's worth it and the quality should last." Read more
"...This is a really nice keyboard and at $99 I think it’s very fairly priced...." Read more
"...but now I know that $100 for the MX Keys keyboard was well worth the price. 5 stars from me." Read more
"...easily switch to typing on my iPhone or my other MacBook Pro.. it's not cheap but well worth the price." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the keyboard. Some mention it's very well made, while others say that the F-key functionality would persistently stop working. Some say that it'd not work after a reboot, and that the down-arrow key was busted. Overall, opinions are mixed, and it'll be up to individual customers to decide if the quality is right for them.
"...The keyboard is also sturdy and stays in place. I definitely recommend." Read more
"...I bought this one and it's like night and day. It feels substantial, types very well and reconnects from sleep to Bluetooth almost instantaneously." Read more
"...if you manually turn off the backlighting, then the hand sensor will not work again until you turn the backlighting back on...." Read more
"...The keys are perfectly optimized for the Mac operating system, providing intuitive shortcuts and commands that streamline my workflow...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the keyboard. Some mention that it has seamless Bluetooth connectivity with their iPad pro, while others say that it takes 30 seconds to connect every morning and the touch ID quit working after about a month. The bluetooth connectivity works well on all three devices and is easy to connect to Bluetooth. However, some customers also mention that there is a slight delay to wake up the keyboard every now and then and the lock key is slow to work.
"...It works fine for my PC. The blue tooth hookup was seamless. I love the feel and the size of the keyboard...." Read more
"...That was a mistake. Feel, poor connectivity (delays), no backlight caused me to giv it away. I bought this one and it's like night and day...." Read more
"...Bluetooth connectivity was easy, and battery life is OK considering it's backlit. It's nice that it comes with a USB-C charging cable...." Read more
"...i love and need backlit. Apple doesnt have backlit. Worked right away with the bluetooth "dangle", included...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the backlighting. Some mention that it's really nice to have, and it'll light up when you touch it. However, others say that it makes it difficult to see the lettering on the keys, and the lighting feature is completely random.
"...There are a number of backlit brightness levels you can select in the "manual" mode. The "automatic" mode only has 2 backlit levels...." Read more
"...connectivity was easy, and battery life is OK considering it's backlit. It's nice that it comes with a USB-C charging cable...." Read more
"...That was a mistake. Feel, poor connectivity (delays), no backlight caused me to giv it away. I bought this one and it's like night and day...." Read more
"...Though it's too soon to comment on battery life, the lighted keys are so cool...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the keyboard. Some mention that it has good battery life, giving them 10 hours of usage with the keyboard key lights on. However, others say that a charge does not last very long, the backlight drains the battery too quickly, and the keyboard needs to be recharged weekly.
"...Bluetooth connectivity was easy, and battery life is OK considering it's backlit. It's nice that it comes with a USB-C charging cable...." Read more
"...Also it gives you 10 hours of usage with the keyboard key lights on. I like logitec and this keyboard keeps the logitec name high." Read more
"...but not real need, nevertheless the YouTubers said that the battery didn't last too long, I think 10hrs?..." Read more
"...between devices (Mac and iPad) is effortless and smooth, battery life is remarkable and has type C charging, really a super dooper great keyboard...." Read more
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The backlighting on the MX Keys for Mac works flawlessly! It doesn't matter if you are working with "automatic" or "manual" backlighting. The "automatic" mode is obtained by simply turning on the keyboard with the power button, and not using the "F5" or "F6" buttons. If you use these buttons, you will disconnect from the "automatic" mode and will be in the "manual" mode. There are a number of backlit brightness levels you can select in the "manual" mode. The "automatic" mode only has 2 backlit levels. One for a dark or dimly lit room, and a brighter level if you are using it a brighter environment. Once you stop using the keyboard for a number of hours and then return to use it, the hand sensor and backlighting still work! This is unlike the regular version of the MX Keys keyboard, which shuts down the backlight and hand sensor after a couple of hours and does not automatically come back on! There is only one minor issue with the backlighting. If you have "manually" set the backlit level, and don't use the keyboard for a couple hours, when you go to use it again, the backlighting automatically comes on, but it is reset to the "automatic" brightness level, not the level at which you last set it, if you were using it in the "manual" mode. However, this is not a big issue, as the "automatic" level it returns to is the "second" brightness level, which is more than enough to see the keys in a dark or dimly lit room. Of course, if you manually turn off the backlighting, then the hand sensor will not work again until you turn the backlighting back on. If you are considering the keyboard for the backlighting feature, buy the MX Keys for Mac, not the standard MX Keys version. Overall, considering the compact size, and all the features this keyboard offers, it is a top pick, and the one to get!
One of the standout features of this keyboard is its compatibility with Mac devices, including MacBook Pro/Air, iMac, and iPad. The keys are perfectly optimized for the Mac operating system, providing intuitive shortcuts and commands that streamline my workflow. Plus, the inclusion of a free Adobe Creative Cloud subscription is a fantastic bonus for creatives like myself, offering access to a wealth of creative tools and resources.
Overall, I highly recommend the Logitech MX Keys Advanced Wireless Keyboard to any Mac user seeking a stylish, functional, and feature-packed keyboard. It's a game-changer!
Bluetooth connectivity was easy, and battery life is OK considering it's backlit. It's nice that it comes with a USB-C charging cable.
But there were some downsides. The first keyboard I got had a very nasty habit of capitalizing the second key I pressed after hitting Shift. I have typed on many, many keyboards over the last few decades and I have never encountered this problem before. I contacted support to see if there was some way to adjust this sensitivity in software or something, but they just sent me a new keyboard.
The second keyboard did not have this issue nearly as much (still happened sometimes), but unfortunately the down-arrow key was busted. It didn't trigger much of the time, and it clicked very loudly when pressed all the way down.
So Logitech sent me a third keyboard! Fortunately this one is perfectly functional, with the only problem being that the keyboard wakes up way too often. The others would light up the backlight when I touched them or disturbed the surface (bed, desk, chair) they were sitting on. This one will trigger itself for no apparent reason. This leads it to light up (wasting battery) on a regular basis. This isn't a huge deal, and the shift-key madness isn't as bad as the first (still not ideal though).
I give Logitech credit for helping me out with these replacements, but in the future I'll definitely test out the shift key performance before purchasing.
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update: All kinds of problems - reduced my overall rating to 2. So I've been pairing this keyboard with my MacBook 12" and was hoping to pair it with my Mac mini to give me a working cluster of computers as I switch between them all with my HDMI switch. This keyboard does not pair with my Mac mini mid 2010 and even though I managed to upgrade my Mac OS to Sierra. This keyboard doesn't work with the unifying USB neither and even though I probably could buy the Bolt USB I won't be able to pair it with Bolt because the Bolt software needs at least Catalina to pair and my Mac mini only max updates to Sierra OS. So sad really.... You would think all bluetooth works with ALL Bluetooth.
Original Review:I have been a logitech keyboard users for more than a decade now. For a long time Logitech thought that the K380 was good enough replacement but I hated the chicklet keys. This new MX keys mini is a very good replacement for the K811 keyboard in both the size of the keyboard and the size of the keys. With the ability to connect up to three devices I currently have it connected to my MacBook 12", my iPad pro and my iPhone 8 plus; well not concurrently but selectable and switchable amongst 3 devices. I have the black version forthcoming. Currently this keyboard which is the mac version will be used for my music composition MacBook. The black one which is arriving in November will be used with my everyday Macbook 12" computer and my VR PC. The keys on this MX mini are wonderful as they feel like every logitech keys on every logitech keyboard through every generation. A soft clickable keyboard that doesn't make a lot of noise and has just the right amount of key depth to each click of the keys. I'm a touch typist and I love the feel of this keyboard as the words spills out of my brain and on to the review box without having to look at what I am typing. I will be buying several for back ups as I won't be left high and dry like the K811 and K810 keyboards that were discontinued and replaced by the k380. There is only one problem with this keyboard though and if you look at the back of the keyboard you will notice that it is actually quite thick and that is the battery and component bar that acts as a keyboard riser. So if you have a keyboard drawer that just holds your keyboard, the actual thickness is just a little over 1/2 an inch. Don't let the photographs fool you on a thin keyboard like the K811 but nevertheless it is still quite thin but has a large battery rechargeable bar. My K811 is breaking down, not only the battery doesn't last as long but some keys don't quite respond until you press it two or three times of which it is terrible because you get all these spelling errors when you are a touch typist. Once my mx mini black keyboard arrives, I will be ordering at least two more to keep for the next decade. Trust me that once you become addicted to a logitech keyboard you will never go back to the standard Apple smart keyboard. The ability to connect up to 3 bluetooth devices gives you the luxury of typing on your phone, you iPad and your mac by just a single press of a key. Yay for Logitech!!
Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2021
update: All kinds of problems - reduced my overall rating to 2. So I've been pairing this keyboard with my MacBook 12" and was hoping to pair it with my Mac mini to give me a working cluster of computers as I switch between them all with my HDMI switch. This keyboard does not pair with my Mac mini mid 2010 and even though I managed to upgrade my Mac OS to Sierra. This keyboard doesn't work with the unifying USB neither and even though I probably could buy the Bolt USB I won't be able to pair it with Bolt because the Bolt software needs at least Catalina to pair and my Mac mini only max updates to Sierra OS. So sad really.... You would think all bluetooth works with ALL Bluetooth.
Original Review:I have been a logitech keyboard users for more than a decade now. For a long time Logitech thought that the K380 was good enough replacement but I hated the chicklet keys. This new MX keys mini is a very good replacement for the K811 keyboard in both the size of the keyboard and the size of the keys. With the ability to connect up to three devices I currently have it connected to my MacBook 12", my iPad pro and my iPhone 8 plus; well not concurrently but selectable and switchable amongst 3 devices. I have the black version forthcoming. Currently this keyboard which is the mac version will be used for my music composition MacBook. The black one which is arriving in November will be used with my everyday Macbook 12" computer and my VR PC. The keys on this MX mini are wonderful as they feel like every logitech keys on every logitech keyboard through every generation. A soft clickable keyboard that doesn't make a lot of noise and has just the right amount of key depth to each click of the keys. I'm a touch typist and I love the feel of this keyboard as the words spills out of my brain and on to the review box without having to look at what I am typing. I will be buying several for back ups as I won't be left high and dry like the K811 and K810 keyboards that were discontinued and replaced by the k380. There is only one problem with this keyboard though and if you look at the back of the keyboard you will notice that it is actually quite thick and that is the battery and component bar that acts as a keyboard riser. So if you have a keyboard drawer that just holds your keyboard, the actual thickness is just a little over 1/2 an inch. Don't let the photographs fool you on a thin keyboard like the K811 but nevertheless it is still quite thin but has a large battery rechargeable bar. My K811 is breaking down, not only the battery doesn't last as long but some keys don't quite respond until you press it two or three times of which it is terrible because you get all these spelling errors when you are a touch typist. Once my mx mini black keyboard arrives, I will be ordering at least two more to keep for the next decade. Trust me that once you become addicted to a logitech keyboard you will never go back to the standard Apple smart keyboard. The ability to connect up to 3 bluetooth devices gives you the luxury of typing on your phone, you iPad and your mac by just a single press of a key. Yay for Logitech!!
I'm very happy with the Logitech MX Keys Mini and don't plan to swap this one out or revert to one of my older keyboards.
Strengths:
> Sturdy and Compact - freeing up desk space
> Easy Set Up via Bluetooth with up to 3 devices (incl. Macs, PCs, IOS, etc.).
> Good Key Travel and spacing leading to greater typing accuracy (even compared to the three Apple Keyboards I use)
> Backlighting that turns on if I hover my fingers/hand over the keyboard
> Better (slightly higher) incline than the keyboard tilt/angle than modern Apple Keyboards
> Good battery life (weeks of heavy use per charge via USB-c cable).
Things I wish it had:
> Adjustable Tilt levels
> Wish I could use the Logitech Options app to change the default backlighting auto-off from 5secs to 15-20secs, knowing that the battery life may be cut in half.
My only real issue: I can only speak to Intel-based iMacs (running Monterey or High Sierra) , but upon a reboot or startup, the MAC OS still needs me to grab a wired keyboard or an Apple KB to login into my account. As soon as this is done, the Logitech Keyboard can be used.
Overall, I've been putting off buying this Mini MX Keyboard. It is a little expensive. At $80-$90, it would be a no-brainer. However, it has all the key things I want and the added typing accuracy causes less frustration and saves time overall. Well worth it! I don't think I'll be looking for another new keyboard to try for the next year or two, likely a newer revision of this same keyboard by Logitech!
What sold me on this was the backlit keyboard, something Magic Keyboard doesn’t have. I need the backlight as I usually use my laptop at night in dim lighting. Unfortunately, it doesn’t stay lit all the time. The backlight turns on when your hands hover over the keys. The response time is pretty quick. And then it turns off after a few seconds of no use.
The keys are really nice. It feels pretty similar and sounds about the same as a macbook keyboard, maybe slightly louder. I don’t notice an advantage or disadvantage to the concave key caps. The silver is ever so slightly darker than my silver MacBook but you wouldn’t notice unless you put them right next to each other and look closely.
The battery life is good so far using it for about one month.
It allows me to position the laptop at eye level and type at arm level.
It has nice quiet keys, connects easily (via BT), and has backlit keys that turn off after about 30 seconds of non-use and then come back on when your hand comes close to the key board - great feature for working in low lighting!
I also love that it's rechargeable - no bothering with batteries! No complaints, a great keyboard in my opinion.