Best Ergonomic Mechanical Keyboard

If you’re looking for a gorgeous mechanical keyboard with all of the bells and whistles, check out the Apex 7 TKL gaming keyboard from SteelSeries.

The keyboard uses aircraft grade aluminum alloy, boasting quality and durability that guarantees 50 million key presses. The backside of the keyboard uses four rubber feet for stability, and includes multiple USB routes to accommodate any workspace setup.

Perhaps the standout feature of this keyboard is its animated RGB illumination, which can be customized for dozens of different configurations, including up to five that can be recalled via the keyboard’s OLED smart display!

What’s more is that your SteelSeries Apex 7 keyboard even comes with its own magnetic wrist rest! Line it up with the bottom edge of your keyboard for a seamless connection.

Bottom Line

You’re going to pay a pretty penny to make this ergonomic keyboard part of your setup, but it’s a fair price to pay for unrivaled quality, premium features, and ultimate convenience.

While this particular keyboard is a gamer’s dream accessory, it’s a versatile option that any keyboard user will find plenty of value in. Even the avid programmer will love its tenkeyless layout.

The unit is compatible with not only PC and Mac products but also XBOX One and PS4 consoles.

Want the convenience and tidiness of a wireless keyboard? Check out the VM02WS mechanical keyboard from Velocifire.

This durable unit uses quiet brown switches for a satisfying, ergonomic sound and feel, and even is equipped with backlit keys — making it a great option for night owls.

The keyboard uses a simple USB receiver for a wireless signal that is able to cover up to 26 feet. When fully charged, the keyboard’s battery is rated to last for 150 hours (with backlit keys disabled) before needing a recharge!

You can recharge your keyboard by using the keyboard’s USB-C port and charging cable, included with your purchase. Not a fan of wireless keyboards but like the VM02WS’s other features? Velocifire also offers a wired option of the model!

Bottom Line

While this isn’t quite the cheapest option to make our list, it hovers around or just below the average price range for a high-quality mechanical keyboard.

Not 100% thrilled with your purchase? Not to worry — this keyboard comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can even try it out risk-free!

Looking for a keyboard with RGB effects that can be used right out of the box? Take a good look at the K556 gaming keyboard from Redragon.

This sturdy unit uses a 100% aluminum metal frame panel with a matte finish, and boasts robust RGB backlighting capabilities. Without even downloading or opening up the Redragon software, you’ll be able to recall 18 different animated backlight modes via the function key and six different backlight themes.

This keyboard uses brown switches all around; but included with your purchase are eight spare blue, brown, red, and black switches. Replace certain keys for a different sound and feel, or simply hang on to them as backups.

Bottom Line

This gaming keyboard falls around the average price range for a top-end mechanical keyboard, and is competitively priced for a keyboard with customizable backlighting.

For the person who wants RGB effects but doesn’t necessarily want to get involved with keyboard software, the Redragon K556 is an exceptional pick.

With its second product to make our list of best picks, Velocifire brings us the TKL02 ergonomic mechanical keyboard.

The TKL02 keyboard possesses a tenkeyless layout with an arched and smaller overall build, which conserves desk space and shortens the distance to your computer mouse! Its perfectly curved, backlit keys use white LED lights for easy reading, as well as brown switches for a smooth feel and quieter use.

The unit’s tilting feet allow you the option of elevating the back side of your keyboard to a more comfortable level, while its non-slip front pads prevent any sliding across your desktop surface.

Bottom Line

The Velocifire TKL02 mechanical keyboard boasts a very attractive price tag, and is among our most affordable options. The unit also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

If you’d prefer your keyboard to be wireless, you can opt for the brand’s wireless edition instead, which comes in your choice of black or white — albeit for a few dollars extra.

If you’re looking to spice up your computer setup with a unique keyboard color and backlighting combination, check out the K670 rechargeable keyboard from LexonElec.

This keyboard and mouse set uses a single USB receiver for long-range, 2.4G wireless connectivity. What’s more is that both units feature powerful built-in batteries and come with a charging cable.

The keyboard possesses a sturdy and durable aluminum alloy frame with a white finish, complete with built-in smartphone and lighter holders. Its ice blue backlighting can be adjusted across three different modes.

Meanwhile, the mouse boasts a six-button layout, which includes a scroll wheel and a four-way switch that allows you to toggle from 800 DPI all the way up to 2400 DPI.

Bottom Line

The LexonElec K670 lands around the price you’d expect to pay for an ergonomic mechanical keyboard; but considering that this product also comes with a matching wireless mouse, this works out to be a great deal overall.

If you don’t like the keyboard’s white finish with its ice blue backlighting, there are two other finish combinations available — black with orange backlighting and black with rainbow backlighting.

If you want a keyboard with a simple layout and built-in RGB functionality, the MK730 mechanical gaming keyboard from Cooler Master is one you’ll want to keep your eye on.

This mechanical keyboard possesses a smoky gunmetal, brushed aluminum finish, while its tenkeyless layout facilitates a minimal desk setup. By means of its USB-C cable, included with your purchase, you’ll be able to plug your device right into your computer for a wired connection.

The unit’s RGB illumination includes a ribbed light bar around the perimeter of the keyboard, and all RGB features can be controlled via the keyboard itself — no software needed!

Bottom Line

As far as pricing goes, the Cooler Master MK730 keyboard is among the more expensive options on our list; but in return, you’ll get a very small and convenient unit.

This particular keyboard even comes with its own cushioned, magnetic wrist rest. Line it up with the bottom of your keyboard and it will snap right into place.

How does a keyboard with a full-sized layout and robust RGB customization options sound? The Ornata Chroma gaming keyboard from Razer is one you’ll certainly want to check out.

This keyboard uses mecha-membrane switches that combine the best of mechanical switches and membrane rubber domes, delivering premium keys that are rated to last for at least 80 million clicks.

The Ornata Chroma’s RGB illumination works hand-in-hand with Razer’s robust software, which allows you to personalize your keyboard’s colors, themes, and animation.

With your purchase, you’ll also get a comfortable, magnetic wrist rest that aligns with the bottom edge of your keyboard.

Bottom Line

The Razer Ornata Chroma comes in at around or slightly above the average price for comparable keyboards on the market. From its RGB customization options to its magnetic wrist rest, however, there’s plenty of value to be found in this product.

With Razer’s two-year warranty, your keyboard will be protected against any manufacturing defects or issues over that period.

Do you often use a traditional, full-sized keyboard, only to find that you rarely need more than a handful of keys? Check out Kinesis Freestyle Edge mechanical gaming keyboard, a unit that oozes both simplicity and versatility in a few different areas.

To start, the Freestyle Edge features a split keyboard design and tenkeyless layout, which allows you to remove the right module from the equation and position the mouse closer for a shorter reach, and subsequently, less fatigue.

While many keyboards allow you to customize configurations within the company’s software, the Kinesis Freestyle Edge allows you to configure your keyboard, as well as its RGB settings, without any drivers or software at all! Simply use the keyboard’s built-in controls to personalize your experience as desired.

Bottom Line

The Freestyle Edge is the most expensive keyboard to make our list of top picks, but for good reason. With two separate but seamlessly integrated units, it uses more materials overall and boasts versatility that most units cannot.

This product also comes with two separate, removable wrist rests. These will clip right onto the main units when you’re assembling your setup. You can even opt to go without them all together!

Hold your hands in front of you in a natural, relaxed position, and you might notice that they point inwards ever so slightly. Maintaining this posture can reduce the strain on your wrists and even help prevent carpal tunnel. Unfortunately, the majority of keyboards cause you to contort your wrists in an unhealthy way.

With their Periboard-512 classic keyboard, however, Perixx delivers a highly ergonomic solution to this issue. This keyboard uses three sets of keys, two of which slant inwards to better accommodate a natural resting hand position.

This unit features a USB 2.0 wired connection by means of the six-foot cable that is included with your purchase. The keyboard also uses a built-in, curved wrist rest that extends the full length of the keyboard.

Bottom Line

This keyboard works out to be extremely affordable, and is among the more inexpensive of our top picks. You can get your Periboard-512 in either black or white, and there is also a wireless option available — albeit at a premium.

This keyboard also comes with a one-year limited warranty, which protects your purchase against any manufacturing issues or defects that may arise.

With RGB and backlighting capabilities typically comes a larger price tag. That’s not the case, however, with the NPET K10 Gaming Keyboard. This unit offers a cool white finish with blue backlighting, all at a very attractive price.

The keyboard features a full-size layout with a non-slip, aircraft-grade, silver aluminum frame, boasting exceptional durability. Its tactile, splash-proof keys are not only quiet but are also rated for up to 50 million clicks!

This keyboard uses a wired connection. All you need to do is plug the USB cable (included with your purchase) right into your computer and it’s ready to use!

Bottom Line

As we mentioned earlier, this keyboard is fairly affordable, particularly when you consider that you’re getting backlighting as a feature.

If you’re not big on the keyboard’s white finish and cool blue LED backlighting, you can choose from a variety of color and backlighting combinations — black with blue LED, black with RGB LED, or white with RGB LED. You can even get a white or black keyboard with no backlighting!

If you’re in the market for not only a new keyboard but also a new mouse, consider pulling the trigger on this two-in-one keyboard and mouse set from Havit!

This full-size mechanical keyboard features a cool black finish along with RGB illumination that can be adjusted on the fly, thanks to 14 customizable presets. The keyboard uses a simple USB connection, and also comes with its own removable wrist rest.

The set’s programmable mouse possesses seven customizable keys, including a DPI button that allows you to toggle through six different DPI levels. Like the keyboard, this mouse plugs right into your computer via its built-in USB cable. It also features RGB illumination; and each color represents a corresponding DPI level.

Bottom Line

As it includes both a keyboard and a mouse, the Havit mechanical gaming set works out to be one of the better deals on our list. In fact, its price tag is comparable to many of the keyboard-only products on the market.

It’s worth noting that this set is also compatible with a range of different computers and operating systems, from Windows to MacOS to Linux and more!

Clicky key switches and heavily animated backlighting isn’t for everyone. If a quiet keyboard with simple backlighting is more of your thing, you might like the K582 SURARA RGB LED Backlit Mechanical Gaming Keyboard from Redragon.

Unlike many keyboards that have tactile, noisy keys, the Redragon K582 Surara uses red switches. These are as quiet as they are durable, and are rated to withstand up to 50 million clicks.

The unit features red backlighting across nine different lighting effect modes, all of which can be recalled via the keyboard itself. It plugs directly into your computer via its USB cable, and it’s compatible with most Windows software, as well as MacOS.

Bottom Line

This Redragon product comes in at around or a little below the average price range for similar mechanical keyboards that are available.

If you don’t love the look of the red on black, you’ll be pleased to know that the keyboard is also offered in RGB-on-black as well — at a very similar price, too!