Tired of the mess of wires on your desk? I know I would be, but since getting one of the best wireless keyboards, I've enjoyed a cable-free setup that's as clean as it is versatile.
But they do a whole lot more than just clean up cables, as these boards offer an exemplary typing experience with features for both productivity and hardcore PC gaming. We have years of testing, reviewing and typing on dozens of keyboards each year, and with decks like the outstanding NuPhy Node75 around, I'm here to say that it's a very good time to grab a wireless keyboard right now.
From experimenting with software, reprogramming keys, tweaking RGB lighting and seeing how each key press feels, our team of keyboard experts and I have whittled down the best wireless keyboard on the market right now. Read on for all our advice on choosing the right one for you!
Keyboards are the bread and butter of computing, and I've tested my fair share of them over the years — whether it's a standalone deck or on laptops. Wireless keyboards are the ones I appreciate the most (who doesn't love a wire-free setup?), and if they come with great battery life, multiple connectivity options and, of course, a brilliant typing experience, then even better. My team of keyboard experts and I have found just the decks.
The best wireless keyboards you can buy today
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The best wireless keyboard overall
"The NuPhy Node75 is a stellar mechanical keyboard, with no serious flaws. It types and sounds great, looks good and demonstrates the best implementation of touch control I’ve seen from any keyboard (and I’ve tested a lot). It’s also highly customizable and, best of all, reasonably priced. The only fault I can scrape together is that the gray colorway is a little bland, so hey, just buy the pink or white version if you feel the same."
The NuPhy Node75 is our favorite wireless keyboard overall. Why? Because it’s just a fantastic all-rounder, and our reviewer and senior editor, Pete Wolinski, had very little to say against it.
Firstly, it’s fairly affordable for a high-end mechanical keyboard, starting at $99. And you can buy it in either a low-profile or standard-profile variant for no extra money, allowing you to tailor the Node to your preference.
Most importantly, the Node75 types like a dream. In a low-profile guise, its Gateron x NuPhy Nano switches have a long travel of 3.5mm for a floaty feel. In standard profile, it uses similar Gateron x NuPhy Max switches, which are also excellent. NuPhy’s mSA (SP) or nSA (LP) keycaps are also supremely comfortable and easy to type on — the standard-profile mSA profile in particular — allowing for fast and accurate typing.
It’s also highly comfortable thanks to a gasket mount; sounds great thanks to, well, most of the above, plus premium build quality; and it features 1,000Hz polling, making it ideal for gaming without the risk of missed inputs. Oh, and there’s a touchbar, too, which can be customized in the fantastic companion web app, nuphy.io.
The only thing our reviewer Pete had to say against the Node 75 was its fairly bland gray colorway, although that works great for an all-rounder keyboard as it won’t look out of place in an office. Besides, there’s a more interesting pink color if that’s a big bother to you.
- Read our full NuPhy Node75 review
The best budget wireless keyboard
"I don’t know about you, but the Epomaker Ajazz AK820 Pro is a winner in my eyes. Not only does this keyboard look awesome, but it also performs extremely well, and that’s down to its super responsive switches, stellar build quality and double-shot PBT keycaps. It’s comfortable to type on for long periods of time, and its handy TFT screen lets you know when it needs to be plugged in for charging. Plus, RGB lighting is fully customizable via the user-friendly software."
When it comes down to it, the Epomaker Ajazz AK820 Pro stands out in the mechanical keyboard world for one thing: packing premium features in an affordable keyboard. For just under $68/£68, you're getting smooth Ajazz Gift or Flying Fish linear mechanical switches, per-key RGB lighting, a sturdy build and even a little screen to show off how much battery is left.
That's a lot for a so-called "budget" wireless keyboard, but that's mainly due to its low price. Despite this, it feels fantastic to type on thanks to its highly responsive keys, which don't need too much pressure to register a command. It also performs extremely well thanks to its stellar build and double-shot PBT keycaps.
Most importantly, it’s comfortable to type on for long periods of time, and its handy TFT screen lets you know when it needs to be plugged in for charging. Plus, RGB lighting is fully customizable via the user-friendly software.
We wish the screen could have been more useful, but regardless, for under $70/£70, the Epomaker Ajazz AK820 Pro offers value like no other.
- Read our full Epomaker Ajazz AK820 Pro
The best wireless gaming keyboard
"After having tested the Lemokey P1 HE, I think I can now say that I’m a magnetic keyboard convert. Don’t get me wrong, I love mechanical switches and I use mech keyboards as my daily drivers in the office and at home, but the P1 HE is something else. It is great for productivity, but it’s jampacked with features that make it a gaming powerhouse."
Blending cutting-edge tech with everyday usability, the Lemokey P1 HE should be at the top of any gamer's list, especially as the do-it-all deck for work during the day and play at night. A 75% keyboard with Hall-Effect switches, the P1 HE delivers serious performance at a competitive price point, making it a standout choice in a market flooded with overpriced options.
Designed for gamers and serious typists, the P1 HE features per-key (from 0.2mm to 3.8mm) and quad-actuation, Rapid Trigger, 1,000Hz polling, and many more goodies — and all of these give you faster, more responsive inputs in both typing and gaming. The keyboard is built like a tank with a full CNC aluminum chassis and topped with durable double-shot PBT keycaps. It doesn’t just feel premium — it is premium.
There’s no need to download bloatware or third-party software onto your computer, either. Lemokey’s OS-agnostic web-based software makes customization a breeze, letting you remap keys, customize RGB lighting and tweak actuation.
The only thing really missing from the P1 HE is a set of macOS-specific keycaps, but considering you get pure, raw power, this is something we’re willing to forgive. The P1 HE, in our opinion, offers one of the most compelling magnetic keyboard experiences out there. It’s fast, customizable and ready for anything.
- Read our full Lemokey P1 HE review
The best mechanical wireless keyboard
"Typing on the V1 Ultra 8K is just as delightful as it was on the OG V1, and with powerful gaming performance to boot, it has now become my go-to keyboard for everything — whether that’s writing my reviews or playing video games in my downtime. As long as you don’t mind the slightly flexing body, I really can’t think of many reasons to not recommend the V1 Ultra 8K."
How do you improve an already outstanding mechanical keyboard? Pump it up with even greater specs, and that's exactly what the Keychron V1 Ultra 8K delivers. This impressive deck brings everything we loved about the Keychron V1, but offers up welcome upgrades that make this just about the finest mechanical keyboard on the market right now.
Let's get the negatives out of the way. With the V1 Ultra 8K being made out of ABS plastic, our reviewer, Nikita, noticed some flex in the frame when (purposefully) twisting it. But that's not generally how you'd handle a keyboard, so hardly a massive deal-breaker, just something to keep in mind. Other than its limited availability (sorry, U.K. folk, but it can be shipped from Europe through the company's site), that's about it.
Everything else is an absolute treat, from the whopping 8,000Hz polling rate for virtually zero input lag, and that's over a wireless 2.4GHz connection, to the crazy 660-hour battery life. You can also expect an exceptionally rich typing experience, with the tactile Banana switches we tested offering up a cushioned feel and lovely sounds. It's hot swappable, too, so you can change switches to your liking.
Along with being quite the looker, especially with its dual-RGB lighting system with all the pretty lights, the Keychron V1 Ultra 8K makes a fine addition to any office, gaming and productivity desks alike. Even better, all for a price that won't break the bank!
- Read our full Keychron V1 Ultra 8K review
The best ergonomic wireless keyboard
"As far as premium ergonomic keyboards go, the Keychron Q14 Max is right up there. Excelling in both design and performance, the Q14 Max offers a comfortable typing experience thanks to the Alice layout. Although it’s extremely heavy, weighing 5.4lbs, its full CNC machine aluminum build adds to its appeal. And as a 96% keyboard, it isn’t designed to take traveling anyway."
The Keychron Q14 Max is ideal for professionals and avid typists who prioritize ergonomics, premium construction and customization in a keyboard. If you spend long hours typing and are looking for comfort and aesthetic appeal, consider the Q14 Max.
The Q14 Max stands out due to its full CNC-machined aluminum construction with a double-gasket design, which minimizes unwanted metallic sounds and pings, providing a more refined sound. The ergonomic Alice layout ensures comfort during extended use as it makes your wrists fall more naturally in place. Also, the southpaw design, which places the number pad on the left-hand side of the keyboard, ensures you have plenty of space for your mouse on the right-hand side and that righties can keep using their mouse while punching in numbers.
During testing, the Q14 Max provided an excellent typing experience, thanks to the Gateron banana tactile switches. However, if you don’t like the stock switches, the keyboard is hot-swappable and compatible with 3- and 5-pin switches. The split design also relieved stress in the wrists, forearms and shoulders, so we enjoyed using the keyboard without worrying about repetitive strain injuries (RSI).
The hefty $209 price tag and 5.4lbs weight are downsides, but neither is heavy enough to be considered a serious drawback. For serious typists seeking precision, comfort and premium build quality, the Q14 Max is worth the investment, despite its high price and heavy build.
- Read our full Keychron Q14 Max review
The best wireless keyboard for typing
"I can’t remember the last time I had so much fun testing a keyboard. The Epomaker Glyph is one of the best mechanical decks you can buy right now. Featuring responsive and light linear switches that are a joy to type on, and offering a creamy sound profile, the Glyph is perfect for those who type for a living."
You'd hope that a wireless keyboard that went out of its way to look like a futurized typewriter would offer a one-of-a-kind typing experience, and that's exactly what the Epomaker Glyph delivers. Blending a top-tier typing experience with a refined, approachable design, our reviewer, Nikita, called it the greatest keyboard they’ve ever typed on. And that says a lot.
If you care about comfort and fatigue-free use, the Glyph stands out. Its pre-lubed Epomaker Wisteria V2 linear switches and double-shot PBT keycaps feel smooth, stable and satisfying with each press. As Nikita noted, after eight hours of work, their fingers weren’t tired at all.
Build quality is fantastic, especially for a board made entirely of plastic. The Glyph feels reassuringly solid and delivers a pleasing acoustic signature that makes daily typing genuinely enjoyable.
Battery life is solid, thanks to the 8,000mAh rechargeable battery, but its per-key RGB and handy screen (that displays the time, date, GIFs, whatever you'd like) can eat away at the battery fast, so be ready to charge after just a day of use.
Mechanical enthusiasts after cutting-edge specs may miss the ultra-high polling rates and marathon runtimes you’ll find on something like the Keychron V1 Ultra 8K. For most users, though, those are trade-offs worth making for superior comfort and everyday usability. For the best typing experience around, the Epomaker Glyph is the wireless keyboard to grab.
- Read our full Epomaker Glyph review
Also tested
We get a load of wireless keyboards coming our way every month, and while we sing praises about many of them, you won't see all of them on this list. That doesn't mean they aren't worth your attention, though!
For a deeper dive into the wireless keyboards we've tested, here's a look at our thoughts on them.
How to choose the best wireless keyboard
It can be tricky to find the best wireless keyboard for your needs. Whether you want a peripheral to work or game on, price, size and what switch types a board supports should also be considered before you take the plunge on a device your fingers will probably be typing away on every day.
That's why we’ve broken down and explained the key factors you should consider before buying your next wireless keyboard below.
- Working vs gaming: which is your main priority? Will you primarily be typing on a keyboard for work? Or are you going to be putting those WASD keys through their paces in your favorite PC games? Read our best keyboards guide if you want the finest peripherals to type on for productivity tasks, while check out our picks of the best gaming keyboards if play is the priority.
- Mechanical or membrane? This comes down to type feel and noise. Mechanical keyboards have individual switches under each key, providing a satisfying click with each press, akin to using a typewriter. Membrane boards normally use silicon switches, which means they offer less travel distance when typing and are far quieter than their mechanical alternatives.
- What size do you need? Most of us are used to full-sized keyboards, which have separate number pads. But if you want something a bit smaller, consider getting a tenkeyless wireless keyboard, which forgoes a separate number pad. Smaller form 70% and 60% "mini keyboards" are becoming increasingly popular, so if you don't have much desk space, they're definitely worth considering.
- What kind of switches do you want? If you go the mechanical wireless keyboard route, you need to consider the type of switches you desire. There are lots of options to choose from when it comes to mechanical switches, but they generally vary in two big ways: how noisy they are, and when they register a keypress. Once you know whether you want quiet vs noisy and linear vs tactile, you'll have narrowed your options down from dozens to a handful.
- How much should you spend? A good wireless keyboard will likely cost you between $50 to $200. While the latter price might seem high for a keyboard, remember that you're paying for quality: A $20 to $30 membrane keyboard from a trusted manufacturer, like Logitech or Dell, will work well enough, but it won't be nearly as comfortable (or last as long) as a high-quality wireless board.
- Do you need a hot-swappable keyboard? If you’re a casual PC user, no. Hot-swappable boards let you replace the switches beneath your keycaps, giving you the option of clickier key presses. Hot-swappable keyboards are primarily aimed at hardcore PC players, so if you just need a good wireless board for work, the simple answer is no.
How we test wireless keyboards
To find the best, we run each keyboard we review through a variety of tests. The first, and most important, test is to play through a number of different games and see how the keyboard holds up.
After that, we take a deep dive into a keyboard's software suite, evaluating how easy (or difficult) it is to reprogram keys, set up macros, adjust lighting and create profiles for games. Particularly intuitive software gets high marks; convoluted software can lose some points, even if it's very robust otherwise.
Finally, we make sure to use a keyboard for productivity and personal gaming for at least two or three days. Most of us don't swap keyboards in and out; what you use for general computing, you'll need to use for work and gaming as well. The better a keyboard is at everyday tasks, the better the recommendation we give it.
