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A picture of the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard with a Tom's Guide Black Friday price drop badge

My favorite mechanical keyboard of the year just got its first ever discount for Black Friday

By Anthony Spadafora published 20 November 23

The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is currently on sale for Black Friday and could make the perfect gift for that old-school gamer in your life.

The best gaming keyboard in 2023

By Anthony Spadafora last updated 9 November 23

The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

The best mechanical keyboards in 2023

By Alex Wawro last updated 3 November 23

Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.

Best iPad keyboards in 2023

By Terry Sullivan last updated 1 November 23

Find the best iPad keyboard case or stand-alone keyboard to maximize your productivity.

The Keychron K2 hot swappable keyboard on a desk in front of a Mac

This is the best mechanical keyboard I’ve owned — and it’s the lowest price ever for Prime Day

By Peter Wolinski published 10 October 23

The Keychron K2 is currently at its lowest price ever in Prime Day sales.

Typing on the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard

I used this NES-style mechanical keyboard for a week — and it’s great for $99

By Anthony Spadafora published 30 September 23

8BitDo is known for its controllers but the company now makes a mechanical keyboard with a retro design that packs in loads of features for under $100.

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% keyboard on desk

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review

By Tony Polanco published 20 September 23

Editor's Choice

The Razer BlackWidow V4 75% is a great product for keyboard modders and those curious about the hobby. It’s arguably Razer’s best keyboard ever.

Best keyboards in 2023

By Alex Wawro last updated 18 September 23

These are the best keyboards for school or home use, including wired and wireless keyboards.

Corsair K70 Max review

By Tony Polanco published 30 August 23

Editor's Choice

The Corsair K70 Max has a familiar design but its programmable magnetic switches arguably make it the company’s best keyboard yet.

The new OnePlus keyboard just ruined other keyboards for me — here’s why

By Tony Polanco published 5 August 23

OnePlus and Keychron teamed up to create my new favorite mechanical keyboard. Here's why I think the OnePlus Keyboard 81 Pro is so fantastic.

Logitech MX Keys Mini with Prime Day deals tag

I test PCs for a living — and the keyboard I use every day is on sale for Prime Day

By Dave Meikleham published 12 July 23

The Logitech Keys MX Mini is a great little board, and it’s now reduced in a decent Prime Day deal.

I took a chance on this $50 mechanical keyboard and it's great except for one thing

By Anthony Spadafora published 27 May 23

I tried out a budget mechanical keyboard from RedDragon to see if you could really get a great low-profile keyboard without breaking the bank.

Best wireless keyboards in 2023

By Alex Wawro last updated 18 May 23

These are the best wireless keyboards for school, work or gaming, based on our hands-on testing and expertise.

New photo of OnePlus' first-ever keyboard leaked — and in looks retro-chic

By Andy Sansom published 24 January 23

A leaked image of OnePlus' first-ever keyboard has given us an idea of what to expect from its design come February 7.

A mechanical keyboard next to a trackball mouse

This is the one feature I absolutely need when using a smaller keyboard — here’s why

By Anthony Spadafora published 16 January 23

Smaller 80%, 60% and even 40% keyboards give you a lot more room on your desk but you want to make sure the keyboard you pick has this one feature first.

This keyboard has transformed how I work — and it’s $40 off right now

By Alex Wawro published 21 November 22

The Keyboardio Model 100 is a crowdfunded split mechanical ergonomic keyboard that's one of the best I've ever used—and right now you can get one at a discount.

A macro pad next to a mechanical keyboard

This $20 accessory solved one of my biggest problems — and changed how I control my PC

By Anthony Spadafora published 12 November 22

Adding a macro pad to your desk setup can make it even easier to use your PC as you can program each of its keys to do practically anything you can think of.

Why you want a mechanical keyboard

By Marshall Honorof published 25 October 22

While there are decent membrane keyboards on the market, if you're an average typist or a core gamer, you're better off going mechanical.

Drop + The Lord of the Rings ENTR on table outside

Drop + The Lord of the Rings ENTR keyboard review

By Jordan Palmer published 17 October 22

Drop now has two special The Lord of the Rings editions of its ENTR keyboard. While I love the look, the entry-level keyboard itself does not thrill me.

How to clean a mechanical keyboard

By Anthony Spadafora last updated 13 October 22

Mechanical keyboards can last for years if you know how to clean them properly and do so fairly often.

A guide to mechanical keyboard switches

By Marshall Honorof published 30 September 22

Mechanical keyboard switches come in a variety of flavors (or colors). From Cherry Red to Razer Green, here's what you need to know about each switch.

Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 Review: The Best Gaming Keyboard You Can Buy

By Marshall Honorof last updated 29 September 22

Editor's Choice

Beautiful, functional and innovative, the Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 is a gaming keyboard that has something for everyone.

Razer BlackWidow Lite Review: A Gaming Keyboard for the Office

By Marshall Honorof last updated 29 September 22

The Razer BlackWidow Lite is a welcome addition to the lineup and a smart investment for gamers who need to get some work done.

Das Keyboard MacTigr review

By Jordan Palmer published 31 August 22

The MacTigr struggles to justify that price tag

Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro review

By Marshall Honorof published 17 August 22

Editor's Choice

The Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro is one of Razer’s best keyboards in years, combining a no-nonsense design with excellent functionality and pleasant RGB lighting.

Cherry MX 10.0N RGB keyboard lying flat on a desk, RGBs lit in a rainbow ripple pattern

Cherry MX 10.0N RGB keyboard review

By Alex Wawro published 26 July 22

The Cherry MX 10.0N RGB is a premium mechanical keyboard with low-profile linear switches that help it stay remarkably thin. If that's the kind of keyboard you crave, this is a great option.

Vissles V84 review: The wireless mechanical keyboard for everyone

By Jordan Palmer published 4 April 22

Editor's Choice

The Vissles 84 is the best entry-level keyboard I’ve ever used, and a great introduction to the world of mechanical keyboards.

Corsair K70 RGB Pro review

By Marshall Honorof published 21 March 22

Editor's Choice

The Corsair K70 RGB Pro is a worthy follow-up to its best-in-class predecessor. If you’re in the market for a wired mechanical gaming keyboard, this is the one to get.

Leopold FC750R PD mechanical keyboard review

By Michael Cahlin published 2 June 21

Editor's Choice

The Leopold FC750R PD should appeal to mechanical keyboard enthusiasts who can live without a number pad, and don't need the bells and whistles that gaming models offer.

Raspberry Pi 400: Everything we know

By Tom Pritchard published 21 April 21

The Raspberry Pi 400 is a keyboard with a working Raspberry Pi built in

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