We compared two full-size wired USB keyboards: the Kensington Durable Full Size Wired USB Keyboard and the Arteck USB Wired Backlit Keyboard.
What we looked at
Spill protection, backlight, cable length, thickness, and price.
The verdict
If you want a simple, spill-resistant office keyboard for under £10, the Kensington is the pick at £9.99. If you would rather pay £22.00 more for a thin scissor-switch board with a 7-colour backlight, the Arteck is the alternative, at £31.99.
A £9.99 sealed-membrane keyboard that lets spills run through.
A £31.99 slim backlit scissor-key keyboard with a 1.8m cable.
Kensington Durable Full Size Wired USB Keyboard, UK Layout (1500109) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a full-size wired USB keyboard with a sealed membrane design that lets liquid from accidental spills run through without damaging the electronics, a 150cm USB cable, plug and play use with Windows and Mac, tactile feedback keys and a UK layout. Carries 4.6 stars from 7.5K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Far cheaper than the Arteck on these listings, at £9.99
- Sealed membrane design lets spills run through
- Plug and play with a 150cm cable
- Higher star rating than the Arteck (4.6 vs 4.5)
Worth knowing
- No backlight stated on the listing
- Shorter 150cm cable than the Arteck's 1.8m
Best for
- Buyers who want a cheap, robust office keyboard
- Anyone who is worried about spills
- Those who want the higher-rated option
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a backlight
- Anyone who wants a slim low-profile board
Arteck USB Wired Backlit Keyboard with 7 Colours, Full Size — Backlit Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a full-size wired USB keyboard with a 7-colour backlight and 3 brightness levels, a 1.8m cable, scissor-X structure low-profile keys for quiet typing, a numeric keypad and media hotkeys, in an ultra-thin body of about 16.7 x 4.5 x 0.24 inches and 17.4oz. Carries 4.5 stars from 3.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 7 backlight colours with 3 brightness levels
- Scissor-X low-profile keys described as quiet
- 1.8m cable with a numeric keypad and media hotkeys
- Ultra-thin and light
Worth knowing
- Costs £22.00 more than the Kensington on these listings
- No spill-proof design stated on the listing
Best for
- Buyers who type in low light
- Anyone who wants a slim, quiet keyboard
- Those who want media hotkeys
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants spill protection
