We compared two popular wireless keyboards that take different approaches: the low-profile, quiet-typing Logitech MX Keys S and the compact mechanical Keychron K2.
What we looked at
Typing style and switches, layout, connectivity, stated battery life, extras such as keycaps, and price. The MX Keys S copy sticks to its listing title, because its feature bullets on Amazon describe a different Logitech keyboard.
The verdict
If you want a quiet, low-profile, programmable and backlit keyboard at the lower price, the Logitech MX Keys S is the office-friendly pick. If you want a compact mechanical keyboard with Gateron switches, up to three Bluetooth devices, a stated 72-hour typing battery and extra Mac and Windows keycaps, the Keychron K2 is the enthusiast option, at a slightly higher price and without a number pad.
A quiet, low-profile, programmable backlit keyboard at the lower price, but not mechanical and no battery figure in the title.
A compact mechanical keyboard with a stated 72-hour battery and 3-device Bluetooth, but it costs a little more and has no number pad.
Logitech MX Keys S Programmable Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard (Graphite, UK QWERTY) — Quiet & Low-Profile
Intended for: Marketed as a low-profile wireless keyboard with fluid, quiet typing, programmable keys, backlighting, Bluetooth and USB-C, for Windows, Linux, Chrome and Mac, in a UK QWERTY layout.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Keychron K2 on these listings
- Low-profile design with fluid, quiet typing
- Programmable keys and backlighting
- Bluetooth connectivity with USB-C, for Windows, Linux, Chrome and Mac
- UK QWERTY layout
Worth knowing
- The listing title gives no battery-life figure, unlike the Keychron
- Not a mechanical keyboard, unlike the Keychron K2
Best for
- Anyone who wants a quiet, low-profile keyboard for the office
- Buyers who want a programmable, backlit keyboard across Windows, Mac, Linux and Chrome
- People who want the lower price
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a mechanical keyboard with switches
- Buyers who want a stated battery-life figure
Keychron K2 Version 2 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (ISO-UK, White LED, Gateron Brown) — Best Mechanical
Intended for: Marketed as a compact 75% (84-key) ISO-UK wireless mechanical keyboard with white LED backlighting, Gateron Brown switches, Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices, and a 4000 mAh battery, with a Mac layout and extra Windows keycaps.
What we liked
- Mechanical Gateron Brown switches stated for 50 million keystrokes
- Compact 75% (84-key) layout that keeps shortcut and arrow keys
- Bluetooth 5.1 connection for up to 3 devices, and a wired USB option
- 4000 mAh battery, stated for up to 72 hours of typing or about 7 days of normal use
- Mac layout with extra keycaps for both Windows and Mac
Worth knowing
- Costs a little more than the Logitech MX Keys S on these listings
- Plastic frame on this version, and no number pad on the 75% layout
Best for
- Typists who want a compact mechanical keyboard with a stated battery figure
- Mac and Windows users who want extra keycaps included
- Anyone who wants to switch between up to 3 devices
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a low-profile, near-silent keyboard
- Anyone who needs a number pad
