One thing we all have in common, is we're on the computer a lot, and we probably use the keyboard as much as or more than most other computer professionals. What is your style of keyboard that you use and why?
I started with a "plain" Dell one long ago, moved into an ergonomic style Fellowes one, and then after I broke my wrist, I needed something smaller and easier to press so I got a small gaming-style mechanical keyboard and really loved that thing. Unfortunately, it was only $25 and didn't last long. I just picked up a Unicomp Ultra Classic which is a rebranded IBM Model M keyboard and it is a bit big and bulky, and I'm still trying to get used to the buckling springs vs. the Cherry MX Blue ripoffs I had before.
Still can't tell if I like this thing, but I'm happy that it is at least working as I have research work due tomorrow. Tell us your keyboard story.
Hi. I prefer to use mechanical keyboards because they can last much longer than membrane keyboards. I also really like the sound when I press the keys on a mechanical keyboard. To make my mechanical keyboard last as long as possible I prefer to use a keyboard cover warrington-worldwide.co.uk/2022/06/13/what-is-the… because it protects my keyboard from chips and dust. Also with this cover my keyboard is impossible to scratch.
Everyone who works on a laptop knows that no matter how hard you try, the keyboard is not protected from dust, debris, food debris, and even drops of water or drinks occasionally get on it. Therefore, my 11 in macbook air keyboard cover is now only in it. This is good because I like to eat in front of the monitor.
I am using the Corsair K70 RGB ... and I am loving it!
So far, I have only great things to say about it
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I use logitech g413 carbon just because I like it's mechanical feedback and the responsive sound in this price segment along with that it's keys are very light to type just 6 grams of activation pressure along with a fast activation distance. the alignment is proper and romer-g switches give a perfect lighting to each individual key with least losses and and perfect focus on each key. Along with all these red colour is easily visible and least straining for eyes.
It's colour matches my setup theme too. ;)
Just a cheap Logitech K120. It does everything I need: typing things. I like wired keyboards for responsiveness and privacy. EDIT: and it has a standard layout. I don't want 'insert' to be somewhere else when I use another computer.
Coolermaster Quickfire Rapid-i with Cherry MX Browns, modded with o-rings and spacebar + modifier keys silencers.
White backlight, pleasant in the eye, multiple setups for the light itself. Recommended.
People might think I'm a weird person, but I enjoy using my Razer BlackWidow tournament edition. Originally I was using it to play video games, but I became mesmerized by the clicking of the key I use it when I program. It isn't the best keyboard in other areas except gaming. However, it's my person preference.
I use a Rapoo E9080.
My main reason buying it was its size. I work a lot out of the office, and these times often find me outside my home. This means my keyboard is in my bag wherever I go. It's thin and small, but not too small.
Initially I liked it having a touch pad / numeric pad combo (you can switch between functionalities with a swipe), but it often bugs me now (sometimes I accidentally tap it with my right pinky when pressing Enter). Also, having my trackball in my bag makes it unimportant. This means that on the long run I will switch to another model, although I will probably stay with Rapoo.
I personally fell in love into Drevo Gramr 84! Love its compact style and having del,hm,pu,pd and end keys just under my most left finger - muscle memory FTW. I use black switches there (tried also red ones, but doesn't like it at all). It's pretty cheap too, around ~40usd on alliexpress.
At home I use a mechanical keyboard made by Corsair with Cherry MX silent switches.
At work I use a scissor-switch keyboard made by Razer
I used to use Microsoft Comfort Curve keyboards which I loved but they don't last very long.
I ended up with a CM Storm QuickFire with cherry brown switches and so far it's the longest lasting keyboard I've had. I've got the TenKeyless version which gives a bit more space for the mouse.
HP Wireless Elite. I've used these for several years now. I like them because the keys are more laptop-like. It's my preference. The ones I own are getting older. They cost $49 (USD) when I purchased them originally. The newer models are only $29. Not sure how good the newer ones are, but when the one I use daily finally wears out, I'll go for a newer one.
Das Keyboard 4 Professional for Mac Mechanical Keyboard - Soft Tactile - Brown. I just love the feel of typing on it.
I'm super curious about this one, though, has anyone tried it? crowdsupply.com/ugl/ultimate-hacking-keyboard
I'm using my XPSs built in keyboard, for me it's usually a matter of time then I get my hands on (ho ho) on any keyboard. One thing I really enjoy though it's the low keys and that it doesn't matter where on the key I press, I don't know if that's what's called mechanical.
Microsoft Sculpt, I was using the microsoft natural 4000 for years before.
I am not sure what my next one will be, I was thinking about keyboardio or maybe another ergonomic one.
I am one who likes heavy weighed keys also. Getting rid of the cheap keyboard and and moving to a high quality tactile keyboards has increased my productivity as I can tell my typing speed has increased and less errors.
I am currently using Topre Type Heaven 101 Keyboard. Pricey compared to all the cheap $20.00 keyboards but has already paid for itself.
Trust GXT 280 because it was not too expensive and it's illuminated :-)

Leopold 660m with brown keyswitch ... It's small and all nice build. You can have it with topre switch.
Mechanical Keyboard Filco Majestouch 2 Ninja with Cherry Blue switches :D
In the early days I didn't care about the keyboard and used what was there. I tried everything (rubber, silicon pad etc.). Since a couple of years I use almost only mechanical ones though I realized that it makes a difference when using this devies 10+ hours a day. These are the ones I use:
at Work: Cherry G-80 with MX-Clears and Coolermaster Masterkeys L with MX-Browns
at Home: Coolermaster Masterkeys S with MX-Browns
I prefer tactile switches and the Browns are great because they don't drive my room mates crazy. And I don't mind many fancy stuff on the keyboard and the Coolermaster are great "simple".
If I have to use some rubber dome keyboards then the basic series (like Microsoft Wired Desktop 600 in particular) from Microsoft is really good.
I am on Topre switches (Realforce TKL).
The TKL part helps me travel less distance to reach the mouse/trackball when I need it.
I also like the "rubber" feel of those switches, even if I know they are controversial.
That board, I am using it for 3 years non stop now, and it helped relieving pain in my hands.
At home, I have 2 cherry boards, one Red and one Brown (Majestouch TKL and Black Pawn 60% respectively) and also like them almost equally.
I like "light" keys.
IBM Model M, when you have to type every blasted character in ASCII7, accept no substitutes.
I'm a bit of a buckling spring elitist... as in for me even the Unicomps feel like soft, mushy, pathetic imitations of a REAL pre-lexmark Model M. The Unicomp offerings seem to be based on the last/later models and because of that they are not as robust in spring strength or build as the pre 1992 versions, and certainly don't seem to "break" as crisply on each keypress.
My own "perfect" M on my workstation is a mix of the 1992 Lexmark keycaps which I like for the larger text on them, the 1984 mechanicals as they are the "true M" feel, and the logic board and outer case off a 1988 model as it requires less electricity than earlier ones (making it more compatible with USB converters), features the detachable cable, and the casing was pristine.
But I'm a bit like Al Bundy was about toilets when it comes to the Model M.
Bud, keyboards today aren't worthy of the name. They come in designer colours and they're too low... and when you type on 'em, you get this little weak, almost apologetic sound. Not the Model M; they only come in beige, and when you type on 'em? Ker-CLICK! That's a man's click Bud. A Model M says "I'm a keyboard, gimme your best shot!" Oh if only a Model M could speak the stories it could tell...
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I'm using FL680, mechanical keyboard. I got the pain of hands and wrist like you. So I changed to FL680. I love this sound, feelings and size. Nowadays, I have hobbies, writing n making custom keyboards. Keyboards make my life change!