Logitech MX Keys Mini Minimalist Wireless Keyboard

This is my fourth Logitech MX Keys keyboard, and despite some challenges, I continue to enjoy using it. #### My Journey with MX Keys 1. **First Keyboard**: It lasted a few years with no issues. 2. **Second Keyboard**: Accidentally spilled juice on it, but fortunately, it was insured through Asurion, so I replaced it. 3. **Third Keyboard**: Arrived with a damaged key that kept popping off while typing. I returned it within the return window. 4. **Current Keyboard**: While functional, it feels used, with squishy keys. Unfortunately, I don’t have time to return it, so I’m making do for now. #### What I Like About the MX Keys - **Typing Experience**: - Butterfly-style, low-profile linear switches provide a smooth, quiet, and efficient typing experience. - Raised keys offer satisfying feedback, ideal for long hours of work. - **Noise Level**: - The keyboard is exceptionally quiet, making it perfect for my job in a hospital call center where loud typing could disturb calls with doctors or patients. - **Design**: - Sleek, low-profile, and good weight, feels premium. - The keys are easy to locate, ensuring predictable hand positioning. - Stable on the desk, thanks to its weight. - **Backlighting**: - Backlight works well, though it occasionally activates unnecessarily, like when its dark and I am wathcing a video. - **Functionality**: - Full keyboard layout is great for quick calculations and number entry. - Useful function keys for tasks like adjusting backlight, volume, screenshots, and locking the computer. - Seamlessly switches between Mac and Windows without needing a separate keyboard. - **Battery**: - I keep it plugged in most of the time but occasionally let the battery drain to 10% to maintain its health. - **Compatibility**: - Pairs well with the "Logitech MX Palm Rest," providing excellent wrist support for extended use. #### Challenges (Cons): 1. **Key Feel**: - The keys on my current keyboard feel mushy compared to the crisp, clacky feel of a brand-new one. 2. **Cleaning Difficulties**: _ BIG REASON WHY THE LOW STAR RATING - Hair or crumbs under the keys are hard to clean out. Removing the keys risks damaging them, and Logitech likely discourages this. - Spills are especially problematic; unlike mechanical keyboards where individual keys and switches can be cleaned, spills can render this keyboard unusable. 3. **Backlight Quirk**: - While helpful for nighttime use, the backlight occasionally turns on unnecessarily, maybe vibration or something else, seems to turn on randomly sometimes. 4. **Typing Speed**: - My words-per-minute (WPM) is slightly slower compared to my mechanical keyboard ("Rainy 75"), and it’s less satisfying overall, though still adequate. #### Final Thoughts ### Final Thoughts The Logitech MX Keys is a sleek, quiet, and functional keyboard ideal for professional use. Its low-profile switches, intuitive layout, and seamless device switching make it great for extended work sessions. However, it requires careful handling, as it’s difficult to clean and not spill-resistant. While the mushy key feel on my current unit is disappointing, it’s still a reliable option if you prioritize quiet performance and thoughtful design over durability.