Logitech MX Keys Mini Review - 6 Months Later
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
- Review of the Logitech MX Keys Mini Keyboard after 6 months of using one with both a Mac and PC. We'll take you through the best features of the keyboard, why you'd choose it over another membrane keyboard like the Apple Magic Keyboard, some downsides we ran into, especially with firmware updates and who we recommend this keyboard for.
In this review we'll take you through some of the best features about this computer like Easy Switch, which allows you to connect up to 3 different devices via Bluetooth to this keyboard. Plus a look at the backlight, typing experience vs. the MX Keys Mechanical, Logi Options Plus app for Mac & Windows, how to do key remapping, and some issues and bugs we ran into with the software. We'll also discuss why the Logi Bolt receiver is an excellent option for those who have a lot of other Bluetooth devices they use with their computer and we'll walk you through why you'd choose this keyboard over an Apple keyboard and what advantages you still get with the Apple Keyboard.
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0:00 - Switch between 3 devices
1:11 - Build Quality & Color Options
1:47 - Typing experience vs. Mechanical
2:36 - Backlight & Battery Life
3:12 - Logi Options Plus app
3:45 - Key remapping
5:01 - Software bugs
5:53 - Logi Bolt Receiver
7:09 - Firmware update fake-out
7:46 - MX Keys Mini vs. Apple Keyboard
8:30 - Logitech Flow
8:42 - Why go for MX Keys Mini?
9:14 - Where Apple Keyboards are still better
9:45 - Why go with a Mini-sized keyboard?
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Because why?????
For anybody considering getting one of these...I hope you like touch-typing. I've had mine for just over 6 months now, and a bunch of the keys have worn so much that they're illegible and the backlight's shining through. While it's a great keyboard in use, I suspect it's light-use-only. Pretty disappointing for a £100 keyboard.
UPDATE: Contacted Logitech support to get some replacement keycaps, and they took my address then said they don't supply spares for these keyboards. Then, without any pushing, they just said "Your replacement keyboard is on its way to you. Please dispose of the faulty one responsibly.". Fair play to them!
I think it is your sweat and you might have a little bit of acid coming out, happens to a lot of people, but after one year of heavy using everyday mine still looks like new
Note that they do not carry any replacement parts not even the battery. I know that the full version will not work even with cable after battery have died, it might be the same for the mini. To them, this is a $100 wear and tear product.
have you actually received it, tho?
I've used my mx keys for two years and it's perfect, literally looks like the first day I took it out of the box (I even clean it with alcohol which you shouldn't do)
Logitech has the best customer service for consumer electronics.
Totally agree re. ergonomics. I can't believe there aren't more compact keyboard options out there, given the fact that MOST people use mice and/or trackpads alongside their keyboards. I was getting so many shoulder issues (granted, it did take me a while to figure out what the issue was). Getting a compact keyboard made a huge difference. I miss my Print Screen, Home and End keys, but alas it's worth it.
great review! can't agree more about choosing mini sized keyboards that helps ergonomics of your body! Just ordered mx keys mini graphite version and can't wait to use it!
Just got the full size MX Keys and I love it!
The ergonomics problem of the numeric pad on the right can be solved if you use the mouse on the left. After you get used with it, a whole new world opens. You can immediately type the "enter" key AND keep your left hand on the mouse. Your right wrist will also be spared of complications like carpal tunnel syndrome. I switch hands at least 2 times per year or anytime I feel some discomfort in my wrists.
I got the MX Keys Mini Mac version for a good deal at Best Buy and it’s amazing for me! I did have to order a Logitech Bolt Receiver on Amazon to not use Bluetooth and it works like a charm as well! Absolutely love the comfortability of the keyboard
Usb c, longer battery, charge quickly and portable wise. The best mini keyboard ive ever bought. Now my table is so damn clean compared of having big chunky keyboard like Razer huntsman elite.
I've had the full version of this keyboard for 2 years now and it is still my fav board out of all the keyboards I own. The only downside I encountered is the volume button sometimes glitches when you're presses it and will go all the way up or down. Other than that, no real issues. I usually only have to charge it once every 2-3 weeks. And I use it for coding, gaming, surfing, etc.
What you mean "full version"? The mechanical keys one or the num pad one?
@@AlexandreG the full version lol. I personally hate mechanical keyboards.
@@thelonercoder5816 thanks. How is it the typing experience? I hear a lot of people talk down on the typing experience of these rounded keys Logitech keyboards
@@AlexandreG I guess it's just personal preference if you like low profile/chiclet keyboards. I've grown up typing on laptops so i'm biased to like chiclet keyboards.. and I love that the keys are indented and easy to press compared to laptops that are fully flat. This is the one of the best chiclet boards on the market right now. What I would suggest you do is order it from amazon and use it for 2-3 days (just enough time to get over that learning curve). If you don't like it, you can get a full refund.
Guess the volume issue is common, i have the same. But still a decent keyboard
Great video. Especially section why to choose for MX Keys 8:42 and why to choose for Magic Keyboard 9:14 were very helpful for me. For me conclusion was to go for Apple Magic Keyboard as I don't care about device switching and custom keys.
I've had the logi mx keys mini for about 4 months. Never heard of it until I brought it. This thing kicks ass!
I charged it once 4 months ago and it has just reached the 50% mark with daily use. Zero problems. Fits in the protective sleeve with my laptop and then into the bag. It's sturdy with a solid feel to it. So far it has been an excellent purchase for me. Comes with mouse. No problems with it either.
This youtuber says the keyboard is membrane keyboard. But is it true though? I thought it was scissor switches?
Just came across your channel! Do you think you could do a 6 month later view of the MX master 3s mouse?
Just bought this keyboard a few days ago. It is a joy typing on this one. I had a clicky mechanical and honestly the noise was getting to much. This sounds more civilized and refined. The ability to pair with three other devices is amazing. The other function keys are amazing too and it's Mac compatible.
9:50 this is so true. I wish they would put the number keys on the left side of the keyboard so it doesn't eat up valuable mouse space.
You could consider buying the mini version and a numpad separately if it bothers you. Just a thought 🙂
I use my mouse on the left side. Buttons are reversed, too.
Great review. You talking about how it's not exactly like an Apple keyboard made me want it more.
It's a feature, not a bug 😂
I have the full version of this keyboard and I love it. Had it for more than two years now. The mini is great as well, but for some reason just feels a little different from the full version. Although the portability of the mini is unbeatable..
What you mean "full version"? The mechanical keys one or the num pad one?
@@AlexandreG Sorry yeah, the standard size with the number pad is what I meant!
different as in better keyspacing?
Again, I was not the only person who hates mechanical keyboards. I just don't understand why so many people say that mechanical keyboards feel better. I prefer Apple keyboard or other high-end laptop chiclet keyboards. They are thin, so no need for cumbersome wrist rests; they are quite; they require less efforts to press. The only problem is that most non-crappy keyboards for desktop PC's are now mechanical. I mean, find a keyboard with 75% layout, backlight, and firmware key customisability that ISN'T mechanical.
It's like seeing glass body having replaced plastic body in smart phones. Plastics are light, cheap, practical, and allows wireless charging. Hipsters said it feels cheap, so now all smartphone manufacturers use glass body that gets easily shattered and users have to protect it with a plastic case.
Thanks looks great love your reviews
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoy them!
How does the feeling on this compared to the standard ThinkPad laptop keyboard?
I got my MX five days ago. This was meant to pair with my new Mac mini M2 with an M2 dock. I'm loving it. Having used Windows for about 40 years, I 'm experiencing a steep learning curve go to MAC but the keyboard, with standard MAC labeled keys, helps.
Hi my guy, do you know how it compares to the G915 TKL?
Do the FN and F key combination cause the current window to shift into Full Screen??
Is it possible to install logi options on one computer, setup the settings, and then have those settings be stored on the keyboard? I’m asking because my work computer does not allow Logitech software to be installed.
I agree with you on the membrane keyboard - the feel, speed, low key travel make for faster and more comfortable typing - it feels like a high-quality laptop keyboard which we're all slowly realizing is better to type on than these long-travel, noisier mechanical keyboards.
Membrane vs mechanical is completely up to preference imo, but I think the key is _low-profile_ over standard height keyboards.
But even that has preference. Too low and the typing (to me anyway) feels too stiff and the feeling of my fingers coming to a hard stop so suddenly gets tiring (talking about the uber cheap and flat keyboards at my school). Too high and typing speed feels restricted. I would like a happy medium between the two, which I _think_ most low-profile switches satisfy.
Only typed on one with cherry mx clones though so maybe others might disappoint, but pretty sure things like switch travel is standard between types.
Oh yeah, of course sound is subjective too lol. I like silent keyboards (typed on a friend's and loved it), but another friend's was quiet, but not silent and the sound was amazing.
Is it possible to use the universal version without the software and keeping the default shortcuts?
Do I HAVE to connect this with bluetooth or can I only use the cable and keep it plugged in all the time?
Why won't ghub control it for mapping? I've never heard of the one you said
I own the Pale-Grey model since it happened to be cheaper than the black model at the time I bought it, White light+White Keycaps makes it pretty hard to read during the day but its still usable, just a small nitpick but all white keyboards+white backlit have this same issue. Not many smaller compact keyboards out there that are back-lit so I went with this MX Keys Mini to repalce my 1st gen Apple Magic Keyboard. I do own a full size wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard but I prefer to use this MX Keys Mini for general use and for more desk space lol
Definitely can recommend the MX Keys Mini version in Black. But the Pale-Gray color seems to go on sale for cheaper sometimes.
How to fix the firmware update glitch? I also can’t update mine, same issue on the video. I don’t know if I have the latest firmware.
this keyboard typing feel is so good that I need to look it up on review videos to make sure if this is a membrane keyboard. (I am a mecha linear heavy gram keyboard user)
I read it does not work with preexisted logitech usb bolt?( Unify ). Is that true? Dobyou need an extra usb?
Same here. I like the feel of membrane keyboards too. Every time I press on a key it feels like I'm clicking on a fidget toy. Mechanical keyboards sounds like pieces of wood tapping together. I even use this for gaming.
I’m also thinking of using this for some gaming and work! What are your experiences with using it for gaming so far? And what games do you tend to play with it
Thank you for the long-term review! One thing I want to note that is MX keys mini uses scissor switches, not membrane switches.
Thanks for pointing that out, I should have mentioned the type of switch on it for those who wanted that detail thinking I meant a standard membrane switch. Both are still technically membrane but scissor definitely feels better imo. - Josh
scissor switch is a form of membrane switch
Thanks for the review. I like long term reviews and wish more people did them. Does connection via bolt receiver require windows to be running? Can you enter and use this keyboard in bios?
Yes you can. I have no problem with my Lenovo Thinkstation P360 tiny.
On the regular MX KEYS I miss a slot to store the USB receiver in, and the lack of a forth connection device: the USB receiver. I didn't really understand why you need to pair the USB receiver and thus loose one of the connecting devices (makes no sense to me).
Just got mine too, nice keyboard...
In regards to the logibolt reciever. You will need it if you need to access bios eg for tweeking, changing boot sequence or overclocking your Pc. You won't be able to acces bios with a bluetooth connection.
Great video thank you.
Thank you so much for making my mind up! Do you know if the universal version works with iPad air 5 or should i buy the one especially for mac? Since i also own a windows notebook i'd rather buy the universal version.
It should work as a normal Bluetooth keyboard. That’s what it does for my iPad - Josh
I've had the Logitech K400r for quite a while now and my only complaint is the impossibly small right Shift key, I always miss it. The keyboard you reviewed looks like an attractive alternative, and I already have a Pebble mouse so I won't miss the K400r's trackpad.
Agree. The K400s windows button also gets stuck a lot on mine and the buttons is a bit too hard to push and lacks snap. Unfortunatley the MX has a shitty little left shift key where i live as well, but at least its got a full sized enter key... I want this keyboard with big left shift and full sized enter, but it doesnt exist...
This is my fav but needed a touchpad. So clossse!
I have this keyboard . It is very good indeed .
Going to say the deciding factor for me was weight. I wanted to take this to school and to work. It's hefty for a keyboard of that price and frankly does not feel much better than a cheaper equivalent. It did not type better. Basically I returned it because it's heavy for commuting.
I like this keyboard but the lag is bad. Especially when waking up (every few minutes if you were not typing)
High profile mech keyboards are definitely worse for ergonomics it seems to me. But low profile ones like the MX Mechanical or the Nuphy Air seem fine with a wrist rest.
This is my favourite keyboard EVER.
Do you find the keys softer than the Apple Magic keyboard? I have one of those and I've always found the keys too hard (sp. when you compare them with how soft the Macbook Pro's keyboard is).
yes much softer
Your review is more a review of the software rather than the hardware :)
note : to upgrade the firmware a device, if it doesn't work via bluetooth or the dongle, just plug the usb-c cable which comes with it.
I totally agree with you about No-Numpad-keyboards! Numpad on the right screws with ergonomics too much
I wish that having the numpad on the left side of the keyboard was the industry standard, so we could have the best of both worlds 😢
Independent Bluetooth numpad on the left is the way to go!!
@@yosolonopuedo good suggestion👌
As a person who enjoys mechanical keyboards, I took the risk of getting the logitech keys s combo with the wrist rest and master 3s. Initially i was regretting my decision since i was missing the feel of a mechanical keyboard, fast forward to now i got one budget keyboard which is really good but my fingers just prefer the feel of mx keys s! Its weird that i subconsciously keep switching back to my mx after using the mechanical for sometime
As someone ho used the very first keyboards from IBM when I was 12 in 1992, I can tell u now that the new scissor switch keyboards are actually the best keyboards that are there. May that be with Macs, Logitech or any other manufacturers. But I did get the mechanical keyboards for my kids as I now believe that it will help them create some finger and hand muscles when they are younger. Cruel but it may work, besides since they are convinced that mechanical are better keyboards and Ince ALL there friend have one I didn't have much of a choice :)
Crazy. Guessing kids all have them because the gaming community worships them like a cult?
Thank you
Thanks Zach Morris
love the form factor of the mini but I prefer the full size mx s and mx 3s combo. 200$. I think this will last me for another 3 years hopefully if the battery still hold charge. the typing is super comfortable
I just bought this keyboard yesterday after weeks of lurking. I was not sure about getting the compact “mini” version, as I prefer having the keypad, but so far I have no complains.
I’m wondering if is worth just getting a number pad, or returning this one and get the full version. Anyway, I have until January 31st to make up my mind and return it to Amazon…. Let’s see.
I had the full version, it's my favorite keyboard. Highly recommend it. I think the main advantages of the mini is portability and price. If they are not your main concern, I would recommend getting the full version.
@@cristianoyl you are definitely right. My M1PRO MacBook Pro had a solid keyboard and at least to me is basically the same as the MX mini, so no advantages or disadvantages there, now when I’m switching to use the desktop PC that has a full keyboard, or any of my other laptops, that’s where I see the difference, so yeah, I just ordered the MX full keyboard and will return the Mini, because when I’m travelling I’m more than happy to use the M1PRO keyboard. Thank you for your input. 🙏
Great vid! Will this keyboard work on a Android Tablet like Samsung Tab S7?
I bought mine for my tab s8 ultra, works just fine 👌
I bought the MX Keys Mini and used it for just a month and it suddenly goes haywire! The backlights keeps on blinking like crazy even when I'm not touching it! So annoying that I gave it away to my friend and bought the Apple Magic Keyboard. For my own point of view, I personally felt that the Apple Magic Keyboard is much comfortable to use though......
Is that the successor to the K810?
I wonder if u used only one keyboard for both the Mac and Windows pc?
Cause Logitech offers two options for their MxKeys. One MXKeys for Mac and one MXKeys for Windows. This option is available for both the MX keyboard Mini and the MXKeys.
Maybe that explains the software issues u deal with on your mac pc, by using a MXKeys made for Windows :)
I own the 'normal' MxKeys for Windows for almost 1,5 year. No issues at all and I personal find the Logitech Mx Keys the best typing/feeling keyboard at the moment. Not to mention the fast bluetooth connection while switching on or pairing with a other device, the solid quality of the material and the many options / personal settings u r able to.
Theirs only one small thing they could have done better, that is the short amount of time when the keyboard switches off the backlight when u don't type for a couple of secs. It would have been better if users are also be able to adjust the time setting for this:)
But yet I am still happy I bought this, even it may look too expensive. It is rly worth the price and I recommend this keyboard for everyone who have trouble choosing a new keyboard at this moment. Not recommend it for gamers:)
I have the normal MX Keys and it is the best keyboard I ever had.
I’m looking for a scissors switch like my Magic Keyboard from iPad Pro. I wonder if this is the closest keyboard to that?
Apple's own Magic Keyboard is the closest thing to that
Strongly disagree about the superior (supposedly) typing experience of the Apple keyboards. MX Keys feels and sounds exactly the same as an 1,8mm Thinkpad keyboard from 2-3 years ago, which are the best in the laptop business. For me MX + Mac is the ultimate combination.
If you're a fast touch typer, Magic keyboards feels like typing on nails after awhile. The keys are a bit lighter and faster than the MX Keys but at too high of a cost.
And the point you talk at about 10:00, that is what I have been thinking. The current "full size" keyboard layout is outdated and need to abandoned. It probably was designed when people were not using mouse! With a mouse, the existence of the arrow key column and the numberpad column makes it difficult to use mouse, for right-handed people. I think the arrow key/numpberbad columns should be on the LEFT side of the letter key column, not on the right (letter/arrow/num --> num/arrow/letter). That way, mouse could be placed right next to the enter key.
I very much prefer membrane switches, as it allows for flatter keyboards with less key travel. Less key travel means faster typing, at least for me.
Can’t remap and use any functions on iPad, I can remap buttons on Mac but those remapped functions work only on Mac and doesn’t transfer remapped functions to iPad, and I can’t remap button functions on iPad, so very limited keyboard, on iPads and tablets can be used only with default buttons functions which is very sad.
It looks great but I need the touchid
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Do you get a carrying case when you buy the keyboard?
You do not, just the keyboard in the box with a charging cable.
Anyone have issues with it disconnecting constantly from pc?
Yeah the mac sissor keyboard is so good.
does anyone know if it's possible to use this keyboard, while charging? thanks.
Yes!
The problem with that keyboard is it doesnt handle fast typing, if you type with 10 fingurs and try to go fast it will muffle up, so you might just get a keyboard with a Nkro and antighosting
Backlighting is terrible on this keyboard. Turns off way too fast and you can't see where to put your fingers down. The only time I actually need lighting is when I am working out where to put my hands for touch typing.
My backlight tend to come on by itself all the time. Either its wonky or my room is haunted. Now i turn it off every time i go to bed
Great video 📹 👍 keep it 👌 up
anyone here encountered auto-sleep issue? I mean, this is a good feature to keep the battery life longer.. however, just resting less than a minute, and the KB sleeps.. It gives me a hiccup around a second or two which is quite inconvenient for me.. there's no setting to disable or to set the sleep time longer for now.. for me, this is the biggest downside of this KB..
Ok but will it work on Linux?
Membrane versus mechanical. Hmm. I don't know. Probably mechanical. But then i get on a really great membrane keyboard and my opinion changes.
I do not like mechanical keyboards. Personally not my thing. However, I think there are more bad membrane keyboards than bad mechanical keyboards. A bad mechanical keyboard is annoying. A bad membrane keyboard is unusable. I love the MX Masterkeys and like the Magic Keyboard and Surface keyboard.
the backlight timeout on this keyboard is uncustomizable especially for the regular mx keys mini, 5 seconds and 30 seconds if you touch the bottom of the space bar. terrible. i've had it for 24 hours and i regret it
So far can't Mac won't recognize keyboard on login. Not even with dongle attached. Epic failure. Magic Keyboard sucks but at least I can log on.
This or the keychron k3 v2?
This is membrane keyboard, keychrone is mechanical keyboard...2 different things so can't make comparisons. There're MX mechanical keyboards.
I have both and I’d say I’d go to Keychron K3 V2.
@@jhiebaltazar ouh hey thanks for the heads up. But along the road got the nuphy air75 and really happy with it. The logitech seems way to overpriced
Try connecting with usb charging cable for firmware update
this is a collaborative infomercial by the Utuber and manufacturer..
I'll go with the Apple Magic Keyboard, Touch ID on a wireless keyboard is a game changer
I only buy keyboards that can play nice with Linux. I don't need to configure much, just need a solid typing experience with no hassles. It looks like this keyboard may rely a little too heavily on its OEM software for Windows and Mac. I will probably look elsewhere.
I used the full version while I was running Linux and it worked fine. There was a program in the software repo that showed battery levels. I don't really dig into the software options on my keyboard though.
I just love this keyboard though. Had a mechanical prior and although I liked the feel and the click of it, everytime I'd fart or something I would get a bunch of accidental key presses. After a couple years I never got the light touch I needed, so guess they aren't for me.
@@MrMrpeters74 That is helpful. Thanks Marc.
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Software is what prevents me from buying this keyboard. I have had so much issue with Logitech's software in the past and I still don't trust them. Even I use a Logi mouse I use USB overdrive to control it rather than Logi's own driver.
Logitech's software tends to demonstrate their incompetence fairly well. Don't remember the model from walmart I bought, but I got tired of it's bullshit, and broke it in half.
There is *ALWAYS* something wrong with people who obsessed with click-y mechanical keyboards.
No key lock light, no use
Apple devices are so un-ergonomic. I always use Logitech keyboard/mouse, Samsung or Dell non-reflective 4k screens, etc.
Membrane keyboard 🫠🫠🫠
You have to buy a dongle if your computer doesn't have Bluetooth. At this price that's absolutely absurd. Shady Logitech....
Dont buy this one for macos, fn key doesn't work as expected and cant be remapped
Blackmagic keyboard?!?
(Haha)
Yea I "hate" mech keyboards as well. I don't drive a steam car either...
DO NOT BUY THIS KEYBOARD. The backlighting only stays on for 3 seconds before it goes off. If you're in the dark, you're screwed.
Learn to touch type.
I have the regular mx keys and it’s not aluminium, it’s plastic.
it is not membrane