Buying Guide
The Best Logitech Wireless Keyboard
From the K250 to the Ergo K860: five keyboards ranked on battery life and device pairing, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Logitech's wireless keyboards run from slim Bluetooth boards to MX Keys models. Every pick is a Logitech, ordered from the lowest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for battery (backlight off), paired devices and layout; nothing here was tested in-house, and where a maker leaves out battery (backlight off), we say so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.

Lowest Price Here
Logitech K250 Compact Bluetooth Keyboard
A lower price than the K400 Plus and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
Our take Check price for Logitech K250 Compact Bluetooth Keyboard (opens in a new tab)

Also Consider
Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch Keyboard
An integrated touchpad.
Best for: Buyers who want integrated touchpad.
Our take Check price for Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch Keyboard (opens in a new tab)

Longest Battery Life
Logitech Pebble Keys 2 K380s
The longest battery life here (up to 36 months).
Best for: Offices where the keyboard stays on all day.
Our take Check price for Logitech Pebble Keys 2 K380s (opens in a new tab)

Strong Alternative
Bnnwa K905 Rechargeable Touchpad Keyboard
A built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery.
Best for: Buyers who want built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery.
Our take Check price for Bnnwa K905 Rechargeable Touchpad Keyboard (opens in a new tab)

Premium Pick
Logitech Ergo K860 Split Keyboard
The top of this price range, adding 54% more wrist support than a standard keyboard, per Logitech.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Our take Check price for Logitech Ergo K860 Split Keyboard (opens in a new tab)
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
Logitech K250 Compact Bluetooth Keyboard on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Logitech's K250 keeps a number pad inside a compact frame and connects over Bluetooth.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible.
Skip if
- Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the K380s offers up to 36 months.
Why we like it
It adds deep-profile keys, a spill-resistant design and adjustable tilt legs, with a battery rating of up to 12 months. On battery life it trails the group at up to 12 months, while the K380s runs for up to 36 months. It is the only pick here with a compact with number pad layout; the K400 Plus has a compact with touchpad layout instead.
No other pick in this guide offers a deep-profile keys key type; compare the Bnnwa K905, which has a low-profile keys key type. No other pick in this guide offers a bluetooth connection; compare the K400 Plus, which has a 2.4GHz Unifying receiver connection. Check that your computer has Bluetooth, or use the included receiver if there is one. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the K400 Plus was the next step up.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery (backlight off): up to 12 months
- Layout: Compact with number pad
- Key type: Deep-profile keys
- Connection: Bluetooth
Pros
- Up to 12 months per charge (backlight off)
- Number pad in a compact frame
- Spill-resistant design
- Adjustable tilt legs
Cons
- Battery life trails the K380s (up to 36 months)
- No published device pairing
Also Consider2 of 5
Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch Keyboard on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The K400 Plus is built around an integrated touchpad, with a 10m wireless range on top.
Best for
- Buyers who want integrated touchpad.
Skip if
- Skip it if device pairing matters most to you; the K380s offers 3 devices.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it runs for up to 18 months and offers a 1 devices device pairing. On battery life it sits mid-pack at up to 18 months: the K380s runs for up to 36 months, and the K250 comes in at up to 12 months. Like the Bnnwa K905, it has a compact with touchpad layout, while the K250 uses a compact with number pad layout.
It is the only pick here with a quiet low-profile keys key type; the K250 has a deep-profile keys key type instead. It is the only pick here with a 2.4GHz Unifying receiver connection; the K250 has a bluetooth connection instead. It also comes with dedicated media hotkeys.
On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper K250 and the pricier K380s, at the time of writing. The trade-off is device pairing; for more, the K380s offers 3 devices.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery (backlight off): up to 18 months
- Paired devices: 1 devices
- Layout: Compact with touchpad
- Key type: Quiet low-profile keys
- Connection: 2.4GHz Unifying receiver
Pros
- Up to 18 months per charge (backlight off)
- Integrated touchpad
- 10m wireless range
- Dedicated media hotkeys
Cons
- Device pairing trails the K380s (3 devices)
- Costs more than the K250 at the time of writing
Longest Battery Life3 of 5
Logitech Pebble Keys 2 K380s on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Logitech's K380s is a compact Bluetooth keyboard with round, quiet scooped keys that pairs with three devices.
Best for
- Offices where the keyboard stays on all day.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the K250, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Logitech offers up to 36 months on its batteries, and the Fn keys can be customised in Logi Options+. On battery life it leads this guide at up to 36 months, ahead of the K400 Plus (up to 18 months). It matches the Bnnwa K905 on device pairing (3 devices).
A quiet scooped round keys key type is unique to it among these picks, while the K400 Plus uses a quiet low-profile keys key type. It also offers a 3-year battery life claim and auto-sleep. Check that your computer has Bluetooth, or use the included receiver if there is one.
It supports Windows and macOS layouts, which helps if you switch between computers. When we checked, only the K400 Plus and cheaper picks cost less, and the Bnnwa K905 cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Battery (backlight off): up to 36 months
- Paired devices: 3 devices
- Layout: Compact, no number pad
- Key type: Quiet scooped round keys
- Connection: Bluetooth, multi-OS
Pros
- Up to 36 months per charge (backlight off)
- Customizable Fn keys in Logi Options+
- 3-year battery life claim
- Auto-sleep
Cons
- Costs more than the K250 at the time of writing
Strong Alternative4 of 5
Bnnwa K905 Rechargeable Touchpad Keyboard on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Bnnwa's rechargeable keyboard pairs with three devices over a receiver and two Bluetooth channels.
Best for
- Buyers who want built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery.
Skip if
- Its battery life is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.
Why we like it
It uses scissor keys. A 500mAh rechargeable battery removes the need for AAA cells, and it pairs with up to three devices over 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. The trackpad sits beside the keys.
Its scissor-switch keys type quietly with a short travel, and Fn shortcuts switch between iOS, Windows, Android and macOS layouts. On device pairing it ties with the K380s at 3 devices. Like the K400 Plus, it has a compact with touchpad layout, while the K250 uses a compact with number pad layout.
It is the only pick here with a low-profile keys key type; the K250 has a deep-profile keys key type instead. You also get USB-C charging and connection to 3 devices at once. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper K380s and the pricier Ergo K860, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its battery life; if that figure matters, the K380s runs for up to 36 months.
Key dimensions & specs
- Paired devices: 3 devices
- Layout: Compact with touchpad
- Key type: Low-profile keys
- Connection: 2.4GHz and two Bluetooth channels
Pros
- Built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery
- USB-C charging
- Connection to 3 devices at once
- Device pairing of 3 devices, ahead of the K400 Plus
Cons
- No published battery life
- Costs more than the K250 at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
Logitech Ergo K860 Split Keyboard on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Ergo K860 is the most ergonomic board here: a curved, split layout, a pillowed memory-foam wrist rest and palm lift at 0, -4 or -7 degrees.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Skip if
- Its battery life is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.
Why we like it
Logitech says the rest gives 54% more wrist support than a standard keyboard. It is the only pick here with a scooped Perfect Stroke keys key type; the K250 has a deep-profile keys key type instead. It is the only pick here with a USB receiver or Bluetooth connection; the K250 has a bluetooth connection instead.
It also offers certification by United States Ergonomics. Check that your computer has Bluetooth, or use the included receiver if there is one. Ergonomic layouts take a few days to get used to, especially if you type with your hands crossing the centre.
It was the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the Bnnwa K905 and the rest. The maker doesn't give its battery life; if that figure matters, the K380s runs for up to 36 months.
Key dimensions & specs
- Layout: Full-size, curved split
- Key type: Scooped Perfect Stroke keys
- Connection: USB receiver or Bluetooth
- Wrist support: Pillowed wrist rest with 0, -4 and -7 degree palm lift
Pros
- Pillowed wrist rest with 0, -4 and -7 degree palm lift
- 54% more wrist support than a standard keyboard, per Logitech
- Certification by United States Ergonomics
- Scooped Perfect Stroke keys key type, the only one here
Cons
- No published battery life
- No published device pairing
- Costs more than the K250 at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- Noise and key feel
- We noted key type and whether the listing describes quiet operation.
- Layout and ergonomics
- We compared layouts, wrist support and tilt options described in each listing.
- Connections
- We recorded Bluetooth, receiver and wired options and how many devices each keyboard pairs with.
- Battery claims
- We compared rated battery life with the backlight off, since that is how makers quote it.
What to Look for in a Logitech Wireless Keyboard
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Decide on device pairing first
Among these picks, device pairing runs from 1 devices on the K400 Plus to 3 devices on the K380s. Match this to what you will actually do with it, then let price decide between the picks that qualify.
Choose the shape before the switch
Split, curved and wave layouts keep your wrists straighter than a flat board. They take a few days to learn.
If you type for most of the day, an ergonomic layout usually matters more than the switch type.
Multi-device switching
Keyboards that pair with three devices let you move between a work laptop, a personal PC and a tablet with one key.
Check whether switching uses Bluetooth, a receiver, or both.
Wrist rests and tilt
A palm rest reduces wrist extension, and negative tilt can help further. Positive tilt with the rear feet raised usually makes wrist bending worse.
Look for boards with a built-in rest or adjustable tilt.
Quiet keys for shared offices
Low-profile scissor keys and quiet mechanical switches keep noise down in open offices and on calls. Clicky switches do not.
If you share a room, look for listings that describe quiet or silent keys.
How to Choose a Logitech Wireless Keyboard
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | K250 | A lower price than the K400 Plus and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want integrated touchpad | K400 Plus | An integrated touchpad |
| Offices where the keyboard stays on all day | K380s | The longest battery life here (up to 36 months) |
| Buyers who want built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery | Bnnwa K905 | A built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery |
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | Ergo K860 | The top of this price range, adding 54% more wrist support than a standard keyboard, per Logitech |
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Key specs side by side
Figures as each maker states them.
| Keyboard | Battery (backlight off) | Paired devices | Layout | Key type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K250 | up to 12 months | Not listed | Compact with number pad | Deep-profile keys |
| K400 Plus | up to 18 months | 1 devices | Compact with touchpad | Quiet low-profile keys |
| K380s | up to 36 months | 3 devices | Compact, no number pad | Quiet scooped round keys |
| Bnnwa K905 | Not listed | 3 devices | Compact with touchpad | Low-profile keys |
| Ergo K860 | Not listed | Not listed | Full-size, curved split | Scooped Perfect Stroke keys |
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By price at the time of writing
Prices change often; these tiers reflect Amazon prices when this guide was updated.
| Price tier | Keyboards |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | K250, K400 Plus, K380s, Bnnwa K905 |
| About $100 to $150 | Ergo K860 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which of these keyboards has the longest battery life?
The K380s leads at up to 36 months, ahead of the K400 Plus at up to 18 months; the K250 sits at the other end with up to 12 months.
What is the least I can spend on one of these keyboards?
The K250. It undercut the K400 Plus when we checked, while the Ergo K860 cost the most of the group.
Is a mechanical keyboard OK for the office?
Yes, if the switches are quiet. Tactile quiet or linear switches suit shared spaces better than clicky ones.
How long does it take to get used to an ergonomic keyboard?
Usually a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on how different the layout is from a flat board.
Do I need a number pad?
If you work with spreadsheets or figures, a full-size layout saves time. Otherwise a compact board leaves more room for the mouse.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the K250, chosen for a lower price than the K400 Plus and the rest when we checked. Look at the K400 Plus for an integrated touchpad, the Bnnwa K905 for a built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery and the Ergo K860 for the top of this price range, adding 54% more wrist support than a standard keyboard, per Logitech if those matter more to you.
Logi Options+ adds per-app shortcuts on supported systems.
