Logitech Wave Keys review

Logitech has an entire line of peripherals that put ergonomics on the forefront, aptly known as the Ergo vary. The newest addition to the group is the Logitech Wave Keys, a keyboard with a curvy design with an built-in palm relaxation.  

The product appears to be a reimagined model of the Logitech Ergo K860, which was launched again in 2020. For those who’re contemplating including it to your workstation set-up, then carry on studying.  

Design & Construct  

• Off-white and black
• Built-in palm relaxation
• No backlighting

The Logitech Wave Keys is about the identical size as a regular keyboard. Nonetheless, the addition of the palm relaxation implies that it’s longer. It measures 375.97 x 218.91 x 30.53mm and may match inside a big backpack simply. Nonetheless, it isn’t the lightest keyboard at 750g. 

The identify of the gadget is mirrored in its curvy form. In accordance with Logitech, the wavy define is designed to place your fingers in a extra pure place for typing. I assumed that the shapes of the keys would take some getting used to, however it was a seamless change. It’s additionally a lot much less jarring than the Ergo K860, which has break up off the keys.  

The Logitech Wave Keys is on the market in two colors within the US and UK, off-white and black – which I examined. These handily match the Logitech Carry mouse, do you have to plan on choosing a completely ergonomic set-up. The fabric of the keys is plastic and has a slight sheen to it. 

It’s not fairly as premium as some rivals, and followers of mechanical keyboards or these with metallic our bodies might discover a distinction.

The underside of the keyboard has 4 nubs to maintain it regular, in addition to some adjustable toes to change the typing angle by 4 levels. When tilted, the Wave Keys continues to be strong and doesn’t rattle like different cheaper units can do. There’s additionally an influence change on the again, do you have to wish to take it travelling or preserve the battery life.

The palm relaxation is comprised of three layers of reminiscence foam, making it plush and effectively cushioned. Because it raises your arms off the desk, it additionally finally ends up encouraging you to take a seat upright – I’m definitely responsible of slouching in my chair like a gremlin.  

While there are mild up buttons for Caps Lock and the F keys, sadly, there isn’t any backlighting on the keys. There’s a vary of customisable keys accessible, with shortcuts for screenshots, dictation and emojis. The keys even have a twin Home windows/Mac format, so you may select no matter fits your set-up finest.  

Connection & Efficiency   

• Logitech Bolt connection
• Bluetooth
• Works with Logitech Choices+

I’ve been utilizing the Wave Keys for a number of weeks now, and I believe I’m now totally transformed to the ergonomic manner of working. 

I’ve not felt any aching in my fingers or wrists, even after lengthy intervals at my desk. The truth is, going again to a traditional keyboard has made me realise how a lot of a distinction there may be – there must be a palm relaxation on each keyboard going ahead, in my humble opinion.  

That apart, the keys themselves have an honest journey press, with good bounce again. On account of their dimension, they aren’t the quietest, however they definitely really feel extra responsive than these with a shallower journey press.  

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Testing hasn’t been fully seamless; there have been a number of minor events of the keys getting caught down, and generally the keyboard being barely sluggish to reply when first booting up my PC. Nonetheless, it wasn’t sufficient to destroy my expertise.  

The Logitech Wave Keys can join both through the Logitech Bolt receiver (which is included within the field), which can be utilized on Home windows and macOS. If you wish to use the Logitech Choices+ software program, then you definitely’ll want to attach the keyboard utilizing this. 

Alternatively, you may join units through Bluetooth. That is for the 2 working techniques above, in addition to ChromeOS, iPadOS, iOS and Android. Typing response isn’t as snappy on this sort of connection, however switching between units is fast and simple. The Wave Keys helps as much as three connections at one time, which is identical as many different Logitech equipment.  

The accompanying app is free to obtain and use. There are a selection of keyboard shortcuts to select from, in addition to the choice of ‘sensible actions’ which may carry out a number of actions with one click on. For instance, you possibly can make a singular button shut all of your home windows and shut down your PC.  

Regardless of the dimensions of the Wave Keys, there are solely 13 keys you can customise. If having one thing very personalised is a precedence, then there are alternate options on the market.

Battery Life  

• Lasts 36 months on a single cost
• Makes use of twin AAA batteries

Logitech’s keyboards sometimes have unimaginable battery lives, and the Wave Keys isn’t any exception. In accordance with the tech model, it’ll take you on common 36 months earlier than that you must change its AAA batteries.  

Contemplating I’ve solely had a number of weeks with the Wave Keys, I’ve not managed to see whether or not this declare is true. What I can say is that its nonetheless on 100% battery life even after vigorous use, so I’m impressed.

There isn’t an choice to cost the keyboard whenever you run out – you’ll have to exchange the batteries when that occurs.

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Worth & Availability   

The Logitech Wave Keys prices $59.99/£69.99. You should purchase the keyboard from Logitech within the US and UK, in addition to Amazon UK.

While that’s not the most affordable wi-fi keyboard available on the market, the built-in palm relaxation and customisable keys implies that you get an honest quantity to your cash.  

For the same worth, you possibly can additionally think about the Logitech Pebble Keys 2 K380s – which affords a extra compact construct ultimate for travelling or smaller desks. There’s additionally the JLab Epic Wi-fi Keyboard, which has a premium construct high quality and extra customisable keys.  

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Do you have to purchase the Logitech Wave Keys? 

The Logitech Wave Keys is a wonderful ergonomic keyboard. It’s snug to make use of for hours on finish, it isn’t too obtrusive on my desk and the lengthy battery life is unimaginable.  

For this worth, many customers could also be anticipating backlighting. There are additionally different choices that provide a break up design should you’re trying to take your ergonomics to the subsequent degree. Nonetheless, that is nonetheless a formidable keyboard from Logitech.  

Specs 

• Off-white and black colourways
• 375.97 x 218.91 x 30.53mm
• 750g
• Built-in palm wrest
• 13 customisable keys
• Helps Bluetooth and Logitech Bolt connections
• Helps as much as three units
• Three-year battery life