Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Performance Keyboard, Tactile Quiet Switches, Backlit Keys, Bluetooth, USB-C, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Metal, ‎Graphite

Been rocking this MX Mechanical Mini for a few months now and it’s honestly perfect for my setup. I was skeptical about going compact at first, but the space savings on my desk is huge and I adapted to the layout way faster than expected. The tactile switches feel amazing - quiet enough for video calls but still give you that satisfying mechanical feel. Way better than the mushy membrane keyboards I used to deal with. The key travel and feedback is spot on. Battery life is incredible - I’m getting weeks of heavy use before needing to charge, and it charges fast via USB-C. The backlight is a nice touch for late night work sessions and looks clean without being distracting. Build quality is solid Logitech - feels premium and sturdy, not like some of the cheap mechanical boards out there. The wireless connection is rock solid, never had any lag or connectivity issues. Only took me a day or two to get used to not having dedicated arrow keys and function row, but honestly I don’t miss them. The function layer works great and keeps everything compact. If you’re looking for a high-quality compact mechanical keyboard that doesn’t compromise on feel or reliability, this is it. Worth the investment.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This keyboard has quickly become one of my favorites. The build quality is excellent—it feels solid and can definitely handle heavy use without any issues. I spend long hours typing, and the smooth keypress feel makes it super comfortable for extended sessions. The clickiness is just right—satisfyingly tactile with a nice audible response that makes typing feel more engaging. It strikes a great balance between feedback and feel. While I've seen mixed feedback on the functionality and backlighting, mine has worked well so far. The backlight helps in low-light settings, and though it doesn't stay on forever, it's still useful. I also happen to like the stylish grey design, and while it's a bit louder than some ultra-slim keyboards, I personally enjoy the sound. All in all, a great keyboard that’s comfortable, responsive, and well worth the price.

I selected the MX Mechanical full size based on already having the MX Master 3S Mouse which I love. I like the bolt receiver and the fact that it works so well. I liked having my mouse connected via bluetooth however when I switched to having a work laptop I needed a docking station and KVM so I went back to the bolt receiver. The MX Mechanical keyboard is very nice with some pros and cons. I have the tactile version. I like the smooth keypress feel however the keypress registers very high at the top of the keypress so at first I was getting a lot of double keystrokes until I learned to be a bit more gentle with the keys. Another pro is that the keycap is not recessed into the keyboard and the way the switch is setup there is a space between the board and the keycap; this means that crumbs that sneak into the keyboard can be cleaned out easily and won't get trapped inside. The backlight is very nice and even and doesn't spill out excessively from the sides of the keys. There are a few cons. There is no space between the top number row and the function keys, or between each of the four groups of function keys, which means I can't press the function keys by feel. By default, the function key is locked on, which means when you press a function key, you are actually pressing it's alternate function like volume up or down, which is backwards to me (why do all new laptops do that too?). Fortunately, with regards to the function key, there is a way to reverse the function lock by pressing FN+ESC so that pressing a function key does not activate its alternate function by default. The other con is that there is no print screen button! I find this very annoying. Instead, you must press FN+F7 (or just F7 if you don't reverse the function lock...). Perhaps there is a way to fix this in Logi Options, but I shouldn't have to figure that out on a $160 keyboard, sorry Logitech. Also, for some reason, I had an issue with the Num Lock key and I think it had to do with the FN key there too. Very annoying. For what is to be considered a "Full-size" keyboard, this should have no need for a function key, or at least it should not for Num lock and Print screen. Otherwise, the keyboard is great and I am very happy with, quirks aside. It works great with my KVM and it works fine on my work laptop which does not have (or the ability to have) Logi Options installed.

So I just received and began to use this keyboard today. I am pretty blown away by how nice it looks, how good it feels, and just the experience overall. Compared to my previous keyboard, I already like this a fair amount more. For reference, I was using the Corsair k57 RGB wireless. Also a quite nice keyboard, but this has a much more premium feel. It's also much more professional looking, which is why I chose it as I plan to use this in an office environment. Some thoughts below. -The clicks are super nice, I've never used a "clicky" switch with feedback like this before and I quite enjoy it. Probably my favorite feedback I've had from just typing on a keyboard. The various corsair boards I've used in the past I typically chose a quiet and/or a linear switch. -Overall a very nice, professional look. I wouldn't expect any weird looks with a keyboard like this in a professional environment. -Pairing was easy, plugged in the receiver and it instantly connected; no other input needed. Even the sister product to this never did that for me, the MX master 3S mouse. I had a bit of a struggle trying to get that to pair using the included receiver, as I recall. (Otherwise one of my favorite mice, also coming from a mostly corsair brand background). There is also bluetooth pairing, if preferred. (or if the receiver refuses to work, like my MX master 3S.) One minor negative is the backlight. The first problem was even getting the keyboard to light up at all. The keys for the keyboard backlight simply did not seem to function at all, no matter if I had the FN key held or not. Puzzled, I installed logitech's software and looked for options there. No luck. A bit annoyed at this point. Luckily, their software offered me access to an upcoming beta version of their software, "Logitech Options", so I downloaded that to poke around and see if there were more settings there. As it turns out there were. Oddly, they didn't work though. The keyboard refused to light up, the keys meant to dim or brighten it doing nothing at all. As I began a search to see if this was a common issue, the backlight finally came on. No idea what changed. Pretty standard white LED backlights. Lots of pissed off customers on forums about it though. Apparently, Logitech has been pretty silent about the issue. I'd be pissed too, if my $200 keyboard didn't have a functioning backlight due to software issues. With that rambling anecdote, the backlight itself is just fine, about what I expected for a professional keyboard like this. Just clean white LEDs. In summary, a very nice looking, nice feeling premium keyboard. Pretty unassuming in a professional environment. Easy setup. Quite happy with it. Edit: The backlight does not seem to remember brightness settings between use sessions, so if you will get super annoyed or angry about having to hit brightness up each time you use, that's something to consider. Most annoyingly, if the room is deemed "too bright" by the sensor, the backlight will not turn on at all. Understandable, but I'd still like the option.

I recently upgraded to the Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Performance Keyboard with Tactile Quiet Switches, and it has been a game-changer for my daily work and gaming sessions. Here’s why I think this keyboard deserves a top spot on your desk. ### Design and Build Quality The first thing that caught my eye was the sleek, professional design of the Logitech MX Mechanical. It’s a full-sized keyboard with a minimalist aesthetic, making it a perfect fit for any workspace. The build quality is superb, with a sturdy frame that feels solid and durable. The backlit keys add a touch of elegance and are particularly useful for working in low-light conditions. ### Performance and Functionality Performance-wise, this keyboard is outstanding. The tactile quiet switches are a highlight, providing a satisfying typing experience without the loud clicks typical of mechanical keyboards. This is ideal for shared workspaces or late-night work when you don’t want to disturb others. The wireless connectivity is flawless, and I’ve experienced zero latency or dropped connections, even during intense gaming sessions. ### Comfort and Usability One of the key features of the MX Mechanical is its ergonomic design. The key layout is well-spaced, reducing finger strain during long typing sessions. Additionally, the keyboard’s slight incline helps maintain a comfortable wrist position, further enhancing the typing experience. The illuminated keys are customizable, allowing you to adjust the brightness or choose specific lighting patterns that suit your style. ### Battery Life and Charging Battery life is another strong point. On a full charge, the keyboard can last several weeks, even with the backlight on. The USB-C charging port makes recharging quick and convenient. I also appreciate the smart energy management features, which automatically adjust the backlighting based on ambient light and activity. ### Conclusion Overall, the Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Performance Keyboard is a fantastic investment for anyone seeking a high-quality, reliable keyboard. It combines excellent build quality, top-notch performance, and thoughtful features that cater to both productivity and comfort. Whether you’re a professional, a gamer, or just someone who spends a lot of time typing, this keyboard will not disappoint.

Update 2/27/23 I would give this keyboard ZERO stars if I could. The backlight functionality is useless. It constantly goes to sleep, constantly resets your brightness settings, etc. I spend too much time each day re-adjusting this thing. They should never have given this keyboard backlights if they insist on implementing it this way. Horrible. Just horrible. ------------------------------------------------- This is a decent mechanical keyboard (I got the clicky version) I like the look and feel of it and it types well enough. I do not like the fact that the backlight settings reset to default if you turn the keyboard off and on, reboot your PC, wake your PC from sleep, etc. Every time this happens you must adjust your backlight brightness and effects to whatever you had it set to. Very, very, very annoying. They also set the fn F1 and fn F2 keys to decrease and increase brightness which on a PC is a fairly useless feature, in my opinion. Most folks set their brightness on their PC once and then forget it. These keys could have been set to something else like sleep mode or email app, etc. You can re-assign those two keys so it's not a deal breaker. There is also a lock PC button on the upper right corner which is great unless you use the numpad a lot. I've accidentally hit the lock button a few times already. But I'm sure I'll get used to it as the layout is slightly different than the keyboard I replaced it with. Overall a good keyboard with a couple annoying aspects. I'm sure they can fix the backlight issues with a software update. The ability to switch between multiple devices is a nice feature and works as described. UPDATE 12/22/22 After speaking with Logitech support they suggested replacing the keyboard for the backlight levels resetting issue. I just got the replacement today and the backlight levels still reset to default after turning the keyboard off and on or restarting the PC. Since I Logitech support suggested it was defective I thought there was a chance but in retrospect I think they were just passing the buck. I have a feeling the backlight is acting as designed. I even posted TWO questions to the Amazon listing for this keyboard and both were immediately answered by Logitech support saying "contact Logitech support" and then they deleted my question. I was curious if other users had this same issue. THEN I would have known that it's acting as designed instead of wasting time with an unnecessary product exchange. I like the keyboard except for that one thing and Logitech could easily solve this with a firmware update. But based on other reviews for their keyboards it sounds like they don't listen to their users.. UPDATE 2/4/23 After a couple updates the backlight issue still persists. Several times throughout the day I have to increase the backlight to maximum brightness. It is ridiculous that they even give you the ability to change brightness if it's just going to reset in a couple hours. Also, the activity timeout is way too short. If you stop typing and take your hands away from the keyboard it turns the backlight off in 5 seconds. Once you start typing (not before) the backlight turns on. They claim this has an ambient sensor (doubtful) and a motion sensor. The motion sensor does not work when it's sleeping, you have to touch the keyboard (actually you have to touch part of the metal plate under the keys, to get the backlights to come on. This would appear to be a capacitive sensor rather than motion. Regardless LogiTech doesn't care about any of this and has no intention to resolve. Once their products are out the door you can forget about meaningful firmware updates to fix issues. Probably the last Logitech keyboard I'll buy based on this experience.

This is a pretty good keyboard but in the end I returned it after trying a Keychron K10HE J1 which is my forever keyboard now. That's not to say this is a bad keyboard. But if you're a gamer, I don't think this keyboard is going to impress with its feel or sound. For being branded as a "quiet" keyboard this thing sure is loud and clicky. If this is their "quiet" option, the other MX models must sound like AK-47s. It's not bad if you're into classic mechanical keyboards, but it just feels unremarkable and I just expected a better tactile experience for $160. While not comparable for gaming, I honestly prefer my Logi MK540 to this keyboard, and it was under $50 with a mouse combo. That said this keyboard does have some very good qualities. Despite having a plastic frame, it's very rigid which I can appreciate since I often use keyboards in my lap. I also appreciated the convenient connection functionality as someone who switches between 2 different PCs with a single set of monitors & peripherals. It's pretty good and I remain a rabid Logitech fan for all my other peripherals, but whether this keyboard is $160-good is arguable. For me the Keychron would have been my final choice even if it had cost more, which it didn't.

This keyboard delivers the perfect blend of mechanical key feel, wireless convenience, and premium build quality. The clicky switches are satisfying without being overly loud, and the compact size frees up desk space without sacrificing functionality. Pros: Excellent mechanical switches — tactile, responsive, and consistent. Compact layout saves space while keeping essential keys. Backlit keys with adjustable brightness for low-light use. Multi-device pairing works seamlessly across macOS, Windows, and more. Solid metal top plate adds a premium, sturdy feel. Great value and portability versus other top mechanical keyboards. Cons: None so far — performs exactly as promised. Notes from Use: Paired it with both a MacBook Pro and a Windows desktop — switching between devices was instant. Typing is a joy, with satisfying feedback and no missed keystrokes. The backlighting adapts well to different lighting conditions, and battery life has been excellent even with illumination on. The smaller footprint leaves more room for a mouse, which is great for tight workspaces. Verdict: A top-tier choice for anyone who wants a compact, wireless mechanical keyboard without compromises. Perfect for both productivity and casual use. 5/5 stars. Photos/Videos: Side profile highlighting low-profile switches. Backlit keys in a dim room. Desk setup showing the compact footprint.