Our Verdict
The AmazonBasics K4R isn't designed to be a gaming keyboard. Although it has very low pre-travel distance, it requires a lot of force to actuate each key, which isn't ideal for gaming. It also lacks backlighting and you can't program any macros on the board.
- Decent ergonomics.
- No customization via software.
- No backlighting.
- Heavy-feeling keys.
The AmazonBasics wireless keyboard with touchpad doesn't support Bluetooth and isn't designed to work with mobile devices and tablets.
- Decent ergonomics.
- Lightweight design.
- Only connects via USB receiver and not Bluetooth.
- Heavy-feeling keys.
The AmazonBasics K4R is a decent keyboard for the office. Its low-profile design is decently comfortable to type on, it's very quiet and won't bother colleagues surrounding you, and the overall typing quality is okay. The wireless design with a touchpad is great if you want to use it in a meeting room, without having a full mouse and keyboard setup.
- Decent ergonomics.
- Lightweight design.
- Cheap build quality.
- Only connects via USB receiver and not Bluetooth.
- Heavy-feeling keys.
The AmazonBasics wireless keyboard is sub-par for programming. It can't set macros and its overall typing quality isn't the best. The build quality is mediocre and feels very cheap, which might not last you a while.
- Decent ergonomics.
- No customization via software.
- No backlighting.
- Only connects via USB receiver and not Bluetooth.
The AmazonBasics K4R is designed as a home theater PC keyboard, but it's disappointing for that use. It only connects via its USB receiver, so it might not work on all TVs, and it lacks backlighting. On the plus side, it has a built-in trackpad and media hotkeys to skip through your content.
- Built-in touchpad.
- Lightweight design.
- No backlighting.
- Only connects via USB receiver and not Bluetooth.
Changelog
- Updated Oct 28, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
- Updated Mar 18, 2020: Review published.
- Updated Mar 13, 2020: Early access published.
- Updated Mar 11, 2020: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
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Although the AmazonBasics K4R is cheaply made, it does a good job at what it aims to do, which is being a basic wireless keyboard. It won't offer all the bells and whistles like higher-end products and won't be as durable, but if you're looking for a wireless office keyboard that won't break the bank, it's a good option. For more options, see our recommendations for the best keyboards, the best wireless keyboards, and the best keyboards for writers.
The Microsoft Surface Keyboard is a better overall keyboard than the AmazonBasics K4R. The Microsoft is noticeably better built, and it offers a better overall typing quality. It connects via Bluetooth instead of a dedicated receiver, which means it can also be used with mobile devices. On the other hand, the AmazonBasics has a built-in touchpad instead of a Numpad, which can be useful.
The AmazonBasics K4R and the iClever Tri-Folding Keyboard BK08 both have an integrated touchpad. The iClever is better for using with mobile devices, while the AmazonBasics is better for the office. The AmazonBasics' typing experience also feels noticeably heavier than the folding keyboard.
The Logitech K800 and the AmazonBasics K4R are fairly different affordable keyboards. The AmazonBasics has an integrated touchpad and features rubber dome switches that feel a bit mushy. On the other side, the Logitech has backlighting, scissor switches, a fixed wrist rest, and a Numpad. The Logitech is rechargeable while the AmazonBasics uses disposable batteries.
The AmazonBasics K4R is a better office keyboard than Logitech Keys-To-Go, which is better suited for mobile devices thanks to its Bluetooth connection. The feedback of the AmazonBasics switches is better and will be more similar to typical keyboards, while the rubberized keycaps of the Logitech are harder to press down.
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