The 5 Best Keyboards For iPad - Spring 2021 Reviews

The best portable keyboard for iPad that we've tested is the Logitech K380. This wireless model is ideal for carrying around, as it's quite lightweight and compact in size. It can pair with your iPad and up to two other mobile devices over a Bluetooth connection, and switching between them is easy thanks to hotkeys. It’s also very quiet and should be suitable for any type of environment.

It has good ergonomics, and its low profile makes it comfortable to type on, even without a wrist rest. It uses standard scissor switches that feel light and responsive while giving great tactile feedback. The pre-travel is very short, though, so it may lead to more typos if you’re not used to it. There are hotkeys for media control, and some of the function keys can be reprogrammed from a list of preset commands.

Unfortunately, it has poor software support with minimal customization options, but at least the Logitech Options software is available on both Windows and macOS. Also, it doesn’t have any backlighting, and its build quality is only decent, as there is some flex to it. That said, it still feels solid enough for regular use. All in all, this is an excellent choice if you want something small and portable to go with your iPad.

The best keyboard for iPad Pro with a folio case that we’ve tested is the Logitech Slim Folio Pro. It's specifically made for the 11 inch and 12.9 inch 3rd Gen iPad Pro and feels very solid with an aluminum bottom frame and a well-built case to protect your device. It’s also very portable thanks to its ultra-slim design that makes it easy to fit into most backpacks.

It has white backlighting, with three different brightness settings and dedicated media keys. Its rubber dome switches are very light and responsive, with short pre-travel and a nice tactile bump. However, the keys can feel a bit mushy for some. On the plus side, you can easily connect it to your iPad via Bluetooth, but keep in mind that it can’t be paired with more than one device at once.

Unfortunately, the ergonomics are mediocre as there’s no incline setting or wrist rest included. Also, while it's rechargeable with a USB-C cable, it’s not included in the box, which is disappointing. Nevertheless, the Logitech Slim Folio Pro is one of the best keyboards for iPad Pro that we've tested.

The best keyboard for iPad with mechanical switches that we've tested is the Obinslab Anne Pro 2. This compact 60% keyboard can be paired with up to four devices via Bluetooth, including the most common operating systems, including Android, iOS, and iPadOS. Thanks to its small size, it shouldn't take up much space on your desk.

While its frame is made of plastic, it feels very solid and well-built, and the keycaps are made of PBT plastic which should be more resistant to shine. The tactile Gateron Brown switches on our unit felt light to type on; they feel a bit mushier than other Brown switches and have a fair amount of pre-travel distance. However, if you prefer a different feel, it's also available with a variety of Cherry MX, Gateron, and Kailh switches.

Unfortunately, the keyboard is quite thick, so it may take up some space in a laptop bag. Also, it offers no incline settings or wrist rest, which may not feel comfortable for everyone. It doesn't have any media keys, Numpad, or arrow keys; on the bright side, all of its keys are macro programmable. All in all, this is a very good option if you're looking for a mechanical keyboard to use with your iPad.