The 5 Best Keyboards For iPad - Winter 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 typing experience is only passable and 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 60% compact model feels very solid and well-built, with a plastic frame and PBT keycaps. It takes very little space on your desk, and you can easily connect it to your iPad via Bluetooth, but it may take you a while to get used to its very compact design.

It's available in a wide variety of switches to suit your preferences. Our unit uses Gateron Brown switches, which offer great tactile feedback and have a fair amount of pre-travel distance, which helps reduce typos. It also has fully customizable RGB backlighting, and every key is macro-programmable, but keep in mind that it doesn’t have mobile software, so most customization features aren't available on iPad.

Unfortunately, it’s not the most portable option as it’s fairly thick, and the ergonomics are mediocre due to its lack of incline settings and wrist rest. There’s also no dedicated arrow keys or NumPad, which can be problematic for some people. That said, if you are looking for an outstanding mechanical keyboard to pair with your iPad, this is an excellent choice.