Logitech Folio Touch  Keyboard Review

Reviewed Nov 23, 2020 at 10:24am
Retest Jan 31, 2022 at 04:08pm
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
Logitech Folio Touch

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The Logitech Folio Touch is an okay office keyboard. It's designed to be used with an 11-inch iPad Pro or the fourth-generation iPad Air, depending on which variant you get. It connects directly to the iPad via a Smart Connector, so you don't have to charge it, but that means it can't connect to any other device. It has white backlighting that helps if you work in a dark environment, and there's a row of shortcut keys, such as a search button, lock key, and media keys. It offers an okay typing quality, but its compact size may take some time to get used to. It also has a trackpad that you can use with your iPad.

Our Verdict

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Gaming 

The Logitech Folio Touch is bad for gaming. It's not designed for this use and can only connect to your iPad Pro. It lacks macro-programmable keys, but the keys are light to press.

Pros
  • Light typing experience.
Cons
  • No macro keys.
  • No dedicated software.
  • Scissor switches don't offer much tactile feedback.
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Mobile/Tablet 

The Logitech Folio Touch is poor for mobile use. It can only connect to your iPad Pro, and you can't use it with any other device. Still, it's a compact keyboard that's light to carry around and it feels well-built.

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Office 

The Logitech Folio Touch is okay for office use. It offers okay typing quality that shouldn't cause too much fatigue after long periods of use, but it can only connect to your iPad. It has decent ergonomics and the typing noise is quiet so that it shouldn't bother people around you.

Pros
  • Light typing experience.
  • Decent ergonomics.
Cons
  • Can't be used with other device besides iPad Pro or Air.
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Programming 

The Logitech Folio Touch is bad for programming. It only works with iPadOS and you can't connect it to any other device. It also lacks macro-programmable keys. However, it has decent ergonomics and offers an okay overall, light typing experience.

Pros
  • Light typing experience.
  • Decent ergonomics.
Cons
  • No macro keys.
  • No dedicated software.
  • Can't be used with other device besides iPad Pro or Air.
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Entertainment / HTPC 

The Logitech Folio Touch isn't designed for use with a home theater PC. You can't pair it to any device except for the iPad it's connected to via Apple's Smart Connector.

Pros
  • Light and compact.
Cons
  • Can't be used with other device besides iPad Pro or Air.
  • No multi-device pairing.
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  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Jan 31, 2022: We incorrectly listed the switches as rubber dome instead of scissor switches. Also, changed the board size from 65% to 75%.
    2.  Updated Nov 01, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
    3.  Updated May 17, 2021: We now consider the Smart Connector a wired connection, so we updated the Cable box and the connectivity classification from Wireless to Wired.
    4.  Updated Nov 23, 2020: Review published.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    We tested the Logitech Folio Touch for 11-inch iPad Pro in graphite, and there's a gray variant for the fourth-generation iPad Air. For the most part, we expect our results to be valid for the iPad Air variant as well.

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    Popular Keyboard Comparisons

    The Logitech Folio Touch isn't as versatile as other iPad keyboards we've tested because it connects directly to the iPad and not via Bluetooth. Still, if you have an 11-inch iPad Pro or a fourth-generation iPad Air, it delivers decent overall performance for what it's designed for. However, there are less costly options that you can use with other devices, such as the Brydge Pro. Also see our recommendations for the best keyboards for iPad, the best wireless keyboards, and the best keyboards.

    Logitech Combo Touch

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    The Logitech Combo Touch and the Logitech Folio Touch are very similar low-profile folio keyboards designed for select iPad models. Both keyboards have variants available for various generations of the 11-inch iPad Pro and the fourth-generation iPad Air. However, only the Combo Touch has an additional variant for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th gen.) The Combo Touch also has several features the Folio Touch lacks, including a kickstand, a slightly larger trackpad, and a keyboard that's detachable from its case.

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    The Brydge Pro is much better than the Logitech Folio Touch. The Brydge feels better-built, has much better typing quality, and thanks to its Bluetooth support, it can connect to any other device. On the other hand, the Logitech doesn't have a battery, so you don't need to worry about charging it.

    Fintie Soft TPU Keyboard Case For iPad 7th Gen

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    Apple Magic Keyboard 2017

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    The Apple Magic Keyboard 2017 is better than the Logitech Folio Touch. The Apple connects wirelessly via Bluetooth, and you can use it with any Apple operating system, like macOS and iOS. It also has a much better typing experience, much better build quality, and it's lighter. On the other hand, the Logitech is designed only for use with the 11-inch iPad Pro. It has no wireless connectivity options, but it has backlighting, a feature the Apple keyboard lacks.

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    Test Results

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    Design
    Dimensions
    Size
    LockedCompact (75%)
    Height
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    WidthLockedLock" (Lock cm)
    Depth
    LockedLock" (Lock cm)
    Depth With Wrist Rest
    LockedN/A
    Weight
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    Build Quality
    Keycap MaterialLockedLocked

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    Ergonomics
    Board Design
    LockedLocked
    Minimum Incline
    LockedLock°
    Medium Incline
    LockedN/A
    Maximum Incline
    LockedN/A
    Wrist RestLockedLocked

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    Backlighting
    BacklightingLockedLocked
    Color
    LockedLocked
    Individually Backlit Keys
    LockedLocked
    Color Mixing
    LockedLocked
    Effects
    LockedLocked
    Programmable
    LockedLocked

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    Cable & Connector
    ConnectivityLockedWired
    Detachable
    LockedLocked
    LengthLockedN/A
    Connector (Keyboard side)
    LockedLocked

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    0.0
    Wireless Versatility
    Bluetooth
    LockedLocked
    Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
    LockedLocked
    Proprietary Receiver
    LockedLocked
    Battery Type
    LockedLocked

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    Extra Features
    Media Keys
    LockedLocked
    Macro Programmable Keys
    LockedLocked
    Trackpad / TrackballLockedLocked
    WheelLockedLocked
    USB Passthrough
    LockedLocked
    NumpadLockedLocked
    Windows Key Lock
    LockedLocked
    Lock IndicatorLockedLocked

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    Typing Experience
    Keystrokes
    Mechanical
    LockedNo
    Key Switches
    LockedLocked
    Feel
    LockedLocked
    Operating Force
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    Actuation Force
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    Pre-Travel
    LockedLock mm
    Total Travel
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    Typing Quality

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    Latency
    Latency Wired
    LockedN/A
    Latency Receiver
    LockedN/A
    Latency Bluetooth
    LockedN/A

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    Software and Operating System
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    Software & Programming
    Software NameLockedLocked
    Account Required
    LockedLocked
    Profiles
    LockedLocked
    Onboard Memory
    LockedLocked
    Cloud Sync
    LockedLocked
    Macro Programming
    LockedLocked
    Ease Of Use
    LockedLocked
    Software Windows Compatible
    LockedLocked
    Software macOS Compatible
    LockedLocked

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    Keyboard Compatibility
    WindowsLockedLocked
    macOSLockedLocked
    LinuxLockedLocked
    AndroidLockedLocked
    iOSLockedLocked
    iPadOSLockedLocked

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