Our Verdict
This is a disappointing gaming keyboard. They Matias Ergo Pro doesn't have any programmable macro keys, there's no dedicated software, and there's no backlighting for people who game in dark rooms. However, the tactile keys give good feedback, which might please some gamers.
- Great ergonomics with three incline settings.
- Very good typing quality.
- Key caps feel cheap.
- No dedicated software.
The Matias Ergo Pro keyboard doesn't have wireless connectivity.
The Matias Ergo Pro is a great office keyboard. Its split keyboard design allows you to place the two halves however you like. There are three incline settings, including a negative incline, for more ergonomic options. The wrist rest is comfortable and the switches don't make too much noise. Unfortunately, the keycaps feel a bit cheap, but there's enough space between them to help reduce typos.
- Great ergonomics with three incline settings.
- Very good typing quality.
- Key caps feel cheap.
- No dedicated software.
Mediocre for programming. The typing quality feels great with a nice tactile bump and the Ergo Pro itself has a solid build to it. It also has great ergonomics, with different incline settings and a comfortable wrist rest, but there aren't any macro programmable keys or multi-device connectivity. Programmers will be happy with its compatibility with different operating systems, as it's available in Windows or macOS variants.
- Great ergonomics with three incline settings.
- Very good typing quality.
- Key caps feel cheap.
- No dedicated software.
- Great ergonomics with three incline settings.
- Very good typing quality.
- Key caps feel cheap.
- No dedicated software.
Changelog
- Updated Oct 26, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
- Updated Feb 28, 2020: Review published.
- Updated Feb 25, 2020: Our testers have started testing this product.
- Updated Feb 25, 2020: Early access published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
This keyboard is available with tactile and linear switches, but our unit had the tactile switches. It's also available in Windows or macOS versions to provide full compatibility on both operating systems; ours is the Windows version. We expect the same results across the variants, except for typing experience and compatibility.
Popular Keyboard Comparisons
The Matias Ergo Pro has a similar office performance compared to other ergonomic or split-design keyboards such as the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard, Kinesis Freestyle Pro, or Logitech ERGO K860. The multiple incline settings give it an edge over some of its competitors in that regard. Check out our recommendations for the best keyboards, the best keyboards for writers, and the best keyboards for programming.
The Microsoft Surface Keyboard is a marginally better keyboard than the Matias Ergo Pro. It's a wireless keyboard with Bluetooth connectivity, but it doesn't have multi-device pairing. It's not nearly as heavy as the Matias, so it's also a better portable option. However, the Matias is somewhat better for office use because it has a better ergonomic design with a wrist rest and multiple incline settings. The Ergo Pro also uses mechanical switches, which deliver good feedback when typing.
The Kinesis Freestyle Pro is a better overall keyboard than the Matias Ergo Pro, although the Matias is a bit superior for office use. It has a wrist rest and incline settings, plus the build quality is also better. However, the Kinesis has full compatibility on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems with dedicated software with a few customization options.
The Matias Ergo Pro is better than the Adesso Tru-Form 150. It has multiple incline settings and a comfortable wrist rest, plus the typing quality is very good. It has a better build quality than the Adesso, but the keycaps still feel cheap and wobble like the Adesso. Neither keyboard has a dedicated software, but the Adesso has a multi-color backlighting and dedicated media keys.
The Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB is a better gaming keyboard than the Matias Ergo Pro. The Kinesis features mechanical Cherry MX switches, while the Matias has proprietary Matias Quiet Click switches. You can't program keys on the Matias, while you can on the Kinesis, and you even have access to 9 dedicated macro keys. You also have RGB lighting on the Kinesis, while the Matias lacks any type of backlighting.
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