The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is a folio keyboard designed primarily for use with iPad Pro and iPad Air devices. It combines a keyboard with a detachable folio cover that holds your iPad and doubles as an adjustable stand. It also features backlit keys for visibility in low-light conditions, uses a built-in rechargeable battery, and supports multi-device pairing via Bluetooth.
This keyboard is available in several sizes to accommodate different iPad devices. We bought the ZAGG Pro Keys 2 for iPad Pro 11" (M4). For more details, see the Differences Between Variants section.
Our Verdict
While the ZAGG Pro Keys 2 isn't designed for gaming, it's suitable for playing casual titles. However, its latency performance is too high and inconsistent for fast-paced or competitive games.
Good overall build quality.
Latency is too high and inconsistent for fast-paced or competitive gaming.
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is a decent option for office use if you mainly use an iPad for your workflow. It has good build quality, and the keyboard can be completely detached from the folio cover for added flexibility. It’s also fully compatible with devices beyond iPads, including Windows and macOS computers, as well as other tablets and phones. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and supports multi-device pairing with up to two devices. That said, typing quality is a weak point. The keys feel mushy and have very short total travel, which can make typing feel abrupt. Key spacing is also quite cramped, though that’s fairly typical for this style of keyboard.
Good overall build quality.
Slim, lightweight design.
Mediocre typing quality with tightly spaced keys and fairly mushy-feeling switches.
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is designed specifically to be used with iPad Pro and iPad Air devices, but it's a good keyboard for use with any tablet or mobile device. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and supports multi-device pairing with two devices simultaneously. Just note that the iPad case portion likely won't fit other non-Apple devices. However, this isn't a major issue as you can detach the keyboard from the folio segment completely. Otherwise, the typing quality is passable with slightly mushy feeling keys and fairly abrupt total travel, but this is expected and fairly typical of portable folio-style keyboards designed for tablets. It also has its own rechargeable battery so it doesn't rely on your devices for power, and it has backlighting—a feature that's still uncommon in this category.
Good overall build quality.
Supports multi-device pairing with two devices simultaneously.
Designed for iPads but fully compatible with other devices.
Slim, lightweight design.
Mediocre typing quality with tightly spaced keys and fairly mushy-feeling switches.
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is a decent option for programming, though it’s not specifically designed for that use. It has solid overall build quality and a slim, portable design that’s comfortable to type on without a wrist rest. It also features backlighting and supports multi-device pairing with two devices simultaneously. However, typing quality is only adequate. The keys feel a bit mushy, the spacing is fairly cramped, and the short travel distance may be uncomfortable—especially if you're a more forceful typist.
Good overall build quality.
Supports multi-device pairing with two devices simultaneously.
Has backlighting for reading legends in low-light conditions.
Mediocre typing quality with tightly spaced keys and fairly mushy-feeling switches.
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is acceptable for entertainment or home theater PC use. It has solid overall build quality and a slim, lightweight profile that makes it easy to move around and use from a couch. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth, supports multi-device pairing, and includes backlighting for easier viewing in low-light environments. Unfortunately, the backlighting is quite dim, even at maximum brightness. Additionally, there's no trackpad, so you may still need to use a mouse to navigate menus.
Supports multi-device pairing with two devices simultaneously.
Has backlighting for reading legends in low-light conditions.
Slim, lightweight design.
Has a set of dedicated media keys.
Mediocre typing quality with tightly spaced keys and fairly mushy-feeling switches.
Latency is too high and inconsistent for fast-paced or competitive gaming.
Backlighting is somewhat dim and shine-through legends have some obstructions.
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 has adequate raw performance suitable for casual gaming. However, it lacks N-key rollover, and its latency performance is too high and inconsistent for any kind of fast-paced or competitive gaming.
Update rate is limited to 90Hz.
Lacks N-key rollover.
Changelog
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Updated Sep 04, 2025:
Added a reference to the Logitech Flip Folio in the Dimensions test box as an alternative with a smaller footprint.
- Updated Mar 14, 2025: Review published.
- Updated Mar 07, 2025: Early access published.
- Updated Feb 28, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The ZAGG Pro Keys 2 is only available in a black colorway, but it comes in several different sizes to fit different sizes and generations of iPads. We bought and tested the iPad Pro 11" (M4) variant, but we expect all our tests to apply broadly to all variants. See an image of our unit's label.
| Product Name | Size |
|---|---|
| ZAGG Pro Keys 2 | For iPad Pro 11" (M4) |
| For iPad Pro 13" (M4) | |
| For iPad Air 11" (M2, M3), iPad Air 10.9" (Gen 5, 4) | |
| For iPad Air 13" (M2, M3) |
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