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Best Keyboards 2026 — Mechanical, Wireless & Gaming

Find the perfect keyboard for typing, programming, gaming, and office work. Compare mechanical switches, wireless, and ergonomic options.

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Our Recommendation: Keychron Q1 Pro

Premium 75% wireless mechanical keyboard with gasket mount, hot-swappable switches, and QMK/VIA support.

★★★★★4.6/5 (3,450 reviews)
  • Premium gasket mount feel
  • Hot-swappable switches
  • QMK/VIA programmable

What are the best keyboards to buy right now?

Our top-rated keyboards right now are the Keychron Q1 Pro (£189). These are our editor's picks based on value, performance, and user reviews.

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Keychron Q1 Pro

★★★★½4.6(3,450 reviews)
from£179RRP £1992 retailers
layout75% (84 keys)
switchesGateron Jupiter (hot-swap)
connectivityBluetooth 5.1, 2.4GHz, USB-C
Premium gasket mount feelHot-swappable switches
Heavy for travel

What is the best keyboard for programming?

The Keychron Q1 Pro is our top pick for programmers. Its gasket-mounted mechanical switches provide satisfying feedback, QMK/VIA programmability lets you customise every key, and wireless/wired modes give flexibility. The Logitech MX Keys S is the best non-mechanical option.

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Keychron Q1 Pro

★★★★½4.6(3,450 reviews)
from£179RRP £1992 retailers
layout75% (84 keys)
switchesGateron Jupiter (hot-swap)
connectivityBluetooth 5.1, 2.4GHz, USB-C
Premium gasket mount feelHot-swappable switches
Heavy for travel
Top Rated-8%
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Logitech MX Keys S

★★★★½4.5(8,970 reviews)
from£109RRP £1194 retailers
layoutFull-size
switchesMembrane (scissor)
connectivityBluetooth, Logi Bolt
Perfect for productivityMulti-device switching
Not mechanical

Mechanical vs membrane keyboard — which is better?

Mechanical keyboards offer better typing feel, longer lifespan (50M+ keystrokes), and are customisable. Membrane keyboards (like MX Keys S) are quieter, lighter, and cheaper. For typing all day: mechanical. For office quiet: membrane.

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Keychron Q1 Pro

★★★★½4.6(3,450 reviews)
from£179RRP £1992 retailers
layout75% (84 keys)
switchesGateron Jupiter (hot-swap)
connectivityBluetooth 5.1, 2.4GHz, USB-C
Premium gasket mount feelHot-swappable switches
Heavy for travel
Top Rated-8%
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Logitech MX Keys S

★★★★½4.5(8,970 reviews)
from£109RRP £1194 retailers
layoutFull-size
switchesMembrane (scissor)
connectivityBluetooth, Logi Bolt
Perfect for productivityMulti-device switching
Not mechanical

What is the best gaming keyboard?

The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro with analog optical switches and Rapid Trigger technology is the ultimate gaming keyboard. It offers adjustable actuation per key (0.1-4.0mm), making it the fastest keyboard for competitive gaming.

Top Rated-4%10% Off
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Razer Huntsman V3 Pro

★★★★½4.5(2,120 reviews)
from£239RRP £2492 retailers
layoutFull-size
switchesRazer Analog Optical
connectivityUSB-C (wired)
Rapid Trigger is game-changingAdjustable actuation per key
Wired only

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