Ask HN: Recommandation for an Ergonomic Keyboard?
4 cx42net 1 8/26/2025, 7:28:38 AM
Hi everyone,
My current "Microsoft Natural Ergonomic" Keyboard is starting to show its age and I'm looking to replace it.
Unfortunately, it seems that Microsoft and Logitech are not greatly looking to invest in the "ergonomic" area and I'm left wondering where to look for a *quality* keyboard that can live for years.
For my criteria (not much) I'm looking for a wavy and splitted in the middle keyboard (like the Natural Ergonomic Keyboard), or eventually two pieces of half keyboard, as long as they are wavy (I find it more easier on the wrist).
Ideally wired. I don't understand the purpose of having a wireless keyboard when used at a desk, except to have to plug it from time to time to charge its battery...
What would you recommend?
Thanks!
You will quickly end up researching mechanical split keyboard market and start convincing yourself that 500-1000€ is not that expensive (sic!).
I made an adventure into mechanicals, around half a year on research and getting used to it. Configurability is amazing. Quality great. Noise was not a problem.
Ended up going back to some flat (laptop-like) dell keyboard and a vertical mouse instead. Because my hands started to stiffen up, hurt, the typical stuff. Keyboards were too high (with normal keys) and too expensive+weird (with low profile keys). I tried adding dedicated palm rests, changing habits a bit, changing bindings...
In the end I'm considering buying MS' Sculpt ergonomic keyboard again (it's the one that's actually split, low profile, with optional negative tilt. I think it's only sold with a mouse). It has a lot of flaws, but fatigue was not one of them.
What I'm trying to say: you may spend a lot of time, effort and money and still feel miserable. There are amazing builds out there, but don't forget non mechanical options exist.