Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (920-010499) Review

Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (920-010499) Review

This review dives deep into the Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (920-010499), exploring its features, performance, and overall user experience. We’ve put it through its paces to provide you with a comprehensive evaluation, covering everything from its compact design and comfortable typing to its battery life and connectivity.

Table of Contents

Introduction

The Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Illuminated Keyboard is a compact and stylish keyboard designed for productivity. It boasts a minimalist design, comfortable typing experience, and impressive battery life, making it an attractive option for users who value both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

The MX Keys Mini comes packed with features designed to enhance your typing experience and productivity:

  • Compact Design: The keyboard’s smaller footprint saves valuable desk space without compromising on functionality.
  • Illuminated Keys: The backlighting adjusts automatically based on ambient light, providing optimal visibility in any environment.
  • Bluetooth Connectivity: Connect to up to 3 devices simultaneously and switch between them effortlessly.
  • USB-C Quick Charge: A full charge provides up to 10 days of use or up to 5 months with backlighting off.
  • Logitech Flow Technology: Seamlessly control multiple computers with a single mouse, enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • Logi Options+ App: Customize keyboard settings, including key mapping and backlighting preferences.

Performance

The MX Keys Mini delivers a comfortable typing experience, thanks to its responsive keys and well-spaced layout. The keys are quiet and offer a satisfying tactile feedback. The backlighting is responsive and provides excellent visibility in low-light conditions. The Bluetooth connectivity is reliable and seamless, allowing for easy switching between devices. The battery life is impressive, delivering on its promised duration, and the USB-C charging is quick and convenient.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

  • Compact and stylish design
  • Comfortable typing experience
  • Responsive and adjustable backlighting
  • Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
  • Long battery life and fast charging
  • Compatibility with Logitech Flow technology
  • Customization options through Logi Options+ app

Cons:

  • No dedicated number pad
  • FileVault compatibility issues (requires Logi Bolt USB Receiver)

Final Verdict

The Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Illuminated Keyboard is a great choice for anyone looking for a compact, stylish, and functional keyboard. Its comfortable typing experience, impressive battery life, and convenient features make it an excellent option for both home and office use. However, the lack of a dedicated number pad and potential compatibility issues with FileVault might be a dealbreaker for some users. If you prioritize a minimalist design and comfortable typing over a number pad, the MX Keys Mini is a worthy investment.

Specifications

Feature Value
Height 131.95 mm
Width 295.99 mm
Depth 20.97 mm
Weight 506.4 g
Connectivity Connect via Bluetooth Low Energy technology
Easy-switch Connect up to 3 devices and switch between them
Wireless range 10 meters. Wireless range may vary depending on operating environment and computer setup
Hand proximity sensor Activated backlighting
Ambient light sensor Auto-adjust
Battery USB-C rechargeable: up to 10 days or up to 5 months with backlighting off. Battery life may vary based on user and computing conditions
Power switch On/Off
Indicator lights Caps Lock and Battery indicator lights
Compatibility Compatible with Logitech Flow technology enabled mouse. Requires Logi Options+ app available on Windows and macOS
Type Rechargeable Li-Po (1500 mAh) battery
Customization app Supported by Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS. Available on Windows and macOS at logitech.com/optionsplus
ATTENTION: FILEVAULT FileVault is an encryption system available on some Mac computers. When enabled, it might prevent Bluetooth devices from connecting with your computer if you have not yet logged in. If you have FileVault enabled, we advise purchasing the compatible Logi Bolt USB Receiver.
Pale Gray and Rose plastics 12% post-consumer recycled material. Excludes packaging, printed circuit board (PCB)
Paper Packaging FSC™-certified
Product carbon footprint 10.78 kg CO2e