CORSAIR - SKIFF 100 PLUS Gaming Keyboard – 10-Zone RGB – 100% - Rotary Dial - Quiet, Responsive Switches – IP53 - Black

Corsair has been the subject of many conversations in the past few months. I usually come across at least two people a week, asking me if I could recommend one of their headsets, keyboards or mice. And I have to say, it's pretty easy to do, as Corsair rarely misses. Now, here I am, with the honor to be able to try out another, dare I say it, straight-up banger. And it's on the lower end of the budget. The Corsair Skiff 100 Plus, has all of the coolest bells and whistles that can actually benefit you while you stream, write up documents for work, of for what it's meant for. Gaming. First of all, you've got a full, 100% keyboard (That's number pad and all), with a detachable wrist rest included. The RGBs pop and there are many different customizations that I can program. Giving off just enough luminance to look good without distracting me from my task, at hand. Those G keys on the side come in, clutch when setting up short-cuts, like quick phrases or general multi-button prompts, or they're just comfortably out of the way. Ever wish you could adjust your volume, on the fly, without any mouse wiggle? Well, viola! The rotary dial, up in the right corner is there to give you complete media control of that. As you read this, know that my daughter is asleep right next to me as I type out this review, while using this keyboard. It's so whisper quiet, that she isn't the least bit disturbed. I like to have drinks on hand while I stream my gameplay. And unfortunately, I have had instances where I would ruin a keyboard, over a juice spill. Here, I can be confident , while really getting into the game and maybe even rage a little (I don't recommend doing that, but it does happen.). If I were to spill on this one, it is IP53 dust and water resistant. It's also not a hefty unit, so it can be carried to a LAN party, if need be. I plan on using this one on my PS5, for chatting, as it is usable on both of your major consoles, as well as PCs. I've already got a keyboard for my Xbox SX, so this is perfect. Typing is buttery, smooth and I really enjoy the comfort of what looks like a mechanical keyboard, with a feel similar to a membrane style. All of this goodness, with such an affordable price tag. I can't help but give such high praise. Christmas is coming up. You've got that gamer to think about, even if that gamer is you. (It's me. I'm that gamer, by the way.) Corsair just doesn't miss. I love it.

I am happily typing this review on my new CORSAIR SKIFF 100 Plus gaming keyboard. I have been very pleased with it so far. It has many great features and a few things that I wish were different. Value I think, for a gaming keyboard, it is a good value. At $70 it’s half the cost of many other gaming keyboards with some important caveats. For one, this is a membrane keyboard - not mechanical. If you want a mechanical keyboard, keep scrolling. That said, I prefer a quieter keyboard and this is somewhere between mechanical and membrane sounding. It sounds a little clicky, but a softer click. It has some nice features you would expect like, six programmable keys, RGB lighting, and a dial for volume. Easy to Use This keyboard is so easy to use. One of my favorite features is the fact that I did not need to install any software to map keys or change colors. There is a website that handles all that. This was a big win for me because I wanted to be able to use this keyboard with my PC and my work laptop but I can’t install any software on my work laptop, but I can go to Corsair’s website to set it up. The main gripe I have about this keyboard is the layout of any key that has more than one character, for example, the 4 key is also the $ key. Every keyboard I have ever used puts the 4 on the bottom and the $ on top. For some reason all of these keys are reversed. It is a small annoyance but it is one I can deal with. Performance I have had no lag or response issues. The colors look fairly bright and vibrant. I like the detachable wrist pad for support. Everything works well as it should. Overall As I mentioned, if you want a clicky mechanical keyboard, this is not it. If you want a mid range gaming keyboard that sounds a little clicky, that has a lot of features and is very easy to use, this is a great choice. With the full ten-key it is also good for me to use for work. I work from home and I’m a Data Analyst and the ten-key is a must. So overall this is a very versatile keyboard that could really work for anyone.

The Corsair Skiff 100 Plus is a premium feeling keyboard packed with features, yet it’s priced surprisingly competitively compared to others in its class. It’s built for gaming, but it has the kind of thoughtful functionality that makes it a reliable daily workhorse. The first thing you notice is how responsive the keys feel. They have a soft bounce with a fast return, giving you quick feedback without the loud clack you’d expect from a gaming board. It manages near silent keystrokes while still delivering the tactile feel needed for more aggressive play. The next standout feature is the six programmable G buttons on the left side. Their most useful capability, at least for me, is macro recording. You can set them up through either the web interface or the iCue desktop software, and once programmed, they can automate just about anything. In my case, I use one button to run a Windows batch script that resets my video card when it fails to wake the monitors. Instead of digging through menus, I tap a single key and the script handles everything. The media knob is another great touch. A lot of keyboards use a vertical slider to keep the profile slim, but the Skiff’s knob is more intuitive. You just twist clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust volume or press down to control playback. It’s simple, but it feels natural like using a dial on a radio. Of course, it wouldn’t be a gaming keyboard without RGB customization. You get 10 color zones to tweak again through either the web interface or iCue. It’s flexible enough to match whatever mood you’re in. One underrated quality of life feature is the IP53 spill resistance. If you accidentally splash a drink or deal with dust, you can clean it up easily with an air blower. Even sugary spills are less of a nightmare since the design helps prevent liquid from seeping into every crevice. In the end, the Skiff 100 Plus delivers a ton of value for its price. With all these features and the overall build quality, it’s hard not to recommend this keyboard to potential buyers.

This keyboard has some really great features for the price. Quiet keys, programmable buttons, a multifunction knob that controls music/media right out of the box. You also get an easy toggle for adjusting RGB effect directly from a button without having to dive into software every time you want to play with it. __ Design __ It looks and feels great. I imagine that being a wired keyboard allowed for it’s affordability, but you get a lot here with quality keys, a soft palm rest, and programmable keys that stay out of the way and don’t increase the its footprint at all. I love the full-size numpad and nicely separated arrow keys. Its black plastic feels typical and expected, but it’s also solid underhand. Probably my favorite aspects are the quiet keys and dust/water resistance. We’ve killed our last two keyboards by another brand due to cat hair and debris ultimately causing keys to stick and I hope the design here will prevent similar issues with dust ingress. The keys themselves feel great, with just a slight squishiness that likely stems from their sound deadening design. I prefer keeping the palm rest attached as it strikes the right balance of padding and support. It also appears to be much better at resisting skin oils… but time will tell. __ Performance __ In being a wired keyboard, it comes across as having just about no lag. I almost forgot how generally unnecessary wireless keyboards are... The attached USB cord it not intrusive on my desk and it appears to only have upsides in being both more affordable, and quick to respond. __ Overall __ This is a nicely versatile keyboard at a great price. It’s definitely quieter than every keyboard we’ve owned before, but key travel remains great. The standard layout feels spacious and the detachable palm rest is a great inclusion. RGB lighting is fun, and with 10 zones, it creates smooth gradients under a milky, splash-resistant membrane. Highly recommended because it hits all of the sweet spots, including cost.

This Corsair SKIFF is a nicely made, budget-friendly keyboard. While it doesn't have the premium touches found on Corsair's higher-end models, it still delivers the same solid performance while offering a few advantages of its own. This is a full-size gaming keyboard with IP53 spill resistance and vibrant RGB lighting. It also includes a wrist rest with a smooth, rubberized surface that almost feels like silicone, making it comfortable to use for extended periods. The RGB lighting is bright and colorful, and one feature I really liked is that the lights are like a single continuous piece, creating an even glow with no visible light leaks. Setup is about as simple as it gets, just plug it in via the attached USB-A cable and you're ready to go. The cable is not detachable. To customize the lighting and settings, Corsair's Web Hub is currently required, although the manufacturer states that iCUE support is expected by the end of September. At the moment, the Web Hub offers fairly limited customization. You can assign macros to the six dedicated macro keys, but the lighting options are limited to preset effects. I assume the advertised 10 customizable RGB zones will become available once iCUE fully supports this keyboard. Performance is excellent for both gaming and everyday typing. I played several shooter games, and the keyboard felt responsive throughout. It features a 1,000Hz polling rate, and I experienced no issues with responsiveness. The keys are soft, highly responsive, and surprisingly quiet. In fact, this is one of the quietest keyboards I've ever used. If you enjoy the loud, clicky feel of traditional mechanical keyboards, this isn't the keyboard for you. The keycaps appear to be non-removable due to the spill-resistant design. I tried to pop one out but after a bit of pressure it was no budging, I let it be. There's a dedicated volume knob that can also function as a media control, but it currently requires software customization that isn't yet available. Overall and for the price, this is an excellent budget-friendly keyboard. It may not have the premium aesthetics or high-end features of Corsair's flagship models, but it offers strong performance along with useful features like IP53 spill resistance, vibrant RGB lighting, dedicated macro keys, and convenient media controls. While software customization is somewhat limited at launch, it appears to have promising support planned for the near future. In the box, you'll find the keyboard, the wrist rest, and the warranty documentation.