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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 144 reviews

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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Customers are saying

Customers value the Full-size Wired Membrane Keyboard's overall performance and key feel. Users find the keyboard comfortable, appreciate its quiet operation, and note its reliable connectivity. The full-size layout is also seen as a functional benefit. With these qualities, the keyboard appears to be a well-received option.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple, but Works

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simple keyboard but everything worked perfectly fine. I needed it to use a raspberry pi at home and I didn’t have any issues with it. Would buy again if I needed to but i’m sure this one will last forever and my pockets were saved also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple, Low Cost Wired PC Keyboard

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simple, low cost wired PC keyboard. I choose Best Buy Essentials first if they have what I am looking for. They put their name on it so it better be good. It is. I bought one each for home and office. Three weeks steady now with no problems. I am certainly not a power user but I am at it every day.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly Great Quality for a Budget Keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently purchased the Best Buy essentials™ Full-size Wired Membrane Keyboard (Black) as a backup keyboard for my home office, but honestly, it has exceeded my expectations and is now my daily driver. Right out of the box, the keyboard feels sturdy for something at this price point. It’s lightweight, but not flimsy, and the matte black finish gives it a clean, minimal look that blends well with any setup. The keys are full-sized and well-spaced, which is a must for comfortable typing, especially during long work sessions. I was surprised by how satisfying the typing experience is. The membrane keys are soft and quiet, yet responsive enough for accurate typing. There’s a nice tactile feel without the loud clicky noise of mechanical keyboards, making it ideal for shared or quiet environments. This keyboard is a great example of how “essentials” doesn’t have to mean “cheap” in a bad way. It’s dependable, comfortable, and does exactly what it’s supposed to without any extra complications. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a basic full-size keyboard without breaking the bank.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Buy Essentials Full-Size Wired Keyboard

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No problems. Works as expected and Best Buy had it ready on time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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      Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear that the Best Buy essentials™ Full-Size Wired Membrane Keyboard is working just as expected and that your pickup experience was smooth and on time. Reliability and convenience are exactly what we aim for! If you ever need more tech essentials or support, we’re always here to help. Ivy | Best Buy essentials Support BBY-ExBrand_Best_Buy_essentials

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice, inexpensive replacement

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The only thing I don't like about this keyboard is that the enter key has an extra key next to it to the left (backslash), that I strike more often than the enter key. It's frustrating, and a poor design flaw. But it does the job, just have to be more aware. I bought it because I had accidentally left my keyboard at home when I took my computer to a friend's house, where I was house- and dog-sitting for two weeks. I'll keep the Best Buy keyboard as a backup. Thankfully it was inexpensive, and a backup is always good to have, especially if my original keyboard stops working. I go through keyboards and mice fairly frequently.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Bang for the buck!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I give the keyboard 5 stars bc what you get for the price is a fantastic value. it works well and no need for drivers to download - just plug and play! lightweight and the keys push seamlessly. Just a regular traditional keyboard that works well. Buy one as a backup or when your current one gets too dirty to clean

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Key feel

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great keyboard

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its a great soft keyboard It has every button i need and is the perfect size for my desk. Overall i am fond of this keyboard, especially since it was super cheap

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Key feel

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good-Feel Keys on Keyboard

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect fit for my hands. Keys feel good - as I come from back in day of using a typewriter, and I type hard and fast. I just hope that the letters do not fade off, as with previous keyboards.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Soft and comfortable keys

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quiet keyboard, good design and really comfortable. Definitely my go-to keyboard for work now!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Key feel, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The ketboard was an easy set up. Amd works great. The keyboard keys are soft ro touch

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stripped down, basic. But solid.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As basic as they come, but it gets the job done. I needed a very cheap stopgap keyboard after my 1-year-old poured 20 ounces of coffee on my expensive mechanical keyboard and shorted it out, and this did the job. For 11 bucks, it powered on and registered keystrokes. What more do you want?

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Keyboard works well.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The keyboard was easy to install, and has worked fine, unlike the two wireless keyboards we had previously, one of which came with the computer and the other, which was a replacement, which eventually began failing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Key feel

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this keyboard to replace one I had due to me having a hard tome making out the letters and characters on the keys at night. This one has much bolder ad brighter key markings than my other one and I have no problem making out the keys now!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Outstanding keyboard

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a terrific keyboard, especially for the very reasonable price! It's everything I need: comfortable touch, quiet, so easy to install. It was great I could order online and pick up in-store the same day. Thanks, Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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      Thank you for your outstanding review! We're so pleased to hear that you find the Best Buy essentials™ Full-size Wired Membrane Keyboard to be terrific, especially for the price! It's wonderful that it offers a comfortable touch, quiet operation, and easy installation. We're also glad you enjoyed the convenience of ordering online and picking up in-store the same day. Thanks for your kind words! If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! - Mae | BestBuy Essential Support BBY-ExBrand_Best_Buy_essentials

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Functional Keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Basic but functional full size keyboard. If you need a basic keyboard without all the bells and whistles this is it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It Works

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We bought this cheap keyboard because the one we had had issues and we needed something in a hurry. What can you say about a $12 keyboard, it works.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Wired keyboard.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I found this keyboard to get me by when my labtop keyboard hit the skids. Kept me up and running until icould replace my laptop. Plug and play with no issues. Very inexpensive. Only down side is the keyboard is not lit. Can't complain about a keyboard under $15.00.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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      Hi Pauley,
      Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re glad the keyboard helped you stay productive when your laptop keyboard gave out. Plug-and-play reliability and affordability are exactly what we aim for. We hear you on the backlighting great feedback for future improvements. Patricia | Best Buy Essential Support BBY-ExBrand_Best_Buy_essentials

  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wired Keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great wired keyboard - plug in play. Works really well - much better than my wireless keyboard. There is no lagging at all.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity, Key feel

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    USBA & very springy/spongy key presses.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works quickly with MacBook c adapter. Plug/play. Don't like USBA cord. It's too springy and will be returning. If you're looking for old school type keyboard, this is good. It's far different feel from laptop and requires more effort to push keys.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
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      Thank you, CathyG. We’re glad to hear the keyboard functions well with your MacBook setup. We also appreciate your thoughts on the cord design and typing experience—your feedback is valuable and helps us better serve our customers. Tine | Best Buy Essentials Support BBY-ExBrand_Best_Buy_essentials

  • Pros mentioned:
    Key feel, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Basic keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall basic keyboard wired. Works as described. All keys work. Nothing fancy. But works priced right

    I would recommend this to a friend
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