Customer Ratings & Reviews

for the price, its a great keyboard. not RGB so if looking for a RGB this is not for you. from space bar towards the top of keyboard its shorter then all of my other keyboards. so it takes up less space that way, as well as from side to side its not as wide compared to other keyboards with a 10 key. some things that i dont like. the lighting, first like i mentioned its not RGB. at the time i am writing this, the logitech G hub software was also not picking it up and could not find anything on site. this could be because its new. so hoping they get that fixed. (even tried updating software). also with the lighting is it only eliminates the main keys? so like 1,2,3 etc but not the secondary part of the key or the FN function so like !,@,# etc. so if dark its hard to see those keys. this is a big one for me because this keyboard uses the shift part or the FN keys for the multimedia key functions. so for instance F7 is illuminated but the play/pause part on that key is not. the cord is hard wired, like i said not to big a deal, but i wish they would just make all of their stuff with a plug and play style so that you can easily just unplug and plug in. I do love how it feels, i love that its smaller. the keys have tiny bumps on them so to speak so it feels great for me. the keys are clicky but not to loud compared to other mechanical switches. the click is basically from pressing the key all the way down. the keys actuate about halfway. but dont give a click sound when the key actuates. i like that as it does not get as loud. the lighting is just white and lights up well, other then what i already said about it. the keyboard is great for both gaming and if you type everyday. and for a keyboard i dont care myself if its wireless or not so this keyboard being wired does not bother me. if you dont mind not having RGB, or wireless then its a great keyboard. and i recommend it especially if you are looking for a mechanical keyboard under 100$.

Wow. I don’t have carpal tunnel. Yet. But I do type a lot. I usually have to stop all the time during the time I type on my keyboard to relax or stretch my arms and hands. With this keyboard I feel like I can go hours without having to stop. What a difference and it shows that quality and a brand that utilizes R&D will produce something that will benefit to your everyday life. Keys are very well built and the back lighting is on par. The only complaint I have is if the light is not on its a little harder to see what the keys say. The only reason I was reading what the keys letters, numbers, and symbols is because I was learning the new placement of the keys (adjusting from my previous keyboard). Once I get it though I’ll never notice. Really a great product and will improve your typing and gaming experience with product that will definitely last awhile (quality wise).

While this new K845 is not part of the Logitech G gaming lineup, I have been using it as my primary gaming keyboard and it has been fantastic. The satin silver metal top plate looks classy, without showing dust and fingerprints like black can. The keys are all backlit with white LED's, and while there is no RGB to change settings, it's a clean look and the lighting looks great. I like how the keyboard is a full size with 10-key on the right, but it's a surprisingly compact package that doesn't take up too much space on my desk. Genuine Cherry MX Red switches are perfect for gaming, and since they are standard switches, this board accepts aftermarket key caps easily. I was able to put my pudding caps on this board without any issues to get more backlighting through they keys, and it looks even better now. Typing and gaming experience is exactly what you would expect from a red-key keyboard. The clean silver look, stout build quality, and pleasant white backlighting makes this a great minimalist gaming keyboard without spending extra on rgb and macro features that I rarely ever use.

Received this Logitech Illuminated K845 Keyboard and have been testing it out. Unboxing this keyboard was easy as pie being its the only thing inside the box. Once I pulled out the keyboard I was simply amazed by the build quality of this corded aluminum keyboard. Very solid and sturdy. It's a full-sized keyboard with 104 keys including a number pad to the right (my fave kind of keyboard). Along the top of the keyboard are the dedicated function keys from F1 to F12. And they are preset to work right out the box with Windows 10. Right out the box this keyboard is plug and play ready. I simply plugged it into my Windows 10 computer which recognized it immediately and started typing away. Another amazing feature of this keyboard is that it is illuminated and has 5 different illuminating modes, which can be changed via F12 button. Just another awesome product by an awesome company. I would recommend this keyboard to anyone who loves the tactile and clickety clackety sound of a solid keyboard like myself.

This keyboard is a wonderful medium between Logitech's non-lighted linear mechanical keyboards, and the full-on RGB backlit series. The keys are all nice and evenly lit, the mechanical linear action is what you're after if you're looking at these kinds of keyboards, and the aluminum construction feels nice and solid. I was a little surprised that this keyboard manages the backlight using on keyboard keys when I already had the software installed to manage my other Logitech backlit products. This is actually probably easier. I HAVE to have a full number pad to use my computer for non-gaming things, and this keyboard fits that bill. I expected some of the niceties that Logitech includes on other keyboards like a large scroll bar volume/page scroll control, and the aluminum body appears to only be aluminum on top. Granted this is where it matters, but it makes for less mass and the keyboard feels lighter weight than you would expect. Also, a non-traditional typeface on the keys coupled with dimmed backlight may mean it's difficult to tell which key is which in the dark. Given those 2 minor complaints I dinged this keyboard down one star to 4, but otherwise it's perfect for me.

The Logitech - K845 Wired Mechanical Linear Keyboard produces a smooth typing experience and offers several keyboard options. My K845 Keyboard was constructed with Red linear switches, which is the main reason for my capacity to type smoothly and quickly. I really enjoy the illumination of the keyboard. I can type without room lighting and I can change the lighting patterns with my FN and various F keys. I can also make keyboard shortcuts with F keys for opening the search box, the calculator and to open media. My fingers fit nicely on top of the keys and the spacing is perfect for dexterity. I could not figure out how to turn on the five lighting patterns! In spite of that the Logitech - K845 Wired Mechanical Linear Keyboard is my best keyboard ever because of the illumination and the many keyboard functions that can be produced.

Keyboard sits too flat, even when "feet" extended and one of the noisiest keyboards ever - on par with an old school typewriter.

First off, the build quality on this keyboard is great. High quality look and feel, with an aluminum top of the keyboard looks and feels great. The cherry red switches are quiet and don't require much force, so you can type quietly and accurately. The buttons are backlit, with 5 different light patters and multiple brightness settings, but there are no color options. You can adjust the angle of the keyboard with the attacked legs on the back corners, with multiple angle options. Overall, this is just a very user friendly and well made USB keyboard. It's versatile design make it a great option for casual use or serious gaming. The only real down-side is no included wrist support pad included. Highly recommended.

back light would not stay lit, keys would not type... took it back

the keys are smaller in size than all the keyboards I have used so far

I am in my early forties and grew up in an office where I had to manually type out forms on a typewriter. This blows most people’s mind that I am that old, but I take it further when I tell them that all these years later, I still have a typewriter on my home desk. It is more for looks but I love it, nonetheless. It has nothing to do with the impromptu ability to type some form of document, it is all about the sound of the keystrokes that really gets me nostalgic and reminiscent. As a PC gamer and product tester I have several (really way too many) keyboards laying around our home office. Some are built for silence, some traditional, and then there are my favorites the mechanicals ones. What makes this one standout more than some of my others is the sound. The red mechanism Logitech has on this K845 makes the keys not annoyingly loud, smooth, clean, crisp, and even perhaps hypnotic. I still probably would not recommend for a communal office space, just out of courtesy for your coworkers. The light feature is neat, but the backlit keyboard is the best part since the goal was not full spectrum RGB. The keyboard as a whole is smaller than most but gives off a vibe a sleek elegance when lit on my desk with a grey blue finish that shines ever so from the luminous keys. The keyboard has a good response time when gaming. The concave of the keys is perfect as well, so your fingers find and strike the correct key and not overstrike multiple keys midgame. My only drawback would be the overall smaller stature of the keyboard does not really suit my hand size for extended gaming hours. I think though it might be an ideal gaming keyboard for a younger person, at least a person with smaller hands, or just to have for a great keyboard. I personally have made this my daily driver keyboard that I have connected to my desktop workstation, why you ask… THE SOUND, love it :)

So before the days of wireless keyboards, we had BIG clunky, oversized clicking keyboards. This is what a LOT of us used for many years. And well, sometimes that is just what is needed now a days. this little beauty isn't BIG or Clunky. It hits the mark, with a little polish that is appreciated. First and foremost, you are NOT getting a wireless job here. no batteries, no dongles. Just an average sized USB cord to plug into an open slot. It is a USB2 style plug, compatible with most computers. But if you are going onto a newer laptop (or MacBook) you will need an adapter for USB-C. (nothing new there). It doesn't have a lot of extra "plastic" so it takes up a bare minimum of space on your desk or keyboard tray. Once it fires up, you will see a very wonderful display of lights, kinda of like it "warming up" and ready for use. When utilizing it, took me about 15 minutes or so to get use to the higher keys, as compared to my Logitech blue-tooth keyboard.. but once I made the adjustments, so nice. The keys give direct feedback to your fingers while typing, there is no mistaking when you push a button down and it pushes back. Feels great to the touch. with in minutes I was back up to full speed typing, and just flowing. Functionally this is great, with a full keypad and other function buttons as well... What I really appreciated about the keyboard, was the look of it. It just looks old school and modern at the same time. I miss that. If you are just tired of the cheap, thin feeling, wireless keyboards out there... give this one a try.. Now... I already know what my plans are for this one... It may get a little TLC, and painted to look a little more mechanical/steampunk.. but that is a personal preference thing... and this keyboard gives me that opportunity to do a little 'bling' to it.

k845 keyboard Summary ———— This is a review of K845 linear mechanical keyboard Its an excellent keyboard and its mechanical. Note that although its a mechanical keyboard its not really from the Logitech g gaming series keyboard, it will serve as a highly accurate/low lag faming keyboard. It does not have RGB lighting although its got a backlit keys. Its got white light only. the light strength can be controlled through the function keys Pros —— Its not that expensive, yet functional Its got backlit Excellent build quality, aluminum top Durable like every other logitech product, will survive 50 million clicks Cons —— None Setup and design ————————— Its a wired keyboard and just plug and play. Plug the USB cable into the windows computer and you are set. The design is futuristic and it will last really long. Enough to survive a few drops by my 3 year old. It is slightly smaller than my wireless keyboard and i could find all my keys that i normally use. Media keys are a good inclusion. its got adjustable tilt legs 4 and 8 degree. Usually on a regular keyboard, the legs just open up without being adjustable. Usage ——— Its a linear mechanical keyboard which can be used for gaming and also doubles up as a work keyboard. The backlit has 5 options but the only 2 usable options are really the static and breathing mode. Backlit pattern can be changed by using FN+F12 and the brightness can be increased or decreased by FN+F1/F2. The keys are smooth and precise although a little louder than my regular wireless keyboard. I think overall this is a great mechanical keyboard without being taxing on your bank.

I use this keyboard in my work from home setup. The mechanical keys make typing for hours a breeze! I use this for some light gaming after hours too and it works great in that setup as well. The red keys are perfect, and they feel great to type on and also for gaming. The backlight options are nice too, and the aluminum finish makes this keyboard perfect for gaming or the office!

I received this product in exchange for my fair and honest opinion. Logitech's K845 is a prime example of where the hardware is awesome but the user experience comes up just short of perfect. You have super smooth linear mechanical switches in the keyboard instead of the typical membrane domes you find in most non-"gaming" keyboards that lead to a typing experience better than pretty much any keyboard that comes standard with a desktop or all-in-one computer today. You get the added bonus of backlighting that has multiple modes and is set by a hotkey as to what mode it's using (solidly lit, bright-on-stroke, chasing backlight, twinkling backlight, and "breathing" backlight). Is it noisier than the keyboard that comes with your desktop or AIO PC? Yes. But it's a good tradeoff as it's not as loud as most mechanical keyboards, especially those with the "clicky" switches. Where it comes up short is the settings are all handled in a very unintuitive way on the keyboard - you press FN+F12 to change the backlight mode. This could have been done in software instead, especially since the backlighting is individually addressable (which could have made for neat user settings). All in all, it's a great keyboard but it just gets held back in the user experience. If the backlighting was software-controlled instead of hotkey-controlled, it would be a much better user experience. I can still recommend it though as it's not super-flashy like the majority of backlit keyboards are.

Having used other mechanical keyboards, I found this one to be one of my favorites. It has large keys and is very easy to be maneuverable. Its solid construction with the aluminum top case is great as well. I would recommend it.

I have been using this Mechanical Keyboard for about a week, and I have to say it is a very satisfying experience. The setup was easy and the response of the keys are fast and comfortable while typing. I love the "bounce" to the keys, and the variations of the backlight patterns is a cool perk to have too. The lighting adds a nice touch to my room. The product feels like it was built with quality materials and does not feel cheap. I would recommend this keyboard to anybody who likes to game and also anyone who just enjoys the feel of mechanical keyboards in general. The keys have a nice sound to them, but are not overly loud and annoying as I know some mech keyboards are. All in all, pretty standard and does the trick!

As a masters student, I am consistently writing about 2,500 words on average per week. When it came to replacing my previous keyboard I knew I wanted a mechanical keyboard that didn't break the bank. As a casual gamer the Logitech k845 with linear red switches was a perfect mix for productivity and slight gaming. This being my first mechanical keyboard I personally own I wanted to make sure the build quality of the board would be something that would feel premium but not over priced. There are gaming keyboarded that fit this same price range but do not offer the same quality. The red linear witches are perfect for gaming and typing. I am happy to have chosen the linear for there smooth press and satisfying sounds. The key caps do not hold finger oils so the keyboard still maintains the new finish after use. Overall the price of the keyboard was the main seller for me. Being a college student money is not always available to make purchases such as this. I am pleased that this premium feeling keyboard was an option at this price point.

No RGB backlighting other than that this keyboard is awesome. I absolutely love this keyboard.

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