Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great keyboard only made for the Microsoft Surface Pro 12”. I am coming from a Microsoft Surface Go 2 paired with the official Surface Keyboard, and this keyboard for the Surface Pro 12” is much better. Microsoft really should just include the keyboard given the price of the Surface Pro 2 itself. The keys are responsive, have a nice feel to them, much better than my previous Surface Go keyboard. The trackpad is also pretty big and you can left and right click like you can with a traditional mouse. The keyboard connects magnetically and stays on as it must use a pretty strong magnet. It stays on too. The keyboard also then acts to protect the screen when closed, and actually stays closed. This is a really nice design. I would say if anyone is buying the Surface Pro 12 with any intention of using it as an actual computer then an actual tablet needs a keyboard. Windows 11 doesn’t quite cut it as an all the time operating system just with a touch screen. Now, this product comes with the pen too, adding to the cost. I am an artist, and this is my first time having a pen that is not made by Wacom that really feels good to draw with. The Surface Pro 12” is just about the smallest size you would go if you are thinking of actually drawing with it. It is very pressure sensitive and very nice to draw with. I draw with the Sketchbook Pro app and it is a dream to draw with this pen. The pen is rechargeable, and it magnetically sticks to the back of the Surface Pro 12 into a groove shaped like the pen. This is also where the pen gets charged by the Surface, so it is always ready to go. Now, if you are not an artist, this pen is not totally necessary and possibly might annoy you as it doesn’t quite sit flush with the rest of the back of the Surface. This isn’t a big thing most of the time, but I am always afraid it will get loose in my backpack. Not a big deal but maybe something worth mentioning. The back of the surface will not lay flat while that pen is in place. All in all, these really make the Surface Pro 12 into a really nice tablet / computer, though if I were not an artist, I would personally skip the pen. I don’t see a whole lot of use for it if you are not an artist.

This keyboard has been a game changer for my productivity. The keys feel smooth and responsive, and the trackpad is accurate and easy to use. I love how it connects instantly without lag, and the battery life is impressive. It turns my tablet into a mini laptop, which is perfect for schoolwork and emails. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their tablet experience!

The Surface Pro keyboard and pen are incredible peripherals for the Surface Pro 12”, and are basically necessities when buying the Surface Pro! (So much so, they should absolutely be included/bundled together with the computer!) The keyboard is very solidly built and sturdy, covered in a premium, soft-to-the-touch fabric material. It easily and very strongly magnetically snaps onto the Surface Pro via a set of pins that line up to the bottom of the Surface Pro, and also doubles as a wrap-around cover for the Surface (can freely move 360 degrees), which stays magnetically closed when covering the screen! The keyboard keys and trackpad are both very high quality as well, and have satisfying clicks/presses that definitely make the typing experience feel premium. I do think the keys on the keyboard are slightly differently spaced than most laptop keyboards I’ve used, as when switching from my standard computer keyboards to this keyboard I tend to occasionally accidentally mis-type words, but I always get used to it again very quickly. The keyboard is also backlit, has many useful function buttons at the top (which as a note, their uses are very obvious which is nice!), and has a Copilot button near the bottom right of the keyboard for if you’re an AI power user! The pen is also really great! It magnetically attaches (extremely strongly!) to the back of the Surface Pro where it also wirelessly charges, and in general is a really great writing, drawing, and stylus tool! It has a pressure sensitive tip, so in certain software, such as OneNote or Whiteboard, you can be quite expressive with the pen, and the Surface Pro has excellent palm-rejection, so you can truly use the Surface like a notepad! Flipping the pen around to the “eraser” side will also let you erase your writing in the aforementioned software, pressing the side button in conjunction with dragging lets you easily group select items on the screen in many supported apps, and tapping the screen while the side button is pressed acts as a “right click”, very nice and intuitive touches! The Surface Pro includes all sorts of first party apps and operating system-level support for making great use of the pen, letting you do things like write directly in supported text fields with the pen as input, take notes like a pro, and even take a quick note at any time by clicking the top of the pen to bring up a fresh note! I very much enjoy using the pen!

The Microsoft Surface Pro 12” is pretty impressive on its own. But, when you snap this backlit keyboard and pen to it, you practically have a complete laptop plus pen. The magnetic connection between the tablet and keyboard is really strong, while the keyboard has some play to it to allow for better positioning and not leave any slack hanging around. The bottom side has a nice felt covering and the sturdiness of the whole panel is quite impressive for how thin it is. It has a typical touch pad that feels responsive to clicks. You have all the standard keys with function keys by default having various media and brightness buttons for the screen and the keyboard. It also has a lone Copilot button, which is interesting if you want to pull it up quickly instead of using the default key combo. Closing the keyboard acts like a screen cover and automatically puts the device to sleep. Flipping it behind the tablet also deactivates the keys, so no accidental typing if you don’t want to remove it for tablet purposes. The pen has to be charged by placing it in the groove on the back of the tablet and then connected through Bluetooth settings. However, once that is done, it works perfectly. The oval shape fits comfortably between fingers and there is a function button that essentially acts as a right click of a mouse. It glides perfectly on the glass surface and with the right applications, it is even pressure sensitive. The pen snaps tight in the groove on the back of the tablet, but it does stick out a bit, leaving a bit of imbalance if intending to lay it flat on the back. Overall I feel this keyboard and pen combo is essential for the Surface Pro. Not only does it make the tablet into a laptop and adds a protective case, but the pen is perfect for anyone that wants to do some digital art.

As much as I think the Microsoft Surface Pro 12” is a fantastic product on its own, I simply cannot imagine using it sans the keyboard. To me, this is an absolutely essential product that should be considered a necessary accessory purchase if you are planning on getting a Surface Pro. The pen, however, I find to be slightly more optional. The first things that stood out to me about this keyboard – and yes, I’m typing this whole review on it – is that it’s thin while still feeling more like a “regular” keyboard. The keys are standard sized keys and they’re all individual keys as opposed to some flat membrane keyboard. They’re thin keyboards, but it provides just enough of a tactile feedback that I don’t feel hundreds of miles from my main mechanical keyboard. The layout is similar to a full keyboard minus the number pad section. The enter key and scroll arrows are a bit smaller, similar to many other smaller sized laptops nowadays, but the rest feel normal sized and adjusting to typing was easy accomplished in a few instant messages. It’s got full sized numbers along the tope and smaller function keys at the very top. There is a handy light on both the caps lock and function keys. The latter is very welcome, as you don’t have to hold to use. The dimensions are the same as the screen, but obviously thinner. I’ve about medium to large sized hands and the size of the palm rest areas are just big enough. Part of my left palm rests slightly off the keyboard area, but it’s thin enough that it’s not a noticeable bump between the part of my palm on the palm rest and on the desk surface it sits on. There is a backlight, which is welcome in slightly darker environments. The trackpad is exactly what you’d like it to be. It’s generously sized, in my opinion, for a keyboard of this size. It’s smooth, but a noticeably different surface from the palm rest areas next to it. And, my favorite part, is that there is a satisfying click to it. The keyboard magnetically clips to the bottom of the Surface Pro. It’s a satisfying and strong click. Strong enough that this is not falling off, but not so strong as to struggle to remove it. I have to hand it to the team that designed that aspect of it, as it’s truly the perfect level of tension to feel both secure but not stuck on there. Once connected, the Surface just recognizes it completely. No software installs, no adjusting things, separate powering or anything of the sort – connect it and go. There is also a magnetic connection when swinging the keyboard around the Surface in both directions. Cover the screen, it goes into standby and holds shut as a cover. Swing it around the other way and it snaps to the back of the Surface and deactivates – so you don’t have to worry about inputting any keystrokes on accident while holding the Surface as a tablet. My biggest gripes are minor. As a screen cover it’s okay. It’ll protect the screen, but I’ve noticed imprints of the key spacing amongst my finger smudges on the screen. On the reverse of the keyboard is a suede-like material. It feels nice, but I worry about it collecting dirt. That said, I can’t imagine it being the same plastic surface as the keyboard itself, as that would surely collect noticeable scratches. Closing it while the pen is attached to the surface is also a bit odd. It still magnetically holds, but with the pen between the keyboard and the Surface itself it’s just a bit awkward. I can’t think of a better solution in my head that doesn’t involve the pen being stored within either the Surface itself of keyboard, so I suppose it’s fine. And that does bring us to the Slim Pen itself. I’m a big fan of it, but I’m unsure if I’m the type of user who really can take advantage of it. The pen is a bit reminiscent of a carpentry pencil. It is pencil shaped but thin and flat so it will not roll. If you’ve never used a carpentry pencil it may feel unfamiliar in your had compared to a typical cylindrical pencil or pen. I had no problem using it, but my partner still finds it unnatural feeling. The pen has two buttons, one small, recessed button towards the writing tip and the other capping the end of it where an eraser would be. The smaller button acts as right-click on a mouse. This becomes very intuitive and terribly helpful when navigating the Windows operating system experience. Yes, you could hold the tip to the screen for an extra second to access the right-click context menus, but it’s so much nicer to hold the button with your thumb and just tap the screen – just as if you hit the right-click button a mouse. The cap button is customizable in Windows. There are actually three ways of using it: single click, double click, hold. You can set them however you’d like. I have mine set as default. Single click brings up a quick note, double click opens the OneNote application fully and holding it brings up the Copilot feature in Windows – something there’s also a dedicated keyboard function, too. Copilot is Microsoft’s AI feature. It’s powerful and can do quite a bit – everything from answering questions to deep looks at what’s on the screen, image generation and more. Having it at your fingertip, literally, is definitely helpful and a good way to incorporate using Copilot in your daily use. Using the pen itself is a similar experience to other digital pens. As the pen tip approaches the screen, you see a tiny pointer. Smaller than a mouse pointer and just enough to know what you’re precisely clicking on. Handwriting as an input option has worked well. I’ve big, wide handwriting and it’s a slight adjustment to get used to, but I’m very impressed with it. As for the feel, that’s something you’ll like, tolerate, or hate. The screen is glossy and pen to screen surface feels like tapping against glass, not like writing on a any type of paper surface. It’s an odd feeling and one that if you’re not used to feels awkward, like you may be scratching the screen every time you run your pen over it. If your normal pen/pencil touch is heavy, you may need to back off a bit as it’s not necessary here. However, depending on the program you’re using, the Surface will recognize pressure. For example, in drawing, making a thicker stroke than a thinner one. The pen is Bluetooth and instantly connects to the Surface. I did not have to do any setup, past some initial pop-up screens that show its basic functions and takes you to the settings screen for customizing the button. The pen, when not in use, has a dedicated area on the back of the Surface Pro to store it. Not only does it magnetically hold in place solidly, but it also serves to charge it wirelessly. There is no other way to charge the pen. When connected, a small white light glows briefly to show it’s connected and charging. The pen itself stays out of the way and with the strong hold, I did not knock it loose when holding the Surface as a tablet. You know it’s there, as even the slim still has some thickness that sticks out from the form factor of the Surface, but it’s not in the way. I enjoy the pen, but comparatively to the keyboard this does not feel essential to using the Surface Pro. However, I feel this is largely your mileage may vary situation. I’m not a big fan of handwriting notes. I’m used to my notetaking being done on a keyboard and that feels more natural to me than handwriting. I’m not taking advantage of it as someone looking to draw or edit images. I’ve used it for browsing, some light notetaking and I really do like it, but overall, it’s a very secondary tool for me, personally. If I didn’t own it, I’m not sure I’d miss it. In summary, both the keyboard and Slim Pen are functionally great and work perfectly out of the box. I really have very little in the way of complaints for both. However, I find the keyboard an absolute necessity with the Surface Pro, while I’m unsure if I really needed the pen. However, that’s going to be 100% down to personal preference. If you think you’ll want/need/enjoy the pen – you will! If you think it’s not something that you’ll truly take advantage of then you probably won’t. Regardless, both are well made quality items that perfectly complement your Surface Pro and I will wholeheartedly recommend.

The Surface Pro 12" Keyboard with Slim pen is a must have accessory if you want to get the most out of your new Surface Pro PC. Backlight: YES. IT DOES HAVE A BACKLIT KEYBOARD. I felt that I needed to highlight this because I used my Surface Pro for a few days before figuring out how to turn on this very important feature. By default, the backlight is off out of the box. I actually had to ask Copilot how to turn it on because it's not immediately obvious - you have to hold down the Fn key and press the F5 key. Layout: The layout of this keyboard is honestly perfect. The keys have proper full-size spacing which makes transitioning to this keyboard effortless and intuitive - every key is located where it should be. The keys also have a satisfying tactile feel but are also incredibly quiet. I'm a big fan of what Microsoft has done with this design. Quality: As insignificant as it may sound, I am incredibly picky when it comes to the materials used for keyboards. I spend most of my day on the computer for work which makes a keyboard one of the most important touchpoints for me. The Surface Pro keyboard has a smooth, soft-touch, friction-less rubber coating that feels great. I also like that whatever they are using doesn't show fingerprints or smudges. The back side has something like an Alcantara material that not only looks great but is soft to the touch and won't show fingerprints - big fan. As you may have guessed, I'm not a fan of any materials that show fingerprints. Pen: The slim pen delivers on everything promised. Unfortunately, I'm not a fan of the flatter shape and it honestly feels cheap. I wish Microsoft would have put as much time into the design of the pen as they did with the keyboard and trackpad. Cons: I only have one con when it comes to the new Surface Pro 12" Keyboard. I really don't like how you can't have then pen charging on the back of PC when you want to use it in tablet mode. When you fold the keyboard around back, the keyboard will not sit flush with the back of the PC because the pen comes in contact with the keyboard. I feel like this could have been easily fixed by allowing the pen to mount to the front side of the keyboard in some fashion. Summary: Absolutely a must-have accessory for your new Surface Pro PC if you want to transform it from a tablet to a full-blown laptop. The included Copilot key makes launching your personal assistant only a keystroke away. The keyboard also attaches securely and effortlessly but is still easy to remove in a split second if needed.

The Microsoft – Surface Pro 12” Keyboard for Pro 12” with Slim Pen – Ocean is a nice addition to the Surface Pro 12”. Now that I have it, I am so glad I do because it acts as a full-size keyboard/protective cover in one. As of rigjt now I am having a hard time finding a protective cover for the Surface Pro, so this keyboard is a must. The backside has a soft, velvety feel and is nice to touch as you pick it and fold it over to stow the Surface Pro away. The keys are very responsive, sleek, and satisfying to type on. There is not a clicking sound, it is more muted and quieter than a typical tap. There is a dedicated CoPilot key for quick access to AI assistance. The touch pad is large and very responsive. I usually have problems copying and pasting text without a mouse. The touch pad was able to perform that task without issues or frustration on my part. Now onto the pen. The pen is super nice because it is lightweight, thin, carpenter style, and compact. The flat and boxy shape is a nice feature compared to a round traditional pen style. It attaches to the back of the Surface Pro magnetically and will charge at that location. It can also attach on the shorter edges of the Surface Pro (front, back or screen side), or on the top and bottom edges on the screen surface. When the pen is about half an inch away from the screen or closer, the pen will show a small dot on the screen when it is hovering over it, this is called Proximity Snap. When I am using it for my artwork, the pen is responsive and easy to use. I have noticed that if I am tapping rapidly with the pen, it doesn’t pick up each individual tap and draw it out. It requires me to slow down tapping for it to register what I’m trying to draw. Otherwise, I’m very satisfied with the pen’s performance and design.

Just getting the obvious out of the way, and that is, this should be included with the Surface (at least the keyboard). But given that will never change, I do appreciate Microsoft bundling the pen and keyboard together. Pointing out the obvious, but the keyboard attaches to the bottom of your Surface (note, this only works for the new 12 inch model). It’s a strong magnet, you could hold the Surface upside down by the keyboard and it wouldn’t fall. For those who have never used one, it’s plug and play and is that simple to use. The keyboard is well built and looks sharp. I like the suede back of the keyboard, it feels nice, although I do get concerned about stains and discoloration over time. The top of the keyboard has a rubber feel. It feels nice to the touch. The keyboard is passable, it’s the best 2 in 1 keyboard, but will never (and it doesn’t really try to) replace a mechanical keyboard. The depth is shallow. It has a nice satisfying click to it. I found it very responsive. The biggest drawback for me is the size, I’m just used to a full size keyboard and this feels cramped. Not complaining about it, it’s just something that I have to become accustomed to. The touchpad’s surface is very responsive to single and multi touch gesture. The clicking of the touchpad feel satisfying as well. I was able to navigate the mousepad with ease using multiple fingers. It’s not something you’ll want to use in your lap, the keyboard is too flimsy IMO. It’s best suited setup flat on a table. The pen is a nice touch. I’m not creative by trade so I don’t know what I would necessarily use it for, but I like using it for navigating while I’m holding the Surface in my hand. It uses Bluetooth to connect. I’m not sure how long the battery lasts, but it charges in the small charging cradle (more of an indention) on the backside of the Surface. I found a journal app that was seemingly built into Windows to be the most fun option. I found the pen to be highly accurate and responsive. I find the keyboard to be an absolutely necessary accessory to the Surface. Unlike an iPad, I think the Microsoft and Windows platform demands a keyboard. The keyboard is minimal, looks good and types well given its size and thinness. I like the pen, and it works really well, it just feels gimmicky mostly because I don’t think of a Windows platform to draw and create. Not to mention it has an odd shape and doesn’t carry the heft of an iPad pencil. But kudos for Microsoft for having included it the keyboard. I think the pen can be a fun distraction, there when you need it, and I could see its utility in digitally signing things on the go.

About the Microsoft Surface Pro Keyboard with Slim Pen The keyboard and pen accessory are designed to help with productivity while using your Microsoft Surface Pro 12”. They are made with portability in mind. What it Comes With There are two items in this package: a 12” keyboard and a pen. No other cords or charging devices are required as these charge by direct connection with the Microsoft Surface Pro 12”. The Set-up It’s as simple as it gets. The keyboard simply snaps onto the bottom of the MS Surface with magnetic connection pins. The pen attaches magnetically to the back of the tablet roughly behind the camera. Pull it off when you want to use it and place it back when you are finished. The pen automatically charges. Features • Backlighting on keyboard. • Touchpad provided. • Magnetic pin connection for keyboard – “proximity snap”. • Hinged design allows 360 degree flexing while keyboard is attached. • Extremely thin keyboard. • Copilot key added to keyboard for instant access to the Pro’s AI • Microphone mute key • Snipping Key – instant access to Snipping tool • Pen has haptic feedback • Pen is pressure sensitive allowing thicker and darker lines when pressing harder. • Can convert hand writing to text. Additional Observations • Keyboard has a slight magnetic close to shut against the face of the tablet. • Thin Design Concern – I have some concern about the durability of the keyboard. It’s designed to be super thin for portability. It’s so thin, that I worry I might break it. • Keyboard Removal Concern – When you want to remove the keyboard from the tablet, you don’t pull it straight away from the MS Surface. You have to twist it slightly to kind of “tear” it off and separate it from the bottom pins. I wonder over time how long this will last before the fabric tears or internal components become damaged. I’m giving the Microsoft Surface Pro 12” Keyboard with Slim Pen 5 stars. It does have a higher price point, but it is made by Microsoft particularly for this Surface model. The accessories are very portable, and are extremely easy to add and use. While I do have some concerns about longevity, nothing has happened yet so there’s nothing to complain about at this time.

The Surface Pro Keyboard and Pen combo make an already great device even better. I own an iPad Pro with an Apple Pencil and Logitech keyboard, but I started having battery issues and I am glad that I switched to the Surface with this combo. This keyboard and pen combo work perfectly with the Surface and feel like an integrated part of the Surface design. The Surface has a dedicated indent and inductive charger for the pen on its back. The pen snaps securely onto the back of the Surface with a strong magnet, staying firmly in place and charging at the same time (with out any charging cables). The responsiveness is flawless, no lag whatsoever! The Pen glides effortlessly across the screen, delivering a smooth and natural writing experience (helped by haptic feedback). Pressure sensitivity allows for precise control, whether sketching, shading, or jotting down notes. The built-in shortcut key on the back of the pen enhances efficiency, offering different actions for single-click, double-click, and hold. The back of the pen also acts like an eraser. Plus, there is also a second button on the side of the pen that acts as a selector/right-click button for extra convenience. All of the pen settings are managed by Windows or the Surface app allowing you to customize it to you. The keyboard is also great. The soft-textured, backlit keyboard delivers a premium typing experience, with keys that are incredibly quiet and perfectly sized for comfortable use. The multi-touch mouse pad responds smoothly and pairs instantly with the Surface—no frustrating Bluetooth setup required! The bottom features an almost suede-like texture, providing a secure grip that prevents unwanted sliding. A standout addition is the Copilot shortcut button, conveniently replacing the right-side Ctrl key for quick access to AI-powered assistance. There are also shared function keys along the top for controlling volume, microphone, brightness, and locking the device. Lightweight and ultra-thin, this keyboard integrates seamlessly with the Surface, adding functionality without unnecessary bulk. When closed it puts the Surface to sleep and protects the screen.

When I picked out my Surface Pro, I only was interested in the pen (or stylus, whatever you want to call it). But seeing that the bundle of the two would do 2 things: 1) the pen and 2} a keyboard that doubles as a "case" (it's also cheaper to buy the pack). Let's check out the keyboard first. It is nicely heavy, the bottom is made of a "felt" type material, while the keyboard itself is made of soft plastic. I was surprised when I first started using the keyboard, typing was very comfortable. Better than some of my laptops. The trackpad below is also very nice to use and big enough to be of use. The best part isn't the quality of the keyboard. It attached to the Surface Pro by means of strong magnets, which means it's easy to put the keyboard down while you take the Surface for a walk. Now it also works as a "screen protector" of sorts as a hinge between the magnets and the keyboard allows to fold the keyboard shut over the screen. I think that was very smart. The pen is excellent. There's not much more to add, it attaches magnetically to the back of the Surface for storage and charge. It features a couple of buttons which work a bit like a mechanical pen. Depending what you're planning to do with it, be it digital art or 3D modeling, it's extremely reactive and precise and it feels comfortable to use. All in all, I was surprised by both the keyboard and pen. If there is one thing you need to have, it's this pack. It adds so much to the Surface experience. Excellent products!

I like the new Surface Pro Pen and Keyboard . The pen fits on the back of the Surface and I can add the keyboard when I need it. Surface Pro 12' is great.

The backlight on this keyboard has three adjustable levels. For me, level one is good enough as it provides adequate brightness without being too bright. For the size of this keyboard, level 3 is really bright. It's bright-bright! There's really no need to have it that high unless you're in pitch-black darkness.

Lightweight and sleek with easy use keyboard and stylus

This keyboard is excellent. The new design or the keys is better than the pro version in my opinion. The pen is good as always. Only downside is price. Cheaper than apple magic keyboard but still high for what it is, despite premium materials and quality. Get it on sale

This keyboard bundle was great. I needed a keyboard to make my Surface more useful. I also love that I can use the pen to draw, but also take notes that can be translated to text for me.

The keys for this keyboard are some of the most satisfying keys to type with and I use the pen every single day and love it.

The keyboard is very worth buying. It is a protector for your screen and a keyboard. Attaches with magnets and the pen charges while in the keyboard. A must have with a surface.

Perfect addition to my laptop ! So slim and soft !

Versatile machine that does the job of a tablet and laptop. Very compact and sleek.