Customer Ratings & Reviews

Good gaming keyboard . Very durable and easy to use.

This key board is quality made, with great materials. Also provides an app for custom light modes and colors. However its not needed. Can just plug and use.

It’s what I needed for gaming. Functional use…I use it a lot.

Solid keyboard. Overall button feel is great. Only issue is size make it difficult for hand placement

The keyboard is honestly ain’t bad compared to the ones I got previously. Satisfying and all beside it being loud.

price may be high but its a great keyboard 10/10..

This keyboard is perfect if you are looking for a space saving keyboard. I have very small hands so I actually prefer a smaller keyboard while gaming. Even though the keyboard is small, it still has a nice weight that keeps the unit in place during a heavy typing or gaming session. It feels great under the fingers with a nice textured feel on the keys, great feedback and a satisfying sound. There is a lot of key travel, so if you are used to a gaming laptop or a standard keyboard, the mechanical keys can take a while to get used to. There are great customization options.You can customize each key for not just different LED lights but key stroke functions, and each key has a dual purpose- the first half of the press is for one function, while pressing down 100% activates a second function. You can also set up different profiles for different games so you don't have to customize every time you change games. I don't think you will find a keyboard with more customization options in this small of a form factor.

Some keys became unresponsive depending on pressure applied after one year of use. Other than not being functional after a year, it was a great keyboard.

Over the years, I have had hands-on experience with a plethora of keyboards spanning various form-factors, switch-types, and configurations. That said, the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini is the one of the most compact, customizable, and powerful keyboards I’ve ever used. After opening the packaging, the keyboard’s size is its most noticeable aspect. Featuring a compact 60% size (i.e., no dedicated arrow keys, ten-key pad, media function keys, function keys, or navigation keys), this keyboard sports only the keys you absolutely need while maintaining all the functionality of said removed keys. The keyboard provides these functionalities via a responsive and robust “SteelSeries Key” located between the Right Windows Key and the Right Control Key operating much like the “Fn Key” found on many laptops. While holding the SteelSeries Key, the user can access the secondary functions of each key which are clearly labeled on the front of each keycap. This sort of interface may be a dealbreaker for some, but I found it was rather easy to get acclimated to. I spend a lot of time in productivity applications and, while a full-size keyboard can be easily operated out of the box with no extra thinking involved, I found I was able to achieve a comparable performance level with this keyboard after a short learning curve. Another immediately noticeable aspect of this keyboard is its utilization of SteelSeries proprietary OmniPoint Adjustable Actuation Switches. Typically, I immediately take pause when a manufacturer touts its proprietary switches as superior to traditional mechanical switches; however, I was happily proven wrong on this one. The actuation point of the switches is customizable via SteelSeries GG, a software typically bundled with any SteelSeries product, and offers settings ranging from an unbelievably sensitive hair trigger to requiring the key to be fully depressed for actuation. This allows for a degree of customization that would have previously required you to buy a whole new keyboard with different switches. It is important to note, however, that modifying the actuation point of the switches DOES NOT modify the tactile or audible responses of the keyboard. If I were to compare the feel of these switches to a traditional mechanical switch, I would say they are most similar to Cherry MX Reds where there is no tactile actuation feedback, and the keys need not be bottomed out for actuation. Personally, I find that an actuation point of 1.6 in SteelSeries GG offers the quickest and most sensitive response for my typing style while avoiding unintended keypresses. You may notice that the majority of the keyboard is constructed out of plastic; however, I would not consider this to be a downfall as I would with many other keyboards. Whatever kind of space-age plastic they used in constructing this keyboard feels astoundingly rigid, premium, and hefty -- there is ZERO flex to this keyboard whatsoever. The keys also have a grin-inducing texture to them highly reminiscent of the classic beige keyboards with purple PS/2 connectors. Another aspect of the keyboard I would like to touch on is the customizability of each key’s individual function. Via use of the SteelSeries GG software, the user can reprogram any key to perform nearly any function including straight-up rebinds, execution of user-generated macros, and even dual-press keys. I don’t typically make much use of features like this, however, I found that rebinding the Right Windows Key to function as a Second “SteelSeries Key” eliminated the few inadvertent keystrokes I was performing when initially getting my feet wet with the keyboard (and I never really use the Right Windows Key anyhow). SteelSeries GG also allows users to customize the per-key RGB backlighting to their heart’s content. One potential downside to this keyboard is its lack of ergonomic considerations; however, I feel it should be evident that ergonomics will take a hit when dealing with 60% keyboards, especially considering the omission of a wrist pad. If you think this may be a dealbreaker for you, I found that the dedicated wrist pad from my Logitech G513 provided some support, but a more ergonomics-centric keyboard may be a better option for you. Overall, I would highly recommend this keyboard to anyone looking for an extremely compact platform ideal for travelling with all the functionality and customization options that a full-size keyboard typically offers. The quality of the keyboard itself as well as the software bundled with it make this an exceptionally user-friendly product to set up, use, and customize to your exact liking.

Good keyboard, I wish that it had stabilizers because the keys could sound better for almost $200

Within a week of getting the my apex pro mini and only using it for 3-4 hours, the left shift switch began to randomly stop working depending on how I pressed it. If pressed very gently on the outside of the key cap it would work but if I applied slight pressure towards the middle of the key ,it would go from registering to no longer registering as a continued to push down. This was months ago and I haven’t found a solution from trying everything in steel series gg, to Reddit and even to getting no response from steel series when I reached out about a warranty.

Keyboard is a good idea but has a lot of issues. I tried using it on two different computers with two different operating systems. Used the proprietary software and drivers and it kept phantom pressing keys. This issue might be resolved in future firmware updates.

Keyboard stopped working properly not even a month after buying and many other people online have the same problem, would not recommend. Get the Wooting 60HE instead of this money waste

Good keyboard but so far does not work with OpenRGB which can make the lighting annoying to non-Windows users

Literally the best. Just started playing kbm, and it makes it easier!

in the description said arrived in one day, but after when i paid, said the keyboard will arrived 25 january, thats no sens, and i need comeback to brasil, so i need this keyboard as soon as possible

ordered online from manufacture....foot broke off not long after...they cannot replace foot as they don't carry part and would not replace keyboard....PERIOD...I have all the emails to prove.

I have long been hesitant to try out a 60% keyboard for a long time. I too frequently find myself longing for the extra keys. However the functionality of this board was too tempting to pass up. Bear in mind i am in no way "keyboard enthusiast" and have never owned nor used a custom keyboard. However, I do appreciate a well built board and perhaps didn't realize how much so until I started using this one. PROS: Build Quality - Although this wont reach the full premium feel of a fully custom board, I personally do not find it lacking in quality. The key caps are nice as well as the detachable USB-C cable. The RGB flows smoothly and doesnt have very "harsh" spots that you sometimes see flashing through underneath. The switches (more in the next section) offer a satisfying feel and a nice sound. Funcitonality - Here is where I give the board a TON of credit for things I have barely scratched the surface of. The function "steelseries button" while taking a bit of getting used to activating with my right pinky, offers a wealth of expanded options for secondary actions on key presses (full D-pad on WASD, Full function key row, Media controls, home, delete, etc.) with a bunch more options toinclude your self. The keys also have the option to be reprogrammed to macros or multiple actions on various levels of pressure or press/ release. All of these together can make this a VERY powerful keyboard fo those willing to invest the time to set it up to their preferences. Additionally, the omnipoint adjsutable switches feel great and the ability to choose the actuation point down to the individual key is very impressive. Cons: PRICE - Ultimately the variety of customization options listed above come with a price. 60% keyboards can be had for a much lower price so you really need to value to the customization to make it worth your while. To summarize, this board is likely good for everyone, great for most, perfect for many, and a godsend for few. If you are looking for a full function 60% keyboard and want to tinker with things to make it perfect, I can't imagine you can get any better.

Do yourself a favor and just get a Wooting keyboard. Returned this one and love the Wooting!

Never got it and they wont gove me a refund . Was hyped for it but never got it.