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Keyboards under $500

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41 keyboards under $500 from Logitech, Contour, Newdesy and more. Most cost $412 to $499, and half cost less than $462.

Top brands: Logitech (4)

Kinesis

Wireless, Mechanical

+Split ergonomic design for a more natural hand position
+Wireless Bluetooth connection for a cable-free setup
+Quiet mechanical switches for a softer typing sound
$479.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:10 PST - Details
Contour

Full size, Wireless

+Ergonomic design for a more natural hand position
+Full-size layout with a number pad
+Wireless keyboard connection
$465.30-10%List: $517.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Feiyx

Wired, Mechanical

+RGB LED backlighting with adjustable lighting effects
+Mechanical switches for tactile key feedback
+Compatible with both Windows and Mac computers
−Wired connection limits placement flexibility
$477.05
as of 11/04/2026 14:10 PST - Details

Wired

+Includes a mouse in the set
+RGB backlighting for low-light use
+Wired USB connection for stable input
−Wired connection limits placement flexibility
$440.08
as of 11/04/2026 15:06 PST - Details
Logitech

Wireless

+Wireless connection frees the desk from cables
+Includes a laser mouse with the keyboard
+Desktop set pairs keyboard and mouse in one package
−Specifications do not list the keyboard layout or key type
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:02 PST - Details

Mechanical, clicky

+Mechanical switches for tactile key feedback
+RGB LED backlighting
+Compatible with both Windows and Mac
−Clicky switches are loud for shared workspaces
$411.35
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
Razer

TKL (80%)

+Tenkeyless layout saves space without a numeric keypad
+8000 Hz polling rate for very fast input response
+UK layout for British English users
−Tenkeyless layout omits the numeric keypad
$487.59
as of 11/04/2026 00:50 PST - Details
Azeron

Magnetic (Hall effect)

+Magnetic Hall effect switches for durable key sensing
+Programmable one-handed layout for gaming
+Built-in elite joystick for movement control
$431.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:05 PST - Details
+Customizable keys for tailored controls
+Dedicated multimedia keys for quick access
+Backlit keys for low-light use
$418.18
as of 11/04/2026 15:07 PST - Details
Contour

Full size, Wireless

+Full-size layout with a number pad
+Wireless connection with no cable clutter
+Includes a centered rollerbar mouse
$477.85-5%List: $503.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Contour

Full size, Wireless

+Full-size layout with a number pad
+Wireless connection with no cable clutter
+Deeper palm rest for added wrist support
$492.10-5%List: $518.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Feiyx

Wired, Mechanical

+Full size layout with dedicated multimedia keys
+RGB backlighting for low light use
+Mechanical switches for tactile key feedback
−Wired connection limits placement flexibility
−Large footprint needs more desk space
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:10 PST - Details

Wired

+Includes a mouse and mouse pad in the set
+RGB backlighting for low-light use
+Wired connection for stable input
−Wired connection limits placement flexibility
$401.81
as of 11/04/2026 15:06 PST - Details
Newdesy

Wired

+Stainless steel build for industrial use
+Desktop mount option
+102 keys included
−Wired connection only
$444.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:10 PST - Details
Newdesy

Wired

+Stainless steel build for industrial environments
+Vandal proof design for public or harsh settings
+Integrated trackball for pointing without a mouse
−Wired connection only, no wireless option
$444.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:10 PST - Details
Newdesy

Wired, Mechanical

+Stainless steel build for industrial environments
+Vandal proof design for public or harsh settings
+Mechanical switches for a firm typing action
−Wired connection only, no wireless option
$444.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:10 PST - Details
KouRy

Wired

+RGB backlighting for a customizable look
+Includes a mouse in the set
+Wired connection with no battery to charge
−Wired connection limits desk placement
$466.92
as of 11/04/2026 16:11 PST - Details
Mkjggii

Wired

+Vandal proof panel mount design
+Stainless steel metal construction
+Includes a trackball for pointing
−Wired connection limits placement
$461.52
as of 11/04/2026 00:15 PST - Details
Jaswqxs

Wired

+Backlit keys for typing in low light
+Includes a mouse, so keyboard and mouse come as one set
+Wired connection needs no batteries or pairing
−Wired connection limits where you can place the keyboard
$400.75
as of 11/04/2026 07:09 PST - Details
Kkfdwaqq

Wired

+Vandal-proof stainless steel construction
+Includes trackball mouse
+Wired USB connection for reliable use
−Wired connection limits placement to nearby USB ports
$465.71
as of 11/04/2026 08:09 PST - Details
Jaswqxs

Wired

+Vandal proof design for public or industrial settings
+Stainless steel industrial metal build
+Includes a trackball mouse
−Uses a PS2 connection
−Wired connection limits placement
$419.32
as of 11/04/2026 08:09 PST - Details
Generic
+Intrinsically safe and explosion-proof for hazardous areas
+Stainless steel construction for industrial use
+Includes a trackball mouse with the keyboard
$469.49
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Jaswqxs
+Intrinsically safe and explosion-proof for hazardous areas
+Stainless steel construction for industrial use
+Includes a trackball mouse with the keyboard
$434.71
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Kkfdwaqq
+Intrinsically safe and explosion-proof for hazardous areas
+Stainless steel construction for industrial use
+Includes a trackball mouse with the keyboard
$489.09
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Mkjggii
+Intrinsically safe and explosion-proof for hazardous areas
+Stainless steel construction for industrial use
+Includes a trackball mouse with the keyboard
$484.69
as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Generic

Wireless

+Wireless 2.4GHz connection
+Includes a mouse
+Includes AES-128 bit encryption
$464.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:09 PST - Details
Logitech

Wireless

+Wireless keyboard and mouse combo for computers and laptops
+Includes a keyboard and mouse in one set
+Comes as an 8-pack bundle
$417.28
as of 11/04/2026 00:02 PST - Details

Mechanical

+Mechanical switches for a tactile typing feel
+Rainbow LED backlighting for low-light use
+104 anti-ghosting keys for reliable multi-key input
$411.56
as of 11/04/2026 00:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

keyboardConnectionSpec scorePrice
Wirelessn/a$479.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:10 PST - Details
Wirelessn/a$465.30
as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Wiredn/a$477.05
as of 11/04/2026 14:10 PST - Details
Wiredn/a$440.08
as of 11/04/2026 15:06 PST - Details
Wirelessn/a$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:02 PST - Details
n/a$411.35
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
n/a$487.59
as of 11/04/2026 00:50 PST - Details
n/a$431.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:05 PST - Details
n/a$418.18
as of 11/04/2026 15:07 PST - Details
Wirelessn/a$477.85
as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details

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