Keyboards under $500

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20 keyboards under $500 from Logitech, Contour, Newdesy and more. Most cost $411 to $489, and half cost less than $463.

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

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 17:09 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

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

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

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

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 17:11 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

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

$416.19

as of 11/04/2026 17:08 PST - Details

Microsoft

Wireless

+Works with both Windows and Mac

+Wireless connection with no cable clutter on the desk

+Includes a matching mouse in the set

$499.99

as of 11/04/2026 17:10 PST - Details

Kkfdwaqq

Wired

+Backlit keys for typing in low light

+Wired connection for a steady link

+Includes a mouse in the set

$450.89

as of 11/04/2026 07:09 PST - Details

Mkjggii

Wired

+Backlit keys for typing in low light

+Wired connection for a steady link

+Includes a mouse in the set

$446.82

as of 11/04/2026 07:09 PST - Details

Compare specs

Connection	Spec score	Price
Wireless	n/a	$465.30 as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Wired	n/a	$440.08 as of 11/04/2026 15:06 PST - Details
Wireless	n/a	$499.99 as of 11/04/2026 17:09 PST - Details
	n/a	$411.35 as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
	n/a	$469.49 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
	n/a	$434.71 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
	n/a	$489.09 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
	n/a	$484.69 as of 11/04/2026 16:08 PST - Details
Wireless	n/a	$477.85 as of 11/04/2026 13:09 PST - Details
Wired	n/a	$401.81 as of 11/04/2026 15:06 PST - Details

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