Customer Ratings & Reviews

I had a Logitech mechanical keyboard with brown switches on it. It was a model # 610. I enjoyed it while I had it but the key caps began to break and popoff every time I typed. I tried to find replacements but there were only one company with one rating that had them and they wanted $40.00. Ouch! Thus, my search for another keyboard. I had Steelcase keyboards on my MSI laptops. I always really love them and felt that they served me really well. I looked through the reviews and decided on this model. Although I spend a lot of time on a keyboard both day and night using it for activities such as programming, writing, composing music, digital art work and gaming; I felt this keyboard would service me well for my needs. I was not disappointed. The feel is very much like a mechanical keyboard but with a much quieter stroke which I really needed since I am sometimes up early or late typing while others are still sleeping. The response on both the down and up stroke are really good, The shape of the keys are done well and I don't find my fingers searching as often as I had to on the Logitech keyboard. My typing accuracy has gone up as a result. It has a definable RGB lighting system on it but believe or not, I didn't buy it for that. In fact, I would be happy if it simply had a light on or off with variable levels of intensity to make it dim or bright. I haven't had it that long yet but I know my SteelSeries keyboards on my MSI laptops never ever broke and continued to perform well for many years. I strongly recommend this keyboard if your simply wanting a quality keyboard with a nice response to it. The wrist pad that comes with it is nice as well and was an unexpected feature with it. The price is very good as well for this level of quality. I am retired and on fixed income so dollars do make a difference for me. Best Buy had this keyboard in stock and delivered it two days early. Amazon was out of stock with a two week or more delivery date on it.

I've been through the whole mechanical keyboard phase and realize that i just prefer the feel of rubber domes. Now i'm still pretty picky with my rubber dome boards. One of my two biggest things is keycap wiggle and stabilizer rattle. This board has the LEAST amount of wiggle in the keycaps and they are super smooth when typing. Some other rubber domes boards you can feel the friction between plastics sliding against each other on each keystroke, but not this Steelseries board. The plastics they are using actuate very smooth. And the keys do not wiggle much at all. You will understand what im talking about once you type on this board. The stabilizers did have a little rattle out of the box, for the price its forgiven and easily fixed! All you need to do if take the spacebar off and shove a little saranwrap into where the metal stabilizer presses into. This will fill any tolerance there was that allowed the metal to wiggle causing that rattle sound. After this "mod" all the stabilizers feel just as thocky and silent as those higher end boards. Also love the wrist rest and volume knob. Love the whole keyboard in general... so happy with this purchase. Been using it for a few months now and no complaints have come up. If you prefer rubber domes get one of these and try it out for yourself!

Apex 3 Keyboard: The Symphony of Silent Dominance 5/5 Stars As I pen this review, my fingers dance across the keys of my new gaming command center: the SteelSeries Apex 3 Full-Size Wired Membrane Whisper Quiet Switch Gaming Keyboard. This masterpiece of engineering, procured from the treasure trove of technology that is Best Buy, has elevated my gaming experience from the mundane to the monumental. Embarking on a digital journey through Best Buy's online catalog feels like traversing the cosmos, each product a glowing star, each category a swirling galaxy of innovation. Amidst this universe, one celestial body shone with unmatched brilliance: The Apex 3 Gaming Keyboard. Oh, the Apex 3! It's a divine tapestry of precision and comfort, a stunning confluence of function and form. The Whisper Quiet Switches do not merely type; they glide with the grace of a seasoned ballerina, producing keystrokes so soft they could make a feather's fall sound cacophonous. Yet beneath this serene tranquility lies the unyielding spirit of a warrior, each keystroke a decisive move in the grand strategy of digital combat. The keyboard's 10-zone RGB backlighting is not just a light show; it's a visual symphony playing a rhapsody of colors, each key aglow with the intensity of a nebula. Whether you desire the fiery reds of an inferno or the tranquil blues of a peaceful night, the Apex 3 delivers. The delivery from Best Buy was as swift as a hawk, the packaging sturdy, ensuring my keyboard arrived in immaculate condition. The customer service was akin to finding a sage in a digital desert, always ready to assist, their knowledge as expansive as the gaming universe itself. If you seek to transform your gaming experience, to rise from the ranks of the ordinary and sit upon the throne of the extraordinary, navigate to Best Buy. Let the Apex 3 Gaming Keyboard be your scepter, your tool of dominance in the gaming world. It's not just a keyboard; it's your ally, your partner, your weapon. With it, you're not just playing a game; you're commanding a digital empire.

I love this keyboard! I bought a SteelSeries Apex Pro Full Sized Wired OmniPoint keyboard back in 2020. It did great! For one quarter the price, I like this keyboard much more. The keys aren't as raised off the base; shorter buttons which makes tipping with long girly nails much more enjoyable and comfortable. Clicking is smoother and the colors are stunning pastel rainbows. It doesn't have the full custom color capability as the Apex Pro, but that doesn't bother me. I use both keyboards every day, the Apex Pro is outside in my office but I prefer this Apex 3 keyboard inside more.

This is the perfect full-size RGB keyboard at that price point. The buttons are quiet and tactile; you don't have to worry about spilling anything on them. The volume control scroller is a nice touch!

Great value keyboard. Lighting zones look great for the price. Keys feel nice. No real complaints at this price point.

Great keyboard! Colors are amazing!!! They have a rubber feel to them which is also great no loud clicks noises when typing!

For the price, it’s beyond AMAZING, the feel is comforting and it’s not loud once so ever, the rgb looks really cool, and the wrist rest is comforting, and it’s a over all 10/10

We are extremely happy with this keyboard. Had it about a month now and it works great. The keys are really nice and easy to push, the colors are bright and it comes with a magnetic wrist pad which is great as well.

The perfect keyboard! The colors can be programmed into ten different zones through Steelseries' program (downloaded from their website). Different color profiles can be programmed and saved as well. I was nervous about a mechanical keyboard after coming from a MacBook Pro, but I like this much better. The keys are quiet but still satisfying and easy to find. Absolutely recommend!

Love the backlit keyboard! The caps lock is a different style, but I adapted quickly. Keys are very quiet. I have not used the macro fubctions. Great features at a great price!

awesome keyboard, I would say it’s comfortable, but full size is not very good, I wanted to buy a compact version, but it was more expensive, but I still like it, high-quality keyboard, RGB color control is also convenient

I'm not a gamer, but I have a preference for using a lighted keyboard on my business computer. I've owned this keyboard for about two weeks now and this is my experience so far. PROS: The keyboard is relatively quiet. In fact, it quieter than the last couple of keyboards I've owned that were much pricier. I have not experienced any keying errors or missed strokes. So whatever keys I press, it records it with 100% accuracy. I paid $40 for this keyboard and I feel like it is a decent deal. However, I have only owned it for two weeks. I'll have to see how long it lasts. CONS: The lighted letters and characters on the keys are a little dim, even at the brightest setting. The SHIFT key characters are displayed at the bottom of each key, not at the top where they normally are. That can be a little confusing. This is my biggest pet peeve. The CAPS LOCK light is hidden behind the numeric keypad. The SCROLL LOCK light and the W light (what's that for?) are hidden behind the numeric keypad as well. Unless you type with the keyboard directly under your nose, you'll have to physically lean forward to see which lights are on. That can be a little annoying. I happen to type with the keyboard about 6" in front of me and I cannot tell if those lights are on or off. That is a design flaw on this keyboard. I have included a photo to show the keyboard from my perspective. The hidden lights are right below the steelseries logo on the right side of the photo. The proper placement of the lights should be ABOVE the logo, not below it. I'll rate this keyboard 4 out of 5 stars.

Caught it on sale for an even better value. Great keyboard! Very ergonomic and the keys are very comfortable. The magnetic wrist rest is easy off/on but stays put. Nice feature.

Very great keyboard for a very great price. Just wish I had the money for the model with the little LED display now

I like a quiet keyboard. Even though this is a membrane keyboard it is reactive and soft and the magnetic palm rest is soft. This keyboard just feels good! i game first person shooters and the custom lighting is bright and has a ton of options. This is the best keyboard i have had. i cant imagine spending more or needing more! Get it! floating keys looks very futuristic

Absolutely amazing keyboard. I love the spacing that this keyboard provides between each key. And has an amazing feel when typing and has been absolutely reliable for me. It has a wonderful look and doesn't take up much space at all on my desk. I would recommend this to absolutely anyone looking for a reliable good looking keyboard.

Ever wanted a mechanical keyboard that won't make others go insane by the sound of you clacking away? Look no further. Super comfortable, plenty of bells and whistles, ninja sneak level quiet, and pretty darn affordable compared to some top-end keyboards that seem to do the same thing. 10/10 - have bought again for work and home pc battle stations.

Really easy to use keyboard and steel series software makes it super easy to customize the rgb.

Very cool keyboard, most of the time the type of keyboard to get is really based upon personal preference. I think this one is good all around for anyone. It’s still a full sized keyboard but the keys seem a bit closer together which REALLY helps for gaming & not having to stretch your pinky so far to shift & ctrl. Also has Satisfying clicks that are not too loud also. Also when you hook up your keyboard & have the mouse to go along with it, you get access to a really neat app to control the RGB lights however you want also be able to change the RGB flow to correlate with the games you play. The app also includes really cool sound setting & a variation of keyboard binds that are terrific.