Customer Ratings & Reviews

This keyboard did exactly what I wanted. Replaced an old Dell keyboard, but I wanted the same button layout, spacing and footprint so that I had a seamless transition. Logitech had a great website for the various types of mechanical keys, the sounds they make and the resistance required with each keystroke. Based on that information, I selected the keyboard with brown switches. Backlighting is only in white, but has various modes. I just keep it on the standard setting because I really don't care about lighting, but can't see the letters on the keys well without the lighting on. The only downside to the keyboard is that the font used is a little hard to read on the keys for letters, numbers and symbols. Some are fine to read and look normal, but then things like the ampersand are just stupid.

This was the least expensive mechanical keyboard in stock at the local store. It feels solidly built and the red key switches work well. I would've preferred a brown switch model but needed it immediately due to the old keyboard failing. If you're used to a keyboard with the built-in USB hub you won't find that here. The font choice is a little odd but the backlighting is a nice touch.

For a mechanical keyboard it’s kinda meh. Build quality is great but the switches feel very watery. Plus the font they used is super cringey. Great for WFH since my good mech keyboard is TKL

I’ve used quite a few Logitech products and have appreciated the quality and durability they offer. In using this K845 keyboard with Red Linear Switches I feel it hits a happy medium between the cheaper keyboards that come with a computer and the more expensive options that exist for gaming and general computer use. Someone who games a lot will want to invest in a more expensive keyboard option that allows for features such as macro keys, more lighting options, etc… I really like Logitech’s line of keyboards that offer an aluminum frame. Aesthetically they are much better looking than a plastic keyboard and offer a durability that is going to last. The mechanical switches are tested for 50 million clicks and the keyboard design is comfortable to use with a curved profile, slim front and 4 to 8 degree tilt options. For at home use, I prefer this corded keyboard option over previous cordless keyboards I have utilized. The twelve function keys offer plenty of choices including backlight brightness, search, calculator, media, and volume controls. Hit Fn + F12 to toggle through 5 lighting patterns including Reaction (lights up keys as you type), Breathing (lights pulse), Random (twinkling effect), Greedy Snake (lights slither across keyboard) and Static. For me, Static is the best option for my room lighting conditions. For $59.99, the K845 Mechanical Illuminated keyboard has a lot of nice features and I can easily recommend it. If you are in a super quiet office or setting the red linear switches may still be a bit noisier than one may prefer. Also, the font on this keyboard takes a bit of getting used to. Perhaps it is intended to be current or different, but some symbols are just a bit annoying since it puts a gap in the curve on the “@” and “&” keys. I’d prefer the gaps didn’t exist on the graphics for these symbols. Also, perhaps it wasn’t in line with the minimal footprint of this keyboard, but I would love it even more if it had a scroll wheel for volume. The K845 keyboard is a good option; the hard part is just deciding which of the 5 switch choices is best for you.