External Keyboards are nearly a must nowadays with how much added benefit they provide versus stock keyboards. Logitech has always been at the top of the mountain when it comes to computer peripherals and that is no different here as they have packed nearly everything you could ask for in this keyboard.

First, right when unboxing this keyboard it has that premium feel to it that matches that of an Apple product. The form factor of the keyboard is perfect as it fits the traditional Apple key layout. As the keyboard is Bluetooth, getting it connected is a breeze and you are up and running in under a minute.

Upon getting it connected the performance here hits every mark. The first thing I noticed were the dished keys which were a little different for me, but I absolutely think they are perfect as they fit my fingertips perfectly when typing and the typing process was just extremely fluid. The overall comfort when typing was perfect as though the keyboard has a low profile the angle of the keyboard felt very natural.

There are a couple features I do have to highlight with the biggest one for me being the backlit keys. This is not simply the fact that yea the keyboard is backlit, but the great feature here is that the keyboard senses when your hands approach and then light up. Additionally, there is also a sensor that adapts to the lighting in your room to determine the necessary brightness for the keys. Another item I have to mention are both the ability to easily toggle between up to three devices as I am used to this with a Logitech mouse, but the added feature to this keyboard is a nice addition. Then also the "Logi Options+" is a great feature as it not only allows you to customize your F row, but also can act like a macro where the click of a button can be mapped to perform a string of actions. For instance, I have one that I click right when I login to my computer each morning that brings up a variety of windows for me.

Overall, yea it may just be a keyboard, but Logitech has thought of everything here and then some from the aesthetics to the performance and each little added nuance. Whether you may be concerned with the appearance of your keyboard or the ability to efficiently type and get your ideas down Logitech has ensured that this keyboard will meet those needs and for that reason I would definitely recommend this keyboard to anyone looking for that perfect keyboard to pair with their Mac device.

The Logitech MX Keys S for Mac in Space Gray and model number 920-011621 is a wireless keyboard that is designed specifically for Mac users, and it offers a blend of functionality, beauty, and great performance. Let me explain:

As I am typing with this new keyboard it matches the MacBook Pro Space Gray Color so that is a big plus.
In the box there is the keyboard, the USB C Cable to charge the keyboard and finally the paperwork.

The Mac layout on the keyboard is convenient and compatible with different Apple devices such as macOS, iPadOS and iOS.

I also like that it is easy to pair the keyboard up to three devices via Bluetooth and the keyboard also has 1 2 and 3 button to switch between devices, finally it can be done from the app, there is no need to do anything complicated.

As for the Smart Illumination, I really like this, the keys automatically light up when my hands get close to it, and the brightness is adjusted based on the environment so it is useful when needed. And also the lighting can be customized both for brightness or the duration and you can do so with the Logi Options+ app. Just know that when the backlights on, it looks cool and on the other hand the battery life is shorter.

And while on the subject of the Logi Options+ App, I am familiar with the app because I also have a PC and I have the Logitech Ergo K860 keyboard on it and it works fantastic too. On the app I can tell the life of the keyboard, disable keys and also use the easy switch between devices. Also it gives me a layout of the keys and uses and best of all I can customize the keyboard for different applications to be more efficient.

Another thing I like is that the keyboard uses high quality recycled plastic and I can even take off the battery to easily recycle when it needs to be done.

As for the feel of the keyboard, it feels comfortable; it is on a slight angle without the need of adjusting anything. The spherically-dished keys do provide comfort and accurate typing experience. The keyboard is also quiet so I can type away anywhere I take the keyboard.

Overall: the Logitech MX Keys S for Mac combines functionality, beauty, sustainability and well built so I am happy with the MX Keys S keyboard and everything it has to offer.

After recently starting work from home, I found my Apple-branded Magic Keyboard that came with my iMac to be inadequate for long-term usage. The main issue is my fingers would be in throbbing pain from the sharp edges of the keys which you're bound to hit repeatedly as you type in a customer service/chat environment.

Enter the Logitech MX Keys S for Mac. The first thing I noticed about this keyboard is the heft. It's got a premium feel and build quality to it. The keys, while square, have circular enclaves, which Logitech calls "spherically-dished keys" and I'm happy to report after weeks of typing on them, they are SUPER comfortable and the travel and action are on point. Beyond that, the keys are also backlit and there are sensors that detect when your hands are near the keyboard to control this functionality to preserve battery.

Speaking of battery, the keyboard charges over USB-C and Logitech estimates 10 days of usage per charge with back-lighting enabled and I've yet to have to charge in almost that amount of time.

Useful shortcuts are located across the F-row of keys and include: screen brightness decrease; screen brightness increase; keyboard brightness decrease; keyboard brightness increase; diction start & stop; emoji menu; mute/un-mute Mic; playback controls (rewind, play/pause & fast forward); audio controls (mute, volume down & volume up).

There are also shortcuts for connecting multiple devices which Logitech calls Easy Switch. Considering most Mac users also own an iPhone and/or an iPad, this makes it easy to pair your keyboard to these devices and switch back and forward by tapping the corresponding paired number setting (you can pair up to 3). So for instance, if I have my iPad next to my iMac, I can type on my iMac by pressing "1" on the Easy Switch keyboard and if I want to switch to my iPad, I can press "2" and after a second or two I'm ready to type on my iPad - and you can switch back and forward.

Additionally there are also quick action keys to launch the calculator, take a screen snip and to lock the screen if you're walking away from your device.

You can also automate repetitive tasks with Smart Options which lets you launch a sequence of actions with a two-key shortcut - i.e. if I press control + a then minimize my Safari window and launch Apple Music. I didn't try this out as it seems like in the amount of time it would take to program and remember these, options I'm proficient enough where it's quicker for me to just do what I need to do - sans keyboard options.

My only two improvements: I do wish you could raise the height of the keyboard (a steeper incline), but the height is fixed. I also wish there was a native keyboard shortcut for the Mission Control view (I would get more usage out of this than say Emojis) in macOS and/or the Stage Manager view on iPad (could be the same key) and one for showing the desktop (could be useful on Mac and iPad as well). Technically if you download the LOGI Options+ app, you can customize the F-row keys of shortcuts so this is a more minor quirk.

Use case: software engineer, MacBook Pro

TLDR: enjoying this keyboard, it has a nice tactile feel, quiet operation, and the customizable buttons are very handy. It is also great that it has Mac compatibility out of the box without having to remap keys manually or needing to swap caps/labels.

long version:
Getting to this keyboard was a little bit of a journey. For several years now I have used a mechanical tenkeyless wired keyboard that I really loved. Maybe 5 or 6 years? But since beginning a new job last year I have been regretting the lack of a numpad. The keyboard brand I was using sells a separate numpad that cost as much as a whole keyboard, so I decided to just buy their full keyboard. Since they (and most keyboards) are meant for PC users, it meant buying some new keycaps and remapping Windows-specific keys... also a few keys were there that don't really fit Mac users. Yet their proprietary software (and most others) doesn't work with Mac so changing that isn't easy always simple.

The keyboard had a slightly awkward layout and one of the keys had issues, so after a while I returned it and decided to give the Apple keyboard a try. Turns out the new Mac keyboard only lets the latest MacBooks use Touch ID and I was really disliking the keyboard's lack of tactile feedback and general flatness. So, after giving that one a month I returned it as well and decided to give this one a try after testing every keyboard in the store. I already had the MX mouse, so that was a bonus. (highly recommend that mouse as well btw)

I have really been enjoying this keyboard. The keys give me a nice tactile feedback that is reminiscent of the mechanical board I have loved the past several years. Not the same of course, but so much better than Apple's keyboard.

There are four specialized buttons over the numpad that are easy to program (with Logitech's software) to do just about anything you could want. It is super handy that I now have ChatGPT and screenshots using my favorite screen capture software with the press of one button compared to the usual series of clicks/key presses. It also has plenty of features that make it friendly to use with a MacBook - like controlling the brightness of the screen, locking the system, controlling volume, emojis, etc.

There are features I haven't even tapped into yet as well, like linking automated task sequences to those keys. Theoretically I could program it to do everything I manually do on reboot/start up to be automated with a single button press... but given I am a lazy user that typically doesn't reboot until MacOS reminds me it would be a good idea at least seven times, I would rather map the keys to things I do multiple times a day.