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Logitech MX Keys S
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MX Keys S

Released June 2023

Logitech's full-size wireless keyboard with backlit, low-profile scissor keys and a number pad, suited to people who type all day and move between up to three computers, tablets or phones.

Model history · 2 models, 2019–2023
  1. 2019MX KeysCompare
  2. 2023MX Keys S
Layout
Full size
Switches
Scissor
Backlight
White
Battery
5 months
Connects by
Bluetooth and USB receiver
Weight
810 g

What reviewers say

Reviewers agree it is comfortable, quiet and accurate to type on, with useful customisable keys and software, good battery life and easy switching between devices. Tom's Guide and Windows Central regret there is nowhere to store the receiver; Tom's Guide also found the backlighting dim and the price high, and Windows Central found the plastic body heavy and creaky, where RTINGS rated the build highly.

From rtings.com, tomsguide.com and windowscentral.com

Specifications

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Typing

Layout
Full size
Switches
Scissor
Key travel
1.8 mm
Backlight
White
Automatic backlight
Yes
Keys labelled for
Mac, Windows and more
Touch ID
No
Switches
Scissor switches with 60 g actuation force, rated for 10 million keystrokes (function keys 5 million)
Keycaps
Spherically dished keys shaped for fingertips
Layouts
English UK, English International, Belgian, Croatian/Slovenian, Czech/Slovakian, Danish/Norwegian/Swedish/Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swiss, Ukrainian (UK store); MX Keys S for Mac in English UK, English International, French, German and Swiss
Backlight
A hand proximity sensor turns it on and an ambient light sensor sets the level; seven levels; stays off in bright rooms and below 10% battery; duration and brightness adjustable in Logi Options+
Special keys
Dictation, emoji and microphone mute/unmute keys in the F row; Easy-Switch keys; Fn + Esc swaps media keys and F-keys; legends for both Windows and Mac (a Mac layout on MX Keys S for Mac)

Connections and battery

Connects by
Bluetooth and USB receiver
Devices it switches between
3
Power
Rechargeable
Battery life (maker's claim)
Up to 5 months
With the backlight on
Up to 10 days
Receiver
Logi Bolt USB receiver included (not compatible with other Logitech receivers); MX Keys S for Mac has none in the box but works with one, which Logitech advises for Macs with FileVault on
Battery life detail
Rechargeable 1500 mAh Li-Po; Logitech quotes up to 10 days with its default backlight settings or up to 5 months with backlighting off
Charging
USB-C port at the top right; usable while charging; USB-A to USB-C cable (USB-C to USB-C with MX Keys S for Mac)
Works with
Bluetooth with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, iPadOS 14 or later, Android 8.0 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; Logi Bolt with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; MX Keys S for Mac lists macOS 10.15 or later, iOS 14 or later and iPadOS 14 or later
Software
Logi Options+ (Windows and macOS) for Smart Actions, key customisation and backlight settings; Logitech Flow with a Flow-enabled Logitech mouse

Design

Weight
810 g
Width × depth × height
430.2 × 131.63 × 20.5 mm
Materials
Low-carbon aluminium key-module bracket; plastic parts include 26% (Graphite, Space Gray) or 11% (Pale Gray) certified post-consumer recycled plastic
Colours
Graphite, Pale Gray (UK store; Black also sold in the US); MX Keys S for Mac in Space Gray and Pale Grey
In the box
Keyboard, Logi Bolt USB receiver, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, documentation (also sold with MX Palm Rest); MX Keys S for Mac comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable and no receiver
Warranty
2-year limited hardware warranty (UK)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Backlight turns on as your hands approach and adjusts to the room's light
  • Connects over Bluetooth or the included Logi Bolt receiver
  • Up to 5 months per charge with the backlight off

Cons

  • Up to 10 days per charge with the backlight on at Logitech's default settings
  • The microphone mute key needs the Logi Options+ app, which runs on Windows and macOS
  • MX Keys S for Mac comes without a receiver; a Logi Bolt receiver is sold separately

Closest rivals

Model
LayoutSwitchesBacklightBatteryConnects byWeightReleased
LogitechWave Keys
Full sizeMembraneNone36 monthsBluetooth and USB receiver750 gOct 2023
KeychronB6 Pro
Full sizeScissorNone8 monthsBluetooth, USB receiver and Cable623 gMay 2024
LogitechSignature Slim K950
Full sizeScissorNone36 monthsBluetooth and USB receiver685 gMar 2024

Previous model: MX Keys.

Sources

  1. logitech.com/en-gb/shop/p/mx-keys-s
  2. logitech.com/en-gb/shop/p/mx-keys-s-for-mac.920-011636
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  7. support.logi.com/hc/en-gb/articles/14191082247447-What-are-the-new-F-row-keys-o…
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  9. news.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2024/Logitech-Expands-Designed-fo…
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  11. logitech.com/en-us/shop/p/mx-keys-s-for-mac.920-011622

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