I picked up this keyboard to replace my aging Microsoft ergonomic model in my office setup, and it's been a fantastic switch. I specifically chose this one for a couple of key reasons that really matter to me. First, unlike many traditional ergonomic keyboards that tilt up from the back (which always looks uncomfortable—I cringe watching coworkers type on those setups; it just hurts my hands to see), this one tilts up from the front. That forward slope feels much more natural for long typing sessions and keeps my wrists in a healthier position right away. Second, it has short-travel keys with a nice, responsive feel (short press/action), and I swear my typing speed has noticeably increased since switching. The split, curved design with the full-size layout and cushioned wrist rest makes everything feel more natural and less strained—my hands and forearms thank me after hours of work. I'm using the USB receiver option and connectivity is solid. Haven't tried Bluetooth. Battery life is impressive too—I've only needed to charge it once on the day I got it, and it's still going strong weeks later. Rechargeable via USB-C, no hassle. At this price point, it's an absolute steal compared to pricier ergonomic options. Build quality feels premium with the grey-black color scheme looking sleek on my desk. If you're looking for a comfortable, wireless ergonomic keyboard that actually improves your typing experience and posture without breaking the bank, this is it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. 5 stars—highly recommended! Read more
This keyboard is a delight to use. I wasn't sure if I would be happy with this type of keyboard as I am a fast touch-typist (over 100 wpm) and had read that the type of keys like this keyboard uses weren't that good for fast typing. But I've found exactly the opposite to be true. I'm actually typing faster now on this keyboard! The ergonomic design is perfect for maintaining a healthy posture for your wrists while typing. I like the cushioned palm rest, it really takes the fatigue out of typing for long periods of time. It's a full-size keyboard as well, which is great as I use all of the function and additional keys every day. I like the quietness of the 'clickiness' of the keys. Not overly loud, just a nice responsive sound as I type. The backlighting is truly a plus! I've never had a keyboard with backlighting before and now I wonder how I ever got along with it! Especially for typing in dimly lit areas or at night. It's really versatile as well. It has three ways to connect devices, one WiFi which requires use of the provided dongle, and two Bluetooth connections. I've set mine up to use one Bluetooth for my PC and the other one for my Android phone. I also have the Wifi connector enabled for my PC as a backup. UPDATE: About two months after purchasing, I had some problems with intermittent repeating keys. It didn't happen very often, but often enough that it became annoying to me. The keyboard comes with a two-year factory warranty, so I contacted Protoarc directly. They were so kind and understanding. They helped me troubleshoot the problem and when those steps failed to resolve the issue, they then offered to replace the keyboard free of charge, which I did. Within a week my new keyboard arrived, and it's been rock solid with no repeating keys. I was really impressed with their assistance and quick action to resolve this for me. I highly recommend the Protoarck EK01 Plus keyboard. Read more
I wanted to kick the old Microsoft Sculpt habit. Fine board, good angle, split just right, but the palm rest wore a filthy skin of use and time, ground-in grime in that fabric slab, no clean exit, no easy wipe-down, just the slow accretion of office residue. So the mission was simple enough on paper: find the same fix with fewer complications. Something like the one I already knew how to love, but built for the rag and the spray bottle. Not black, because black peripherals are a bureaucratic color, dead and joyless. Ergonomic, wireless, no nonsense. This keyboard came through. Then kept coming. Rechargeable battery. Backlight humming under the keys like a low-grade neon promise. Setup took maybe a minute, barely enough time for doubt to form. If you’re looking for a keyboard in that lineage—clean lines, split stance, civilized comfort, without the dirt-trap palm rest—this one is a strong substitute. Recommended. Read more
Nice keyboard. I like the way it's laid out. Not only the ergonomic design, the arrow keys separate from the other keys as well. The back-lit keyboard is great for typing in the dim of the evening so I don't have to turn on the overhead light after the sun goes down in my poorly lit room. I used the included USB dongle to connect it to my desktop. It was plug-n-play easy to connect. I am giving it 4 stars only because I wish the keys had a more tactile feedback feel to them. It feels more like a laptop keyboard typing feel rather than a desktop keyboard typing feel. It's something I will get used to I am sure and it's not a real big problem. I would buy this keyboard again knowing what I know now about it. It came with a form fitting cover for the keyboard which can protect it form minor spills and dust. Which was a nice surprise. It was well packaged and came with a quick start card as well as easy to understand detailed instructions. Read more
