Logitech K120 Wired Full-Size Keyboard

exceptional. Makes me type faster with less resistance. There is a much appreciated soft tactile mechanical key press sound, the space bar and the bigger buttons like return, enter for calculator keys produce a kluck sound while the other a laser like mechanical klick klack that you can “feel”. Forget chicklet keys, or other keys or digital keys on iphones or on screen keyboards that I was using while waiting for this one as my old old keyboard 90’s style just went dead and I was panicking. I was looking for a value budget keyboard, I don’t know about the more expensive ones, I don’t need led light up buttons or other fancy gimmicks on the keyboard, I was really considering this other microsoft keyboard in the same price range, Saw a video its got a calculator function button that you press and pop goes the microsoft calculator program, but after some days thought, I dont even use computer calulators that much, and there is a sound controlling function too, but appearantly I heard it just control windows media player, forget other players. Apple has the monopoly advantage over their computer systems, and its a good thing PC’s aren’t that monopolistic, I don’t really feel for the chicklet keys spaced out on the apple keyboards, I have a asus netbook for my mom on which I am typing this review which has the chicklet keys, the key presses are so disturbing now that I found logitec, they don’t inspire as much confidence as with the logitec, or maybe that the size of the keyboard is different, the netbood being smaller less confidence bulding while the logitec a standard size brings more confidence when typing, the logitec keyboard is one workhorse of a keyboard, each key press is like a rush or tornado and continuation to other key presses is like music, I like everything about it, its sleek, low profile there is the front raise things so its not flat, in addition each key is ergonomically designed, there is the concave convex subtle element which I think adds the perfect touch, makes it interesting, and the lettering is high contrast, placement of the lettering on the individual keys is good that its not too disatracting, on my netbood the letting is smack dap on the center of each key and well now I see that it makes a difference. the logitec is not disturbing, its very pleasant to type on to look at. its a standard keyboard made for the modern computer user.

I got this to use w/ MacMini….and it works fine, other than the way a few keys are marked. But no big deal, I’m not reading the lettering anyway. Logitech products are inexpensive, but bullet proof. I’ve gone through 2 Apple keyboards on this setup that just quit working correctly. I’ve had a Logitech wired optical mouse for years and it just keeps working.

The Logitech Keyboard K120 is very light in weight, typical of your rubber dome technology used beneath it’s keycaps. This is a standard sized keyboard, roughly 2.2cm center-to-center spacing. It has very light keytouch, so if you are elderly, or if this is for a child, then finger strength requirements are minimal.

LAYOUT 5: This is the standard 104-key layout. The full-sized Backspace, Tab keys and spacebar make for familiar typing. This is somewhat of a space-saving design, with minimal ridges around the sides and bottom corners of the keyboard. If you are a lazy wrist-rest like me, then your area of your palm below your left pinky will have you executing numerous sequences where is any key you happened to by typing at the moment where you inadvertently held down the key. Cursor controls, Home-End and Page control keys are in their normal configurations so there is nothing new to learn. LEDs are bright for the 3 lock modes, and the 10-key pad is right where you expect it to be.

LOOK 5: The letters are printed with bright white lettering and numbering, so it works well in typical office lighting.

DURABILITY: 4 I cannot speak for this at this time as it has been in use only for short while. The first one ordered was dead upon arrival, not working on any PC into which it was plugged. This second sample has been flawless in its operation.

FEEL 3: This is a rubber dome keyboard, so keypress force is light. If you are a strong typist then you will bottom out the keys with ease, which can actually slow you down. Even the Spacebar has the same tension as all of the other keys. For light key action the return speed on the keys is fast enough to satisfy all but the fastest of typists. Return speed is still higher on full mechanical switched keyboards.

SPEED 4: I type 70 WPM, so this is a fast keyboard to me. To those typing faster, say near 90 WPM, this keyboard may force you to make mistakes or skip characters. Rubber dome atop a resistor network isn’t the fastest recovering keys.

STABILITY 4: This isn’t a rigid keyboard, and it is easily twisted. However, for everyday use it may be fine. There are the typical flip-out tabs below the front of the keyboard allowing the user to incline the board. The rubber “feet” strips offer plenty of grip when the keyboard is new. However, they become slipperier as the keyboard ages and picks up a coating of dust. Cleaning these feet regularly will ensure the keyboard won’t slide on you.

SOUND 4; This is a silent keyboard. Rubber dome technology by design is quiet. There is minimal key rattle if a key is pressed hard and quickly released. With careful typing the user can keep sound levels below (<) 60 dB and as high as 70 dB if really pounding the keys, the latter which would be rare. This keyboard is rated on quietness being a desired feature.

VALUE 5: An $11+ keyboard is well worth it as compared to mechanical keyboards which can cost >$100.

CONCLUSION: Enthusiastically recommended. AN $11 Logitech Keyboard K120 is excellent both for home or office use. It is quiet, fast and very affordable. I will attempt to remember to do a longevity update in a year. Thank you for reading, and I hope this review is helpful to you.

The Logitech K120 may not be a feature-rich keyboard, but that doesn’t seem to prevent it from performing as a quality device. Where many manufacturers would offer a budget model lacking in standards of functionality and/or design; Logitech has proven with the K120 that even the “cheapest” member of a product line can positively represent the rest of the group. As such, I look at the K120 with three basic elements in mind: Appearance, Keys, and Durability; while also considering what I’ve seen in other < $20USD keyboards.

Appearance: I am of the opinion that cheaper keyboards often look bulky and bulky keyboards often look cheap. The K120 deftly dodges this issue by employing a slim, modern design; aesthetically appropriate for home or office. LED indicators for the status of Caps and Number Lock are a welcome feature not found on all keyboards, much less those within the K120 price-range.

Keystroke: A primary issue that I’ve seen with most budget keyboards I’ve used in the past, especially those touting “quiet” factors, is how the keys seemed stubborn to input. Key depressions on the K120 are (probably depending on typing style) sufficiently quiet and soft to the touch, without feeling unresponsive or spongy. There is just enough tactile feedback to offer a satisfying indication that a key has been sufficiently engaged.

Durability: Most keyboards, even many that are offered at a much higher price-point, can feel fragile for the nature of their lightweight, plastic elements. The K120 isn’t an exception here, but nothing about it “feels” like an under $20 keyboard. When I factor in the spill-resistant design and 3-year manufacturer’s warranty, most of my concerns of longevity are sufficiently quieted.

I have to admit that I might be giving the K120 extra points simply for not sucking; but given the cheap, almost “throw-away” nature of many electronic devices today, I’d argue that doing so isn’t too inappropriate. Similarly, when I factor in a price that almost screams “throw-away device!”; to be granted a set of design standards meeting or exceeding that which I’ve seen from many competitors, I can’t help but to offer an excellent rating in return.

*****12/05/13 UPDATE*****
I’m happy to announce that this keyboard (and another of the same model purchased around the same time) is still working quite well with regular use at home and at the office. The ONLY negative thing I can say is that one of the elevating “feet” on my work keyboard snapped off and got lost during an office move. That said, a stack of business cards has sufficiently managed to act as a crutch and the overall functionality has not been hindered in the slightest.

Also, I should note that I play PC games pretty regularly at home (Battlefield 4, as of late; Skyrim prior to that) and while I would LOVE to have some of the bells and whistles made available by more expensive gaming-themed products, I’m simply blown away by the fact that this thing has held up under such extensive use, day-in and day-out.

In Battlefield 4 ALONE, I have logged 235 hours of game play. That’s 235 hours of constant (and sometimes frantic) use; punishing the W, A, S, and D keys as if I was playing whack-a-mole with them. (Disclaimer – I use a joystick for Jets and Helicopters, but still use the keyboard for ground vehicles and watercraft.) I think that says plenty about the build quality on what’s essentially a budget-oriented device.

Please feel free to ask questions and I’ll do my best to respond as quickly as possible.

Thanks for reading!

日本語版のキーボード用にカバーが欲しかったのですが日本語版用ではなかったです！ですが、使用感がとてもいいのでそのまま使ってます。満足です

Do you need a keyboard that isn’t fancy, works all the time, and lasts a long time? This is it. No bells and whistles. It isn’t wireless. Computer responds to every key-press. It just works. It’s also not expensive. If you just want a keyboard that does the job, this is the keyboard for you.