Logitech ERGO K860: What Real Users Actually Think

I have used ergonomic keyboards for many years now. Started on the Microsoft Sculpt. When that was no longer working out for me the Logitech was on my shortlist for a possible replacement. Reasons I didn't go for it: Non mechanical switches, full size keyboard — from an ergonomic perspective having the numpad is counterproductive because you have to rotate your shoulder quite a bit to reach the mouse.

I have been using a K860 for 5 or 6 years, and it has been a huge improvement over a traditional keyboard. I have eliminated much of the ambient pain I was experiencing, pain that I still experience when I have to work on my laptop keyboard. It is not a perfect solution, however. There is still the issue of the traditional staggered keys not being natural, and I still experience pinky discomfort.

The first switch is the hardest. It's normal and will take some time to adjust but probably only a week or two since the overall layout is the same.

Every single Reddit conversation is 'hey I know you want that keyboard, but you should spend $500 instead'

If you google 'K860' the first search result is the reddit topic about a user complaining how uncomfortable it is. I can confirm this as someone who still owns that keyboard. The most uncomfortable thing related to that keyboard is the palm rest which is attached to the keyboard and therefore can be used only in one position, it is also a bit too hard and stiff.

$130 seems like a lot for that keyboard, to me. Not that it's objectively expensive, but it looks like a typical junky scissor-switch chiclet made of ABS plastic. So it won't have very good typing feel and the plastics will wear smooth quickly.

It is the best cheap consumer grade keyboard for RSI. But there are much better and more customizable options if you can spend more. I rotate between the k860 and a zsa voyager with tenting.

I find the k860 really comfortable. I was using it with a Logitech lift mouse for the past couple years and found my wrist pain mostly eliminated. I did recently buy a split keyboard without a numpad because I hated having to move my right hand so far across the numpad to get to the mouse.

I have been using it for a few years and I really liked it. Coming from a standard keyboard, it is already much better in terms of ergonomics. I would also recommend it if you're looking for a more standard shaped keyboard. However, I finally decided to go full in with ergonomics and settled for a mechanical split keyboard and I never looked back. It's just so much more comfortable and easier to use once you get used to it.

I've used it and highly recommend it. The ergo positioning does make a difference in comfort and long-term strain, and it also has a wonderful typing experience (better than most keyboards, and better than any other ergo in my personal opinion) and it also is the only ergo I've used where I didn't have to spend a large amount of time adjusting to the different layout vs a regular keyboard.

Yeah, the issue with the K860 is the size. A couple of alternatives are the HP 960 and ProtoArc EK04. The K860 is the best for feel, but the HP isn't far behind.

i have the wave at work and k860 for my personal set up. I ended up selling the k860 after two weeks … the wave is definitely better imo

I have a protoarc EK01 (basically same keyboard just different brand) and it has done nothing for my RSI compared to my fully split keyboards that can tent.

I was starting to get some serious carpal tunnel like pains. I went for the Kinesis Advantage 360 and completely forgot how to type for about a week. But 20-30 minutes a day of typing lessons took care of that quickly and now I'm 100% pain free and a much better typer than I ever was.

I've used ergonomic keyboards for around 40 years (programmer) and I'm typing on a K860 right now on my laptop, have one at home on my desktop as well. I consider them fantastic keyboards myself and I've had no issues in vim or anything else. I really like the ability to switch between 3 different devices with a keypress.

I used a K860 for years and as individuals here suggest, there are better options. The K860 is a great keyboard for its price in a market where you don't want to think about any of the keyboard shenanigans. I personally left it to get even more ergonomic and went with a ZSA Voyager.

Vertical mouse is really helpful imo. I recommend switching to split, column staggered or full ortholinear keyboards. The k860 is such a half assed design, since staggered rows are the biggest thing that hurts ergonomics.

It's a good ergonomic keyboard. But not ergonomic enough for me cause you can't remap Ctrl, Esc and especially $. K860 can't remap these keys afaik. On the OS level, AHK and karabiner could get the job done but I have to put those software on every machine, even work pc. A keyboard with QMK/ZMK is a must for me nowadays.

I got used to it and now normal keyboards feel cramped. But besides the adaptation period it's basically the same as a normal keyboard for using vim, your hands are just positioned differently because the form of the keyboard is different.

Love my k860... Ability to switch between work and home computers... Need ergo as my shoulders are wide need that relief for Carpal tunnel... Gvim is my editor works great...

I got this exact keyboard for a while during an internship where I worked at home. The pad helped my wrists I think, but I started to feel a pain in my elbows. I think the shape (ironically) forced an awkward position. I know I started to feel elbow pain, and it went away after I stopped using the keyboard.

It looks very alike to the Microsoft Sculpt, which I have been using for the past 3 years and it is by far the most comfortable keeb I've ever used. It seems that the Sculpt is cheaper than the Ergo K860. Furthermore, the next comfort step up will cost you hundreds.

I got the keyboard and I love it but it took me about 1 week to get used to the layout.

Used the K860 for about a year. The main issue I had with it was the atrocious feel of the switches. At least in my unit they were crunchy and nasty - absolutely hated them. I had no problem getting used to the board, however, and I did like the ergonomics.

Well... logitech products have had a lot of QC issues... anyway a lot of people hate the alice style boards but its still decent practice until you go full split; which will allow you to adjust the boards to be comfortable for your anatomy.

I bought another K860 and have been using that since. The truth is that they're both great keyboards, but I prefer the K860 and since I use it so much, the difference in price isn't significant over the life of the keyboard. In fact, last week I threw away my (working) Sculpt because I realised I would never use it again.

I own both keyboards. I started with the Sculpt and then purchased the K860. The K860 is superior in quality, key-feel, and ergonomics for the most part. I prefer the smaller and lighter Sculpt for two reasons: the keys are spread further apart on the K860 and the full numpad means the mouse is further to the right.

I know this is old but I'll comment that the keys do wear out on the Logitech and for me, the keys are very loud. It has me looking for a quiet version because right now I have to mute myself on video calls because of the typing. I also have spotty keys, like the space bar, and I do not know if it is the key or the Bluetooth.

K860 is vastly superior and totally worth it. It has onboard memory, excellent feel to it (there are improvements to key positioning which might require you adjust) but the switch for me was flawless except I gained 15 wpm from the new butterfly switches. The wrist pad is more durable, but alas the plastic keys are abs and will show signs of wear fast.

I've been a MS ergo user for many many years, and the pad started wearing out and peeling. Much of the letters had also worn out. Just Black Fridayed a Logi 860, but was also looking at the MS Surface Ergo as well.

I owned both keyboards. Yes, fixed numpad is a considerable distraction.

I tried the Sculpt and mostly loved it...until I began having issues with occasional key sticking (the key didn't physically stick down but it would register that I was holding it down) and missed keys. So I decided to grab the K860... The K860 did not feel quite as nice in build to me as the Sculpt, but it worked reliably.

Interestingly, the palm rest from the K860 is the thing I'm missing the most when using my Glove80. For me it's perfectly balanced between firm and soft.

I have a k860, it works fine, just like a Mac keyboard.

Played with this last night at Staples. Feels really great. The keyboards coming from Logitech lately have been fantastic — the Craft, MX and this one are all excellent. Sadly, all of them come with the number pad, making them super un-ergonomic for mousing.

Consider your keyboard length as well when it comes to ergonomics. The arrow keys and num pad force most people's right arm to swing way out when they have to use a mouse. I no longer consider full size keyboards because it forces my mouse to be way out to my right and causes my wrist to bend a lot.

i have the similar issue in the end i purchase another k860

Maybe you can try to pinpoint your source/cause of the RSI symptoms? For me it didn't help with ergokeyb, but changing the springs in each key for lighter presses paired with strength training in hands, and more proper seating position all from how my head/neck to hands is positioned.

K860 has it pretty good in this regard - my first split keyboard was Microsoft Sculpt, where trying to press a key with the wrong hand meant tapping the edge of the keyboard or missing the keyboard completely and tapping the table a few centimeters below.

Both are running on normal batteries, so no rechargeable. Unless you use rechargeable batteries.

I've not felt a desperate need to switch and am still happy with my MS Sculpt. However, I do have the Logitech MX Vertical mouse and will probably get a K860 to go with that when/if my Sculpt finally kicks the bucket. It's a nice keyboard, just not sufficiently better than what I have to justify the expense and hassle of switching.