90
Keychron
Keychron Q1 Max
- QMK/VIA fully programmable
- Hot-swappable switches
- Tri-mode: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, USB-C
Our Verdict
Essential for Mac desktop users. Touch ID on a desktop keyboard is genuinely transformative for unlocking, payments, and password autofill. The typing experience is clean and quiet, though mechanical keyboard fans will find it too shallow.
Detailed Scores
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Touch ID fingerprint sensor
- Seamless Mac integration
- USB-C charging
- Clean minimal design
- Month-long battery life
Cons
- Expensive for a keyboard
- Very low key travel
- No backlighting on base model
- Only works with Apple devices
Specifications
Type Scissor switch, low-profile
Connectivity Bluetooth, Lightning/USB-C pairing
Battery Rechargeable Li-ion, ~1 month
specs.layout Full-size with numeric keypad option
specs.compatibility macOS, iPadOS
Where to Buy
Amazon.co.uk
€224
View price → Amazon.it
€229
View price → Amazon.de
€229
View price → Amazon.fr
€231
View price → MediaWorld
€233
View price → Currys
€233
View price → Amazon.es
€233
View price → Unieuro
€235
View price → Darty
€235
View price → Fnac
€238
View price → John Lewis
€240
View price → El Corte Inglés
€240
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Touch ID work with all Macs?
Touch ID works with Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later). Intel Macs can use the keyboard but Touch ID won't function.
Can I use it with iPad?
Yes, it works with iPadOS but Touch ID is only supported on Mac.
Is it worth the upgrade from a regular Magic Keyboard?
If you use your Mac at a desk regularly, absolutely. Touch ID saves time for login, Apple Pay, and password autofill dozens of times a day.