Apple Wireless Keyboard (MB167)

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 13 expert reviews

Excellent:

5
Good:

4
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Ultrathin profile.
Minimal footprint.
Simple Bluetooth pairing.

Cons:

Lacks number pad.
Small keys may feel cramped for some users.

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Last revision on April 23, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Ultrathin profile
Minimal footprint
Simple Bluetooth pairing
Top row keys offers one-touch access to popular Mac features
Automatic shut off conserves energy
Fullsize keys
Surprisingly nice to type on
Good battery life
Short Keystroke

Reviewers Didn't Like

Lacks number pad
Small keys may feel cramped for some users
Learning curve to scale before typing becomes painless
Expensive
No black version
Subpar when not used with OS X
Lack of Printscreen cluster
No recharging station
Keyboard is not ergonomic
Will work with Windows, but specialized software is not available

Expert reviews and ratings

As Apple aficionados, your first port of call for a separate keyboard is most likely to be Apple’s own offering. Compact and low-profile, Apple’s Bluetooth option uses chiclet keys that have become a familiar choice for today’s...

By Macworld UK on November 14, 2011

As with most Apple products, it's on the expensive side of things, but not too much of a price to pay for the quality, especially when compared to some of the other models in this round-up. Two AA batteries fit nicely in the shallow rake of the...

By RegHardware on January 31, 2011

Both as a compromise and as an overall design, the best of the bunch is Apple’s official Wireless Keyboard ($69), which was on the market predating the release of the iPad and has not as yet been changed in any way for iOS devices. Because Apple...

By iLounge on November 03, 2010

100

Explaining why a keyboard is good or bad is a unique challenge, compared to other products. How a keyboard is isn’t a scientific study. Instead, it’s entirely based on feel and functionality, and ultimately, the keyboard that’s right...

By GadgetReview on October 11, 2010

The Apple Wireless Keyboard is less suited for use in an office environment – many people simply find it too compact to type on rapidly. It doesn't have a proper numeric keypad either, so it's not much use if your work involves a lot of...

By PC Advisor on October 07, 2010

Apple bundles its Wireless Keyboard with every new iMac because it matches the computer's strengths in terms of minimal design and simple functionality. While some may bemoan its lack of extra features, the Apple Wireless Keyboard does the job and...

By cnet on August 25, 2010

For those looking to use their Apple computer with a secondary monitor and keyboard/mouse setup, the Apple Wireless Keyboard quick and simple solution to detach yourself from your actual laptop and maintain a clean desktop. While the lack of a numpad...

By Gomeler on March 27, 2008

The Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mighty Mouse deliver simplicity and elegance, but at some cost to wrist...

By PC Mag on March 06, 2008

100

The superb Wireless Keyboard is yet another design classic from Apple. ...

By Mac|Life on February 06, 2008

100

Apples new wireless keyboard is a thing of beauty. Its right up there among our very favourite designs to spring from the fertile imaginations of the Apple design team. It took a tantalisingly long time for our order to arrive, due to some hold-up...

By TechRadar on November 15, 2007

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