Crazy people, a truly split board is clearly better than a fixed split when it comes to ergos! It's a shame their quality control doesn't guarantee you get one though (carefully worded to respect the spoiler...)
I have not read the whole thing yet, but to me it looks like one of the most thorough comparisons I have seen of ergo keyboards.
They have not overlooked any contemporary ergo keyboard that I know of - those just did not make it into their top picks.
I have not use their top pick: MS Sculpt very much but personally I find it to be very comfortable.
One thing to note is that they have disqualified keyboards with a numpad on the right.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.
The ErgoDox EZ is a fully split mechanical keyboard with legs that allow you to adjust both the negative tilt and tenting angles of each half precisely. But it has a nonstandard key layout, and the bundle with printed keycaps, palm rest, and tilt/tent kit costs over $300.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.QuoteThe ErgoDox EZ is a fully split mechanical keyboard with legs that allow you to adjust both the negative tilt and tenting angles of each half precisely. But it has a nonstandard key layout, and the bundle with printed keycaps, palm rest, and tilt/tent kit costs over $300.
I do like how the layout is listed as a minor flaw for the Microsoft, but sounds like a deal-breaker here. Fact is, if I am looking for something ergonomic, I am probably willing to adapt to a more comfortable layout if necessary. The price is a bit high, granted, but with the MX switches, tilt/tent kit and full split, it offers more options - which I would think was important as ergonomics aren't simply one size fits all.
At the very least, I would have liked to see the Matias as their pick with something like the Ergodox as the runner-up and the Microsoft mentioned later as an "excellent budget choice" or something along those lines.
I also don't agree with them saying the switches won't be much of an issue if you're already used to laptop keyboards - just because you are used to something doesn't mean that it isn't a huge ergonomical flaw... many people are used to staggered, non-split, non-tilted/tented boards, but they are looking for something different for a reason and it seems to me that switches - and the potential fatigue associated with bottoming out - would be an important aspect.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.QuoteThe ErgoDox EZ is a fully split mechanical keyboard with legs that allow you to adjust both the negative tilt and tenting angles of each half precisely. But it has a nonstandard key layout, and the bundle with printed keycaps, palm rest, and tilt/tent kit costs over $300.
I do like how the layout is listed as a minor flaw for the Microsoft, but sounds like a deal-breaker here. Fact is, if I am looking for something ergonomic, I am probably willing to adapt to a more comfortable layout if necessary. The price is a bit high, granted, but with the MX switches, tilt/tent kit and full split, it offers more options - which I would think was important as ergonomics aren't simply one size fits all.
At the very least, I would have liked to see the Matias as their pick with something like the Ergodox as the runner-up and the Microsoft mentioned later as an "excellent budget choice" or something along those lines.
I also don't agree with them saying the switches won't be much of an issue if you're already used to laptop keyboards - just because you are used to something doesn't mean that it isn't a huge ergonomical flaw... many people are used to staggered, non-split, non-tilted/tented boards, but they are looking for something different for a reason and it seems to me that switches - and the potential fatigue associated with bottoming out - would be an important aspect.
Please, let's not introduce logical arguments here.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.QuoteThe ErgoDox EZ is a fully split mechanical keyboard with legs that allow you to adjust both the negative tilt and tenting angles of each half precisely. But it has a nonstandard key layout, and the bundle with printed keycaps, palm rest, and tilt/tent kit costs over $300.
I do like how the layout is listed as a minor flaw for the Microsoft, but sounds like a deal-breaker here. Fact is, if I am looking for something ergonomic, I am probably willing to adapt to a more comfortable layout if necessary. The price is a bit high, granted, but with the MX switches, tilt/tent kit and full split, it offers more options - which I would think was important as ergonomics aren't simply one size fits all.
At the very least, I would have liked to see the Matias as their pick with something like the Ergodox as the runner-up and the Microsoft mentioned later as an "excellent budget choice" or something along those lines.
I also don't agree with them saying the switches won't be much of an issue if you're already used to laptop keyboards - just because you are used to something doesn't mean that it isn't a huge ergonomical flaw... many people are used to staggered, non-split, non-tilted/tented boards, but they are looking for something different for a reason and it seems to me that switches - and the potential fatigue associated with bottoming out - would be an important aspect.
Please, let's not introduce logical arguments here.
The keyswitches Really doesn't matter when it comes to Ergonomics.. that is strictly in the realm of preference..
The only thing that makes a difference is SPLIT keyboard, and high Tenting angle.. Those 2 impact ergonomics the most,
Everything else you can do without and it wouldn't affect operation relative to RSI issues.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.QuoteThe ErgoDox EZ is a fully split mechanical keyboard with legs that allow you to adjust both the negative tilt and tenting angles of each half precisely. But it has a nonstandard key layout, and the bundle with printed keycaps, palm rest, and tilt/tent kit costs over $300.
I do like how the layout is listed as a minor flaw for the Microsoft, but sounds like a deal-breaker here. Fact is, if I am looking for something ergonomic, I am probably willing to adapt to a more comfortable layout if necessary. The price is a bit high, granted, but with the MX switches, tilt/tent kit and full split, it offers more options - which I would think was important as ergonomics aren't simply one size fits all.
At the very least, I would have liked to see the Matias as their pick with something like the Ergodox as the runner-up and the Microsoft mentioned later as an "excellent budget choice" or something along those lines.
I also don't agree with them saying the switches won't be much of an issue if you're already used to laptop keyboards - just because you are used to something doesn't mean that it isn't a huge ergonomical flaw... many people are used to staggered, non-split, non-tilted/tented boards, but they are looking for something different for a reason and it seems to me that switches - and the potential fatigue associated with bottoming out - would be an important aspect.
Please, let's not introduce logical arguments here.
The keyswitches Really doesn't matter when it comes to Ergonomics.. that is strictly in the realm of preference..
The only thing that makes a difference is SPLIT keyboard, and high Tenting angle.. Those 2 impact ergonomics the most,
Everything else you can do without and it wouldn't affect operation relative to RSI issues.
I tend to disagree.
erˇgoˇnomˇic
ərɡəˈnämik/
adjective
(especially of workplace design) intended to provide optimum comfort and to avoid stress or injury.
If we are truly to consider ergonomics, certainly switches become important in the discussion. The best ergonomic board in the world with switches too heavy for me is still pretty much useless as I'm going to end up fatigued from prolonged use. Switches should likely be an ergonomic consideration.
I tend to disagree.
erˇgoˇnomˇic
ərɡəˈnämik/
adjective
(especially of workplace design) intended to provide optimum comfort and to avoid stress or injury.
If we are truly to consider ergonomics, certainly switches become important in the discussion. The best ergonomic board in the world with switches too heavy for me is still pretty much useless as I'm going to end up fatigued from prolonged use. Switches should likely be an ergonomic consideration.
Yea exactly. However, the same switches will affect individuals differently, so maybe it should be not a key ergonomic factor, but rather something to consider. Some of us might be fine typing on the Sculpt scissor keys all day without pain, whereas some of us won't make it an hour.
How come there's no ErgoDox on their list??
It's now easily available.
Ergodox is no doubt one of the best ergo broad TBH, but it layout into 2 pieces might be difficult for most of us to adapt toThe fact that ergodox is split is one of its best features. It gives you an option to adjust angles/distances freely.
---WRONG, Newb Ideology---
---WRONG, Newb Ideology---
Switches absolutely do not matter to Ergonomics, because whatever minor deficit the switch possesses, it can be compensated for through a slight change in typing technique, or typing pacing..
WHEREAS, the tenting angle of the keyboard to meet the neutral angle of the wrist is NON_NEGOTIABLE...