Thanks to the modern Smart TV platform, the TV turns into a multimedia device that can be used almost like a computer. All home appliance stores, online stores are packed with an incredible number of different models of keyboards for Smart TV: from premium to budget. The price depends on the features. Therefore, it will be difficult for a beginner to choose. Having studied customer reviews, expert comments, I made a rating of the best keyboards for Smart TV of the year.
HARPER KBT-570
The model of the company HARPER, which has already gained popularity, opens our rating. The keyboard is made of durable black plastic, the surface of the front side is specially textured, the back is completely smooth. The classic layout of the keys is used - six rows, but instead of a digital block (NumPad) there is a smart "touchpad" with left / right keys and a block of buttons for controlling external devices. Connection to a computer or TV - via a small USB receiver, which is hidden under the battery compartment cover, from where it is removed and inserted into the USB port. This ends the setup, since no additional manipulations are expected. The keyboard is compatible with Windows, Mac OC, Android, there are Russian and English layouts. The device is capable of working at a distance of up to 8 meters.
Benefits:
- Affordable price.
- Touchpad on the keyboard.
- Russian and English layouts.
- Beautiful view.
- Battery included.
Disadvantage:
- Not always connected the first time.
The keyboard belongs to the budget segment of the market, but with virtually no flaws. If you insert the USB receiver into the TV, the keyboard will not always connect the first time due to the large noise from it. You will need to buy a USB extension cable, then the device works without problems. In all other respects, this is a good device made of quality materials with a beautiful design. Price - .
Logitech Wireless TouchKeyboard K400 Plus Black USB
The K400 Plus Wireless Touch Keyboard is a compact, full-size keyboard with touchpad, available in white and black. Due to the curved shape of the keys, you can enter text in a "blind way", pressing is unusually soft, almost silent. A full-sized touchpad provides scrolling and navigation. It is easy and comfortable to operate the keyboard: the left and right buttons are located under the touch panel, the volume buttons are above it, which is convenient. You can use the K400 Plus keyboard right away: it comes with all the features you need by taking out a small USB receiver, plugging it into the TV, then pressing the power button on the back keyboard. Logitech Options was developed to customize and load additional features. The radius of action is 10 meters, in contrast to the HARPER KBT-570, in which this indicator is 8 meters.The package includes a battery with a service life of 18 months. The keyboard is compatible with Windows, Android, Chrome OS, but there is no Mac OS compatibility unlike the previous model.
Benefits:
- World-famous company model.
- The radius of action is 10 m.
- The volume keys are located above the touchpad.
- Battery life is 18 months.
- ON / OFF button - on the back of the keyboard.
- Affordable price.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of support with Mac OS.
- Separate multimedia buttons are available only when working with a computer.
- The touchpad responds poorly.
I expected more from the Logitech keyboard. I was disappointed with the touchpad, which hardly responds to touch, slows down - this is the main disadvantage of this model. It connects to the TV without problems, the range is 10 meters, unlike HARPER KBT-570 (with a radius of 8 m), which has regular connection problems. Price - ... For the money, this is a good model for everyday tasks.
Rapoo K2600
The K2600 is a classic, compact and reliable keyboard with touchpad. The ergonomic brushed stainless steel body brings a new style to your desk. The reliable 2.4GHz wireless connection offers freedom of movement with a range of up to 10m, just like the Logitech Wireless TouchKeyboard K400 Plus Black USB. A closed diaphragm is provided that extends battery life. It prevents oxidation of internal parts, eliminating the risk of team errors. Battery life is 12 months compared to the Logitech K400 (18 months). It is connected to the TV via a nano-USB receiver, although the listed samples are connected via regular USB.
Benefits:
- Brushed stainless steel case.
- Connection via nano-USB.
- Closed membrane for extended battery life.
- Beautiful view.
- Affordable price.
Disadvantages:
- The built-in touchpad does not have a mechanical effect of pressing, all actions are performed by touch control.
- The service life of two batteries is 12 months.
A high-quality model in a beautiful case looks very impressive. There are no complaints about the work, it connects to the TV without problems. For me, the main minus is the touchpad is touch, not a button: while you select or select something, you can accidentally click something. I consider this solution impractical and inconvenient. Disappointing battery life (12 hours) with the much-hyped closed membrane. The Logitech K400 has a lifespan of 18 months without any PR moves. Price - .
Rii RT-MWK08 Black USB
The model immediately catches the eye and differs from the listed devices. Black backlit keyboard with touchpad. Made of high quality soft-touch plastic. The touchpad reacts to gestures and has 2 levels of adjustment. There are 92 buttons, two joysticks, a touchpad mouse with multiTouch function, 450mAh Li-Ion battery with USB charging. The keyboard is compatible with tablets, smartphones, PCs, laptops, HTPC and media players, IPTV and Smart TV, PS3 & Xbox 360, home appliances. Works with operating systems Windows, Linux, Android, Apple MacOS. The range of the keyboard is 15 meters, which is as much as 5 meters more than the Logitech K400 and Rapoo K2600, and 7 meters more than the HARPER KBT-570.
Benefits:
- Attractive design.
- The backlight can be changed.
- 2 degrees touchpad settings.
- The ability to connect to consoles, set-top boxes.
- Works with Linux, MacOS.
- The range is 15 meters.
- Battery 450 mA × h.
- 92 rubberized buttons.
Disadvantages:
- There are problems with the touchpad. It is difficult to hit with an arrow.
- To switch the language to Russian, you need to download an additional program.
- It works with consoles only if applied to print text. It is impossible to play games.
Great wireless keyboard model for... It has everything you need, easily connects to devices with different software, consoles, IPTV set-top boxes, has many different settings and a built-in 450 mAh battery, which will last for several months. The listed samples cannot boast of such high rates. Sometimes there are problems with the touchpad, the arrow completely stops obeying, but this is rare.
Microsoft All-in-One Media Keyboard
The All-in-One Media Keyboard is an ideal device for home, office.It has a full-sized set of keys, an integrated multi-touch panel (the latter supports different actions: print, drag, zoom, press). Customizable hot multimedia keys provide quick access to the Internet and your favorite music, photos, movies. The device is very durable, so you can not be afraid of bumps, drops or spilled coffee. The range is 10 m, which is less than in the Rii RT-MWK08 Black USB. This keyboard uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption technology, which is designed to protect your information by encrypting the keystrokes you press. Each keyboard is securely connected to its transceiver, important information is never transmitted wirelessly. The device is only compatible with Windows.
Benefits:
- Beautiful view.
- Advanced Encryption Standard protection system.
- Water resistant.
- Strong case.
Disadvantages:
- Overcharge.
- PC support for Windows OS only.
- Minimum settings and features.
- The case is quickly overwritten.
- To press the keys from F1 to F12, you need to clamp Fn.
- The touchpad does not work well at times.
I think that the keyboard is not worth its money: its price is too high and amounts to ... She has a small radius of action, you can customize for yourself. Although it is shockproof, waterproof, but the keys and the case on it are overwritten very quickly, which indicates a low quality of materials. The touchpad slows down and periodically does not work properly: when you press the right button, the left one is pressed. I recommend the Rii RT-MWK08 Black USB model: it is technologically advanced, more features, and it costs less.
Thomson ROC3506 4in1 Universal Smart TV Remote
The rating is completed not by a keyboard, but by a whole control center: a universal TV remote control, set-top boxes, audio devices using 2.4 GHz technology. After unpacking, the device is immediately ready for use. The model has an LED display for indicating the status of 4 control levels: TV, DVD, STB, AMP, colored buttons for infrared control, luminescent buttons for easy use in the dark. There is a memory of codes: they are saved in the event of a battery change, also gesture control, color-coded buttons for controlling video text or special STB functions, for example, SKY and IPTV, practical multimedia keys for convenient control of music, browser, etc. A manual switch is provided on the bottom to save power, as in the Logitech Wireless TouchKeyboard K400 Plus Black USB.
Benefits:
- Great functionality, wide range of settings.
- Ability to work with all devices.
- Colored buttons.
- Fluorescent buttons for night use.
- Keys for easy surfing the Internet.
- Manual switch to save battery.
Disadvantage:
- High price.
The most technological model deservedly occupies the first line of my rating. It is multifunctional, practical, for example, for use at night, keys are provided for convenient surfing on the Internet. Easily connects to all TVs and devices, does not lose signal. Compared to this model, the Microsoft All-in-One Media Keyboard looks completely unattractive. Although the price difference between them is only , but the possibilities and convenience of using the Thomson ROC3506 are much greater. Price - .
