Kinesis Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard For PC (20" Extended Separation)

I have been using this in combination with the 'Freestyle2 VIP3 Accessory Kit' for a few weeks. It is much more comfortable for my hands and wrists than my previous standard keyboard. It took a bit of time to adjust to the slightly different key layout (I still forget that the 'B' key is on the left hand side) but am getting used to this and am almost back up to typing as fast as on my previous keyboard. I especially like being able to move the two halves of the keyboard independently and typically type with them separated by a few inches and tilted at the maximum angle possible. I would definitely recommend for anyone who finds a conventional keyboard too constrictive or finds twisting your wrists to type uncomfortable.

Best keyboard for big hands and broad shoulders.

I'm not a big guy (6' 0" and a 44L), but I hate how my hands are always feeling cramped. Not any more. I can set this keyboard up so the I have 8-9" between my index fingers on the desk and my elbows comfortably on the arm rest. I highly recommend the VIP3 lifters and i even cut two pieces if 1x2 lumber and place under the front of the keyboard giving each half a lot on negative front to back tilt. This really works best if you have low desk height, of course the. You need monitor stands but. They make those too. I try to keep desk highly low and chair high so my elbows bend at 90 or close to it while typing. This is by far one of the most economical ergonomics keyboards available. ( my MS ergo 4000 wins on value this wins con comfort). The shortcut keys are great ... MoreI'm not a big guy (6' 0" and a 44L), but I hate how my hands are always feeling cramped. Not any more. I can set this keyboard up so the I have 8-9" between my index fingers on the desk and my elbows comfortably on the arm rest. I highly recommend the VIP3 lifters and i even cut two pieces if 1x2 lumber and place under the front of the keyboard giving each half a lot on negative front to back tilt. This really works best if you have low desk height, of course the. You need monitor stands but. They make those too. I try to keep desk highly low and chair high so my elbows bend at 90 or close to it while typing. This is by far one of the most economical ergonomics keyboards available. ( my MS ergo 4000 wins on value this wins con comfort). The shortcut keys are great and the key force is nice and light.

Delux mini ergo mouse & Kinesis Freesyle 2 ergo keyboard

I purchased these two items because of mild RSI in both wrists.And after using them for just a week, the discomfort is already subsiding. Both are great products and I'd highly recommend them to anyone regardless of whether you're experiencing RSI symptoms.Money well spent.The team at No More Pain Ergonomics was responsive and helpful because one of the packages was delayed due to the high demand on AustPost brought on by COVID-19. They managed that experience very well. So well done team.Steve

Delux mini ergo mouse Kinesis Freesyle 2 ergo keyboard

I purchased these two items because of mild RSI in both wrists.And after using them for just a week, the discomfort is already subsiding. Both are great products and I'd highly recommend them to anyone regardless of whether you're experiencing RSI symptoms.Money well spent.The team at No More Pain Ergonomics was responsive and helpful because one of the packages was delayed due to the high demand on AustPost brought on by COVID-19. They managed that experience very well. So well done team.Steve

Great product and design

I've used a kinesis Freestyle 2 keyboard and wrist rests for many years. Finally the keyboard wore out and the rests had the fabric cover missing from so much use. I had to use a temporary keyboard for a few days and I couldn't wait to get back to the things that I have grown to love. These keyboard rests are great and work very well. Just what I wanted for a good price.

Most ergonomic keyboard; love love love

This is my second freestyle 2 keyboard, this time for Mac. It is a little quirky, but overall, my shoulders, neck, and wrists have never been happier. I do a lot of typing and excel work, so having an ergonomic keyboard is necessary. Yes, my coworkers think I'm a nerd because of my keyboard with my mouse in the middle and I so do not care. My last keyboard lasted about 18 months before the space bar gave out. I bought a warranty this time, as I use the keyboard heavily every day. The issue was not with the key part but with the internal button. I do not know enough to fix it on my own :( The buttons do get a little clanky the more you use them. This does not bother me. I will continue to buy these... there does not seem to be anything better out there for the price ... MoreThis is my second freestyle 2 keyboard, this time for Mac. It is a little quirky, but overall, my shoulders, neck, and wrists have never been happier. I do a lot of typing and excel work, so having an ergonomic keyboard is necessary. Yes, my coworkers think I'm a nerd because of my keyboard with my mouse in the middle and I so do not care. My last keyboard lasted about 18 months before the space bar gave out. I bought a warranty this time, as I use the keyboard heavily every day. The issue was not with the key part but with the internal button. I do not know enough to fix it on my own :( The buttons do get a little clanky the more you use them. This does not bother me. I will continue to buy these... there does not seem to be anything better out there for the price that isn't also a magical rainbow, which is just not work appropriate for me. Thanks, Kinesis!

Not for me

This wasn't for me. I have a compact Apple keyboard with quiet keys that are barely raised above the surface. So having the split plus the larger keys spaced a little farther apart was just too much. I was always hitting the wrong keys, and it was frustrating. Plus, it didn't seem to ease the tension on my wrists and elbows, which is why I had gotten it.

Useful when it works

I wanted to get a (fully) split keyboard. The product here is as described, it allows for about 7 inches of separation between the boards. This will not be fully ergonomic for many people without tenting and without wrist wrests. I The main drawback to this used product was that it didn't work at all when I first got it! I didn't do anything to fix it, I put it into the closet with all my other old keyboards, and when I pulled it out a month ago and plugged it in, all of a sudden it started working. To this day I don't know how it started working again. The feel of the keys is completely normal. It's a membrane keyboard. It takes a bit more effort to press than if you were using a laptop keyboard. In practice I use this for up to 30 minutes at a time on my mobile ... MoreI wanted to get a (fully) split keyboard. The product here is as described, it allows for about 7 inches of separation between the boards. This will not be fully ergonomic for many people without tenting and without wrist wrests. I The main drawback to this used product was that it didn't work at all when I first got it! I didn't do anything to fix it, I put it into the closet with all my other old keyboards, and when I pulled it out a month ago and plugged it in, all of a sudden it started working. To this day I don't know how it started working again. The feel of the keys is completely normal. It's a membrane keyboard. It takes a bit more effort to press than if you were using a laptop keyboard. In practice I use this for up to 30 minutes at a time on my mobile standing desk. When I get tired of standing, I use the laptop on my bed. I type noticeably faster on my laptop keyboard than this. If you have money, and some time, I recommend building your own split keyboard.

great keyboard!

Hi! I've been using a keyboard like this for several years now, ever since I injured my neck. I highly recommend it for anyone with neck and/or shoulder injuries/pain, because you can keep your shoulders in a neutral position, instead of pinching them together or rolling them inward. This is especially true if you are a full-figured/busted women who has to navigate a round body. It puts extra stress on the area and this keyboard helps you customize your desk/keyboard set up to make it as ergonomic as possible. Again, if you have any kind of pain issues in the upper body, I would recommend this. I also recommend using a Contour Roller Mouse pro3 with this. It also allows you to leave your hands in neutral and use either hand to use the mouse.