First Impressions
Keychron positions the Keychron K5 Max Ultra-Slim Keyboard as a premium low profile keyboards, asking $99.99. After 29 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.2 stars. We've ranked it #37 out of 46 in this category. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
What It Feels Like to Type On
The keyboard's exact switch type isn't specified in the product listing, which is unusual at this price point. If switch feel matters to you, it's worth checking the manufacturer's site before ordering. In this price tier, you should expect aluminum top plates, doubleshot or PBT keycaps, and per-key RGB. If those aren't here, the price is hard to justify.
The Numbers
- Brand: Keychron
- Price: $99.99 (well above the $86.40 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.2 of 5.0
- Reviews: 29
- Category rank: #37 of 46 in low profile keyboards
- Cheaper in category: 26 products
- Higher-rated in category: 27 products
- More-reviewed in category: 35 products
From the Reviews
With only 29 reviews, this is a small sample. The 4.2-star average could move significantly as more buyers chime in. Treat the rating as a starting point rather than a verdict.
The Field Around It
At $99.99, the Keychron K5 Max Ultra-Slim Keyboard sits well above the $86.40 category average. 26 options are cheaper and 19 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Arteck Wireless Full Size Keyboard ($33.99, 4.4★, 28,787 reviews). It's $66.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Higher-rated options in this category:
- ASUS ROG Falchion RX Low Profile - $144.49, 4.7★ (239 reviews) · Higher rated
- Keychron K17 Max Ultra-Slim Keyboard - $104.99, 4.6★ (30 reviews) · Higher rated
- Keychron K5 QMK Full Size Keyboard - $89.99, 4.6★ (28 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the ASUS ROG Falchion RX Low Profile at 4.7★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the Redragon BK7114 Low Profile Keyboard at $21.84.
Should You Buy It?
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (look at the spec list), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Bottom Line
6.9/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.