Macally Wired Keyboard: At a Glance
Priced at $59.99, the Macally Wired Keyboard is Macally's entry in the keyboards category. With 67 buyers rating it at 4.4 stars, it currently sits at #51 of 59 in our rankings. 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.
Construction & Key Action
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. The price range here typically gets you a sturdier frame and PBT keycaps that resist shine over time, which is a meaningful upgrade over budget tier.
One feature owners single out about the Macally Wired Keyboard: "Backlit keys".
Specs at a Glance
- Brand: Macally
- Price: $59.99 (well above the $31.33 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.4 of 5.0
- Reviews: 67
- Category rank: #51 of 59 in keyboards
- Cheaper in category: 52 products
- Higher-rated in category: 23 products
- More-reviewed in category: 50 products
Real-World Feedback
A 4.4-star average from 67 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- Dual interface
- Backlit keys
Common complaints:
- Not wireless
- Limited customization
What Else to Consider
At $59.99, the Macally Wired Keyboard sits well above the $31.33 category average. 52 options are cheaper and 6 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Keyboard ($29.99, 4.4★, 38,955 reviews). It's $30.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Cheaper alternatives worth a look:
- ONIKUMA GAMING Wireless Keyboard - $28.99, 4.8★ (37 reviews) · Better on both axes
- seenda Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard - $25.99, 4.8★ (11 reviews) · Better on both axes
- HeengYanson Backlit Keyboard - $25.99, 4.7★ (323 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the ONIKUMA GAMING Wireless Keyboard at 4.8★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the Kadaon USB Numeric Keypad 18 Keys at $7.49.
Who Should Get This
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (dual interface or backlit keys), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Best fit for:
- Buyers who want RGB or aesthetic features
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Dual interface
- Backlit keys
Cons:
- Not wireless
- Limited customization
The Verdict
6.7/10
Functional, mid-pack option. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing pushing it above the better-ranked alternatives either.