As you consider purchasing an official Apple keyboard, this article will provide a review of all the current options available to you. We will examine the various features of each keyboard and their compatibilities. Regardless of whether you own a Mac or an iPad, there is likely a keyboard that will meet your preferences and requirements.
Made for Mac
In this review, we’ll start by introducing the official Apple keyboards designed for Mac. Nevertheless, if you use an iPad and have similar working preferences, these keyboards might also work for you since they are also compatible.
In the Magic Keyboard family branch, there are two types of keyboards: those with Touch ID and those without, as well as those with a numeric keypad and those without. It’s important to note that keyboards with Touch ID are only compatible with Mac computers with Apple Silicon. If you have a Mac with an Intel processor, you won’t be able to use a keyboard with Touch ID and will have to opt for one without. Here’s the list of keyboards with their official prices from Apple:
- Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and numeric keypad (white): 185 euros
- Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and numeric keypad (black): 205 euros
- Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (without numeric keypad): 159 euros
- Magic Keyboard (without Touch ID and without numeric keypad): 109 euros
- Magic Keyboard with numeric keypad (without Touch ID): 135 euros
As shown, there are a total of five keyboard models available for Mac users to purchase. Notably, opting for the black version of the keyboard, instead of the standard white, results in a 20 euro price increase on the official store. Nevertheless, prices may differ among other retailers.
Made for the iPad
Apple also offers official keyboards designed specifically for iPad models. These keyboards feature a magnetic attachment and are not connected via Bluetooth like the Mac keyboards. It’s important to note that each keyboard is designed for a specific iPad model, so compatibility is crucial when selecting a keyboard. Below is a list of the official iPad keyboards and their corresponding prices from the official Apple Store. However, prices may vary from other retailers. If you’re interested in purchasing one, links are available for your convenience.
- Magic Keyboard Folio for the 10th generation iPad: 299 euros
- Magic Keyboard for the 11″ iPad Pro (4th gen.) and iPad Air (5th gen.): 369 euros
- Magic Keyboard for the 12.9″ iPad Pro (6th gen.): 429 euros
- Smart Keyboard Folio for the 11″ iPad Pro (4th gen.) and iPad Air (5th gen.): 219 euros
- Smart Keyboard Folio for the 12.9″ iPad Pro (6th gen.): 249 euros
- Smart Keyboard for the 9th generation iPad: 199 euros
The Smart Keyboard and Magic Keyboard keyboards for iPad have different designs and features. While the Smart Keyboard has a more traditional design with only the keyboard, the Magic Keyboard comes with a trackpad and allows for more freedom of movement thanks to its base construction (for iPad Pro and Air) or two-piece design (as in the case of Magic Keyboard Folio for the 10th-generation iPad), which resembles the Surface.