I’m looking to replace my Logitech Wave with an ergonomic mechanical keyboard and would appreciate any recommendations from the community here.

Prefer cherry brown or red switches and a single piece design (not a fan of the 2-piece keyboards). Also prefer a number pad though not required as I can always add one separately if needed.

  • succulentaloe@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    I took a gamble on the Moonlander by zsa. It’s expensive but a really nice keyboard and instantly helped wrist aches and pains from long days developing.

    There are alternatives that are cheaper, and even DIY ones which are cool too - but if you want a prebuilt split ergo I highly recommend it.

    Took me roughly 1-2 days heavy use to get used to it and I’ve never looked back - I’m a huge fan of the ortholinear (technically columnar on moonlander) layout, it really does make natural sense imo with less finger movements laterally at awkward angles.

    Happy to answer any Qs

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      1 year ago

      This is the answer imo if you have the budget. This completely cured my carpal tunnel. Opened up my shoulders, let me get better posture and it’s a dream for people who like to tinker with tech

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    1 year ago

    I’m a big fan of my Ultimate Hacking Keyboard, had one since the original crowdfunding campaign. I think 5 or 6 years now.

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      1 year ago

      Very cool design; how well do they stay put on the desk? My last split keyboard would nudge slowly during use and had to be moved back which I found annoying.

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        1 year ago

        I’ve never had a problem with that, there are some pretty tacky rubber feet on the bottom

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      1 year ago

      The Advantage 2 looks pretty good; bit pricey though I expected as much. Thank you!

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        1 year ago

        Ayy that was my post. I ended up going with the Moonlander and am trying out the Colemak-DH layout. Definitely not up to speed from my qwerty layout.

        I do really enjoy it though and have been tinkering with different strategies like tap-dance and home row mods for modifier keys.

        Ben Vallack has been a great resource in determining what’s what in the ergo keyboard space.

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    1 year ago

    If you happen to have wide shoulders get a split keyboard.

  • Hundun@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    I use Ferris Sweep. It’s an ergo-split with a vertical key stagger, 34 keys, low profile. Open source, you can assemble it wired, or with some nice!nano controllers and batteries - completely wireless.

    If you’re not into soldering and flashing controllers, you can order it pre-made from crafty persons on the internets.

    I started using it because most other keyboards give me wrist pain due to a medical issue I have. 34 keys might be tight for most people, but if you’re ok with configuring some layers, you’ll be good.

  • Snapz@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    Not pretty, but Kenesis (sp?) is the winner. Tried many available options through work, stuck with their design for years now.