Thanks for the review. I have been using this one for over 5 years and still in play. Never had it go for a swim either. My go-to keyboard. I have covered it with stickers but nonetheless, the absolute best in my book. The feel is second to none I have ever tried. I have so so so many tech things and a lot of keyboards. This by far is also my favorite. Thanks for the review.
Perfect review. So many videos don't include typing sounds, and it's one of my biggest issue with choosing the right keyboard. This sounds great and looks like a superb choice. Thank you!
I had mine over 6 years! I do use it every day all day long. Now i had some problems with the keys on the numeric pad. Not a difficult choice for a new one! I bought exactly the same one! Great stuff from logitech!
I love this keyboard. I've been using this model for years to code and must have bought 5 or 6 (one for home, one for office, some destroyed through spillages, some for backup). It has a really light touch, the low profile is great and the layout is, for me, pretty 'standard'. Thanks for sharing.
Same here, been using it daily for years. Some keys started to fail and letters where fading from heavy use. Stupidly I decided to try something else... Man.. I really miss the K740... But, the Logi MX is out now, it looks similar to the K740 but it has way more options like switching between devices and optional wireless. Think i'm gonna try that one.
This keyboard is really great indeed. Very quiet, great typing experience. For me, it's got the perfect tactile feedback, key force, travel distance and key spacing. I have been using it both at work (coding) and at home for like 8 years and they do last with good care. I have sometimes opened mines up for a good dusting/cleaning and they are good for a few more years. Recently I have been trying other keyboards, including mechanical ones, to see if I can find something wireless and even better but I keep coming back to this one. Seeing how Logitech keeps this product unchanged for so long (12 years?), it must sell quite well. Best kept secret!
thank you so much for this review, its exactly what i needed! i wanted find a desktop keyboard that feels as nice to type on as my thinkpad t420, and your review tells me exactly that this is the one ive been looking for! and i wanted a review from someoke who really knows and loved keyboards, and you obviously do! thank you! im going to buy it right away! :)
it arrived yesterday and it was love at first sight!! i couldnt be happier with it and it makes me happy each time i type!! thank you for your review :) 👍
I spend a lot of time on keyboards. I like the K740 as one of the best I have ever used. I also tried the Keylogic keyboards which are very expensive. They are also very good, but I still keep coming back to the K740. I like the way it lights up in a low lit room.
Thanks for the gr8 review. I just find the Insert button in odd position :). I use it a lot in copying/pasting with ctrl/shift keys. I got a couple of questions, 1) does the backlight of the keys go on sleep mode when you don't use it for certain time? 2) does the Numlock key have a light indicator?
I love this keyboard. I bough mine for 2 years and its still running perfect. My downside would be the price. I wish it was cheaper like 40 bucks :( But honestly, since the first one is still running, I think it's worth the $50-60
I'm on my third Logitech k740. last one the spacebar gave out after my son used it for gaming for a few yrs. and the one before that my son was little & popped off a few keys. I bought it because it's a scissor switch keyboard so it's supposed to be quiet. The one I bought yesterday which I'm using now, for some reason isn't as quiet & is slightly clanky, not as soft when the keys bottom out, not sure if they changed something. I heard there's ways to make it quieter but not sure if I need to look into it & trying to remove scissor switch keys & replace them isn't easy. . but it's definitely quieter than a mechanical keyboard & finding a scissor switch that lights up is difficult where I live.
Hi Isaac, I watched your dell KM717 in which you shower it with praise. Which of these 2 will you recommend for someone looking for that soft, tiny travel, effortless laptop-style typing? I imagine this k740 has a longer key-travel when compared to the dell right? Also, how is the spacebar of this Logitech, soft or noise/stubborn to register keystroke?
Solid review, I agree about this one completely. I’ve probably tried 10-15 different keyboards in the 4 years I’ve been in the adult working world (always just used the laptop keyboard from college and all prior years). Multiple mechanicals (including the latest Logitech K845 with cherry blues), Microsoft ergonomic, das, Logitech mx keys, Apple wired, Apple magic w/keypad, and a few generic mouse/keyboard Logitech combos. Finally decided I wanted something wired + illuminated and this was basically all Logitech offered besides the K845 mechanical. Absolutely love it, a year later I’m buying two more; one for my home windows setup and one for my iMac. It claims to not support Mac but I tested it and everything worked including volume and screen brightness. All I had to do was calibrate what was next to each shift button and it was good to go. Literally could not ask for more from a keyboard, I’ll keep buying these as long as they’re available. I hope their low popularity doesn’t get them discontinued eventually. The only downside to this keyboard is that it took me so long to find it, I have probably 11 keyboards in my closet collecting dust, lol.
Haha I'm so sorry it took that long to find this gem. But yes it's truly the best keyboard that nobody knows. Or maybe slowly they'll know about it? Not sure. Important thing is that Logitech should keep producing this guy!
I've been using this keyboard for so many years I'm not even sure how long ago I switched to it. I've gone through two, but only because I spilled a drink on my first not long afterni got it. The 2nd lasted many years of both work and playing daily long hours of world of warcraft. That one finally died, so I just ordered another. I love it.
It`s an fantastic Keyboard for long typing sessions, great building quality, feels great and is super quiet on typing, looks great espacially when led`s on
Just received this keyboard and it's even better than I thought it would be. It's an aluminium / magnesium alloy housing; pretty heavy and sturdy. Typing is very comfortable. I'm very happy I returned the Corsair K55, which is nowhere near the same league as this keyboard.
Haha yes. Welcome to the K740! It is amazing keyboard that I can truly recommend. And it will be comfortable and perfect for office use as long as you take care of the fragile keys. I hope you enjoy it for a really long time!
did they fix the issue of not being able to jump while sprinting on this keyboard? Pressing W and shift works, but then pressing the spacebar while the previous two buttons are pressed and the space bar wouldnt register, making your character unable to jump.
Been using this keyboard since its release for everything... work, and intense gaming. I've tried other keyboards, and none have swayed me, I've always come back to this. I have like a stack of 5 in my supply closet D; I've even spilled some water on this current one that I'm typing on, expecting to have to pull a new one out, but it didn't affect it D; I remember one time (maybe 8 yrs ago?) same thing happened and some of the keys died. Not sure if they worked on that over the years, but it seems like it. The only thing is I wish they made a wireless version (not k800), but don't change anything else. Also wish the F keys were lit.
I've had the previous version (Y-UY95) for about 15 years and it's still holding strong. I was looking to buy one for my office and found out it had been replaced by this one.
I just replaced my 9 year old Logitech K740 with this new version.....I'm back in love again.as some of the keys on the old one were not responding over time....had to double tap and double proof read every thing, just upgraded to the newer version and I'm in love again. Same real estate, but new Logitech logo and backlite seems brighter (a good thing) it's got 3 levels of adjustment. My love for this keyboard is alive and kicking once again. Thanks Logitech !!
Yes! The newer versions are nice. This keyboard is really something, isn't it? As I said, just make it exactly the same and wireless and for bonus points, good for gaming, and I'd use this all day. But still without those features, this keyboard is unique and special. Glad you got another one!
@@IBKade I actually just re-purchased one last week. I spilled a gigantic drink on my old, original one and S, W and 2 became unreliable (sometimes worked sometimes didn't without repeatedly pressing). Possibly it could have been fixed, I dunno. I'm extra careful with beverages now. :)
@@IBKade I love this keyboard, but I would say the build quality is less than stellar. They do wear out for me in a couple years. But I like them so much that I keep buying them.
Do you know what the key rollover is on this keyboard? I recently bought a keyboard but had to return it because "x" would not register while holding down "W + A" or "W + D".
I agree with you. I have tried all kinds but this is bt far the best and only one keyboard that is the most quiet and the ultimate. I used it for 4 years and i can no longer buy it in the country I live now. It can never go wrong and if i could, i would buy another one of this again. Once you use this, you can never be satisfied with other ones. It is like drug.
I think I have this one. There's no "K740" anywhere on it. On the back side, it says Model Name Y-UY95. The wrist rest just holds dust like crazy and doesn't just wipe away. Had mine for more than 7 years. The keys don't light up as bright as they used to. Looks like the keys that get used the most are dimmer. I was thinking of getting the wireless K800 But I feel a wired keyboard would have more power for the backlight. I'll probably try the K800 anyway. The keys did seem brighter than the 740's even when the 740 was new. I just don't care for the way the light goes out on the K800 after a few seconds of not typing.
Ive had mine for over 10 years everything still function. maybe the feet on the back rub off. its really hard to think about to replacing it. There isnt really anything that match up or rivals it. actually think of getting another one and never opening it as the prices for it raises.
I still use the old model Y-UY95, which physically looks exactly the same. I bought it in 2007, that means it is 15 years old!!! It did several movings with me from different cities and even different countries, and right now is the one I'm writing with. It's sooooooo durable, silent, and comfortable to write as the keys are super slim. Just the backlight started not to be as powerful as it was when was new, but that's it. I'm planning to buy the K740 at some point, or a new model if this guy survives to the next generation. :D Yes, it is not waterproof, but to sort the problem of the food that could drop inside, keep in mind that it is possible to remove the keys. Just be very careful, watch video tutorials before doing anything, and don't lose any little parts, as under each key are two small white plastic parts that need to be in a specific position, and without them, the key doesn't stand up. Also, it's possible to buy spare keys on eBay or other websites. :) I definitely love this keyboard, I spent my life pressing those keys, and apart from the monitors, this guy is the one I see the most. :P Its companion is the Logitech G3 Laser Mouse, super comfortable and with a good quantity of buttons to help you do whatever you want.
Thanks for your comment! Sorry for getting back to you a little late but you're right. This is one heck of a keyboard and one of my favorite to this day and I use it everyday! I just hope mine lasts another decade as finding these are getting harder and harder so one day it might be totally gone. =(
I bought this keyboard 2 times.. I use it for gaming and work! But beware.. if you get angry when you loose in games, you will loose buttons! Im here because im thinking about getting the 3 one!
This keyboard is well worth the price at $59 now. It is easy to type on. It is very smooth. It doesn't feel cheap. The keys light up, not that backlit illuminated crap where the keys are difficult to read. You can chose how bright you want them or not at all and you can still read the keys easily when it is not on, provided you have a decent overhead lamp. Plus it is a nice white, not all those useless colors. It is relatively quiet too. It has some click but too much. Great keyboard.
@nicho5678 : I was able to get 2 on ebay as seller refurbished for $34.99 recently but they are sold out. He had 62 of them. They work fine and look fairly new. I just like that the letters light up. I hate backlighting. I just looked on ebay now and wow are they expensive now. They aren't worth no $159. I wouldn't pay that. They are crazy expensive on Amazon. $249. Who would pay that?
Mine broke after 6 years of above-average use, pretty sturdy for what it went through with me. Then, I tried using a mechanical keyboard. About 5 months in, I begin to experience pain in my wrists. So I searched for the thinnest mechanical keyboard out there but guess what, nothing comes close to this ~9mm masterpiece. Well, it looks like I am getting another one, maybe two, because this video of yours cemented my opinion in to fact, that the K740 may just be the best keyboard of all time.
Yes and this is the truth. The K740 is the best typing keyboard out there once you use it for a while. And I've tried a ton of keyboards for reviews. Even now I'm testing an expensive Razer Analog V2 mechanical keyboard that JUST came out and when it comes to typing, the K740 has this comfort I can't describe. So best get 2 and save one because one day these will be depleted lol. Logitech needs to just release an exact wireless one called K740w. That's all I ask logitech.
Funny, I have been using this keyboard for about 15 years and I tend to eat and spill coffee and crumbs on keyboards so I have gone through about 10 of these - perhaps more - over the years. NOTHING and I mean nothing, even comes close to the ergonomics, look and feel of this product. The backlighting is a big bonus. I have to admit I am trying out the new Mx and it isn't bad but the K740 has spoiled me for any other keyboard.
It definitely is not for everyone. But it looks nice and feels like a good laptop keyboard. I have one at home and I am going to replace the terrible keyboard they provided me at work with this one as well.
I'm on my 3rd or 4th K740. For programming and writing a lot, there is no other keyboard I have found that feels as good. BUT it has one huge drawback. The key mechanism is fragile. After a few hundred or so hours of use or a heavy bump, a key will come loose, and in trying to reattach it, I will usually screw up and break a tab on the delicate scissors mechanism or on the underside of the key. Getting a new key is too expensive, so I'll buy a new keyboard. It FINALLY occurred to me to harvest the keys from my last K740 and save them for when a key goes out on my new one. One other thing, the wrist pad coating is really nice - - while it lasts. I spilled some wine on a year old K740 and it turned to sticky gunk. If that happens, buy some thin rubber sheet and glue it on it. Lastly, be careful with the thin USB cord. I lost one K740 for that reason.
Used this keyboard for the last 14 years or something. Still my favourite ❤ but looking for something new like the g915. Some keys have gone wobbly over time, in total I had 4 of them. First one had a malfunctioning key, 2nd got used so much that the top layer disappeared, 3rd wrong layout, 4th still alive. The keyboard has probably been featured in my videos for like 200 times cause I also use it for gaming
@@IBKade my enter, arrow up keys are wobbly. Probably broke a piece of stabilising plastic. My gamekeys are still in ok condition, the top layer is starting to wear again. Actually, it still is my most expensive keyboard to date...70eu used to be a lot for an office keyboard back in 2008. Now I have to spend 200 for some cloned mechanical switches cause it's the only one I'm interested in..low profile stuff is niche I guess
Great keyboard but as reviewer says DO NOT eat anything near this keyboard because dirt, dust, fruit juices etc get down between the keys pretty easily. I would eat melon while reading on computer and the keys would just get wrecked. Things like barbecue chicken might be finger lickin good but this keyboard will not take well to such meals. Vaccuming and air blasting keys don't always work too well. Its hard to rescue the board once its been slopped-up. A spilled soda or coffee on keys is almost certain death. Put some plastic over keys if you eat next to it. I would also advise keeping keyboard covered when not in use. If gaming, do not rage quit or anything on this board because keys can pop-off or break. I've owned 4 or 5 of these and can only keep them going clean for 3 years or so. But its the only keyboard my fat fingers can handle
Get 'em while they last... used ones are going for premium prices. Quite repairable as well. There are a few good repair videos on UA-cam. Rescued one from a full drink spill.
I'm typing on this keyboard that I've owned for over 5 years now. It's definitely one of the better keyboards I've owned but I have a few complaints about it. One, the keys have become too slick and it's more difficult to type on now than when it was newer. Second, I find that the pressure needed per key is a little too much again slowing down typing. Other than those two complaints, it's a great keyboard. Almost silent.
@@IBKade Thanks Isaac. I'm actually looking at the wired version of the 915 which is the 815 with the linear keys. It's a bit pricy so I'm looking for the excuse to pull the trigger on the purchase.
I bought this keyboard when backlit was a gimmick, but it was important to me for typing in a low light environment. I paid 50€ when a normal keyboard cost 10€, just to have backlit. The silicone texture on the palm rest is already gone from use, but I've had the keyboard now for 10 years without any relevant issue. d now I realise what a good buy I made. The volume and light buttons are a plus. I'm already worried of what would I get if this keyboard dies suddenly.
@@IBKadeI try to keep it as clean as I can. Also I type a lot, but I'm not a hard typer at all. Or maybe it was just a good build. About getting the same model, they are selling it now for the triple of the price I payed back then, so I would preferably go for an updated model.
@@IBKade It is weird, because a few days ago I started to inform myself about keyboards, in the fear that this keyboard would die of age, hahaha, and I wouldn't want to get just any keyboard with good reviews. I want something similar and not overpriced as mechanicals are getting.
@@IBKade Thanks for the prompt response. I just came back from Best Buy to compare the K740 with the K800. Unfortunately they didn't have displays for either. Looks like they may be discontinuing them. And they were out of stock on the K800. However, they did have the 740. So I picked it up based on your recommendation. This keyboard feels great. So much more comfortable than my RGB mechanical keyboard. I also got tired of the clickety-clack everytime used it. Especially at night. The wife's complaining was annoying. So thanks again. Liked and subbed. Happy New Years.
Maybe Logitech made some changes, or maybe y'all getting five and six years out of these things don't type much, but I'm on my fourth unit, and on each, the E, T, and (to a lesser degree) the R keys all wear through, and the letters become unreadable. There's also an area worn through on the spacebar. Logitech no longer makes this keyboard, nor do they supply replacement keycaps, si I've moved to a G513. WAY more keyboard than I need, and not as nice as the K740, but the only one I could find in the layout I wanted with textile keys. This one is much louder, though, than the K740, so I'm thinking about trading for one with Linear keys. The K740 was a perfect keyboard IMO, except for the wear-through issue.
I love the k740 and I see why so many do. I do type daily for work and have used this keyboard solely but so far no wear. I honestly think everyone is so different in how they type and the force they use plus the oils in our hands and these things cause same keyboards to wear out faster. Or it could be a faulty unit as well. So many variables. Thanks for your comment sir!
Logitech must be paying your car bill for a review like that...You really went over the top on that review.. so over the top that I just ordered one after your review.. ..it better be THAT good. ...lol
Lol, I wish they paid me. No this is just me talking. Every product I review is my own opinion and I have not been paid. This way if a better keyboard comes around, I will gladly recommend the new awesome keyboard I found.
The K740 is the best keyboard that I've ever used. It's keys are easy on the hands...and that's important if you're writing all day long. Cheap mechanical keyboards tend to make my finger joints hurt. I first noticed this years ago when I was buying cheap mechanical keyboards. The cure was a better keyboard. Definitely get a backlit keyboard. You'll thank yourself many times over. You don't need to reduce the ambient light much to be blinded by your display brightness to the point of hunting for a particular key combination...and I'm a touch typist. So, normally, you'd think reduced lighting wouldn't cause any issues...but you'd be wrong. Be especially careful to buy a laptop with a lighted keyboard. I'll never buy another one that doesn't have a lighted keyboard, even to the point of buying a second or third tier processor. Yes, you can break the K740...it's not a mechanical keyboard...it's not meant for you to bang on the keys. I've seen guys at work literally punch the keys with enough force to drive nails. No, this keyboard will not stand up to that kind of usage. So, beware.
This is simply what I believe as well and why I made this video. The K740 is a legend and nothing in the market is similar to typing on it especially for office work. Once you know, you flow. I just wish Logitech made an exact same replica with wireless, but that won't probably happen. And the backlit makes it double great. Take care of yours and it'll take care of you. You do need to be gentle with it.
I did and typing on it was not as pleasant as this one and I returned it. If I remember there was also more noise from the metal construction and maybe a desk pad would help with that.
@@IBKade I was surprised by that too but the K740 is actually closer to mechanical switches in terms of travel distance. It is a very comfortable travel distance. When trying different keyboards after using the K740 for years, I find it more difficult to adjust to the shallower switches (like the MX keys and low profile mechanicals) than the regular mechanical ones (usually 4mm, some 3.6-3.7mm).
I want to say that you are wrong. This isn't just any kind of office keyboard. This keyboard was carefully picked when I bought it many years ago and there are hardly any kind of keyboards with the silence of typing. I bought two of these when they were still just "Illuminated Keyboard" by Logitech. Now it is the K740. This is one of the best keyboards ever made by Logitech.
@@IBKade I'm glad you made a video of it. I now know Logitech still makes it and it's cheaper at $60 in amazon. I bought this keyboard when it was still being sold at $90-$100 back in 2012
its good but not conveniently comfortable because its wired. you can't sit on your sofa and type. logi K800 is wireless, backlit and has same keyboard design flatter keys, these types of keyboards are called membrane keyboards.
@@IBKade Hey. Just hooked up the keyboard and I love it. Keys are soft and the back lighting is great. Is the clear edge supposed to be around the keyboard?
Be careful with this key board. The keys tend to get knocked off easily & self repair is very difficult. After less than a year I had to get a new board for that reason. Also the wrist pad is not removable.
So, this keyboard isn't wireless? That's ridiculous if it isn't. I currently have the K800 (2010) model. Yes, its 12 years old, obviously discontinued, and now it is finally starting to break down and will be needing a replacement. The K800 was the best keyboard - BY FAR - that I have ever owned and just want to get something similar.
Set speed for 1.25
thank you so much hahaha
bless you mate
u saved me
I owe you 2 minutes of my life.
LMAO. Thanks. Video could have been like 3 min, instead of 8:25.
Thanks for the review. I have been using this one for over 5 years and still in play. Never had it go for a swim either. My go-to keyboard. I have covered it with stickers but nonetheless, the absolute best in my book. The feel is second to none I have ever tried. I have so so so many tech things and a lot of keyboards. This by far is also my favorite. Thanks for the review.
Perfect review. So many videos don't include typing sounds, and it's one of my biggest issue with choosing the right keyboard. This sounds great and looks like a superb choice. Thank you!
@@IBKade I ordered it already, can't wait to use it! :)
Hello, Did you use the keyboard? does it have a longlife?
I had mine over 6 years! I do use it every day all day long. Now i had some problems with the keys on the numeric pad. Not a difficult choice for a new one! I bought exactly the same one! Great stuff from logitech!
I love this keyboard. I've been using this model for years to code and must have bought 5 or 6 (one for home, one for office, some destroyed through spillages, some for backup). It has a really light touch, the low profile is great and the layout is, for me, pretty 'standard'. Thanks for sharing.
Same here, been using it daily for years. Some keys started to fail and letters where fading from heavy use. Stupidly I decided to try something else... Man.. I really miss the K740... But, the Logi MX is out now, it looks similar to the K740 but it has way more options like switching between devices and optional wireless. Think i'm gonna try that one.
I'm so glad you made this video, because I'm looking for a keyboard just like this, thanks!!!
This keyboard is really great indeed. Very quiet, great typing experience. For me, it's got the perfect tactile feedback, key force, travel distance and key spacing.
I have been using it both at work (coding) and at home for like 8 years and they do last with good care.
I have sometimes opened mines up for a good dusting/cleaning and they are good for a few more years.
Recently I have been trying other keyboards, including mechanical ones, to see if I can find something wireless and even better but I keep coming back to this one.
Seeing how Logitech keeps this product unchanged for so long (12 years?), it must sell quite well. Best kept secret!
thank you so much for this review, its exactly what i needed! i wanted find a desktop keyboard that feels as nice to type on as my thinkpad t420, and your review tells me exactly that this is the one ive been looking for! and i wanted a review from someoke who really knows and loved keyboards, and you obviously do! thank you! im going to buy it right away! :)
it arrived yesterday and it was love at first sight!! i couldnt be happier with it and it makes me happy each time i type!! thank you for your review :) 👍
Nice clear review. Helped me make up my mind... thanks
I spend a lot of time on keyboards. I like the K740 as one of the best I have ever used. I also tried the Keylogic keyboards which are very expensive. They are also very good, but I still keep coming back to the K740. I like the way it lights up in a low lit room.
Thanks for the gr8 review.
I just find the Insert button in odd position :). I use it a lot in copying/pasting with ctrl/shift keys.
I got a couple of questions, 1) does the backlight of the keys go on sleep mode when you don't use it for certain time? 2) does the Numlock key have a light indicator?
I love this keyboard. I bough mine for 2 years and its still running perfect. My downside would be the price. I wish it was cheaper like 40 bucks :( But honestly, since the first one is still running, I think it's worth the $50-60
I'm on my third Logitech k740. last one the spacebar gave out after my son used it for gaming for a few yrs. and the one before that my son was little & popped off a few keys. I bought it because it's a scissor switch keyboard so it's supposed to be quiet. The one I bought yesterday which I'm using now, for some reason isn't as quiet & is slightly clanky, not as soft when the keys bottom out, not sure if they changed something. I heard there's ways to make it quieter but not sure if I need to look into it & trying to remove scissor switch keys & replace them isn't easy. . but it's definitely quieter than a mechanical keyboard & finding a scissor switch that lights up is difficult where I live.
Hi Isaac, I watched your dell KM717 in which you shower it with praise. Which of these 2 will you recommend for someone looking for that soft, tiny travel, effortless laptop-style typing? I imagine this k740 has a longer key-travel when compared to the dell right? Also, how is the spacebar of this Logitech, soft or noise/stubborn to register keystroke?
Solid review, I agree about this one completely. I’ve probably tried 10-15 different keyboards in the 4 years I’ve been in the adult working world (always just used the laptop keyboard from college and all prior years). Multiple mechanicals (including the latest Logitech K845 with cherry blues), Microsoft ergonomic, das, Logitech mx keys, Apple wired, Apple magic w/keypad, and a few generic mouse/keyboard Logitech combos. Finally decided I wanted something wired + illuminated and this was basically all Logitech offered besides the K845 mechanical. Absolutely love it, a year later I’m buying two more; one for my home windows setup and one for my iMac. It claims to not support Mac but I tested it and everything worked including volume and screen brightness. All I had to do was calibrate what was next to each shift button and it was good to go. Literally could not ask for more from a keyboard, I’ll keep buying these as long as they’re available. I hope their low popularity doesn’t get them discontinued eventually.
The only downside to this keyboard is that it took me so long to find it, I have probably 11 keyboards in my closet collecting dust, lol.
Haha I'm so sorry it took that long to find this gem. But yes it's truly the best keyboard that nobody knows. Or maybe slowly they'll know about it? Not sure.
Important thing is that Logitech should keep producing this guy!
And they stopped producing it.... I'm devastated. Anyone know of a good replacement? I still have two good ones but I type A LOT...
I've been using this keyboard for so many years I'm not even sure how long ago I switched to it. I've gone through two, but only because I spilled a drink on my first not long afterni got it. The 2nd lasted many years of both work and playing daily long hours of world of warcraft. That one finally died, so I just ordered another. I love it.
It`s an fantastic Keyboard for long typing sessions, great building quality, feels great and is super quiet on typing, looks great espacially when led`s on
Yes I concur. Fantastic best keyboard!
Thanks for the review. Perfect keyboard for me :-)
It's the perfect keyboard. Shh lol
whats the ms of the keyboard?...reaction time
Which is better for programmer typing this it g915?
I love this keyboard. Any idea where I can get another one?
Without paying $270 on eBay?
Just received this keyboard and it's even better than I thought it would be. It's an aluminium / magnesium alloy housing; pretty heavy and sturdy. Typing is very comfortable. I'm very happy I returned the Corsair K55, which is nowhere near the same league as this keyboard.
Haha yes. Welcome to the K740! It is amazing keyboard that I can truly recommend. And it will be comfortable and perfect for office use as long as you take care of the fragile keys. I hope you enjoy it for a really long time!
did they fix the issue of not being able to jump while sprinting on this keyboard? Pressing W and shift works, but then pressing the spacebar while the previous two buttons are pressed and the space bar wouldnt register, making your character unable to jump.
Yep works for me
Been using this keyboard since its release for everything... work, and intense gaming. I've tried other keyboards, and none have swayed me, I've always come back to this. I have like a stack of 5 in my supply closet D;
I've even spilled some water on this current one that I'm typing on, expecting to have to pull a new one out, but it didn't affect it D; I remember one time (maybe 8 yrs ago?) same thing happened and some of the keys died. Not sure if they worked on that over the years, but it seems like it.
The only thing is I wish they made a wireless version (not k800), but don't change anything else.
Also wish the F keys were lit.
I've had the previous version (Y-UY95) for about 15 years and it's still holding strong.
I was looking to buy one for my office and found out it had been replaced by this one.
I just replaced my 9 year old Logitech K740 with this new version.....I'm back in love again.as some of the keys on the old one were not responding over time....had to double tap and double proof read every thing, just upgraded to the newer version and I'm in love again. Same real estate, but new Logitech logo and backlite seems brighter (a good thing) it's got 3 levels of adjustment. My love for this keyboard is alive and kicking once again. Thanks Logitech !!
Yes! The newer versions are nice. This keyboard is really something, isn't it? As I said, just make it exactly the same and wireless and for bonus points, good for gaming, and I'd use this all day. But still without those features, this keyboard is unique and special. Glad you got another one!
I love this keyboard too!
@@IBKade I actually just re-purchased one last week. I spilled a gigantic drink on my old, original one and S, W and 2 became unreliable (sometimes worked sometimes didn't without repeatedly pressing). Possibly it could have been fixed, I dunno. I'm extra careful with beverages now. :)
I had two of them and will buy another one. Best keyboard for work imo
That's right! Thryre the best!
1/15/2021
My K740's function keys are not illuminated. Is there a way to control the illumination for the function keys?
Hmm little confused The function key doesnt get illuminated?
I want this keyboard so bad but it's not available in Australia and Amazon prices are super expensive - even considering the conversion rate
This keyboard is literally amazing
@@IBKade I love this keyboard, but I would say the build quality is less than stellar. They do wear out for me in a couple years. But I like them so much that I keep buying them.
Do you know what the key rollover is on this keyboard? I recently bought a keyboard but had to return it because "x" would not register while holding down "W + A" or "W + D".
I'm not entirely sure but I don't have a problem playing games time to time even though it's not a gaming kb
Do you have the problem of this keyboard that locks the keys of: Shift and space bar when pressing them from the corners ?.
No I do not. It works flawlessly for me even after 2 years.
I agree with you. I have tried all kinds but this is bt far the best and only one keyboard that is the most quiet and the ultimate. I used it for 4 years and i can no longer buy it in the country I live now. It can never go wrong and if i could, i would buy another one of this again. Once you use this, you can never be satisfied with other ones. It is like drug.
Hi Isaac, thank you for the great review, is there an ergonomic (split keyboard) version of this keyboard?
Isaac B Thank you do much for responding.
I like to be silent. But I would also like to use it to play on PC. Can I use it to play? Thank you.
Gaming was not an issue.
I think I have this one. There's no "K740" anywhere on it. On the back side, it says Model Name Y-UY95. The wrist rest just holds dust like crazy and doesn't just wipe away. Had mine for more than 7 years. The keys don't light up as bright as they used to. Looks like the keys that get used the most are dimmer. I was thinking of getting the wireless K800 But I feel a wired keyboard would have more power for the backlight. I'll probably try the K800 anyway. The keys did seem brighter than the 740's even when the 740 was new. I just don't care for the way the light goes out on the K800 after a few seconds of not typing.
@@IBKade The K800 looks very bright and is wireless.
Ive had mine for over 10 years everything still function. maybe the feet on the back rub off. its really hard to think about to replacing it. There isnt really anything that match up or rivals it. actually think of getting another one and never opening it as the prices for it raises.
Yes. This is the best and nothing rivals it. That's a good idea!
Hello. It has been a while. Do you still recommend this keyboard for office typists? Thanks!
Hi there! And yes. Heck yes. I think this keyboard for the office is perfect. I love mine.
I still use the old model Y-UY95, which physically looks exactly the same. I bought it in 2007, that means it is 15 years old!!! It did several movings with me from different cities and even different countries, and right now is the one I'm writing with. It's sooooooo durable, silent, and comfortable to write as the keys are super slim. Just the backlight started not to be as powerful as it was when was new, but that's it. I'm planning to buy the K740 at some point, or a new model if this guy survives to the next generation. :D
Yes, it is not waterproof, but to sort the problem of the food that could drop inside, keep in mind that it is possible to remove the keys. Just be very careful, watch video tutorials before doing anything, and don't lose any little parts, as under each key are two small white plastic parts that need to be in a specific position, and without them, the key doesn't stand up. Also, it's possible to buy spare keys on eBay or other websites. :)
I definitely love this keyboard, I spent my life pressing those keys, and apart from the monitors, this guy is the one I see the most. :P
Its companion is the Logitech G3 Laser Mouse, super comfortable and with a good quantity of buttons to help you do whatever you want.
Thanks for your comment! Sorry for getting back to you a little late but you're right. This is one heck of a keyboard and one of my favorite to this day and I use it everyday! I just hope mine lasts another decade as finding these are getting harder and harder so one day it might be totally gone. =(
@@IBKade Perhaps will be a good idea to buy another before you need it and keep it in the box until then. ;)
Haha this is a good idea. I will have to do just that!
I actually do want a laptop style keyboard for desktop, so thanks for the review.
You're welcome!
I bought this keyboard 2 times.. I use it for gaming and work! But beware.. if you get angry when you loose in games, you will loose buttons! Im here because im thinking about getting the 3 one!
This keyboard is well worth the price at $59 now. It is easy to type on. It is very smooth. It doesn't feel cheap. The keys light up, not that backlit illuminated crap where the keys are difficult to read. You can chose how bright you want them or not at all and you can still read the keys easily when it is not on, provided you have a decent overhead lamp. Plus it is a nice white, not all those useless colors. It is relatively quiet too. It has some click but too much. Great keyboard.
Yup i am so getting this masterpiece.
@nicho5678 : I was able to get 2 on ebay as seller refurbished for $34.99 recently but they are sold out. He had 62 of them. They work fine and look fairly new. I just like that the letters light up. I hate backlighting. I just looked on ebay now and wow are they expensive now. They aren't worth no $159. I wouldn't pay that. They are crazy expensive on Amazon. $249. Who would pay that?
Mine broke after 6 years of above-average use, pretty sturdy for what it went through with me. Then, I tried using a mechanical keyboard. About 5 months in, I begin to experience pain in my wrists. So I searched for the thinnest mechanical keyboard out there but guess what, nothing comes close to this ~9mm masterpiece. Well, it looks like I am getting another one, maybe two, because this video of yours cemented my opinion in to fact, that the K740 may just be the best keyboard of all time.
Yes and this is the truth. The K740 is the best typing keyboard out there once you use it for a while. And I've tried a ton of keyboards for reviews. Even now I'm testing an expensive Razer Analog V2 mechanical keyboard that JUST came out and when it comes to typing, the K740 has this comfort I can't describe. So best get 2 and save one because one day these will be depleted lol. Logitech needs to just release an exact wireless one called K740w. That's all I ask logitech.
does the rubber coating on the palm rest deteriorate and get sticky?
Nope. I mean mine is fine and no detoriation yet to get sticky
Funny, I have been using this keyboard for about 15 years and I tend to eat and spill coffee and crumbs on keyboards so I have gone through about 10 of these - perhaps more - over the years. NOTHING and I mean nothing, even comes close to the ergonomics, look and feel of this product. The backlighting is a big bonus. I have to admit I am trying out the new Mx and it isn't bad but the K740 has spoiled me for any other keyboard.
It definitely is not for everyone. But it looks nice and feels like a good laptop keyboard. I have one at home and I am going to replace the terrible keyboard they provided me at work with this one as well.
For future reference, when doing a keyboard review, try typing/hitting the keys without talking over the actual sound of the keys.
I'm on my 3rd or 4th K740. For programming and writing a lot, there is no other keyboard I have found that feels as good. BUT it has one huge drawback. The key mechanism is fragile. After a few hundred or so hours of use or a heavy bump, a key will come loose, and in trying to reattach it, I will usually screw up and break a tab on the delicate scissors mechanism or on the underside of the key. Getting a new key is too expensive, so I'll buy a new keyboard. It FINALLY occurred to me to harvest the keys from my last K740 and save them for when a key goes out on my new one. One other thing, the wrist pad coating is really nice - - while it lasts. I spilled some wine on a year old K740 and it turned to sticky gunk. If that happens, buy some thin rubber sheet and glue it on it. Lastly, be careful with the thin USB cord. I lost one K740 for that reason.
Yes this keyboard is very nice to use. Im still on my 1st one so we'll see how long it lasts haha
Used to be the Y-UY95 - I've been using this keyboard since 2008
Wow that one must be true classic. Don't u love it?
found one for 3€ in a charity shop. good purchase. retiring my low profile coolermaster mechanical keyboard
Used this keyboard for the last 14 years or something. Still my favourite ❤ but looking for something new like the g915.
Some keys have gone wobbly over time, in total I had 4 of them. First one had a malfunctioning key, 2nd got used so much that the top layer disappeared, 3rd wrong layout, 4th still alive. The keyboard has probably been featured in my videos for like 200 times cause I also use it for gaming
This is almost the perfect keyboard. Hasn't broke once on me yet thank goodness but I can see how it can be fragile
@@IBKade my enter, arrow up keys are wobbly. Probably broke a piece of stabilising plastic. My gamekeys are still in ok condition, the top layer is starting to wear again. Actually, it still is my most expensive keyboard to date...70eu used to be a lot for an office keyboard back in 2008. Now I have to spend 200 for some cloned mechanical switches cause it's the only one I'm interested in..low profile stuff is niche I guess
@@IBKade ut will be good for video editing
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@@IBKade It* correction
Please...if someone know where i might buy k740 ,jus let me know,i love this keybord,but i cant find it :(
Doesn't the Logitech website have them again?
@@IBKade i just check it,but no,but i will be watch this site :)
Great keyboard but as reviewer says DO NOT eat anything near this keyboard because dirt, dust, fruit juices etc get down between the keys pretty easily. I would eat melon while reading on computer and the keys would just get wrecked. Things like barbecue chicken might be finger lickin good but this keyboard will not take well to such meals. Vaccuming and air blasting keys don't always work too well. Its hard to rescue the board once its been slopped-up. A spilled soda or coffee on keys is almost certain death. Put some plastic over keys if you eat next to it. I would also advise keeping keyboard covered when not in use. If gaming, do not rage quit or anything on this board because keys can pop-off or break. I've owned 4 or 5 of these and can only keep them going clean for 3 years or so. But its the only keyboard my fat fingers can handle
Need to take care of this keyboard. Thats the truth!
Get 'em while they last... used ones are going for premium prices. Quite repairable as well. There are a few good repair videos on UA-cam. Rescued one from a full drink spill.
Hi! can you change backlit color?
@@IBKade thanks)
I'm typing on this keyboard that I've owned for over 5 years now. It's definitely one of the better keyboards I've owned but I have a few complaints about it. One, the keys have become too slick and it's more difficult to type on now than when it was newer. Second, I find that the pressure needed per key is a little too much again slowing down typing. Other than those two complaints, it's a great keyboard. Almost silent.
@@IBKade Thanks Isaac. I'm actually looking at the wired version of the 915 which is the 815 with the linear keys. It's a bit pricy so I'm looking for the excuse to pull the trigger on the purchase.
I think I've been using this for 8 years or more, mine has old skool logitech logo on the bottom instead of that new font style.
@@IBKade I spilt half a cup of tea on the numpad, wiped it down and it still works fine xD
Did you ever plug it in to anything? I can't tell.
No I did not.
I bought this keyboard when backlit was a gimmick, but it was important to me for typing in a low light environment. I paid 50€ when a normal keyboard cost 10€, just to have backlit.
The silicone texture on the palm rest is already gone from use, but I've had the keyboard now for 10 years without any relevant issue. d now I realise what a good buy I made. The volume and light buttons are a plus. I'm already worried of what would I get if this keyboard dies suddenly.
That's amazing that it's worked for you all these years. you must've really taken care of it. However if it breaks, can't you just buy a new one?
@@IBKadeI try to keep it as clean as I can. Also I type a lot, but I'm not a hard typer at all. Or maybe it was just a good build. About getting the same model, they are selling it now for the triple of the price I payed back then, so I would preferably go for an updated model.
@@IBKade It is weird, because a few days ago I started to inform myself about keyboards, in the fear that this keyboard would die of age, hahaha, and I wouldn't want to get just any keyboard with good reviews. I want something similar and not overpriced as mechanicals are getting.
Yes its the best out there
Would you recommend this one over the K800?
@@IBKade Thanks for the prompt response. I just came back from Best Buy to compare the K740 with the K800. Unfortunately they didn't have displays for either. Looks like they may be discontinuing them. And they were out of stock on the K800. However, they did have the 740. So I picked it up based on your recommendation. This keyboard feels great. So much more comfortable than my RGB mechanical keyboard. I also got tired of the clickety-clack everytime used it. Especially at night. The wife's complaining was annoying. So thanks again. Liked and subbed. Happy New Years.
@@IBKade Thanks for the additional tips. Not all heroes wear capes!
Maybe Logitech made some changes, or maybe y'all getting five and six years out of these things don't type much, but I'm on my fourth unit, and on each, the E, T, and (to a lesser degree) the R keys all wear through, and the letters become unreadable. There's also an area worn through on the spacebar. Logitech no longer makes this keyboard, nor do they supply replacement keycaps, si I've moved to a G513. WAY more keyboard than I need, and not as nice as the K740, but the only one I could find in the layout I wanted with textile keys. This one is much louder, though, than the K740, so I'm thinking about trading for one with Linear keys. The K740 was a perfect keyboard IMO, except for the wear-through issue.
I love the k740 and I see why so many do. I do type daily for work and have used this keyboard solely but so far no wear. I honestly think everyone is so different in how they type and the force they use plus the oils in our hands and these things cause same keyboards to wear out faster. Or it could be a faulty unit as well. So many variables. Thanks for your comment sir!
that tall delete key is deal breaker for me.
Logitech must be paying your car bill for a review like that...You really went over the top on that review.. so over the top that I just ordered one after your review.. ..it better be THAT good. ...lol
Lol, I wish they paid me. No this is just me talking. Every product I review is my own opinion and I have not been paid. This way if a better keyboard comes around, I will gladly recommend the new awesome keyboard I found.
What about that weird insert/delete key layout? Deal breaker right there.
Haha I see what you mean. Now if you use the delete key a lot its even better. It's very big and easy to push! And typing on this is still a dream.
The K740 is the best keyboard that I've ever used. It's keys are easy on the hands...and that's important if you're writing all day long. Cheap mechanical keyboards tend to make my finger joints hurt. I first noticed this years ago when I was buying cheap mechanical keyboards. The cure was a better keyboard.
Definitely get a backlit keyboard. You'll thank yourself many times over. You don't need to reduce the ambient light much to be blinded by your display brightness to the point of hunting for a particular key combination...and I'm a touch typist. So, normally, you'd think reduced lighting wouldn't cause any issues...but you'd be wrong. Be especially careful to buy a laptop with a lighted keyboard. I'll never buy another one that doesn't have a lighted keyboard, even to the point of buying a second or third tier processor.
Yes, you can break the K740...it's not a mechanical keyboard...it's not meant for you to bang on the keys. I've seen guys at work literally punch the keys with enough force to drive nails. No, this keyboard will not stand up to that kind of usage. So, beware.
This is simply what I believe as well and why I made this video. The K740 is a legend and nothing in the market is similar to typing on it especially for office work. Once you know, you flow.
I just wish Logitech made an exact same replica with wireless, but that won't probably happen. And the backlit makes it double great. Take care of yours and it'll take care of you. You do need to be gentle with it.
Did you try Logitech mx?
I did and typing on it was not as pleasant as this one and I returned it. If I remember there was also more noise from the metal construction and maybe a desk pad would help with that.
Got to play with one again and a big difference is that the travel distance is a lot shorter on the MX keys, like 1.8mm vs 3.2mm for the K740.
@@IBKade I was surprised by that too but the K740 is actually closer to mechanical switches in terms of travel distance. It is a very comfortable travel distance. When trying different keyboards after using the K740 for years, I find it more difficult to adjust to the shallower switches (like the MX keys and low profile mechanicals) than the regular mechanical ones (usually 4mm, some 3.6-3.7mm).
@@PhilippeHarscoet interestingly I use magic keyboard and somehow I really like the low travel distance I guess it's a personal preference...
so this is membrane or?
It has a proprietor Logitech scissor switch. That's the beauty of it
I want to say that you are wrong. This isn't just any kind of office keyboard. This keyboard was carefully picked when I bought it many years ago and there are hardly any kind of keyboards with the silence of typing. I bought two of these when they were still just "Illuminated Keyboard" by Logitech. Now it is the K740. This is one of the best keyboards ever made by Logitech.
I'm praising this keyboard as the best keyboard period. Especially for office.
@@IBKade I'm glad you made a video of it. I now know Logitech still makes it and it's cheaper at $60 in amazon. I bought this keyboard when it was still being sold at $90-$100 back in 2012
Thank you! Wow I'm glad the prices came down. Hopefully it stays in market for a while!
its good but not conveniently comfortable because its wired. you can't sit on your sofa and type. logi K800 is wireless, backlit and has same keyboard design flatter keys, these types of keyboards are called membrane keyboards.
Mumbo Jumbo gang rise up
Just bought one on Amazon.
Congratulations! Welcome to the best keyboard in the world. How do u like it?
@@IBKade I just ordered it an hour ago.
Ah lol. Well tell me how it is after you use it!
@@IBKade Hey. Just hooked up the keyboard and I love it. Keys are soft and the back lighting is great. Is the clear edge supposed to be around the keyboard?
@@sandrajohnson2489 yep! The more u use it the more comrotable it'll be. I'm sure you'll love it for years like I do mine!
Be careful with this key board. The keys tend to get knocked off easily & self repair is very difficult. After less than a year I had to get a new board for that reason. Also the wrist pad is not removable.
Yes it's a bit fragile. Need to kind of baby it from my experience
I love this keyboard... I have two. Ok, I'll admit... I have three... I will clean the third one and give it to my girlfriend though.
We will have to give it to our grandkids one day
When did Tom Cruise start doing product reviews?
@@IBKade Your voice and the way you pronounce words is similar.
@@IsaacBk Just remember that with great power, comes great responsibility.
Gotcha I will remember. (although I really don't have any power ;)
So, this keyboard isn't wireless?
That's ridiculous if it isn't. I currently have the K800 (2010) model. Yes, its 12 years old, obviously discontinued, and now it is finally starting to break down and will be needing a replacement. The K800 was the best keyboard - BY FAR - that I have ever owned and just want to get something similar.
Yes this isn't witless. But this keyboard typing experience is something else!
this keyboard would be perfect for me it was rgb!
You should stop talking and take a breath so we can actually hear the keyboard being used
Will do that next time. Thanks for the suggestion!
Bad review. An Illuminated keyboard is very handy when it is too dark to see the keys.
Then show the keyboard in a dark environment!
it's plenty bright