I was looking for a keyboard that has backlit keys so that I can comfortably use it during the night hours. (something that the magic keyboard DOES NOT have - TRAGIC)
Also, I wanted something to accompany the MacBook Pro 16'' in space grey color. (something that doesn't exist in the magic keyboard)
After endless research, I stumbled upon this one by chance.
It is identical to the magic keyboard in size and half the price.
The keys feel great to the touch and it has been extremely convenient for me.
I had seen in reviews abroad that some people encountered issues like certain keystrokes not registering.
On the first day I received it, I put it to the test.
ZERO ISSUES in my own usage with the MacBook Pro 16'' M1 Max.
All the shortcuts work perfectly and the pairing with the laptop happens immediately in the first stage, and then you forget about it.
The only thing that might bother some people is that it takes 2-4 seconds to wake up if it goes into sleep mode, something that rarely happens to me as I rarely go beyond 30 minutes of non-usage for it to enter that mode.
Battery-wise, it's been performing very well so far with the backlight at level 1, which is more than enough for nighttime work.
At higher brightness levels, the impact on the battery will definitely be significant. On the official site, they mention approximate times of how long it lasts.
For me, it has lasted approximately 2 weeks with the usage I give it and I haven't charged it yet.
The good thing is that when and if the battery ever dies, it can be connected and used wired, so I won't cry over it if something like that happens.
If it had 20 stars, I would give them. Epic.
UPDATE - 13.4.2022 After a month and a half of usage and using the backlight at night on the first level, I still haven't charged the keyboard. EPIC.
UPDATE 2 - 21.1.2024
After 2 years and three months now, I still love this keyboard. It functions just like before. I haven't noticed any significant difference in battery life yet, and I haven't needed to use the cable except to charge it occasionally