10 Best Mechanical Keyboards for Small Hands (Gaming and Professional use)

Do you have small hands? Then you might have encountered some difficulties in using a traditional full-size keyboard, resulting in slow and less-than-accurate typing. Therefore, to solve this problem you should consider getting a keyboard with a smaller form factor to improve your typing speed and accuracy. Below, we have curated a review of the top mechanical keyboards for small hands.

As you might imagine, mechanical computer keyboards for small hands are more compact than traditional full-sized keyboards. They usually have a Tenkeyless or 60% form factor and are without a number pad when compared to their full-sized counterparts, making it easier for smaller fingers to reach out to the upper rows.

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And because mechanical keyboards for small hands are compact in design, they are also ideal for people who are always on the go.

Mechanical Keyboards for Small Hands: Buying Guide

Image	Product	Available Switches	Check Price
	Akko X Ducky One 2 Mechanical Keyboard	Cherry MX Blue, brown, and Red Switches	Check Price
	K552 KUMARA Mechanical Keyboard	Custom Mechanical Switches (Cherry Blue equivalent)	Check Price
	CORSAIR K65 LUX Mechanical Keyboard	Cherry MX Red	Check Price
	SteelSeries 64720 Apex M750 Mechanical Keyboard	QX2 Mechanical Switches (Cherry Red Equivalent)	Check Price
	RK61 60% RGB Mechanical Keyboard	Blue, brown, and Red Switches	Check Price
	Logitech G Pro Mechanical Keyboard	Romer-G	Check Price
	E-Element Z-88 Mechanical	Keyboard Outemu Innovative Pluggable Blue, Brown, and Red Switches	Check Price
	HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Mechanical Keyboard	Cherry MX Blue Switches	Check Price
	Glorious Modular Mechanical Keyboard	Gateron Brown (Cherry MX Brown Equivalent)	Check Price
	Redragon K561 VISNU Mechanical Keyboard	Blue Switches (Cherry MX Equivalent)	Check Price

1. Akko X Ducky One 2 Mechanical Keyboard

Ducky is a very popular brand when it comes to enthusiast keyboards, as they’ve got some great products that are high quality, yet come at somewhat reasonable prices. The Akko x Ducky One 2 is a 60% mechanical keyboard that’s great for small hands and checks all the boxes for an excellent experience.

To begin with, you have genuine Cherry MX switches, and you can choose between Red, which are linear, Blue, which are clicky, and Brown, which are tactile. Whichever ones you go for, you have some of the most durable switches out there. The keycaps are PBT, double-shot keycaps so they don’t fade away, and they display the RGB lights pretty well. Speaking of RGB, you can choose between a few modes, and they include a couple of Ducky’s new game modes.

What you won’t find on many keyboards of this caliber is macro customization via hardware. You can have things set up just the way you like them and execute complex commands at the press of a button. All things considered, even though a bit pricey for some, the Akko x Ducky One 2 is actually a great board for enthusiasts with small hands, especially if you don’t have a lot of room on your desk.

2. Redragon K522 KUMARA Mechanical Keyboard

Measuring 14 x 4.9 x 1.5 inches, the K522 Kumara mechanical keyboard from Redragon is small and compact. Its small frame is designed to make it easier for people with small hands to type and play games. Moreover, the key buttons are small and the spacing between them narrow further enhancing the keyboard’s design for people with small hands.

The 87 keys are conflict-free with 12 keys assigned for multimedia functionalities. All keys are plate-mounted to ensure that the keyboard platform is rigid, sturdy, and would last for a long time.

Those keys have RGB LED backlighting that lets users type accurately even in the dark. Users may also adjust the brightness levels accordingly. The keycaps have fonts or letters that won’t scratch off or become dull even after years of use.

It also has an adjustable, non-slip rear that should let you find the right typing angle. There is also a USB connector that is gold-plated and corrosion-free, ensuring a reliable connection at all times.

This keyboard is also designed to withstand the typical liquid spill. You can remove the keycaps if you want to clean the keyboard. You may even switch them out if you want to customize the keyboard.

3. CORSAIR K65 LUX Mechanical Keyboard

The CORSAIR K65 Lux is built for both gaming and professional use. It has a compact body design that makes it great for people with small hands. The small form factor gives it an edge over other mechanical keyboards as it can easily fit on small desks. Being small also means this keyboard is easy to pack as well as more room for the mouse when gaming or working.

The contoured and textured keycaps not only make typing fast but also accurate. This keyboard has 100% anti-ghosting keycaps for reliable and accurate performance. With 100% Cherry MX RGB Red Key switches sans the audible clicks, this keyboard is also ideal for office use.

Despite its size, though, the CORSAIR K65 Lux keyboard has standard key spacing thus you won’t have to adjust when using it. This keyboard has keycaps with large font and multi-color backlighting. The keycaps are also textured and contoured for enhanced feel and superior grip.

Made of anodized brushed aluminum, which is the same material used in airplanes, the CORSAIR K65 Lux keyboard is durable and should last for a long time.

4. SteelSeries 64720 Apex M750 Mechanical Keyboard

This could be the best ergo keyboard for small hands. The SteelSeries 64720 is a compact gaming keyboard that has a tenkeyless design. Measuring 14.6 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches and weighing less than 2 pounds, this keyboard is small enough for people who have tiny hands and fingers.

By doing away with 10 keys, SteelSeries has come up with a keyboard that has optimized the spacing between the keyboard and the mouse. This significantly improves the range of motion of users, particularly those with small hands. So, whether you are playing Fortnite or simply posting on Reddit, you should have an easier time typing on this keyboard.

This keyboard also has several features that gamers would appreciate. There’s discord chat integration with the keyboard lighting up to notify users of new messages as well as mute status. In-game notifications are also present with event-based lighting. The keyboard lights up in response to i-game events like kills, low ammunition, and cooldown timers, among others.

The SteelSeries 64720 Apex M750 Mechanical Keyboard is equipped with QX2 mechanical switches which are the manufacturer’s version of Cherry Red mechanical switches. While not as popular as its clone, the QX2 switches are quiet. Thus, you can use this keyboard in the office without having to worry about distracting your officemates.

5. RK61 60% RGB Mechanical Keyboard

If you’re a person with small hands, but still want a good mechanical keyboard, your options may appear limited at first. However, Royal Kludge’s RK61 is a great way to get a keyboard that works great, has plenty of functionality, and doesn’t cost too much. Well, that’s provided you don’t need a number pad or arrow keys, since this is a 60% keyboard.

To begin with, you have a choice between Red, Blue and Brown switches. You can get Red for gaming, as they’re linear, or Blue or Brown if you want a tactile experience which is what typists usually prefer. The keycaps are also pretty good, and there’s RGB backlight with 18 modes for you to choose from.

Even though it’s priced fairly low, you get a wireless mode via Bluetooth with the RK61, and you can connect it up to three devices at the same time. Compatibility is with iOS, Android, Windows and Mac, so it works on pretty much any device.

While you may not get macro keys, high-end keycaps, or genuine Cherry MX switches, you’re also paying around half of what the competition costs with the RK61. It’s a great way to get a compact board and not spend hundreds of dollars.

6. Logitech G Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

This mechanical gaming keyboard is a space-saving unit measuring 14.2 x 6 x 1.4 inches. By removing the numpad that’s typical of most keyboards, Logitech is able to streamline the G Pro and make it ideal for use of people with small hands.

The size of this small gaming keyboard without numpad isn’t the only reason why this unit is ideal for travel. Its braided micro-USB cable is detachable. It also has a three-pronged design for an easy and secure connection.

Additionally, this keyboard is equipped with the familiar Romer-G mechanical switches of Logitech. While not as popular as the Cherry MX Browns, Romer-G is known for being tactile and quiet. It’s also faster and more responsive compared to its more popular counterpart.

Although the Logitech G Pro is marketed for gamers, it is also ideal for people who type a lot. Romer-G switches can yield faster actuation compared to standard mechanical switches. This not only results in faster typing with minimal errors.

7. E-Element Z-88 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

This compact gaming keyboard lacks several dedicated keys often found in other keyboards like Pause, Print Screen, Insert and Scroll Lock. Those functions have been paired as secondary functions in other keys like Delete, Home, and Page Up. This move further shrinks the mechanical gaming keyboard, making it small enough for people who have tiny hands.

As such, the keyboard’s width has been trimmed to just 12 inches which is almost half a ruler slimmer than most mechanical keyboards. The six-inch difference is very noticeable once you’ve start typing or playing games using this keyboard.

All the 81 keys of the keyboard have anti-ghosting features. The keys are slightly bigger than those of a typical, full-size keyboard. The spacing is also designed in such a way that users won’t commit a lot of typographical errors.

It features plate-mounted keys on top of innovative, swappable switches. You can replace the keys according to your preferences. The keyboard’s platform is sturdy and rigid, too, so expect the keyboard to last a long time.

8. HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Mechanical Keyboard

The HyperX Alloy FPS Pro mechanical keyboard is well-designed and built for gamers and office workers alike. Made of a combination of steel and plastic, it feels dense and rigid. It weighs around two pounds and hefty enough for a small keyboard.

It uses Cherry MX switches known for their responsiveness and durability. All keycaps offer 100% anti-ghosting. The keycaps, too, are shaped well with a scalloped curve and smooth finish. You’ll love how the keys are spaced well, making it easier for your small fingers to travel across the keyboard.

This keyboard offers six lighting effects. Changing the effects is easy as you simply hold down the Fn button then press the arrow keys. Moreover, there is no computer software needed to configure those lighting effects.

You can also adjust the other functions like media playback, volume, and game mode by holding down the Fn button and pressing F6, F9, and F12 buttons, respectively.

As a bonus, there is a red and braided USB cable at the back that matches the color of the lighting.

9. Glorious Modular Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

This mechanical keyboard measures at a compact 14 x 5 x 1.4 inches. And like the other keyboards on this list, it features 87 keys which are considered as the de facto standard for small computer keyboards.

However, this keyboard is by far the most customizable on this list and is designed to make it easier for those with small hands to reach all keycaps for accurate typing.

The most impressive feature of this mechanical gaming keyboard is its swappable switches. While it has pre-installed Gateron Brown switches, this keyboard can accommodate other switches like Cherry and Kaihl. It’s the ideal keyboard for gamers who want to try other switches but are hesitant to purchase a new keyboard altogether. You will love how fast and easily the switches of this keyboard can be replaced.

Moreover, another great feature of this keyboard is that you can change individual keys to any color you so please. It has different light effects to make your gaming experience more pleasurable.

Glorious Modular Mechanical Gaming Keyboard also comes with a black aluminum rectangular case made more attractive by a mirror-polished bevel. This keyboard is highly recommended to gamers who would like an extremely customizable keyboard with a minimalistic design.

10. Redragon K561 VISNU Mechanical Keyboard

With dimensions of 14.3 inches x 6 inches x 1.3 inches, the Redragon-K561 VISNU keyboard is compact and easy to type with. The small size of this keyboard will add more spacing to your desk. It also helps to improve your typing speed and accuracy thanks to the way its keys are built and positioned.

The keys are spaced close to each other your fingers will have an easier time reaching out to each keycap. Moreover, this keyboard has anti-ghosting keys allowing users to press multiple keys without conflicts.

Equipped with Redragon’s mechanical Blue switches which are Cherry MX Blue clones, it is designed to improve typing speed and accuracy with the clicky and tactile feedback of the switches. There’s a noticeable click in the switches which may not make this keyboard most ideal when working in an office environment.

Customization is one of the strengths of this keyboard. It has 18 backlit modes and you can also set up personalized backlight models. The keyboard’s design is also impressive with a rounded, soft edge that can give your wrists some rest. The aluminum top and plastic bottom gives it a lighter yet robust feel.

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