HHKB PFU Professional Hybrid Type-S White PD-KB800WS

I have received the keyboard, but it came without the plastic bag package that I saw on youtube unboxing videos. Also, the deep switches were already altered by someone else. The keyboard feels good, but getting used item with the 1300dhs is actually disappointing

効率的なプログラミングのため購入。 打鍵感の良さと音が何より魅力。 スコスコスコと言う心地よい音が快感。 カーソルキーに癖はあるが、このミニマルさを実現するために仕方ないと感じる。

I have been using HHKB keyboards for a while now, but now that I’m working from home because of Covid-19, the noise level matters. And this Type-S delivers. Much more quiet than my old Pro BT model. Bluetooth is also much improved (Bluetooth 4.2: battery status, paired to 4 devices). Value for money is “only” 4 because although it is the best keyboard every in my opinion, it is not cheap.

Background: - OS: MacOS (95%), Linux (5%) - Main work: A lot of typing needs. Programming, Scientific writing, Browsing, with 5+ desktop windows. - Other keyboards used: FLICO Majestouch MNILA air 68-keys (Cherry blue switch), VARMILO full-size (Cherry brown) Pros: - Typing: Great touching after getting used to it. Softer response compared to the Cherry blue switch FILCO keyboard, so less “rhythmic” when typing, but top-notch typing experience for sure. - Layout: At first it’s frustrating to use the Fn key combination to replace the arrow keys, but after a few weeks of getting used to that, it’s actually more efficient. I use the Control key a lot, it’s perfect for a Unix user to have the Ctrl key on the CapsLock position. - Noise: One of the major reasons I don’t want to use the FLICO in the office is the noise which is enjoyable for me but could be annoying for my office mates. The HHKB type-S is great, of course, it’s not as quiet as a plastic dome keyboard. - Bluetooth connection: I don’t have any problem with the wireless connection until now, but it could be a problem after the Bluetooth protocol updates in the future, so the alternative cable connection is good to have. My FILCO keyboard from 2016 now has a severe wireless connection problem to MacBook 2017 and later. Cons: - Wakeup: It’s the major complaint from my side. The keyboard cannot connect automatically when I resume work after it got to sleep (turned off), and it doesn’t have a light to show the working status. So I cannot know if the keyboard is still connecting when returning to use it, and then I need to manually turn it on by push the bottom for a few seconds. I mean, it’s pretty annoying when this happens many times every day. I love the design of my FLICO keyboard which wakes up automatically if the power switch is turned on. - Price: Well, it’s probably cons of me… Summary: It’s a good purchase if you have a discount, the typing experience is unique. I am expecting to use it for many years, so it doesn’t seem to be so expensive in a long run. I would recommend it to Mac or Linux users but not for Windows users.

I spent a lot of time going through reviews, while I already have a few great keyboards the Keychron H2 and Epocmaker, Logitech MX Keys, I needed a solution with no internal batteries, and great low noise feel. Also productivity over gaming performance. Watching review the sound of the HHKB Hybrid Type-S it seemed louder than I would prefer, however I'm happy to say that when its in front of you its much quieter than the reviews suggest, and unlikely to annoy people in a Cafe or your co-workers. The feel of the keys are excellent, these are not clicky but are like the hall effect gaterons but with smother bottom and a pleasant bump to give a positive action. Pairing and switching between multiple devices is very easy. I found it quite easy to adapt to the cursor keys and did not find this as big an issue as I thought I might. Additionally I really like the ability to use this without the cable but have to option to switch to USB very easily. The USB-C is mounted flush with the case so there is no worries about having a cable that wont fit. The only con I can think of is the lack of a backlight, I went for the white printed version for this reason, better legibility in low light. On the subject of value for money, its helpful to think about cost and value as two things and a question only you can really answer. A keyboard is a tool I use professionally for many hours a day, on balance I find this has exceeded my expectations so to me I think this offers good value. Like many tools, If it inspires you "that's great" if it "gets out of your way" that's great too. I find it manages to do both.

The covered dipswitches on the backside enables the most common key bind setup I like. The CTRL in place of the CAPS LOCK is excellent but takes a couple of hours to get used to. Once it is in muscle memory, it just feels optimal. The backspace bound to the [ |\ ] key is more natural than the usual backspace position on normal keyboards. Bluetooth works smoothly without any connection issues for me, and I am most pleased with that. The lightweight minimalistic layout is excellent for bringing this to school/campus/trips. The key switches are Topre, which gives a most excellent experience when typing. This is my default keyboard when I need to travel and working. The only thing that requires some extra hours getting used to is the arrow keys using the FN modifier, but once I got used to it I found it works well. It is a sacrifice I am willing to make for that extra portability and minimalism. Great keyboard for work and traveling because of the clean comfortable minimalism. I think I have a crush on this keyboard.