Logitech Bluetooth Multi Device Keyboard K480 Reviews Summary

Battery Life

Pros:

• "Adore the fact that it uses 2 AA batteries instead of cables to power it up and the batteries last forever."
• "The plus - no deep discharge which happened to my other portable keyboards making them unchargeable."
• "2-AAA batteries last a long time."
• "It holds a charge and pairs easily with my iPad, the device I use it most often."
• "I am using it for two weeks and there has been not change in the battery levels as checked from within the app."
• "Battery has been supportive since purchase without replacement, at least a month or more."
• "So far the battery life has been great."

Cons:

• "The negative side of the keyboard is the battery, it's not rechargeable, it uses AAA battery."
• "This is not a rechargeable battery type, it needs small battery to run(you get in the box)."
• "Not having rechargeable batteries and no way to monitor the level of the disposables also didn’t impress me."
• "No rechargeable battery."
• "This thing eats through batteries like it’s nothing."
• "Even with 2 AAA batteries, the keyboard felt heavy."
• "Lithium watch batteries need occasional replacement, but IMHO are better than rechargeable because they are user replaceable and don’t pose a fire risk on flights."

Weight and Portability

Pros:

• "It stands firm on any surface due to weight."
• "The slot to hold the table is deep enough to be very stable, even with a 6 year old using the touchscreen aggressively, and if you flip the keyboard around it worked well to hold the tablet almost vertical, great for zoom meetings."
• "It’s also very portable and easy to clean."
• "It’s compactness makes it easy to pack for travel or to slide into a briefcase."
• "Base is pretty heavy (which is a plus). I can leave it on my lap and put my tablet in the groove and it turns into a true 'laptop'."
• "It fits perfectly into my day shoulder bag along with my iPad and Bluetooth mouse. Can work from anywhere!"
• "It's small enough for convenient travel, yet large enough that I don't have to 'learn the keyboard.'"

Cons:

• "The keyboard is fairly heavy and unfortunately there do not seem to be any cases made to keep it safe while traveling."
• "It's a little big and heavy and the key action is not the very best."
• "It’s also very heavy as to taking it anywhere for travel purposes, and doesn’t have a cover for the keyboard."
• "But this unit is deceivingly heavy! I think it weighs as much as a small laptop."
• "Only wish it was a bit smaller to travel with."
• "It's really heavy - noticeable when added to backpack."
• "It's pretty heavy so not that portable."

Build Quality and Design

Pros:

• "The body is plastic, but not cheap brittle plastic."
• "The dock in which the iPad rests is great with a comfortable viewing angle: it is as good as a 'Laptop'!"
• "Built in groove/stand works great for phones and table."
• "The keyboard is sturdy and weighted so a tablet will not tip it over when placed in the slot."
• "Handy built in device cradle."
• "All the short keys for copy paste etc work with all device brands, and it's a breeze to type on because it uses FULL size keys."
• "The weight of the keyboard, mentioned by many reviewers of the K480, turns out also to be one of its unique and highly-functional features!"

Cons:

• "Not great, not worth the expense."
• "The keyboard weighs and measures as much as a MacBook M1 Air but it keeps it grounded on the table."
• "I also find the build quality of the K480 feels MUCH cheaper compared to the K380, as well as being unnecessarily thicker."
• "The keyboard sits nearly an inch off of the table and there is nowhere for your palms to go."
• "This keyboard was a nightmare for me. Which is unfortunate, because I really love it at the same time."
• "It is very heavy for what it is."
• "This keyboard did not work with my iPad Pro. The iPad slipped out of the groove with little to no provocation, and flopped onto the floor/table."

Functionality and Performance

Pros:

• "This keyboard works EXACTLY as promised and is AWESOME."
• "I love this keyboard a lot that I know my Grandkids will want one for video school and did order for Christmas ... Recommended. It’s great!"
• "Just wow, talking about multi functional and portable."
• "Go for it. This is a purchase that will serve you a world of good."
• "Using it as a Laptop in Dex mode is a breeze as all the hotkeys at the top of the keyboard work out of the box."
• "Simple Bluetooth keyboard. It connects exactly the same as any other Bluetooth device I have used."
• "The keyboard does an excellent job of performing as a typical keyboard."

Cons:

• "DO NOT BUY!!!! I put my Asus Zenpad 10 in to the grove while using on a table. It fell out and my screen shattered."
• "Definitely not good for serious FPS gaming."
• "The slot on the keyboard is a bit tight since I use a plastic protection case on my phone."
• "I honestly regret buying and wish I had gone with a different option."
• "The Kindle does not recognize the input of the passkey when I try to pair it."
• "The keys are a little loud and 'clicky'."
• "The keyboard doesn't require to be switched off; it goes to 'sleep' and wakes us almost instantaneously when any key is pressed."