I’m looking to replace my Logitech Wave with an ergonomic mechanical keyboard and would appreciate any recommendations from the community here.

Prefer cherry brown or red switches and a single piece design (not a fan of the 2-piece keyboards). Also prefer a number pad though not required as I can always add one separately if needed.

      • improbablynotarobot@beehaw.orgEnglish
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        1 year ago

        Ayy that was my post. I ended up going with the Moonlander and am trying out the Colemak-DH layout. Definitely not up to speed from my qwerty layout.

        I do really enjoy it though and have been tinkering with different strategies like tap-dance and home row mods for modifier keys.

        Ben Vallack has been a great resource in determining what’s what in the ergo keyboard space.

  • succulentaloe@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I took a gamble on the Moonlander by zsa. It’s expensive but a really nice keyboard and instantly helped wrist aches and pains from long days developing.

    There are alternatives that are cheaper, and even DIY ones which are cool too - but if you want a prebuilt split ergo I highly recommend it.

    Took me roughly 1-2 days heavy use to get used to it and I’ve never looked back - I’m a huge fan of the ortholinear (technically columnar on moonlander) layout, it really does make natural sense imo with less finger movements laterally at awkward angles.

    Happy to answer any Qs

    • mint@beehaw.orgEnglish
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      1 year ago

      This is the answer imo if you have the budget. This completely cured my carpal tunnel. Opened up my shoulders, let me get better posture and it’s a dream for people who like to tinker with tech

  • Snapz@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Not pretty, but Kenesis (sp?) is the winner. Tried many available options through work, stuck with their design for years now.