Portronics Hydra 10 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Bluetooth & 2.4 GHz Wireless, Red Switches, Multi-Device Pairing, TKL Compact Size, Multi-Colour Backlight, for Laptop & PC (Black)

I honestly got more than I expected with this keyboard. I had watched a few older reviews before buying, but it turns out the keyboard has been upgraded since then — now it has way more RGB lighting modes, including single-color options and a really cool mode where the keys light up as you type.One feature that really surprised me is the OS switch — you can easily switch between Windows and macOS, which is super handy. Even though it's a 75% layout, you don’t really miss any keys because everything is still accessible using the Fn key. It’s compact, but still feels complete — perfect for pretty much anyone.Another great thing is the multi-device pairing. You can pair up to 5 devices and switch between them smoothly — it just works. I got the black version with red switches (which was the only option at the time), and it's incredibly silent. I’m typing on it right now, and it honestly feels amazing — soft, quiet, and super satisfying.I also really appreciate the dedicated arrow keys. As a software developer, I use them a lot, and it’s great that they’re not crammed or missing. Bluetooth works flawlessly, and there’s even a function to swap the WASD keys with the arrow keys — probably useful for gaming.It even has a reset shortcut if you ever mess something up. Overall, I’m loving it — super functional, well-designed, and just feels great to use.

The media could not be loaded. Amazing Keyboard at this price range!Best keyboard if you are looking for a cool gaming keyboard which can also provide top tier tacile feel while typing then go for it.Battery life is amazing it will go around 4-6 days for me. It will not need charging if you go like this way. ( Use bt mode normaly then use wired when discharged this will not only charge it but you can even use it that way and switch to bt again when fully charged ).It is very light that's why highly portable and typing speed will be great in this keyboard.Bluetooth connectivity Is top tier As my keyboard connects instantly when I on my laptop.

I chose the Portronics Hydra 10 after thorough research, and it has proven to be a solid choice in its price range. The keyboard offers:Multi-Device Connectivity: Seamlessly switch between Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired connections.Mechanical Switches: Provides a satisfying typing experience, especially with the tactile feedback.RGB Lighting: Features customizable backlighting with multiple modes, adding a touch of flair.Compact Design: Its sleek, space-saving form factor is ideal for both home and office setups.However, there are a few considerations:Learning Curve: The key combinations for certain functions can be a bit tricky to remember initially.Battery Life: While adequate, heavy RGB usage may reduce battery life.Overall, for regular use and casual gaming, the Hydra 10 offers excellent value. It's a reliable, feature-rich keyboard that doesn't break the bank.

(Edit: Less than 8 months later, some of the keys have died making it unusable.)Don't cheap out on mechanical keyboard, invest in a better one that'll work for a long time, or settle for membrane until you can afford a good one. I'd suggest looking for a 75% or atleast a 65% keyboard layout.I have been using this keyboard since nearly 2 months now with my laptop + external monitor setup at home. Firstly I hate the "60%" keyboard layout. It's too compact and jammed together resulting in a LOT of mistypes. I thought I'll get used to it but even after a month I haven't. Maybe it's my skill issue but I'm still perfectly comfortable with my laptops' built in keyboard. I can type at 130-140 wpm easily on my laptops' keyboard but on this thing I can barely hit 110-120.And there's only one Fn key in the right side and you need to use that to access the Tilde symbol (via Fn + Esc) or backtick (Fn + Shift + esc), both of which are often used by programmers. That's annoying as heck too and still haven't gotten used to it.This keyboard was smooth at first (still nowhere close to the more expensive ones) and it was clicky yet silent, as expected from a good MK. However after 2 months of use it's not as smooth as day one and it's much louder too. Maybe it needs some lubrication but there are no instructions for it. Also the Shift key gradually keeps getting worse (misses hits) for some weird reason.Pros:- Type C charging. One of my main reasons for buying this in the first place as I was in a budget and this was a must. It can be also switched to usb mode for zero latency in gaming.- Battery life. Unlike what some other reviews say, I can easily run it for 5-7 days on a full charge. It automatically enters standby after a short timeout. And it also works parallelly while charging.- Lighting. It supports a good bunch of predefined colors, (RGB ofc) styles, patterns. However I preferred a static red color and that is possible too. Brightness is adjustable. All of these is controlled via Fn + some key combinations.- It's not as heavy as the better MK's. Easy to move it around without worrying about dropping it. The build quality is decent although it's mostly plastic, but doesn't feel breakable.