DREVO Calibur 71-Key RGB LED Backlit Wireless Bluetooth 4.0 / USB Mechanical Keyboard Black Switch Sliver White

UPDATE AFTER 1.5 YEARS: The keyboard has held up pretty well, but the "R" key has started double triggering often when the R key is pressed, especially when I'm typing fast, making my typing sound like a pirate. This is bad when I'm programming because it slows me down to have to backspace and try to correct it. Also, sometimes it thinks the CTRL button is pressed down when it isn't and I have to press it again to make it think the CTRL button is depressed. I've tried resetting the keyboard, cleaning things, removing the key and placing it back on, but the problem is still there, making the keyboard unreliable. I'm now looking for a different keyboard.ORIGINAL REVIEW: Great little keyboard. I have the white version with the blue switches. I'm delighted that I was able to get it for such a nice price. This was one of the few Bluetooth mechanical keyboards I was able to find. I'm a software developer and avid gamer, and this keyboard fits both of my needs.I use this keyboard with both my Macbook Pro and my Windows laptop. The blue switches feel nice and snappy to type on (I'm coming from some Cherry MX Brown soft-tactile switches, which really just feel mushy).The Bluetooth works fine, and has three different configurations so I can switch between my Mac and PC easily. I'm a very fast typist and have never noticed any of the Bluetooth lag that was mentioned in some of the older reviews. I believe they've fixed that issue with recent revisions of the keyboard. I keep it plugged into my Mac's external USB3 hub for power.The backlights on the keys are very beautiful, have adjustable brightness, and can go pretty bright. It makes it a pleasure to work on, especially at night. I love that there is a setting where I can configure the color of each key. It looks much prettier than in the pictures they display on the page.I have to admit, I love the font on the keyboard (I am a gamer after all). The lights reflect against the metallic base to create a glow on the base, in addition to lighting up the letters on the keys.Once in a while, the lights don't come on after I do a shutdown/restart or sleep of my Mac, but it works fine after unplugging and plugging the removable USB cable at the back of the keyboard.Be warned though - there are no media keys, but that doesn't prevent you from defining your own. On Mac, I use BetterTouchtool to redefine F9 (or Fn+9) as the volume down key, F10 as volume up, and F11 as Play/Pause. I do the same on Windows using SharpKeys. I then configured these keys and the FN key to have a different backlight color for easy recognition.As for noise, yes the blue switches are noisier than what I'm used to, but my wife says that she doesn't mind when I'm typing late at night. I do get self-conscious about the noise though and once in a while switch to my old quieter keyboards for late night sessions.

To be honest I was really skeptical when I was purchasing this thing. I mean I really did not expect a wireless mechanical keyboard at this price range. It is not the most satisfying mechanical keyboard experience but it's wireless. It is not the best mechanical keyboard nor wireless keyboard but I have been using this thing for last two month and I quite like it a lot. However there are some probelms with fits and finishes. Also, I hate these stupid fonts that they have used on keycaps and I hate annoying light-effects. But it is definately worth upper $50 range and I would definately recommend it if you want to try a mechanical keyboard.

This is my second Drevo Calibut 71 - My first was the original, non BT 4.0 Keyboard - This review is of the current, BT 4.0 version.There are three things about this keyboard everyone should know:1) Response of this board, either over USB or BlueTooth, is exceptional. the BT 4.0 radio works very well when paired to my MacBook Pro, my iPhone, or my Windows Desktop. Gaming response times are on par with just about any other Cherry Blue key. These have Otemu's which I feel do a fine job.2) The LEDs are BRIGHT. You can alter the brightness and color, though the RGB is stepped; it's not very fluid in the color change. This only a minor issue, and not one that will ever make or break my ownership, but is something I wish that was different.3) Bluetooth 4.0 - Having originally had the BT 3.x version, I can tell you the BT 4.0 is much improved over it. As mentioned above, the response time is just as good as wired, and the battery life isn't ruined by it. The range is what you would expect; i've successfully used it 30ft from my laptop. It still seems to only be able to handle 3 "profiles" with a fn+q/w/e combo, but BT 4.0 should allow it to multipair, but I havn't tried it.4) Portability! This is my EDC keyboard. It fits right into my messenger bag next to my macbook, isn't heavy, is easy to plug into USB if needed. Easy to use on a plane as well. Typing into a tablet or smartphone may seem odd, but when you're strapped into a tiny airline chair, it's very nice to have a normal sized typing space.

Pairs great with my iPad Pro and MacBook. The key caps and switch reactivity feel great (blue switches FYI). The compact profile is great for portability or small workspace. It's got a little heft and a metal back plate. Seems well built. And last, but certainly not least, if you're in the mood, the RGB backlights are pretty sexy. Pretty good for a bluetooth mechanical keyboard of any price but at this modest price point, I cannot recommend anyone interested pass it up.

It wouldn't stay connected to bluetooth, So I connected it to USB. Now, the lights keep randomly turning off until I unplug it and plug it back in. I contacted Drevo and they wont respond. Terrible waste of my money.

Love the 71-key layout for this board and the RGB lighting works perfectly for me. The black Kailh switches feel pretty heavy but are still nice quality none the less. The only issue I had was with the stock spacebar getting stuck down constantly, I've since gotten a new spacebar as I didn't feel it was worth going through the trouble of returning the product when I can order a spacebar for $3. Didn't even bother with the bluetooth feature as every review says it is pretty bad.Shipping on this package was interesting, nothing to protect the keyboard in the box at all, that could definitely be improved on.

For under £50 you can't really go wrong. A mechanical keyboard that's got lots of RGB lighting to choose between, but what I appreciate the most is that it's very compact and therefore will fit comfortably in anybody's setup. The fact that there's also a white version, which is the one I purchased, means that it also blends into my black and white RGB setup seamlessly. I won't comment about durability as I've only been used it for a week or so, but it seems very well made, so no complaints as of yet.

This product was really good to begin with but after 2 months it’s broken ‘ very disappointing! Not able to return it now ‘ so total waste of money

Really exited about this. I was stuck between getting really good membrane gaming keyboard or mechanical. I've made a very wise choice (don't get to say that often). I went for black switches and really happy with it. I will never go back to membrane.

After 6 months lights stopped working, after next 3 usb port broke down. Was good but can't expect to work forever for this amount of money.

Got the keyboard, tried downloading the software for it. After downloading software the keyboard stopped working and is completely bricked. After searching online I found that this is a known issue. Really disappointing.