Model M vs Truly Ergonomic 227

Buckling-spring switches are hardly used anymore, but they give some of the best tactile response when activated.

Although heavier than a modern keyboard, this keyboard is built like a tank. There is no flex, and the components were built to last.

Quality construction, good materials.

Clearly signals that I'm serious about what I do and how I do it.

With a hook beneath the caps that you have to get to, you can detach those keycaps and replace them with others.

The 227 is designed ergonomically, so it fits user's hands naturally, making it comfortable to use.

The 227 key layout can be altered: users can move functions between keys as they please. Settings are firmware-saved, so they apply even if the keyboard is moved to a different computer.

This keyboard's keys are arranged in a non-staggered way. This allows for a more efficient, easier typing process.

The 227 keyboard has a detachable palmrest, for hand support during use. This helps reduce harmful strain.

The 227 uses Cherry MX Brown switches, which are very reliable and accurate. They're quiet, soft and give a nice tactile feedback.

There's a version that comes with blank keycaps, which looks great. It also helps learning how to touch type.

This keyboard has large Alt keys, which is useful for key combinations that use Alt.