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Logitech MK520 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo Keyboard and Mouse Long Battery Life Secure 2 4GHz Connectivity
Last Updated: February 4, 2020 (Refresh Now)
6.2
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/10
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Keyboard
234keys, mouse, typing, keyboard and mouse, logitech
+35%
-65%
" ... received this product it is missing a star key calculator key and arrow keys were not attach to the keyboard :( ... "
" ... I had only used this keyboard for less than 2 weeks when I noticed the space bar and letter N would stick. ... "
" ... This K520 keyboard we purchased is not very old but is not functioning properly. ... We have bought this keyboard before, but unfortunately got a bad one this time around. ... "
" ... I like the keyboard, but several keys don't work very well. ... I looked at reviews online AFTER I bought it (duh), and this seems to be a common issue with this keyboard. ... "
" ... Keyboard is good but mouse is terrible. ... "
" ... The keyboard and the mouse both freeze on me often. ... "
" ... The keyboard lasted for 5 months only . ... You need to hit the keys otherwise the letters won't show up :(((( Sad because it's not a cheap item . ... "
" ... Will probably replace the keyboard with I wired USB board, as it's not worth the trouble of filling a warranty claim with logitech. ... "
Mouse
117keyboard, keyboard and mouse, combo, mouse and keyboard, keys
+58%
-42%
" ... A pretty sturdy and durable keyboard & mouse set. ... "
" ... I've had this mouse and keyboard set just over a year and overall I've been pretty satisfied. ... My favorite thing about this combo is the single unifying USB for both mouse and keyboard. ... (I had been switching them back & forth with my last keyboard and mouse and the USB eventually wore out.) ... "
" ... time to fin another keyboar an mouse that work. ... "
" ... I bought this keyboard and mouse for my house because I use it at work and it’s phenomenal! ... And the mouse is very nice in your hand. ... "
" ... Mouse works well . ... "
" ... The mouse still works great, and the universal dongle always connects reliably and quickly. ... "
" ... Works great, I like the idea that the keyboard and mouse use only one port. ... "
" ... This is a fabulous Business Class Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo for a fixed Location. ... For a portable setup I really like the Apple Wireless keyboard/Magic Mouse Combo but this is what I have on my desk at home and Work. ... "
Product Reliability
102stopped working, keys, working, key, 3 months
+25%
-75%
" ... Only worked part of the time. ... "
" ... Stopped working after 2 months. ... "
" ... I have had this kyboad for 3 months. ... "
" ... The product stopped working after 4 months. ... "
" ... I think something like this should work after more than a couple months. ... "
" ... It stopped working and it's not even a 5 months old ... "
" ... A few days later, the G stopped working all together. ... "
" ... I've stopped using this after ~5 weeks of use. ... "
Controls
83press, key, register, working, typing
+14%
-86%
" ... We have a few others that the keys get stuck. ... "
" ... I have owned this for about 6 months now, and a number of the keys have stopped registering unless I press very hard. ... "
" ... Button release action happens before releasing the button, sometimes multiple click action happens for a single click, and so on. ... "
" ... keyboard buttons are noisy and not comfortable to type. ... "
" ... Thus, the fingers seem to often hit two keys, which half the time ends up registered incorrectly. ... Secondly, a few of the keys now require a really hard press to register. ... Some others keys now have the same problem. ... "
" ... The keys on the left are very sticky and dont work. ... "
" ... Moreover shortcuts like ctrl+b and ctrl+v don't work with left ctrl key, but they work with the right one for some reason . ... "
" ... Number keys failed after one month of use. ... "
Comfort
63keyboard, typing, key, logitech, letters
+40%
-60%
" ... I have to push extremely hard (almost pounding) to make them work. ... "
" ... When typing, these letters are often missed entirely, creating a hassle of errors to fix. ... "
" ... Loved it, but after about 8 days of using it at work, a few keys lost their sensitivity and needed to be pressed really hard to work . ... "
" ... The keys are rounded around the edges and there's no dip in the center of the keys for your fingers. ... Hitting SHIFT and any other key is annoying, due to the design, and it may put a strain on your hand. ... The slope on the hand rest it pitched so your hand is always fighting to move upward seeking a resting position. ... My fingers and top of my hand ache which led me to give up and reconnect my new Dell corded keyboard. ... "
" ... Cheap and uncomfortable keyboard. ... "
" ... Besides that, the keys just feel crappy. ... They wobble and don't have a good feel when you press them. ... "
" ... the left-hand control key only functions about 25% of the time, and the left-hand shift key about 75% of the time. ... "
" ... We have a few others that the keys get stuck. ... "
Device Compatibility
33laptop, computer, dongle, usb, support
+64%
-36%
" ... I really liked that these are wireless and can be connected with a single USB, and the price point was very appealing, but you are very possibly wasting your time and money if you purchase this. ... "
" ... This Logitech set is a godsend! ... "
" ... A great addition to any laptop. ... "
" ... great for laptops ... "
" ... Home computing, item like brand new ... "
" ... This is my second Logitech MK520. ... "
" ... Easy to pair with laptop. ... I have one set at home and one at the office and pairing is seamless for both (4 devices - can do up to 6) ... "
" ... tiny dongle that stays out of the way in a laptop ... connection is always good ... and you can have whatever other Logitech device synchronized to it as long as it's compatible with their unifying software. ... "
Returns
29replacement, guess, returning, refund, returned
+7%
-93%
" ... It died, so I bought a new one. ... "
" ... Would like to return this again and want my money back ... "
" ... I was too late to return it and get another one or refund. ... "
" ... I will contact Amazon and see how we can get them returned. ... "
" ... I obviouslyam going to have to replace. ... "
" ... The problem with buying online I guess, you get a bad product return it and it still cost you money. ... "
" ... I returned this Combo set and received my 3rd MK520 set a few days later. ... Since it is pass the 30 days return date, I guess this Combo set is headed to the trash. ... "
" ... I'm sending this one back for a refund, because it's horrible. ... "
Ease of Use
27keys, easy to use, n key, easy to set, difficult
+78%
-22%
" ... So easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... easy install and use, keys are perfect ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... This is so easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to pair and use, just as advertised. ... "
" ... Accurate and mouse cursor is right on and easy to navigate! ... "
" ... It was so easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to pair with laptop. ... "
Battery Life
25battery, battery life, changed, replaced, replace the batteries
+56%
-44%
" ... The product is very good, the material is rough, the battery lasts very long. ... "
" ... works well and has all the lights I need (caps lock, battery going dead, etc) I't s a little "clicky" but thats fine with my but it might bother any close proximity co workers you might have ... "
" ... I have had them for a long time now and still have yet to replace the batteries. ... "
" ... Good battery life. ... "
" ... I've had this for a few months, and the batteries are still working and I never turn them off. ... "
" ... Long battery life and low cost and satisfactory performance . ... "
" ... Great Battery Life ( I often forget to turn off the device and it yet it goes months before I need to replace the batteries). ... "
" ... The battery life is excellent, I just replaced the batteries in the keyboard last week and that's because I will forget and leave it on for several days. ... "
Price
20product, money, waste of money, waste, purchase
+70%
-30%
" ... I am happy with the features and quality for the price. ... "
" ... This is a great set for the price! ... "
" ... Overall a decent purchase for the price. ... "
" ... I recently bought the MK710 which for the money is a far superior set. ... "
" ... especially for the price. ... "
" ... This's a good item with reasonable price. ... "
" ... Tinny feel for this price range. ... "
Marketplace
20amazon, described, works, shipping, advertised
+60%
-40%
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Item as described. ... Shipping on time. ... "
" ... This is exactly what we wanted and item was just as it was described and shown. ... "
" ... Thank you amazon for issuing a quick refund. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Thank you Seller! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... just as advertised ... "
Ports
14port, receiver, stopped working, laptop, sporadically
+43%
-57%
" ... As a result I inadvertently lost/ misplaced the USB- is there a way to purchase just that? ... "
" ... on a mac laptop, the usb is on the left side, and me being right handed ... "
" ... USB receiver stopped working. ... Contacted the company and they sent me a link to download a program and it did not fix the issue as the actual USB harware is not being recognized by any computer. ... "
" ... Very poor wireless reception at a distance of 3.5ft, receiver was placed in a port on the back of my docking station with only the station in the way between the receiver and the mouse and keyboard. ... "
" ... Only con so far would be the required USB connector that takes up a port. ... "
" ... I assume it is probably a USB conflict, and maybe it's just my computer, but if it is happening on my computer I'm sure others are experiencing the same. ... "
" ... At first support told me to move the receiving USB away from the cables. ... (who doesn't have cables behind their PC?) ... "
Setup
12easy, plug and play, installation, easy to install, combo
+92%
-8%
" ... Simple installation and operation have made me very happy! ... "
" ... I use this setup at work so I ordered the same for home. ... "
" ... Great setup for our laptop. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and very responsive ... "
" ... This is my go-to wireless combo for my employees desiring a wireless setup . ... "
" ... Easy plug-in-and-go. ... "
" ... Works great seamless installation. ... "
" ... easy install and use, keys are perfect ... "
Overall performance
11times, speed, home, fast, typing
+82%
-18%
" ... Works so Fast, No Drag time. ... "
" ... Super reliable and gets the job done. ... "
" ... Fast connection times. ... "
" ... The computer worked flawlessly and I was able to use it for all my word processing\surfing needs. ... "
" ... This duo takes up minimal space and doesn't disappoint in performance. ... "
" ... I received it looks fancy and smooth forthe price it's worth it. ... "
" ... I have standardized our office on these and they're rock solid performers. ... "
" ... I have two laptops at home--one for personal use and one for my job. ... "
Lagging
11issues, sometimes, delay, time, screen
+18%
-82%
" ... Every couple months I get complaints of the keys not responding/having lag issues. ... "
" ... Lag and other connectivity issues. ... "
" ... Also, it has major latency issues. ... "
" ... I noticed it had a lag while typing. ... "
" ... Like others have written, I have had problems with a serious **LAG-TIME** between the time I type on the keyboard and the time the characters show up on my screen. ... "
" ... Sometimes the delay drags on for over a minute. ... "
" ... For the most part it works well, but at times will freeze and not respond, or it will lag dramatically, and sometimes the mouse will just disappear from the screen. ... "
Build Quality
10broke, type, cheap, abuse, really
+40%
-60%
" ... Broke one of the plastic risers the first night ... "
" ... Build quality is no doubt good, but did not suit me. ... "
" ... I liked this but one of the feet broke. ... "
" ... My previous review was 2 stars but it has dropped to 1 star. ... "
" ... To my dismay, after only 2 months or so, it's dropping keystrokes unless you type with steel fingers. ... "
Design
9looks, look, feel, really, nice
+89%
-11%
" ... It has a matte type finish. ... "
" ... They have the look or feel of being manufactured for use together. ... "
" ... Did not have to have the cords on the top, very convenient and looks great. ... "
" ... The look, feel and when it works I like it. ... "
" ... Nice look and product build. ... "
" ... Works well, looks good. ... "
Delivery
8time, shipping, fast, delivery, box
+75%
-25%
" ... Received as advertised, would buy from again. ... "
" ... Arrived quickly, well packaged. ... "
" ... Arrived a day earlier than expected. ... "
" ... arrived in time and it is what I needed. ... "
" ... Shipping on time. ... "
Display Clarity
8would, type, delay, show, letters
+38%
-63%
" ... Even when its working, sometimes there's a very noticeable delay between pressing a key, and the letter appearing on the screen. ... "
" ... I would have to push them with force multiple times to display the character. ... "
" ... About 80% of the time there is a delay when I type something and when it shows up on the screen. ... "
" ... Every now and then I will be typing away and no letters will appear on the screen. ... "
" ... It was very frustrating because I would type and nothing would show up on the screen for a long while and then a whole bunch of characters (not everything I had typed) would show up. ... "
Product As Described
7works, advertised, item
+100%
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... just as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Item as described. ... "
" ... This is exactly what we wanted and item was just as it was described and shown. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
7love, keyboard, work, good, keys
+57%
-43%
" ... This keyboard responds to a very light touch. ... "
" ... I love the touch, the fact that I only need one plug for both to work. ... "
" ... Good product, love the touch of the keys. ... "
" ... I just love this keyboard, it has a great touch and feel. ... "
Gaming
6keyboard, typing, mouse, playing, games
+33%
-67%
" ... not a perfect choice for gaming should invest in a more expensive one ... "
" ... This is especially frustrating in video games where reaction time is key and suddenly, you are unable to move or look around. ... "
" ... This makes everything from every day typing to gaming very difficult and downright unacceptable. ... "
" ... This is screwing up my typing game! ... "
Capacity
6use, home, one, far, bought
+83%
-17%
" ... I keep buying it over and over for different family members and devices. ... "
" ... I use this for my home office, works great so far. ... "
" ... Finally got a set for the house and man I love it. ... "
" ... I bought this for my home office. ... "
" ... I put my old one in the meeting room to make SMARTBoard use much easier. ... "
Defective Delivery
5one, got, unit, lemon, second
-100%
" ... This had to be a refurbished unit that was not fixed. ... "
" ... Arrived damaged, crack on corner. ... "
" ... I don't see anywhere that I can request a refund for a defective product. ... "
" ... Counted it off as a defective unit and ordered a second one to replace it. ... "
USB
5receiver, stopped working, port, laptop, computer
+20%
-80%
" ... As a result I inadvertently lost/ misplaced the USB- is there a way to purchase just that? ... "
" ... USB receiver stopped working. ... "
" ... I assume it is probably a USB conflict, and maybe it's just my computer, but if it is happening on my computer I'm sure others are experiencing the same. ... "
Storage
5space, often, months, get a space, started
+20%
-80%
" ... This combo worked and and felt fine out of the box but after 6 months the space bar started to fail (had to hit it multiple times to get a space) and at 8 months the mouse started acting up (single click often produced effect of tho or three clicks and and mouse would release prematurely when dragging-and-dropping). ... "
" ... Space bar busted in less than a year. ... "
" ... The space bar is not functioning after 2 months. ... "
" ... I purchased this product in October 2017, 4 months later in February 2018, the space bar won't work. ... "
Software Platform
4key, working, within, windows 10, windows
+25%
-75%
" ... I almost locked myself out of my work PC until I realized it was cause the 3 key wasn’t working ... "
" ... Finally, I opened up a text editor and typed my password a few times, to find out that I really had to smack that one particular key for it to register. ... "
" ... "try reinstalling your operating system". ... "
Cables
4rid, looks, get, easy to install, cord
+75%
-25%
" ... Did not have to have the cords on the top, very convenient and looks great. ... "
" ... I plan to take to my new job so I can "cut the cord" as I don't use my desktop at home any more. ... "
Features
4caps lock, would, star, one, indicator
+75%
-25%
" ... nice feel with this board and main reason one of the few that has a light on when CAPS are on ... "
" ... If this had a backlight feature it would be a 5-star review, but it is excellent as is. ... "
" ... and the important (to me) CAPS LOCK indicator. ... "
Size
4easy, big
+75%
-25%
" ... Nice and compact within losing any of the functions. ... "
" ... I like the way it feels and it is not too big nor too small. ... "
Sleep Tracking
3go, mouse and keyboard
-100%
" ... Both mouse and keyboard after not using for a short while go to sleep and have trouble starting up again. ... "
" ... But it goes to sleep all the time and when I go to type or do something it takes FOREVER for it to come awake. ... "
" ... I had to completely shut down the laptop not in use--sleep is not good enough. ... "
Screen Protection
3screen, would, show, delay, arrived
-100%
" ... Arrived damaged, crack on corner. ... "
" ... About 80% of the time there is a delay when I type something and when it shows up on the screen. ... "
" ... It was very frustrating because I would type and nothing would show up on the screen for a long while and then a whole bunch of characters (not everything I had typed) would show up. ... "
Bluetooth
3keyboard, weaker, used, signal, mouse
+33%
-67%
" ... One of the best KB I have ever used up until the BT signal slowly got weaker and weaker and then died after only 60 days. ... "
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