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Best Foldable Keyboards

Updated December 2018
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
iClever
iClever Bluetooth Keyboard
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Bottom Line

A lightweight, pocket-sized keyboard that opens flat and pairs easily with mobile devices for convenient typing on the go.

Pros

Smaller than an iPhone and weighing less than half a pound, owners love its portability. The 2 pairs of hinges don't interfere with typing. Made from rugged aircraft aluminum. Battery lasts up to 40 days.

Cons

The compact layout means typists have to adjust to a different key layout. Though not sturdy enough for typing on one's lap, the attachable silicone pads prevent sliding on a tabletop.

Plugable
Full-Size Bluetooth Folding Keyboard
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Bottom Line

Great for touch typists and those with larger hands, but the full size of the keyboard means additional weight.

Pros

The full-sized keys placed in a typical layout makes this comparable to typing on a standard computer keyboard. Pairs easily over Bluetooth and also connects to devices via USB. Comes with a case that folds into phone or tablet stand.

Cons

At almost 1 pound and 1' long, this keyboard is much larger than others, though still portable.

Best Bang for the Buck
IKOS
Bluetooth Folding Keyboard
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Bottom Line

The smallest keyboard we tested with the longest-lasting battery – a great value for this price.

Pros

This ultra-portable model weighs only 5 ounces and the battery can last 2 months on standby following a 2-hour charge. Includes a case that doubles as a stand for phones and tablets, elevating them like a screen for easier typing.

Cons

The slightly different key layout and gap down the center may create a learning curve for touch typists.

Jelly Comb
Folding Bluetooth Keyboard
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Bottom Line

This backlit keyboard boasts a long-lasting battery, nice-feeling keys, and a track pad.

Pros

We like the weight of the keys and the durable design. Backlighting can be dimmed or turned off. A full charge of the battery provides 48 hours of typing and lasts 3 weeks on standby.

Cons

The track pad doesn't work with iOS devices, and owners used to a mouse had trouble maneuvering it. At 10 ounces, it's a little heavier than others and didn't comfortably accommodate larger hands.

MoKo
Universal Foldable Keyboard
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Bottom Line

A compact accessory that fits into a back pocket yet opens to a full-sized keyboard.

Pros

Weighing only 6 ounces, this portable model opens like a book to reveal a full-sized keyboard with a standard key layout. Expert touch typists report a seamless adjustment to the split design. Battery charges in only 2 hours.

Cons

Doesn't pair with Windows-powered phones, and some owners report it drops Bluetooth connections. Keys are less sensitive than on a standard keyboard.

How we decided

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  • 15 Models Considered
  • 6 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 102 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

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    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.

    Foldable keyboards are handy if you want a full-size typing solution for your smartphone that is also portable. If you’re in the market for one, first check its size and weight. Is it actually full-size, or will touch typists have trouble adjusting to it? It should be rugged enough for the road, and should work with your device. A lighter keyboard will also be easier to tote around. Some have a trackpad, backlit keys, and the ability to use it with either Bluetooth or USB. A non-slip back will keep it stable while you’re using it. A bonus here is a case for the keyboard that also serves as a stand for your tablet or phone.

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    iClever

    iClever Bluetooth Keyboard

    iClever

    iClever Bluetooth Keyboard

    A lightweight, pocket-sized keyboard that opens flat and pairs easily with mobile devices for convenient typing on the go.

    $36
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    Plugable

    Full-Size Bluetooth Folding Keyboard

    Plugable

    Full-Size Bluetooth Folding Keyboard

    Great for touch typists and those with larger hands, but the full size of the keyboard means additional weight.
    $54
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    IKOS

    Bluetooth Folding Keyboard

    IKOS

    Bluetooth Folding Keyboard

    The smallest keyboard we tested with the longest-lasting battery – a great value for this price.
    $23
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    Jelly Comb

    Folding Bluetooth Keyboard

    Jelly Comb

    Folding Bluetooth Keyboard

    This backlit keyboard boasts a long-lasting battery, nice-feeling keys, and a track pad.
    $28
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    MoKo

    Universal Foldable Keyboard

    MoKo

    Universal Foldable Keyboard

    A compact accessory that fits into a back pocket yet opens to a full-sized keyboard.
    $25

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