Keyboard Alternatives

Modified keyboards can help persons use the computer and other electronics that require keyboard input. Modified keyboards can take several different forms:

Customizable keyboards -- Designed for persons with physical, vision, and cognitive disabilities. The keyboard offers flexible layout options so the user can choose the layout, key information, size, etc.
Ergonomic keyboards -- Designed for persons with limited finger movement due to hand or wrist injuries, manual dexterity limitations, limited wrist/arm strength, amputation, or stroke. These are typically designed to reduce strain through different keyboard sizes, angles and layouts.
Large-key keyboards -- Designed for persons with manual dexterity disabilities or low vision. The keys are typically larger than on traditional keyboards.
Large-print keyboards -- Designed for persons with low vision. The keyboards may have larger print (but not necessarily larger keys) and higher contrast printing than traditional keyboards.
Small-sized keyboards -- Designed for use by persons with limited manual dexterity or who type on keyboards with a finger, a stylus, or a mouth-stick. The keyboards are smaller and keys are close together to maximize speed and comfort.

508 Keyboard

Ergonomic keyboard (maximized for one-handed typing).

Market Price Estimate: $600

Manufacturer: Matias

Adesso Mini Keyboard w/keyguard

Bluetooth wireless Mini-keyboard with keyguard.

Market Price Estimate: $30

Manufacturer: Adesso

Beeraider Keyboard

Ergonomic Keyboard (maximized for one-handed keyboarding).

Market Price Estimate: $149

Manufacturer: Bee Raider

Apple Keyboard

Ergonomic keyboard (connects to computer wirelessly, giving user flexibility in terms of keyboard placement and angle).

Market Price Estimate: $100

Manufacturer: Apple

BAT Keyboard (left- and right-handed)

Ergonomic keyboard (maximized for one-handed typing).

Market Price Estimate: $200

Manufacturer: Infogrip

BIG Bluetooth Keyboard

Large-key keyboard with colorful keys.

Market Price Estimate: $200

Manufacturer: RJ Cooper

Chester Creek Colored Keyboard

Large-key keyboard with colored keys.

Market Price Estimate: $90

Manufacturer: Chester Creek

Large Print Keyboards

Low vision keyboards.

Market Price Estimate: $20-200

Manufacturer: Various

Flexible Keyboard

Ergonomic keyboard (non-tactile keys that take little pressure to activate).

Market Price Estimate: $20

Manufacturer: Adesso

Keys-U-See Wireless Keyboard

Keys-U-See Wireless is a wireless keyboard that has large print keys that are easy to see, even in low light, and includes internet, multimedia and energy-saver hot keys.

Market Price Estimate: $75

Manufacturer: Keys-U-See