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.
Ergonomic keyboard (maximized for one-handed typing).
Market Price Estimate: $600
Manufacturer: Matias
Bluetooth wireless Mini-keyboard with keyguard.
Market Price Estimate: $45
Manufacturer: Adesso
Ergonomic Keyboard (maximized for one-handed keyboarding).
Market Price Estimate: $149
Manufacturer: Bee Raider
Ergonomic keyboard (connects to computer wirelessly, giving user flexibility in terms of keyboard placement and angle).
Market Price Estimate: $100
Manufacturer: Apple
Ergonomic keyboard (maximized for one-handed typing).
Market Price Estimate: $200-$400
Manufacturer: Infogrip
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
Low vision keyboards.
Market Price Estimate: $20-200
Manufacturer: Various
Ergonomic keyboard (non-tactile keys that take little pressure to activate).
Market Price Estimate: $20
Manufacturer: Adesso
Keys-U-See Wireless Keyboard & Mouse
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. Includes wireless mouse.
Market Price Estimate: $75
Manufacturer: Keys-U-See
Ergonomic, adjustable split keyboard
Market Price Estimate: $99 - $150
Manufacturer: Kinesis Corporation
Ergonomic keyboard (split keyboard; the angle of each half can be adjusted independently).
Market Price Estimate: $130
Manufacturer: Goldtouch
LogicKeyboard XL Print (for Mac)
Market Price Estimate: $109
Manufacturer:Boundless Assistive Technology
Large-key keyboard with easy-to-read letters in high-contrast print and other features such as a speech option and magnification scroll wheel.
Market Price Estimate: $162
Manufacturer: Freedom Scientific
Small-sized keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $40
Manufacturer: Brando
Small black and silver keyboard which connects to any computer through a USB port.
Market Price Estimate: $25
Manufacturer: various
Small-sized keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $50
Manufacturer: Adesso
Large-key and low vision keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $70
Manufacturer: More Keyboard
Large-key and low vision keyboard with a keyboard lamp to increase readability.
Market Price Estimate: $135
Machine-washable keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $60-200
Manufacturer: Seal Shield
Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch
USB keyboard with built-in mouse.
Market Price Estimate: $23
Manufacturer: Logitech
Low vision keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $80
Manufacturer: Visikey
Low vision keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $162
Manufacturer: Ai Squared
Worn on user's head and assists with typing, pushing buttons, turning pages, or holding writing utensils.
Market Price Value: $360
A wearable device that replaces a traditional keyboard and mouse.
Market Price Estimate: $250
Manufacturer: Tap Systems Inc.
Stylus which wraps around a user's wrist with Velcro to be used with keyboards and touchscreens.
Market Price Estimate: $87
Manufacturer: Limitless Stylus
Fits securely onto a user's hand and provides an unobstructed view of the keyboard to assist persons with limited finger movement with typing.
Market Price Estimate:$25
Manufacturer:AliMed
Helps people with decreased hand function use a keyboard, push buttons, and turn pages.
Market Price Estimate: $22
Manufacturer: Maddak
