Magic Keyboard vs Combo Touch - Which is Best?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 พ.ค. 2024
- I've bought the Apple Magic Keyboard & the Logitech Combo Touch for iPad Pro, and I wanted to share my thoughts on them! In this video I'll give my review of each, compare their Pros and Cons, and tell you know which one I prefer overall. Enjoy! ✌🏻
00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Similarities
00:52 - Magic Keyboard Design
02:49 - Combo Touch Design
04:45 - Size
06:16 - Lap Typing
06:43 - The Keyboards
08:09 - Combo Touch Function Keys
09:48 - Keyboard Shortcuts
10:10 - The Trackpads
10:44 - Trackpad Gestures
11:23 - Impact on Battery Life
11:41 - Price
12:06 - Final Thoughts
Thanks for watching! Please leave any comments & feedback below :) ✌🏻
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I bought the magic keyboard initially. The build quality was top notch, but I just couldn't get over the one angle you were stuck with. I got the combo touch, and I liked it soo much better. I actually like the fabric on the combo touch, and still having protection with the keyboard made me feel much better when not connected to the keyboard.
is the typing experience similar?
@@carlitosmexican7469 yeah it is
I hate the durability of the logic combo touch. Gone through two cases because each time the case for the iPad starts peeling when I don’t drop it or place it in conditions where the case could peel
@@carlitosmexican7469 It is for me. I actually think, besides the Apple build and the Apple style, I think the Logi is superior.
@@brianma8 do you have solution for that ? I'm planning to buy logi combo touch, but seeing used market photo, so many of them have bending and peeling at side section of the case like you explain. This thing make me doubt and try to search another alternative keyboard
Well, the Logi has better viewing angles, better protection, function key row, better backlit keys, and it's around $100 cheaper. I say it's a better deal to get more for less than less for more.
With poor lapability and no extra usb-c. Nah, Apple Magic Keyboard is a better product overall
@@goldfingerhardcore nah
@@goldfingerhardcore apple fanboy alert
@@goldfingerhardcore”lapability” I’m paying more then 100 dollars more for better lapability cmon man I won’t even work with it on my lap only in a table
@@feketto nahh
Dang, I was just watching this video and I literally thought that you were a verified youtuber by the quality of this video! You've earned a sub!
Edit: wow i've never got this many likes
Thank you! Welcome to the Channel! ✌🏻
Same!
Superbly done video! I’ve been using the Logitech Combo Touch on my 12.9” iPad Pro and I totally love it.
Quick Pro Tip for Combo Touch: pressing the volume up + Lock button on the keyboard quickly does screenshot similar to pressing to power and volume up keys. This is something reviewers fail to mention.
Thank you! That's a great tip. Never thought of that but it makes sense as it's the same buttons you'd use on the device. Thanks for sharing! ✌🏻
Do you know how to scroll up and down on non apple apps, without having to touch the screen?
@@tbhgolden2108 use the trackpad
OMG thanks! Ive been using ‘ctrl shift 3’ the whole time! TYYY
Thanks from 2023😊
The calmness, rich details, relevant takes, and phenomenal quality as a whole video! Keep those great videos coming.
Thanks so much! ✌🏻
Dude you are highly underrated, i have a feeling your gonna reach a million subscribers in no time💯
Thank you! Trying to put out some top quality videos! ✌🏻
I own the Apple Magic Keyboard and love it. I particularly like the strength and sturdiness. It works extremely well for my needs.
I literally got the magic keyboard just for the charger on the side, it’s really useful as I connect my accessories to the iPad port and charge using the port on the keyboard.
I prefer Logitech as I often use the iPad to read as well as a replacement for my laptop. I do not like to handle my iPad without protection as is the case if I would want to use the iPad (in portrait mode) with/without Magic keyboard.
Makes sense! The Combo Touch is best for protecting the iPad! 👍🏻
The main issue with the Combo Touch is durability, it starts to peeling around the corners and bending in the speakers cutouts, also, is very heavy. Already owned two of them.
Great review! The editing, colour grading, and overall production is insanely good! Subbed, you deserve more!
I put a lot of effort into making my videos, so thank you for your comment Nico, it means a lot! 🙂
Have had 12.9 with Magic Keyboard but switched to 11 with Logitech Combo. Fits my use cases a lot better.
It’s all about finding what works best for you!
The best review detailing every aspect and keeping it simple and clear. Hats off
Thank you! ✌🏻
Thank you for the great video! My coworker and I were surprised on how great a video you made and how many subs you had. You totally deserve waaaay more subs.
Thank you both so much :) Trying my best to put out top quality videos!
I have been looking for literally anyone to do a lap review of the combo touch so you have made it much easier to choose
Really haha! It was one of the first things I tried when I got them 😄 Glad it helped you! ✌🏻
Dude, this is like a university assignement the way youve compared the two. Exactly the right video i was looking for - but i will stick to Logitech as it offers more functionality and protection around the ipad.
Haha, thank you! I tried to cover everything I could think of! The Logitech is a great choice! ✌🏻
You’re the first review out of dozens that show the sketch mode!! That’s how I take my notes and I’ve been looking for a case/keyboard/sketch mode ❤
Nice one! Hope this keyboard case works out for you, thanks for watching Mathis! ✌🏻
Amazing review - so helpful! Thank you!
Glad you think so! Thanks for watching Aida! ✌🏻
I got the magic keyboard and I think it sounds amazing when typing, it was one impulsive purchase I actually loved.
Really well put together video, thanks!!
Thanks so much! :)
Great Job. Looking forward to future content.
Thanks so much! 🙏🏻
Very informative!! Great review 👌🏼👍🏼
Thanks very much! :) ✌🏻
Excellent review. Thanks. You did an excellent job of explaining your preference for one or the other based on the way you like to work, and also your hand size and height. You're a big guy. Great job.
Keep it up! This is an elegant review. You've earn a subscriber!
Thank you very much! :)
Just great review. To the point, detailed, clean. Thanks.
Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Perfect comparison. Subscribed!
I’m glad you think so! Thank you for subscribing :) ✌🏻
Great video, I love the camera shots. Very clean and concise. I personally have the Logitech Combo Touch & it’s one of my favorite electronic purchases ever!
Thanks so much Paulina! Great choice for your iPad! ✌🏻
@@JCKRGB 😄☺
Just found your channel. I really like the details you review and share as they align with my usage.
Thank you Robert! ✌🏻
Great work and thank you for the review!
Cheers! ✌🏻
Nice, clear review.Well done.
Cheers! ✌🏻
Detailed analysis, great shots and all condensed into less than 15 mins! - What's not to like - Instant subscribe!
Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel :) ✌🏻
My guy. It has been so difficult to find someone to make a video with their honest thoughts,. You've earned my sub and likes.
Thanks buddy! Welcome to the Channel! ✌🏻
Love this video I honestly think you should have more subscribers based on the quality of this video. Getting my I pad pro soon and I think I might just get the combo touch as I like having an extra bulk for protection as I tend to travel a lot with a backpack and from prior experience having a sturdy case will definitely help!
Thank you! The Combo Touch is great if you’re wanting extra protection 👍🏻 Enjoy your new iPad! :)
If you drop your iPad Pro it will most likely land on a corner or edge and it WILL crack the screen. Ask me how I know. I had the Apple smart folio cover and it offers zero protection. The Magic keyboard offers the same zero protection. Apple used to offer covers that at least covered the corners and edge. Ive had numerous iPads since the first one and never had any damage and go everywhere with it and have dropped one more than once. Never cracked one. One reason is the edges are protected. Same for my iPhones. A screen repair cost $700! Without a doubt I’m going with the Logitech. They look good , have more functionality, offer protection AND less expensive.
Thank you so much this helped me a lot
I’m glad it helped! Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Perfect video for me as I’m having trouble choosing between these keyboards
Glad it helped you! :) ✌🏻
Excellent!! Very useful. 👌🏾
Cheers! ✌🏻
Splendid review dude!
Thank you!
great review of both units
Thank you! Appreciate your comment! ✌🏻
Thanks for sharing your thoughts 😊
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Great comparison. You deserve more subscribers.
Thank you! :)
At first I thought he said "Loki-Tech" ; )
Yes I’ve had a couple people mention I say it wrong! I’ll get it right next time haha 😄
I’ve never seen a more in depth comparison other than this video. Thank you for providing useful information. I’ll be getting the Logitech because it is more fitting to my usage which is sketching 😁 I’m so excited for it to arrive this week together with my M2 iPad Pro 🥰🙈 can’t wait!
Thank you! This was one of my early videos I made when I first started the channel, I’m glad it’s still helping people decide which to get! Good choice with the Logitech! ✌🏻
@@JCKRGB I just subbed! Glad I found your channel! Hope your channel grows more because you deserve it 😊
Thank you! And thanks for subscribing 🙂✌🏻
Great job on this review!
Thank you Jake! ✌🏻
Really great review
Thank you! ✌🏻
Video quality is superb, hope to see this channel skyrocketing anytime soon
Cheers Dwight! ✌🏻
Great review, Subbed..!.
Great video Jack 👍🏼
Thank you very much! :) ✌🏻
Very good video, thanks!
Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Using the Logitech combo touch and I LOVE IT. I'm a writer and I'm in love with the keyboard :)
Quality content... subscribed 👍👍👍
Thanks so much! ✌🏻
I am using the magic keyboard and am very happy with it. A key has come loose and I went online to find how to fix it. For now it’s ok @2 is the key . That is how I found your video.Thanks for your clear and informative talk. I really enjoyed learning a few new things. I could not live without my iPad.❤
Thanks for watching Elisabeth! I’m glad you learned some new things :) Hope your key stays fixed! ✌🏻
I got the Combo for my 12.9 Pro and its awesome. Great review.
Great choice! Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Great content man. Subscribed
Thanks so much! ✌🏻
Great video man! Keep it up. I think I’ll go for the ComboTouch .
Thanks for watching! Great choice! ✌🏻
Dude… you just taught me so much about my Logitech. The 3-finger thing was unknown to me!
Happy to help! 🙌🏻 The gestures aren’t very obvious at first!
People = this is how you do review 💯💯💯
Hopefully, you’ll have more subscribers soon!
Thank you! :) ✌🏻
I have the iPad Air 4 and was debating which keyboard to get - the combo, folio or that from Apple. I like the very sleek and almost elegant look that apple’s magic keyboard offers however the somewhat minimal protection and fact that you have to take it off completely for drawing bothers me. I really don’t know!
I wavered between the Apple Magic Keyboard and the Logitech Combo Touch. And now I can decide which is best for me. Thanks a lot.
Well done sir. I currently have the iPad 11 inch folio this goes along with my iPad 11 pro I think I might lean toward a Magic Keyboard although I do wish it folded around to make it flat like my folio keyboard does with my 11 inch iPad Pro. Again well done. Thanks for sharing.
Nice review. I bought 10.5 Pro in 2017 with Logic Slim Combo and it’s still working perfectly. I’m about to buy the 11 pro, and thought should buy the Magic Keyboard or not. After watching your video, I think I will go with the Logic again this time
Glad I could witness the come-up.
😄 Thanks so much! ✌🏻
Something to note about the combo touch.
Logitech makes a combo touch for the 9th gen ipad 10.2, where as you cannot get a magic keyboard for the 10.2 model.
Amazing video man! Subbed
Thanks so much! ✌🏻
I just subbed at this channel.
Pretty quality overall dude, congrats for the perfect content.
Appreciate your support Matheus! Thanks for subscribing mate! ✌🏻
New sub ! , i really loved your videos, the quality, content and how you explain things, really appreciate it, keep going 💪🏽💪🏽
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nice review
Thank you!
logi take my money
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I love the way you pronounce Logitech. I’ve never heard it pronounced “low - gee” before. It’s an αbbreviation of logic so “lodge - ee “.
Haha thanks 😄Yeah I don't know why I say it that way. I say "Logi" like "Yogi" Bear haha! Lodge-ee makes way more sense!
This is more low key 😂
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Literally went straight to the comments to see if anyone else picked up on this xD
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Great video, I just picked up a 12.9 iPad Pro and I wasn’t too crazy about the Magic Keyboard. The Logitech is a great alternative. Cheers!
Thank you! It’s all about finding what works best for you :) Enjoy your Logitech! ✌🏻
Docking your ipad to portrait mode is the most brilliant idea I heard for an upgrade. They need to do add this in the future.
It would be so useful right! I hope they update the keyboards when the next iPad Pro releases! ✌🏻
Fantastic review, thank you. You should do this for a living!
That’s very kind of you to say, thank you Doug! ✌🏻
I was a fan of the logitech, but after watching this review I would have to agree that the magic keyboard would be my choice for the reasons you pointed out. Great review! Thank you
Thank you for watching! ✌🏻
This video did help me to decide the magic keyboard for my 12.9. I am 6’1” too and that setup on the lap is so important. The added charging on the keyboard itself is amazing
Pleased to have helped you :) For sure, I found the Magic to be much better for the lap as it’s more compact! ✌🏻
@@JCKRGB yes! Definitely worth the cost
Agree with it..
Great video ... As someone who has the first magic keyboard for my 2018 iPad Pro, I think when I go for the M1 iPad, I"ll grab the Logitech. I've found that the material on the magic keyboard does not age well - it's nearly impossible to keep clean and discolors quickly (smudges everywhere) - I literally hate everything about the material choice that apple uses on these keyboards. I will definitely miss the USB port on the keyboard though, as I often have it plugged in while also using the USB port on the iPad for peripherals.
Good insights, thanks for sharing!
I bought a surface pro 8 since I like the built in kickstand and was disappointed by how bad windows is to use on a touch screen. I returned the device after a week and went back to my 2018 iPad Pro. I tried to find a cheaper alternative to the Logitech case and I could not find a case that had the surface kickstand. I ended up buying the Logitech combo touch just for the case itself and rarely ever use the keyboard. I bought it since it protects the iPad, the surface kickstand, awesome build quality and If I want to use my iPad as a laptop all I have to do it attach the keyboard. This is so much nicer than the apple folio. I don’t have to deal with the a flap that covers the screen since the kickstand folds nicely into the case. I highly recommend. Just wish they made a version of the case that covers up the opening on the top for the Apple Pencil. I don’t have the pencil and I don’t want one. Now I’m left with a exposed area and it looks weird. That’s my only complaint.
Thank you for this fantastic video. I was looking for a keyboard for my air4 for university. Your video showed me that all keyboards suck and I shouldn’t throw my money out of the window for such a trash
Don’t understand why you would need to take out iPad from the combo case, that’s why it gives you more protection and thicker case 👊🏽
Oh for sure! But I tend to mainly use my iPad around the house and prefer not to have a case on it. But if you want that extra protection and don’t mind the extra thickness, the Combo Touch is the way the go instead of the Magic ✌🏻
I just got the magic keyboard on sale for 200 i like it so far but i was coming from smart folio keyboard so if you have that you are not missing much. This is a good case if you re mostly using iPad at a desk. If you move around a lot i would go with the smart folio keyboard if you can find a good deal or the low gee tech for extra protection.
I thought you had 300k subscribers but turns out you have 300 without the k. Definitely a nice quality video. I think I will choose the Magic Keyboard if I buy an iPad Pro 11" 2018 refurbished (once they are available).
Thank you! Trying my best to put out some top quality videos 👍🏻
Nice, refurbs are a great way to save a bit of money!
@@JCKRGB You’re welcome, do you know how often they restock ?
I don’t, I think they just restock as and when they become available. But I like to use refurb-tracker.com to create an alert so I get emailed when things become available on Apple’s refurb site. Check it out! ✌🏻
@@JCKRGB Ok thanks I did that ! Btw I checked www.apple.com/fr/shop/refurbished/ipad which show you an overall of available iPads and only one model of one configuration is available.
Yeah the stock goes in and out pretty quickly on the Apple website. The tracker website comes in very useful!
Just got my iPad Pro and thought I’d go the cheap route and get a stand and use my regular magic keyboard and mouse. I didn’t enjoy using the mouse with the ipad so hopefully I like the track pad. So I’m going to try to the iPad magic keyboard. But your video helped solidify which keyboard case option to go with. Thanks.
Thanks for watching! Hope the Magic Keyboard works out for you!
The best review of many comparing these two keyboards. You kept it simple, touched on every important topic, straightforward all the way.
Thanks so much! :) Glad that you think that! ✌🏻
Thanks for the video. Where did you get your wallpaper?
Cheers! It's made by Hector Simpson. You can get it here hector.me/wavey
I have the magic keyboard for my iPad Pro. I gotta be honest, I love the quality. I have small fingers, so the keys aren’t a problem. The only thing is you only have one angle which isn’t a huge problem for me.
These devices really boil down to doing different things for different people. I have had both but prefer the combo if for the sole reason that I can flip it into draw mode, or just disconnect the ipad from the keyboard while still having the protective bumpers around the edges. But, this is also based on me 1) drawing, and 2) being rough with my ipad too often to be comfortable without the bumpers on the combo touch.
Totally agree! They both have their strengths and weaknesses and it really depends on your own usage 👍🏻
Thank you for adding this comment I’ve been waiting for somebody to tell me which one was the most protected because I have severe arthritis in my hands and I drop everything. While I try not to pick up my iPad too much and walk with it, occasionally it’s necessary and I need something on there that’s somewhat protective at least. Thanks for the tip!
I agree, if only the combo touch was as sturdy as the surface pro series it would be perfect!
I scroll through the comments before watching the video and everyone was saying that you deserve more views -I totally agree. But I still don’t know which one to choose. (:
im your first 700 subscriber keep it up more video please 👏👊👍
Thank you Joshua! ✌🏻
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wait a min! you just have 989 subs!? You deserve more!
now its 990 :D
Haha! Thank you for your support! :) ✌🏻
I love the Logitech keyboard design but with both the older model of the keyboard and the newer version I found that they stopped working after 2 or so months. Also with the older version I replaced it multiple times and the same thing. It’s ready sad because it worked really well and was perfect in every way apart from that one aspect.
Good review. I have the Magic Keyboard, but if it failed, I would think of trying out the Logitech.
Great video. When closing both products, do they use magnets to help keep them closed, or do they just swing open with no effort? So the concern is when you're walking carrying it....you know, just opening up too easy.
I'm on my way to get Apple's 😂
Nice and clear, love the video. 🙏🏼
Thank you! Enjoy it! ✌🏻
Hey, did you test the sand colored or the oxford grey Logitech case? Not sure which to pick. Thanks so much for the informative video!
I’ve not seen the other colours in person, sorry!
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Thanks for your kind words and your support! :) ✌🏻
I’m so undecided!
I would choose the magic keyboard, but it is such a shame that if you take it off the iPad is naked and prone to scratching and damage. Some additional protection when you have to take handwritten notes would be nice. Like the MagSafe accessories having additional magnets for proper hold.
That’s the dealbreaker for me. I need something with protection around it at all times. Thanks for sharing
9:10 if you go into control center on the settings app you can enable a keyboard backlight control and change the backlight from the control center, hope this helps!
Yeah this was added after I made the video! Useful but I still wish the Magic Keyboard had function keys for things like that. Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Hands down, the BEST, most comprehensive, informative, no nonsense, unbiased review I've seen of these two products! Watching so many other big name YT'ers, you get the impression they're subtly taking a hidden side - plugging a "certain one" of these two products b/c they're getting a hidden kickback
Thanks so much, glad you think so! I try really hard to keep my reviews as fair as I can while being informative and to the point. Appreciate you comment! Thanks for watching! ✌🏻
Not really.
Should also consider the use of Apple Pencil, which is the reason for many people buying iPad
I have tried to use the magic keyboard with Apple Pencil for note taking and it sucks...
because only one viewing angle is allowed for the Magic Keyboard and that angle is impossible to write.
Some reviewers said flipping the iPad upside down, but the keyboard will actually block your view if you are on lecture
I am looking forward to change to Logitech Combo Touch for better integration with Apple Pencil.
The low view angle is perfect for drawing and note taking
I agree, the Magic Keyboard is more suited to typing than using it with the Pencil. You’d need to detach the iPad from it to use it comfortably. For anyone making lots of handwritten notes or doing lots of drawing, the Combo Touch would be the better option 👍🏻
As you said it's all about how you use your iPad, I really wanted to buy the MK because its really beautifully made but I use my iPad 40% in a worksop and 60% at home, at the workshop I need protection and for me that's the main problem with the MK, I also draw and edit photos with apple pencil and the MK doesn't provide comfortable positions for that. I think the MK is meant for people that wants to use the iPad basically as they would use a laptop but then, why not buy MacBook Air ? I understand the iPad Pro as a device for people that wants laptop functionality but that is going to do something different like drawing, editing photos and stuff that involves the Apple Pencil. Some people uses iPad Pro M1 12.9 and its gorgeous screen for media, for that you don't need a Keyboard but with Apple products protection is a must and MK doesn't give that. I would've bought MK if it had an option to detach the iPad but with some protection like the Logi, like a fusion of both designs
Very good points Andrés! I’m glad there are companies out there (not just Apple & Logi!) making very different form factors of keyboard for the iPad - to fit everyone different use of it! ✌🏻
I appreciate the excellent information on both but I would choice the combo any day!
The Combo is a great choice, thanks for watching Robert! ✌🏻
I've been using the Combo Touch on mi iPad Pro 10,5" for the last 2 years and I can say it keeps clean easier than it looks. I mean, unless you lay it on a dirty surface, it keeps clean. For me, the size of the trackpad is very important because my hands are not too small. The only negative aspect is the fact that we need a hub in order to charge the iPad while we use an external disk. Anyway, there are hubs that solve this issue. Obviously, the price difference is very significant.
Finally, I prefer to carry with 70 grams more weight and not to spend almost two times its price. Thus, the protection I get with the Logitech is not on the apple's keyboard. Good review, mate.
Thanks buddy! I too like the larger trackpad on the Combo Touch, I have massive hands 😄 For sure it’s the better option for protection and price point 👍🏻
Do you think its annoying to connect every time?