Experts recommend SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless more than Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB
As of 6 Jan 2025, experts prefer SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless over Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB, but both Gaming Keyboards have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless received 4 recommendations: from Tom's Guide (20 Nov 2024), Tom's Hardware (2 Jan 2025) TechRadar (21 Jun 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB received only 2 recommendations from PC Gamer (3 Jan 2024) and PCMag (13 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard | Tom's Guide  | Rtings.com  | Tom's Hardware  | PC Gamer  | TechRadar  | PCMag  | T3  | Laptop Mag  | Digital Trends  | GamesRadar+  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | - | $160 |  SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and responsive keyboard suitable for both gaming and typing, with SteelSeries' proprietary OmniPoint 2.0 switches, per-key RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options. | 5 | - | 4 | - | 13 | - | - | - | 5 | - |
| 21 | +1 | $199 |  Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB The Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB keyboard is a highly customizable and ergonomic keyboard ideal for gamers and professionals who require a personalized keyboard experience, with a split design, extensive customization options, and compatibility with multiple operating systems. | - | - | - | 7 | - | 9 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 3 Jan 2024 PC Gamer ranked Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB as #7
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 10 Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB The best ergonomic gaming keyboard... ... ... Source: www.pcgamer.com - On 13 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB as #9
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 10 Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB Best Ergonomic Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 20 Nov 2024 Tom's Guide ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless as #5
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 8 SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The best mini gaming keyboard... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 2 Jan 2025 Tom's Hardware
ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless as #4
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless Best Mini Gaming Keyboard... ... ... Source: www.tomshardware.com - On 21 Jun 2024 TechRadar ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless as #13
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #13 out of 16 SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless Most customizable gaming keyboard... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 7 Oct 2024 Digital Trends ranked SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless as #5
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 10 SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The best gaming keyboard for esports... ... ... Source: www.digitaltrends.com
After counting and adding up the 95 expert endorsements of the January rankings, SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless outranks Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB. This is not to say that Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB is a bad option. Like SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless outranks Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB by 17 positions. This indicates that, as of 6 Jan 2025, SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless is more critically acclaimed than Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB.
| Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard | Tom's Guide | Rtings.com | Tom's Hardware | PC Gamer | TechRadar | PCMag | T3
| Laptop Mag | Digital Trends | GamesRadar+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $170 |  Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $200 |  Asus ROG Azoth The Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard is a highly customizable and durable keyboard with hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches, extensive RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for gamers who prioritize a solid and stable typing experience. | - | - | - | - | 11 | 10 | - | - | 3 | 1 |
| 3 | - | $230 |  Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a customizable and durable mechanical gaming keyboard with two switch options and extensive RGB lighting and programmable key options. | - | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | 4 | - | 8 |
| 4 | - | $160 | SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and responsive keyboard suitable for both gaming and typing, with SteelSeries' proprietary OmniPoint 2.0 switches, per-key RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options. | 5 | - | 4 | - | 13 | - | - | - | 5 | - |
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Expert reviews [7]
Total expert reviews: 7
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Rtings.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 7 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by PCMag | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [11]
Total expert reviews: 11
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Basic Tutorials | 93 |
| Average score based on 11 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by PCMag | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- ERGONOMIC SPLIT DESIGN FOR TYPING AND GAMING: Move the right module out of the way and bring your mouse in close for improved endurance and more precise aim (eSports proven). rotate the left module for optimal key coverage or to squeeze into a tight space at a LAN. Or split the modules up to 20 inches and put your stream mic, HOTAS, or mouse in the middle for easy access. Separate the modules to shoulder-width for an ergonomic typing posture and add the lift kit tenting accessory to reduce forearm strain. The detachable Palm Supports now include all-new thick cushioned palm pads for even more comfort.
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From Seller:
- FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE and STUPIDLY FAST with OmniPoint 2.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic switches
- RAPID TRIGGER — Eradicate latency arising from the physical movement of the switch through dynamic activation and deactivation of keys based on travel distance rather than a fixed point in the key travel
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