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Cherry KW X ULP 2.0 MINI, Ultra Low Profile Compact Mechanical Keyboard, Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard for up to 4 Devices, for Windows & Mac, Backlit, Black (Compact)
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Cherry KW X ULP 2.0 MINI

Bottom line: The Cherry KW X ULP 2.0 MINI ($184.22 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06): CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile switches rated to 50 million keystrokes, made in Germany; main trade-off: no numpad: compact layout drops the number pad for data-entry work.

$184.22

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile switches rated to 50 million keystrokes, made in Germany
  • ✓ Pairs with 4 devices: two Bluetooth 5.2 channels, one 2.4 GHz dongle, one USB cable
  • ✓ AES-128 encryption on every wireless channel, rare on slim mechanical boards
  • ✓ FN+W / FN+M toggles a combined Windows and Mac layout in 3 seconds
  • ✓ Ships with a recycled-neoprene transport sleeve for the tenkeyless slim chassis

Cons

  • ✗ No numpad: compact layout drops the number pad for data-entry work
  • ✗ White key backlighting only, no per-key RGB for the price tier
  • ✗ Ultra-low-profile travel feels shallow if you are used to full-height MX switches
  • ✗ Battery level shows only via the RGB LED in the CHERRY key while charging

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Cherry KW X ULP 2.0 MINI using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming peripherals category. Cherry's gaming peripherals lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for gaming peripherals of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Ultra-slim mechanical keyboard without numpad: As aesthetic and flat as slim keyboards and yet mechanical - incl. protective transport bag made of recycled neoprene for safe transport
  • Multi-device keyboard for up to 4 different devices: Two Bluetooth 5.2 channels, one 2.4 GHz wireless channel (each with secure AES-128 encryption) and one cable channel
  • CHERRY MX ULTRA LOW PROFILE switches: Switches manufactured exclusively in Germany, up to 50 million keystrokes, absolute precision and incomparable typing feel
  • Combined layout for Windows & Mac: Press FN + W for 3 seconds to activate Windows mode and FN + M for Mac mode - for optimal use of both operating systems
  • Stylish white illumination of the keys and additional coloured LEDs for status and special keys (+ RGB LED in the CHERRY key to indicate the battery level while charging

Full Specifications

BrandCherry
MaterialAluminum
Unit Count1.0 Count
Switch TypeTactile
ConnectivityBluetooth, 2.4GHz
Model NumberG8U-27050LTBUS-2
Power SourceRechargeable Battery, USB Powered
CompatibilityMac
Built-In MediaProtective neoprene case
Number of Keys81
Connection TypeWireless
Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
Special FeatureTenKeyLess
Antenna LocationGaming, Office
Hand OrientationAmbidextrous
Compatible DevicesPC
Enclosure MaterialAluminum
Additional FeaturesTenKeyLess
Included ComponentsProtective neoprene case
Keyboard DescriptionMechanical Gaming
Full listing titleCherry KW X ULP 2.0 MINI, Ultra Low Profile Compact Mechanical Keyboard, Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard for up to 4 Devices, for Windows & Mac, Backlit, Black (Compact)

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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