Kinesis Freestyle Pro Low Force mechanical numpad for PC

An ode to the Freestyle2 Low Force mechanical numpad

Secret weapon

Did you know that a numeric keypad is actually the secret weapon of accountants and bookkeepers? They call it the "Number Cruncher" because it helps them quickly and accurately enter enormous amounts of figures. But beware, if you tap on it for too long, you might just get "Number-itis" - a condition where your fingers are so used to typing numbers that you start seeing them everywhere!

Why the Freestyle2 Low Force mechanical numpad?

Supplement

Using the Kinesis numeric keypad is especially useful for people who work extensively with numbers, such as accountants, bookkeepers, and data analysts. The numeric keypad is a special supplement to the standard keyboard and includes the numbers 0 to 9 and several extra keys such as a plus, minus, and backspace key.

The advantage of a separate numeric keypad is that you can place it both to the left and right of your keyboard. If you operate your mouse with your right hand, you can place the numpad on the left. This way, you can keep your mouse close to you, and shoulder complaints, among other things, are prevented. Do you mouse with your left hand? Then place the numpad on the right.

MX switches

The keypad is equipped with Brown Cherry MX mechanical switches, known for their high quality and durability. These switches have a long lifespan and offer responsive and tactile feedback when typing, providing users with a pleasant and efficient typing experience. You can read more about mechanical switches here.

What makes the Freestyle2 Low Force mechanical numpad so good?

The keypad comes with a USB-A cable that you simply plug into your PC. After a quick installation, you can start immediately. On the sides of the numpad, there are two USB-A inputs where you can connect a (low-power) device such as a mouse or hard drive. This gives you two extra USB ports at hand, and you don't have to fiddle with cables behind your PC again.

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Little brother

The Kinesis numpad seamlessly complements the split Freestyle2 keyboard. It is designed in the same style, giving the keyboards the same look and feeling. This does not mean, however, that the numpad cannot be used with other keyboards.

Pros and Cons

•  USB-A input for small devices
•  Easy to use
•  Prevents shoulder complaints
•  Can be used left and right
•  Not suitable for Mac

Brief specifications

How happy will my body be with this?

Product features

•  Solution for shoulder complaints
•  For people who work extensively with numbers
•  Can be placed both left and right
•  Brown Cherry MX mechanical switches
•  PC connection via USB-A cable (1.8m)

What's in the box?

• 1 x Kinesis Freestyle2 Low Force mechanical numpad
• 1 x Brief manual

Frequently asked questions