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title: "Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard w/ VIP3 Lifters for Mac (9\" Separation)"
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# Low-force keys reduce finger fatigue 5/10/15° tenting angles with VIP3 lifters 9" adjustable split for custom fit Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard w/ VIP3 Lifters for Mac (9" Separation)

**Brand:** kinesis
**Price:** 84.74 OMR
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⌨️ Type smarter, not harder — your Mac’s ergonomic soulmate awaits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard w/ VIP3 Lifters for Mac (9" Separation) by kinesis
- **How much does it cost?** 84.74 OMR with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kinesis enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kinesis brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Elevate Your Posture:** VIP3 lifters offer adjustable 5°, 10°, or 15° tenting with cushioned palm supports to keep wrists neutral and strain-free.
- • **Ready Out of the Box:** Includes VIP3 tenting accessory pre-installed, adhesive palm pads, pivot tether for adjustable splay, and quick start guide for instant setup.
- • **Mac-Optimized Workflow:** Standard Mac layout with dedicated Cut, Copy, Paste hotkeys and a built-in 2-port USB hub—no drivers needed, just plug & play.
- • **Effortless Typing Experience:** Custom low-force membrane keys provide tactile feedback that minimizes finger impact and fatigue during marathon typing sessions.
- • **Tailored Ergonomics, Zero Compromise:** Split design with up to 9" separation lets you customize hand positioning for all-day comfort and peak productivity.

## Overview

The KINESIS Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard for Mac features an award-winning split design with up to 9" separation and adjustable VIP3 lifters offering 5°, 10°, or 15° tenting angles. It combines a standard Mac layout with dedicated hotkeys and a 2-port USB hub, requiring no special drivers. Low-force membrane keys reduce finger fatigue, while cushioned palm supports promote optimal wrist posture. This plug-and-play keyboard is perfect for professionals seeking customizable ergonomic comfort and enhanced productivity.

## Description

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Review: A great ergonomic keyboard - It took a little bit of time to get used to this layout, but this is a very good keyboard for those looking for ergonomic equipment. It takes a bit of time to get used to the design, but practice and regular use will make it easy to adjust. The keys feel great and my fingers have never ached after prolonged use. Changing width and tenting angles are both great for adjusting the keyboard for optimizing comfort. I also really like that this keyboard has separate keys for Cut, Copy, Paste, and Undo. They make those actions much easier. I haven't used the web home, back, or forward keys very much since my mouse already has back and forward buttons. My main disagreement about the design is that the B key is on the left section. I strongly think it should be on the right. The Fn key can be confusing because it stays active after pressing it. I'm used to Fn only being active while the key is held down. The Delete key can also take some getting used to because it's the same size as the Backspace key and the keys are very close to each other. I've had a few experiences where I've tried to use Backspace but ended up hitting the Delete key instead. These issues haven't been enough to hinder my experience, and overall I'm very satisfied with this keyboard.
Review: OMG, the best keyboard EVE! - It seems I type all day, and have gone through keyboards, have broken keys, and have particular criteria I need in a keyboard, and specific things I don't want. Important to me: ergonomic is #1. And part of that includes NOT having a numeric keypad attached. It means I have to over-reach and take my hands off the keyboard to use my mouse which slows me down. I've used the Microsoft Sculpt and loved it -- that is, until the doggle (?, the USB thing you plug into your computer) stopped communicating to the keyboard. So I bought another one. Except the new one had the same problem the old one developed after several years of great use. So I returned it. And the search was one. I got another one which had the same problem (the lag time between hitting the keys and it typing was either terribly slow, or the keys I typed never showed up. And then I started reviewing the reviews much more thoroughly, and it seemed NONE of the reviews of the ergonomic keyboards without numeric keypads had unanimously positive reviews. Except 2: one of them was about $200 + an additional $150 or $200 for the lifters. Well, if this thing works best with the lifters (which all reviews say it does), why would that not be included? Plus, it had features I didn't like and didn't really want, including bright red, blue and green lights on the keys, and keys you could program (largely for programmers, which I am not). Another feature I want is for the caps lock key to be backlit so I can tell at a glance if it's on or not. And then a friend sent me the link to this keyboard. It had all the features I wanted, none of the features I didn't want . . . at a fraction of the price. And the reviews were ALL positive. It's still costs more than the average run-of-the mill keyboard. But, when my friend compared it to when he buys a guitar.... he doesn't mind spending the money on a Les Paul. Well, my keyboard is how I make music!, and so I decided to go for it. It's my Les Paul! It was instant plug-and-play, I have the lifters in the halfway position, and am totally in love with it. It took zero time to get used to. So what that it has a cord. This keyboard is a dream. I'm so grateful to have found it!!!!!! You won't be disappointed. Oh, one more little thing. I use the little bumps that remind my fingers when they're on the home keys (or not!). These little bumps were rather little, and hard to sense. So I just added a little thing (a textured tape) to make the bumps bigger, and now my fingers find the home keys without my having to look!

## Features

- AWARD-WINNING SPLIT DESIGN: Unlike fixed ergonomic keyboards, the Freestyle2 allows you to rotate and separate the key modules up to 9" to achieve natural hand, wrist and forearm positions for your specific body type and preferences.
- ADJUSTABLE TENTING: The Kinesis KB820 model keyboard is pre-assembled with the popular VIP3 tenting accessory which enables 5, 10, or 15 degrees of tenting with integrated cushioned palm supports to keep forearms neutral and wrists supports for an optimal typing posture.
- STANDARD MAC LAYOUT: The Freestyle2 for Mac features a standard Mac layout with hotkeys like Cut, Copy, Paste, multimedia keys, and a 2-port hub. No software or special drivers required.
- LOW-FORCE KEY SWITCHES: The Freestyle2 uses a custom membrane key switch that features a low-activation force and tactile feedback to reduce finger fatigue, impact and strain.
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Freestyle2 keyboard with a standard Mac Layout and the VIP3 tenting accessory and palm supports pre-installed onto the keyboard for maximum convenience, adhesive cushioned palm pads, detachable pivot tether for adjustable splay, and Quick Start Guide.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009ZNBJK8 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #244 in Computer Keyboards |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (874) |
| Date First Available | October 4, 2010 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.12 pounds |
| Item model number | KB820HMB-US |
| Manufacturer | Kinesis |
| Product Dimensions | 15.4 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** KINESIS
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Mac OS X 10.4 or newer Apple iOS Devices (iPhone, iPad)
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Keyboard Description:** Ergonomic
- **Keyboard backlighting color support:** Single Color
- **Product Dimensions:** 15.4"L x 7.1"W x 0.9"H
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Office
- **Special Feature:** Ergonomic
- **Style:** Mac Layout

## Images

![Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard w/ VIP3 Lifters for Mac (9" Separation) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71s2HLuda2L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this have mx cherry switches?  If so, what color - brown/red/blue?  Thanks**
A: Hi this does not have the MX switch.

**Q: Is this a VIP3 (with wrist pads) or a VP (without)? Please correct the name of this product.**
A: Kinesis Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard KB820PB-USLeft and Right V-Lifters: the V-lifter quickly and easily alternates the slope of the keyboard from 10 to 15 degrees, positioning your forearms and wrists in a more comfortable position by reducing pronation.*Integrated, padded palm supports ensures that wrists are neutral while resting.*Use with or without the pivot/tether. The pivot tether connects the two keying modules of the Solo keyboard together. Disconnect the pivot tether if greater separation is required.*Provides a highly stable typing platform with no "bounce"*Requires available USB port Compatible with PC, and Linux* systems.

**Q: Is this a wireless/bluetooth keyboard?**
A: Nope. It connects with a wire, unfortunately. It is so fabulous in every other way that I decided to put up with that. In looking around for a good split keyboard for my MacBook, I found that the best ones weren't wireless.  Good luck to you.

**Q: What are the dimensions? I have a limited keyboard tray area for it, so this would be helpful to know. Thanks.**
A: It's large; haven't got a tape measure handy, but I had hoped it'd be smaller and more portable; it's at least the size of your standard desktop-computer keyboard. The actual surface area it takes up will be even more because of it's configurability (i.e. not supposed to be in a simple rectangle format).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great ergonomic keyboard
*by A***N on August 17, 2025*

It took a little bit of time to get used to this layout, but this is a very good keyboard for those looking for ergonomic equipment. It takes a bit of time to get used to the design, but practice and regular use will make it easy to adjust. The keys feel great and my fingers have never ached after prolonged use. Changing width and tenting angles are both great for adjusting the keyboard for optimizing comfort. I also really like that this keyboard has separate keys for Cut, Copy, Paste, and Undo. They make those actions much easier. I haven't used the web home, back, or forward keys very much since my mouse already has back and forward buttons. My main disagreement about the design is that the B key is on the left section. I strongly think it should be on the right. The Fn key can be confusing because it stays active after pressing it. I'm used to Fn only being active while the key is held down. The Delete key can also take some getting used to because it's the same size as the Backspace key and the keys are very close to each other. I've had a few experiences where I've tried to use Backspace but ended up hitting the Delete key instead. These issues haven't been enough to hinder my experience, and overall I'm very satisfied with this keyboard.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ OMG, the best keyboard EVE!
*by A***A on April 2, 2022*

It seems I type all day, and have gone through keyboards, have broken keys, and have particular criteria I need in a keyboard, and specific things I don't want. Important to me: ergonomic is #1. And part of that includes NOT having a numeric keypad attached. It means I have to over-reach and take my hands off the keyboard to use my mouse which slows me down. I've used the Microsoft Sculpt and loved it -- that is, until the doggle (?, the USB thing you plug into your computer) stopped communicating to the keyboard. So I bought another one. Except the new one had the same problem the old one developed after several years of great use. So I returned it. And the search was one. I got another one which had the same problem (the lag time between hitting the keys and it typing was either terribly slow, or the keys I typed never showed up. And then I started reviewing the reviews much more thoroughly, and it seemed NONE of the reviews of the ergonomic keyboards without numeric keypads had unanimously positive reviews. Except 2: one of them was about $200 + an additional $150 or $200 for the lifters. Well, if this thing works best with the lifters (which all reviews say it does), why would that not be included? Plus, it had features I didn't like and didn't really want, including bright red, blue and green lights on the keys, and keys you could program (largely for programmers, which I am not). Another feature I want is for the caps lock key to be backlit so I can tell at a glance if it's on or not. And then a friend sent me the link to this keyboard. It had all the features I wanted, none of the features I didn't want . . . at a fraction of the price. And the reviews were ALL positive. It's still costs more than the average run-of-the mill keyboard. But, when my friend compared it to when he buys a guitar.... he doesn't mind spending the money on a Les Paul. Well, my keyboard is how I make music!, and so I decided to go for it. It's my Les Paul! It was instant plug-and-play, I have the lifters in the halfway position, and am totally in love with it. It took zero time to get used to. So what that it has a cord. This keyboard is a dream. I'm so grateful to have found it!!!!!! You won't be disappointed. Oh, one more little thing. I use the little bumps that remind my fingers when they're on the home keys (or not!). These little bumps were rather little, and hard to sense. So I just added a little thing (a textured tape) to make the bumps bigger, and now my fingers find the home keys without my having to look!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great feel and ergonomics; special keys don't work for my purposes
*by J***A on April 4, 2015*

In the brief time I used this keyboard, it seemed like a very good quality, comfortable keyboard with good build quality. Unfortunately, it didn't serve my needs. I previously used a Kinesis Ergonomic Maxim keyboard, and I depended on being able to remap the right Windows key and Menu key for special functions, while leaving the left Windows key as a modifier key. The Freestyle2 only has one Windows key, so I can't do that. I knew that, but I assumed I'd be able to remap the other special keys on the left as needed. But they can't actually be remapped as independent keys; they're only shortcuts for other existing keys or key combinations (at least as far as Linux can tell; perhaps it's different under Windows). For instance, pressing the Cut key sends a left Control key keypress, an X keypress, an X key release, and a left Control key release, so it's absolutely identical as far as the computer can tell to pressing Control-X. I'd just live with it if the keyboard had a distinct right Windows key so I wasn't *losing* functionality over the older Maxim keyboard. I'm very disappointed, because I love the ability to have the two halves of the keyboard separated and I really love the feel of the keyboard. If all the keys were distinguishable I would be very very happy. I'd recommend it for anyone who just wants a good ergonomic keyboard and doesn't want to do funny things with key layouts. This is, of course, a fairly specific use case, and there aren't going to be very many people it matters for. But I wanted to share this as a little caveat for anybody who was hoping to use this with Linux (or, perhaps, anybody who was hoping to remap the additional special-function keys in software for Windows or Mac, although I can't be 100% certain Windows and OS X can't tell them apart from the corresponding key sequences on the main part of the keyboard).

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