I have had this keyboard for over 5 years and love it. It is not use a MX switch but a scissor mechanism. I chose it because I liked the way my laptops felt.
Had the K740 for 4 years and love it! I even continued using it after spilling a drink on it, resulting in the space bar making the sound mute! But now 2 keys have broken off and I need a replacement. So sad that they don't make them anymore
Love how he talks about the K740. I feel the same. I am a long-time user since 2008 or so, and own and use three (a forth I sadly left in office of previous employer). One upstairs, one downstairs, and one out of state. Damaged one key (i-key) and need to fix or replace.
I feel validated that so many people love these. I always wondered what the fuss was about mechanical keyboards and I never liked their feel (although I never tried all types of course). But I've had two K740s over my 17 years of professional translation, writing over 30 million characters on them (just work, not counting personal use). Had I only been smarter when I bought the second one after the first left CTRL wore out, I would have bought a bunch to last the rest of my career. :D
Great minds think alike 🥳 I've been using K740 Illuminated for over 10 years now. The problem is that if you type all day like I do, the keyboard does begin to make noise. But more importantly, Logitech has discontinued it. So, I'm looking for a slim, silent keyboard. Glad I found this review!
@@IBKade I ordered the wired version since it was only $25. It supposedly has "whisper quiet" keys. We'll see. I also ordered the Logitech MX Mechanical w/ Linear Keys. I tried it out at Best Buy and it was very satisfying. It reminded me of the K740 a lot. I'll let you know which of the two is closest to the K740.
Sure thing! I got the wireless stream for 28 bucks too. And the best thing about it from k740 is that it's wireless. Something I wish Logitech did for k740
@@joguarhs I'd say it's quiet but I don't know if it'd be quiet enough for you, but then again I'm comparing it to something like a mechanical which are notoriously loud
With how many "gaming" keyboards there are that are insanely expensive (especially if theyre low profile) i'd say this keyboard would definitely suffice for 90% of user cases who preferr low profile keyboards. Im currently on a logitech g815 and it's "okay" but even after 3 years of usage it still doesnt feel nearly as good as my razer lycosa from nearly 12 years ago, i might have to give this Cherry Stream a go.
I have the wired TKL version of the Cherry Stream and I confirm it is a great keyboard, especially for the surprisingly low price. And it's not like there is much choice for TKL scissor switch.
I loved how the key caps feel but this would be more suitable for people with bigger hands as the key caps were larger and wider than other keyboards I have used.
@@IBKade I looked at Facebook marketplace and someone in my area is selling one for like $5 barley used (based on the pictures). I will meet them tonight and will report on my results. I may have hit the jackpot lol
logitech k 740 is the best keyboard ever made imo. I type for a living. I have three but apparently I need to buy whatever stock is left... Why did they discontinue this..
K740 user since probably 2008. Finding a new keyboard has been a nightmare since they discontinued it mainly because of the key size/spacing. I've been without a working K740 for over a year (after being disappointed with the poor quality ones they were manufacturing in more recent years), and I still accidentally hit keys all the time because the K740 keys were just a little bigger/more spaced out. I find my hands are just a little too big for everything - keyboards, controllers, etc. Why why why why why did they discontinue it...I would pay double whatever they used to retail at. Gonna give the Stream a go.
Hello, is your opinion about this keyboard still the same 5 months later ? My k740 just died a few weeks ago after 13 years of loyal services ! Logitech apparently stopped the production years ago but retailers were still selling some, unfortunately I was too late for that. Also I am really annoyed by the cherry not having a palmrest... Thank you
Yes even though it's not quite the k740 it is still pretty nice and I am used to it now. I also love that it's wireless. The palrmrest is not there but the k740 really didn't have one so I think it's OK.
With the K740 and K800 now costing over a billion dollars used now due to them being discontinued, what do you think is the best keyboard that compares to these today as an alternative?
I bought a aluminium enermax aurora keyboard back in 2006 and its lasted me all these years.. i used it so much that the letters rubbed off the keys, but that didnt stop me at all.. but now it was about to retire the old girl and find something similar - slim, laptop style with scissor keys and I found this keyboard.. very similar to my enermax, feels the same too.. no high rise keys so nails or fingers catch on em & types beautifully. I highly recommend this keyboard. edit: I got the cable version cos' i couldnt be bothered replacing batteries all the time.
I kinda like it, but.... Keys are not concave enough and are too stiff. Compared to K740. Like it better than Razor BlackWidow v3 with yellow switches though
I've had this keyboard for over a year already and can confirm that this is the best and most durable keyboard I've had so far. So anyone looking to have this sort of half-height keyboard in wireless, look no further, this is it.
Logitech Signature K650 looks kind of like a wireless version of K740. The Lenovo Professional Wireless Keyboard (Part Number: 4X30H56841) is another good choice I think, and it has spill-resistant design. One thing to mention is that it seems Cherry Stream Wireless Keyboard is only wireless keyboard made by a reputable manufacture which uses replaceable batteries (AA batteries in this case) and at the same time has LED lights for num lock, scrlk, and CapsLock.
Would you still say the Cherry Stream is the ideal replacement for a K740 or is there another keyboard you recommend AND is there a way to buy the k740 for under 200$?
I bet this keyboard is very good but everything could be better. It should be improved with wrist support, lightning and the inversion of the hot keys. Volume keys should be on the right.
damn its almost my story :D i had logitech wired keobard from 2012 or smth, now 1 year back i wanted to move to my couch and needed wireless. ive been searching it for so long, just recently found out about cherry stream and boy oh boy its a dream, almost identical to my old logitech just wireless and with bateries its up to 3 years ( yep 3 years of batery, since it has no lighting and saving mode, they annnouced it on their site, maybe it will hold for 2.5 years or even 2 on ultra hard usage gaming programing, its still insane), no stupid rgb that fucks up eyes in dark or drains batery like those elite gamer keyboard that you plug few times per week... this is best keyboard and also pretty cheap.
Hello. Thanks for this review. I'm just wandering what is your opinion about Logitech K800, seems like being similar to K740 but wireless. And maybe you also have experience with Logitech MK540, MK710, MK850, MX900... they all seems being very comfortable, at least based on images 🙂 Would appreciate your feedback if you have experienced any of above, would really help me to decide which to order. Thanks in advance! And by the way, I own as well Cherry Stream Wireless and the TKL wired version, and I do share your opinion on them....really great keyboards, robust, etc. however the keys sound and feel is like rough and too synthetic for me, not as soft and confirmable as I'd expect from an office keyboard used for long long time everyday... but maybe because i use them since few weeks only...maybe I need months to get comfortable with them.
My CTRL key is starting to breakdown :( Sight (had this keyboard for more than 10 years I think) The K740 was just the best keyboard there was on the market... Why Logitech ? Why ?
personally, i would open the case, separate the layers and clean every single thing. maybe repair some traces (pen with metallic ink). but if the controller board is damaged, RIP
You don't want rechargeable. AA alkaline is superior in any way for keyboards and mice if you need wireless. Honestly wired is no problem for me and i never have to think about batteries. Imo the keyboard requires too much actuation force compared to old thinkpad laptops
dinovo edge is a premium version of the K740 with a touchpad. Had mine for over a decade but the battery is going. I'd buy it indefinitely if it wasn't discontinued. Mechanical keys suck balls don't get the clacky hype. noisy keys and gamer aesthetic is the worst thing about PC hardware. Nerds. Thanks.
K740 being off market is the worst decision that Logitech has ever made. No idea why they stopped making the k740 but I would love them to put them back into production. Cougar 200K is also out of production. No idea why no one makes a scissor key board anymore. Had I known when I bought my current k740 5 years ago, that they would stop making them, I would have bought every one on the damn shelf. No idea how a company could stop making the best keyboard ever. That cherry stream looks like cheap garbage and does not have backlighting.
Wireless is a useless failure point, need no reason for this sitting in front of monitor. Your Keyboard ist best, (if it is Logitech Lightning?) but its not produced since 2012.
I have had this keyboard for over 5 years and love it. It is not use a MX switch but a scissor mechanism. I chose it because I liked the way my laptops felt.
It's an awesome keyboard and even better price!
Had the K740 for 4 years and love it! I even continued using it after spilling a drink on it, resulting in the space bar making the sound mute!
But now 2 keys have broken off and I need a replacement. So sad that they don't make them anymore
Love how he talks about the K740. I feel the same. I am a long-time user since 2008 or so, and own and use three (a forth I sadly left in office of previous employer). One upstairs, one downstairs, and one out of state. Damaged one key (i-key) and need to fix or replace.
Haha thank you!
I feel validated that so many people love these. I always wondered what the fuss was about mechanical keyboards and I never liked their feel (although I never tried all types of course). But I've had two K740s over my 17 years of professional translation, writing over 30 million characters on them (just work, not counting personal use). Had I only been smarter when I bought the second one after the first left CTRL wore out, I would have bought a bunch to last the rest of my career. :D
I miss keyboards like these.
Great minds think alike 🥳 I've been using K740 Illuminated for over 10 years now. The problem is that if you type all day like I do, the keyboard does begin to make noise. But more importantly, Logitech has discontinued it. So, I'm looking for a slim, silent keyboard. Glad I found this review!
Haha that's awesome. Yea this isn't the k740 but it's OK. Tell me what you think
@@IBKade I ordered the wired version since it was only $25. It supposedly has "whisper quiet" keys. We'll see. I also ordered the Logitech MX Mechanical w/ Linear Keys. I tried it out at Best Buy and it was very satisfying. It reminded me of the K740 a lot. I'll let you know which of the two is closest to the K740.
Sure thing! I got the wireless stream for 28 bucks too. And the best thing about it from k740 is that it's wireless. Something I wish Logitech did for k740
@@herrwarmduscher5204 can you post your insights? I'm looking for a silent keyboard to not wake up my baby
@@joguarhs I'd say it's quiet but I don't know if it'd be quiet enough for you, but then again I'm comparing it to something like a mechanical which are notoriously loud
With how many "gaming" keyboards there are that are insanely expensive (especially if theyre low profile) i'd say this keyboard would definitely suffice for 90% of user cases who preferr low profile keyboards.
Im currently on a logitech g815 and it's "okay" but even after 3 years of usage it still doesnt feel nearly as good as my razer lycosa from nearly 12 years ago, i might have to give this Cherry Stream a go.
I have the wired TKL version of the Cherry Stream and I confirm it is a great keyboard, especially for the surprisingly low price. And it's not like there is much choice for TKL scissor switch.
Thank you!
I think it's the only TKL scissor switch so far.
I loved how the key caps feel but this would be more suitable for people with bigger hands as the key caps were larger and wider than other keyboards I have used.
Did you find another similar key board? Big fan of the logitech k740
I have gone down a rabbit hole since my co-working showed me their K740, I really want one. I may look into getting a cherry stream.
Haha, nothing quite like a k740
@@IBKade I looked at Facebook marketplace and someone in my area is selling one for like $5 barley used (based on the pictures). I will meet them tonight and will report on my results. I may have hit the jackpot lol
@@IBKade Found one via facebook marketplace for $5 in good condition. Hardly used and all the keys work.
logitech k 740 is the best keyboard ever made imo. I type for a living. I have three but apparently I need to buy whatever stock is left... Why did they discontinue this..
K740 user since probably 2008. Finding a new keyboard has been a nightmare since they discontinued it mainly because of the key size/spacing. I've been without a working K740 for over a year (after being disappointed with the poor quality ones they were manufacturing in more recent years), and I still accidentally hit keys all the time because the K740 keys were just a little bigger/more spaced out. I find my hands are just a little too big for everything - keyboards, controllers, etc. Why why why why why did they discontinue it...I would pay double whatever they used to retail at.
Gonna give the Stream a go.
Yes it's not quite the k740 but it's been decent. I do like that it's wireless!
Hello, is your opinion about this keyboard still the same 5 months later ? My k740 just died a few weeks ago after 13 years of loyal services ! Logitech apparently stopped the production years ago but retailers were still selling some, unfortunately I was too late for that. Also I am really annoyed by the cherry not having a palmrest... Thank you
Yes even though it's not quite the k740 it is still pretty nice and I am used to it now. I also love that it's wireless. The palrmrest is not there but the k740 really didn't have one so I think it's OK.
What are alternatives to k740 ?
Nice, ordered this keyboard today and so far it looks like i made a good choice. Really good price on these
Yes! I think you'll like it if you use it for work too!
Just ordered for 65 with removable silicone keyboard protector. It looks beautiful in white.
With the K740 and K800 now costing over a billion dollars used now due to them being discontinued, what do you think is the best keyboard that compares to these today as an alternative?
I bought a aluminium enermax aurora keyboard back in 2006 and its lasted me all these years.. i used it so much that the letters rubbed off the keys, but that didnt stop me at all.. but now it was about to retire the old girl and find something similar - slim, laptop style with scissor keys and I found this keyboard.. very similar to my enermax, feels the same too.. no high rise keys so nails or fingers catch on em & types beautifully. I highly recommend this keyboard.
edit: I got the cable version cos' i couldnt be bothered replacing batteries all the time.
How have the keyboard labels held up? I have had bad luck with Logitech and Microsoft labels wearing off.
@killabbop still on there and I use it daily
spaced tightly do mean the distance between Q and P are smaller on this than on the logitech?
RIP K740, you were a loved one :,,,(
The best
I kinda like it, but.... Keys are not concave enough and are too stiff. Compared to K740. Like it better than Razor BlackWidow v3 with yellow switches though
I've had this keyboard for over a year already and can confirm that this is the best and most durable keyboard I've had so far. So anyone looking to have this sort of half-height keyboard in wireless, look no further, this is it.
Logitech Signature K650 looks kind of like a wireless version of K740. The Lenovo Professional Wireless Keyboard (Part Number: 4X30H56841) is another good choice I think, and it has spill-resistant design. One thing to mention is that it seems Cherry Stream Wireless Keyboard is only wireless keyboard made by a reputable manufacture which uses replaceable batteries (AA batteries in this case) and at the same time has LED lights for num lock, scrlk, and CapsLock.
Can the keyboard hold the receiver/dongle? A lot of keyboards have a cutout where you can keep the USB receiver for the keyboard.
Would you still say the Cherry Stream is the ideal replacement for a K740 or is there another keyboard you recommend AND is there a way to buy the k740 for under 200$?
Hey man have you tried the Logitech k800 is it similar to the Logitech K740 = Much obliged.
What would be the wireless version of the k740 if there is one
Check out my review on the stream wireless cherry keyboard. It's a bit similar
I think there's a logitech K800, using the same switch as K740
I bet this keyboard is very good but everything could be better. It should be improved with wrist support, lightning and the inversion of the hot keys. Volume keys should be on the right.
damn its almost my story :D i had logitech wired keobard from 2012 or smth, now 1 year back i wanted to move to my couch and needed wireless. ive been searching it for so long, just recently found out about cherry stream and boy oh boy its a dream, almost identical to my old logitech just wireless and with bateries its up to 3 years ( yep 3 years of batery, since it has no lighting and saving mode, they annnouced it on their site, maybe it will hold for 2.5 years or even 2 on ultra hard usage gaming
programing, its still insane), no stupid rgb that fucks up eyes in dark or drains batery like those elite gamer keyboard that you plug few times per week... this is best keyboard and also pretty cheap.
Yes very cheap lol
Its a shame that Logitech is discontinued now. I tried getting one on eBay and the bidding went over $200. :(
Hi, great video, does the spaceber key wiggle on the Cherry keyboard? I mean like tilting when you press it off-center?
Thank you! Not too much. When you type, you eseocialy won't feel like it does. It's all pretty smooth
How's the latency ? Because I want to game with it too.
Not sure the exact specs of latency but I think it'll be fine
Hello. Thanks for this review. I'm just wandering what is your opinion about Logitech K800, seems like being similar to K740 but wireless.
And maybe you also have experience with Logitech MK540, MK710, MK850, MX900... they all seems being very comfortable, at least based on images 🙂
Would appreciate your feedback if you have experienced any of above, would really help me to decide which to order.
Thanks in advance!
And by the way, I own as well Cherry Stream Wireless and the TKL wired version, and I do share your opinion on them....really great keyboards, robust, etc. however the keys sound and feel is like rough and too synthetic for me, not as soft and confirmable as I'd expect from an office keyboard used for long long time everyday... but maybe because i use them since few weeks only...maybe I need months to get comfortable with them.
Same. Stream 3.0 is just too heavy to type on imo, but i prefere normal membrane or scissor membrane any day to mechanical of any kind
My CTRL key is starting to breakdown :( Sight (had this keyboard for more than 10 years I think)
The K740 was just the best keyboard there was on the market...
Why Logitech ? Why ?
I have the same logitech keyboard, I really love it...I want one wireless but its hard yo find one with similar keyboard.
I believe the k345 is a close one.
personally, i would open the case, separate the layers and clean every single thing. maybe repair some traces (pen with metallic ink). but if the controller board is damaged, RIP
I miss my K740 and my K800...
Thanks for the review. For once what seems to be a great keyboard that doesn't cost 150+
Thank you! Hope you get to try it out!
100%. BEST KEYBOARD EVER!!!!!!!!!!
That's right!
You don't want rechargeable. AA alkaline is superior in any way for keyboards and mice if you need wireless. Honestly wired is no problem for me and i never have to think about batteries. Imo the keyboard requires too much actuation force compared to old thinkpad laptops
Thanks for your comment! My battery has been lasting quite a while in this keyboard so that's great!
try Genesis 400 lith rgb :) scissors low profile keybord.
cant find anywhere to buy one in USA.
"or your home doesn't have any lights" what?
dinovo edge is a premium version of the K740 with a touchpad. Had mine for over a decade but the battery is going. I'd buy it indefinitely if it wasn't discontinued. Mechanical keys suck balls don't get the clacky hype. noisy keys and gamer aesthetic is the worst thing about PC hardware. Nerds. Thanks.
Yes the actuation force is more. The Cougar 200K is a much better option IMO but they stopped making that.
I see. Never tried that one
K740 being off market is the worst decision that Logitech has ever made. No idea why they stopped making the k740 but I would love them to put them back into production. Cougar 200K is also out of production. No idea why no one makes a scissor key board anymore. Had I known when I bought my current k740 5 years ago, that they would stop making them, I would have bought every one on the damn shelf. No idea how a company could stop making the best keyboard ever. That cherry stream looks like cheap garbage and does not have backlighting.
0:37 - BenQ X-Touch A800 ;)
Wireless is a useless failure point, need no reason for this sitting in front of monitor. Your Keyboard ist best, (if it is Logitech Lightning?) but its not produced since 2012.