The 9 Best Smart TV Keyboards
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Couch keyboards, thumb-size minis and air-mouse remotes for smart TVs, compared on connection and touchpad. The Logitech K400 Plus suits most homes. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
Google TV, Fire TV and many Samsung and LG sets accept an ordinary USB or Bluetooth keyboard, but a touchpad often does little outside the web browser. Roku is the exception and points owners to its phone app. These picks are for anyone tired of spelling out passwords and searches one letter at a time with a remote.
Editor's Notes
October 23, 2026, by Ezvid Wiki Editors:
The Logitech K400 Plus now leads this list. It isn't flashy, but it pairs a wide touchpad with quiet keys, needs no pairing, and Logitech rates its batteries for well over a year. The Arteck HD197 is the pick for anyone who wants Bluetooth and full-size keys. It replaces the Arteck HW197, which shares its body but lacks Bluetooth and a rechargeable battery.
Several older picks had to go. The Logitech K600 and Rii K24T have left the market, and the ANewKodi 2.4GHz and WeChip W2 Pro no longer turn up for sale. The iPazzPort KP-810-19S left over mixed reports on its touchpad and connection. The Fosmon 23022KB, Rii X8, Rii MX3 and Rii RK707 stay, joined by the Arteck HB305, Rii Mini X1 Plus and Tecknet EKB005.
The most useful evidence was a long-term living-room review of the Arteck board and a recent roundup that spells out which TV platforms take a keyboard at all. For the small handheld boards, makers' setup notes mattered most, since they flag traps like the adapter cable a Fire TV stick needs.
Earlier notes
November 9, 2020, by Brett Dvoretz:
Smart TVs have added a whole new level of functionality to home entertainment centers. To make the most of them though, it can be a good idea to get yourself a compatible keyboard like those on this list. They make it considerably easier than the onscreen virtual keyboard to type out long search terms, and, with the added touch and directional pads most offer, allow for quicker and more convenient menu navigation.
Those who use their TVs for non-console gaming will want to consider a model that is equipped with joysticks, such as the Rii RK707. Conversely, if you don't do any gaming, but your smart TV doubles as your main home computer, then you'll probably want something that offers a full-sized design, like the Logitech K600 and Arteck HW197. The former takes the place of the K400 Plus, which we previously recommended, because it has a longer wireless range, a physical directional pad, and the ability to sync with three devices.
Though small, the Rii X8 makes scrolling up and down on web pages much easier than many others because of its built-in scroll wheel, so you aren't left struggling with using the touchpad for that. Offering a similar design, but minus the scroll wheel, we have the ANewKodi 2.4GHz.
Those who prefer something that doesn't differ too much from a traditional remote in size will like the Rii K24T, iPazzPort KP-810-19S, Rii MX3, and WeChip W2 Pro. These last two actually have a button layout on the non-keyboard side that is very similar to what you would find on a normal remote, so should feel very familiar to most people. The Rii MX3 even has five keys that can be programmed to control various TV functions, such as power and volume.
November 8, 2019, by Brett Dvoretz:
The last time we updated this list, the majority of the models on the market had a very similar design, so there was little to differentiate between them. Thankfully, that has changed and there are now a plethora of keyboard sizes and shapes available, making it easier to find one that perfectly suits your needs.
Along with removing models simply because they were too similar, we also found issues with some our previously recommended models now that there is more user data to rely on. For example, the Jelly Comb Mini was eliminated because it seems to suffer from Bluetooth connectivity issues, and the FeBite MX3 Pro just had overall durability problems.
Additionally, some were removed due to newer versions being released. The Rii i8+ was replaced with the Rii i4, which features a convenient scroll wheel, multiple brightness settings, and supports both Bluetooth and USB connectivity for increased device compatibility.
For those who prefer their keyboard to have a form similar to a traditional TV remote, we have included the Rii X1, iPazzPort KP-810-19S, and Wechip W1. Each of these fits comfortably in one hand, however the Rii X1 is our favorite of the three due to the variety of versions available and its device compatibility range.
If your smart TV doubles as a home computer, then you'll want something like the Logitech K400 Plus, which has a full-sized QWERTY layout for efficient typing. Of course, this means you probably won't place it on the bed or couch next to you while watching a show.
Gamers will be best served by the Gakov GAU6, which has a layout similar to a Playstation controller, so if you grew up playing on one of their consoles, your reflexes should be just as quick when using this.
Special Honors
Roku Mobile App Roku players don't accept a keyboard the way Fire TV and Google TV do. Roku's free phone app is the practical answer: it lets you type searches and passwords with your phone's keyboard and works as a remote on the same Wi-Fi network. roku.com
Check What Your TV Will Accept
A Bluetooth keyboard skips the port but only pairs if the TV offers keyboard pairing in its Bluetooth menu.
A keyboard can only help if the TV or box treats it as an input. Google TV and Android TV sets generally do, and so do Fire TV devices, according to a BGR roundup of smart TV keyboards. Some LG and Samsung models do too, but support varies by model and year, so check the TV's manual for USB or Bluetooth keyboard support before buying. Roku is the outlier: BGR notes that Roku steers owners to its phone app for typing and pointing instead.
The connection matters next. A keyboard with a USB receiver needs a free full-size USB port on the TV or box. Streaming sticks rarely have one, and Rii says its X8 needs a micro-USB adapter cable, often called an OTG cable, to work with a Fire TV stick. A Bluetooth keyboard skips the port but only pairs if the TV offers keyboard pairing in its Bluetooth menu. Some TVs list Bluetooth only for headphones and speakers.
Finally, the touchpad. On Android and Google TV, a cursor usually appears anywhere. On many other TVs it shows up only in the web browser, and the TV's own menus ignore it. If that's your set, a model with arrow keys, or the TV maker's free phone app, may serve you better.
USB Receiver Or Bluetooth
A USB receiver is the simple path. Plug it in and the keyboard works, with no pairing menu to find. Logitech rates the K400 Plus receiver at about 33 feet (Logitech), which covers almost any living room. The catch is the port, and some receivers only talk to that maker's keyboards.
Bluetooth frees the port and lets one keyboard serve several screens. The Arteck HD197 holds a receiver connection plus two Bluetooth devices and switches with one key. In a long-term look at that Arteck design, PCWorld found that tracking over Bluetooth held up better across the room than over the receiver. Bluetooth links can be slower to wake after sleep, though, and a TV that doesn't list keyboards in its Bluetooth menu won't use one at all.
Keyboards that offer both, like the Fosmon 23022KB and Rii Mini X1 Plus, are the safest bet if you aren't sure what your TV supports or plan to move the keyboard between a TV and a computer.
Full-Size, Handheld Or Remote-Style
Full-width couch keyboards, like the Logitech K400 Plus and the Arteck boards, sit on your lap and let you type with both hands. They suit people who search, sign in or browse a lot. RTINGS rates the K400 Plus as a basic, all-plastic board with some flex, which is a fair trade for its price and battery life.
Handheld minis are thumb keyboards. They're fine for a password or a show title and easy to leave on a side table, but long typing gets tiring. Remote-style air mice like the Rii MX3 move the pointer when you wave them, and the Rii RK707 adds a full gamepad for people who play on an Android box.
Power is the last choice. AAA models such as the K400 Plus and Tecknet EKB005 run for months on a set of batteries. Rechargeable models, including all the backlit ones, need a cable every few weeks. Their lithium cells call for basic care: use a normal USB charger, don't leave them charging on a soft surface, and stop using any keyboard whose case starts to swell.
How we researched this
We compared 17 smart TV keyboards, from full-size couch boards to handheld minis and air-mouse remotes, and read makers' spec pages and setup notes for the 9 picks. We drew on a long-term living-room review from PCWorld, a 2026 roundup from BGR and RTINGS' notes on the Logitech K400 Plus, analyzed patterns in owner feedback, and checked every brand against U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall records.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use a regular keyboard with a smart TV?
Often, yes. Google TV, Android TV and Fire TV devices accept USB or Bluetooth keyboards, and so do many Samsung and LG sets. Check your TV's manual for keyboard support first.
Is Bluetooth or a USB receiver better for a TV keyboard?
A USB receiver needs no pairing but uses a port. Bluetooth keeps the port free and can switch between devices, but only works if the TV supports Bluetooth keyboards. Models with both are the safest choice.
Will a wireless keyboard work with a Samsung or LG smart TV?
Many Samsung and LG models accept standard USB and Bluetooth keyboards, but support varies by model year. The touchpad may only move a cursor in the TV's web browser.
Do TV keyboards work with Roku or Fire TV?
Fire TV devices pair with Bluetooth keyboards, and a stick needs an adapter cable for a USB receiver. Roku doesn't take keyboards in the usual way; its free phone app handles typing instead.
Do I need a keyboard with a touchpad?
Only if your TV or box shows a pointer, as Android and Google TV do. On other TVs, a keyboard with arrow keys is often more useful.
