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Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard vs Adesso Tru-Form 150
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard
Adesso Tru-Form 150
Tested using Methodology v1.2
Updated Jun 21, 2023 01:42 PM
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Amazon.comTested using Methodology v1.0
Updated Dec 16, 2022 09:48 PM
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ConnectivityWireless
SizeFull-size (100%)
Switch TypeScissor
ConnectivityWired
SizeFull-size (100%)
MechanicalNo
Variants
- Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard (Black)
- Tru-Form 150 (Black)
Our Verdict
Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard
Adesso Tru-Form 150
The Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard is much better than the Adesso Tru-Form 150. The two have a curved keyboard design, but the Microsoft has a significantly better typing experience, with a lower pre-travel distance, and the keycaps have a better feel. The numeric pad is detached from the keyboard, unlike the Adesso, which has all the keys attached to the keyboard.
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Main Differences for
Threshold
Gaming
6.9
6.0
Backlight Features
0.0
4.6
Pre-Travel
1.7 mm
2.5 mm
Configuration Software
Build Quality
6.5
5.5
Typing Quality
7.5
4.5
Computer Compatibility
10
7.2
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
Full-size (100%)
Full-size (100%)
Height
1.4" (3.6 cm)
1.7" (4.2 cm)
Width
15.4" (39.2 cm)
19.9" (50.5 cm)
Depth
8.2" (20.9 cm)
9.2" (23.4 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
N/A
9.2" (23.4 cm)
Weight
1.98 lbs (0.900 kg)
1.76 lbs (0.800 kg)
Build Quality
6.5
5.5
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
ABS
ABS
Ergonomics
9.0
8.5
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
Yes
Ergonomical
Split Keyboard
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Minimum Incline
-8°
3.6°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
N/A
N/A
Home Row Height
24.5 mm (1.0")
Wrist Rest
Fixed
Hardware Customizability
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
Switch Stem Shape
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
0.0
4.6
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
No
Yes
Brightness Min
White Shot
RGB
No
Per-Key Backlighting
No
No
Effects
No
No
Software Controllable
No
No
Color
Multi-color
Color Mixing
Multi-Color (No RGB)
Backlight Clarity
0.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wireless
Wired
Detachable
No
No
Length
N/A
5.9 ft (1.8 m)
Connector (Keyboard side)
No Cable
Not Detachable
Wireless Versatility
1.1
0.0
Bluetooth
No
No
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
No
No
Proprietary Receiver
Yes
No
Battery Type
2x AAA
No Batteries
Macro Keys And Programming
4.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
Macro Programming With Software
Yes
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Non-Dedicated
Dedicated
Trackpad / Trackball
No
No
Scroll Wheel
No
No
Control Knob
No
USB Passthrough
No
No
Numpad
Yes
Yes
Windows Key Lock
No
No
Lock Indicator
No Indicator
Caps, Scroll & Num lock
Macro Programmable Keys
No
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
No Marketed Name
Rubber Dome
Switch Type
Scissor
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Key Switches
No Marketed Name
Rubber Dome
Mechanical
No
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Operating Force
57 gf
58 gf
Actuation Force
36 gf
35 gf
Pre-Travel
1.7 mm
2.5 mm
Total Travel
2.3 mm
3.9 mm
Typing Quality
7.5
4.5
Typing Noise
9.3
9.0
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
42.8 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
No
Noise
Quiet
Latency
0.0
5.3
Latency Video
Latency Wired
N/A
33.2 ms
Latency Receiver
N/A
N/A
Latency Bluetooth
N/A
N/A
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Picture
Software Tour
Software Name
Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center
No Software
Software Windows Compatible
Yes
No
Software macOS Compatible
No
No
Onboard Memory
No
No
Profiles
6+
No Profile
Account Required
No Software
Cloud Sync
No
Macro Programming
No
Ease Of Use
No Software
Computer Compatibility
10
7.2
Windows
Fully Compatible
Full
macOS
Fully Compatible
Partial
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Fully Compatible
Partial
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Android
Not Compatible
No
iOS
Not Compatible
No
iPadOS
Not Compatible
No
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
0.0
Android
Not Compatible
No
iOS
Not Compatible
No
iPadOS
Not Compatible
No
Media Key Compatibility
Not Compatible
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