Which aftermarket keyboards are compatible with a new Mac mini?

Which aftermarket keyboards will run with a new Mac mini


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Posted on Dec 4, 2025 7:52 PM

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Posted on Dec 8, 2025 11:23 AM

USB is universal so any keyboard will work - that said, if it includes any kind of programmable keys the application/driver would need to have a Mac version. And, of course, a PC keyboard would have an ALT key rather than an option key but you’d quickly figure that out. For a BlueTooth keyboard I’d specifically look for Mac compatibility. Most BT keyboards are labeled for use with Win and Mac but I always look for Mac compatibility. (Actually I always buy one that is compatible with both). The same basic advice applies for a mouse as well.

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Dec 8, 2025 11:23 AM in response to Renips

USB is universal so any keyboard will work - that said, if it includes any kind of programmable keys the application/driver would need to have a Mac version. And, of course, a PC keyboard would have an ALT key rather than an option key but you’d quickly figure that out. For a BlueTooth keyboard I’d specifically look for Mac compatibility. Most BT keyboards are labeled for use with Win and Mac but I always look for Mac compatibility. (Actually I always buy one that is compatible with both). The same basic advice applies for a mouse as well.

Dec 4, 2025 8:14 PM in response to Renips

So many!

Even a keyboard with keys intended for a Windows PC will work with a Mac, but you'll have to learn to use a few different windows keys in place of the typical Mac keys.


Do a google search or a search on Amazon for Mac compatible keyboards and you'll find what you need. USB keyboards will work whether USB-C or USB-A types. Though a keyboard with a USB-A plug will require the use of a USB-A to USB-C plug adapter.


If you're looking for a wireless Bluetooth keyboard, again search for one that lists compatibility with Macs in its description.


Macally and Logitech are two brands that market Mac keyboards. There are many other off brands as well.


Dec 4, 2025 8:17 PM in response to Renips

"Which aftermarket keyboards are compatible with a new Mac mini?: Which aftermarket keyboards will run with a new Mac mini"

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Vintage Keyboards Compatible with New Mac mini:

A wired keyboard(PS/2 or Serial) from the first decade (CRT iMacs) works just find on my 2002 iBook and 2007 MacBook. Never tried one(that I recall) on my 2010 and after Macs.


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Which aftermarket keyboards are compatible with a new Mac mini?

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