Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition Review: Rock-Solid Typing

Henri Robbins Gear May 30, 2026 7:00 AM Review: Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition Keychron's K2 HE Concrete Edition sounds like a cute gimmick, but as I discovered, there's a really solid keyboard beyond the absurd choice of materials. Courtesy of Keychron $200 at Keychron Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Rating: 8 /10 Open rating explainer Information WIRED Novel case material. Great switches and keycaps. Enjoyable typing experience. Extensive performance adjustments through software. Bluetooth and 2.4G connectivity with USB-A dongle. TIRED Concrete case has significant tradeoffs in weight and practicality. In-browser customization requires physical connection. Lack of aftermarket switch options. Yes, Keychron made a concrete keyboard . The cause of scraped knees, bike-tire skid marks, and finger-painted signatures is now the foundation of a keyboard. Just where you'd least expect it. And to my surprise, it’s not quite as ridiculous as it sounds. Unlike the company's ceramic keyboard , the showcase material here is only the case; the keycaps are standard plastic. And unlike that novelty keyboard, which I found quite disappointing, I’m glad to say Keychron’s latest keyboard fares better. Maybe it’s just because I have a strong affinity for brutalism and the imposing pieces of architecture it spawns. The drab, slightly-warm gray has a certain, depressing charm that few materials can replicate. And underneath the shock value, there’s a genuinely well-made and coherent keyboard. Absurdity and Brutalism When I first started testing the K2 HE, I would mention it to quite a few people, saying “yeah, I’m actually reviewing a keyboard made of concrete right now,” and every single person would ask to see it. The very nature of it, something seemingly-absurd to the average person, makes it a true conversation piece. The material is often seen as industrial, lacking in taste or refinement and being reserved ent