Are Alice Layout Keyboards Actually Better?

If you've spent any time lurking in mechanical keyboard forums or browsing Instagram setups, you've definitely seen those weird-looking alice layout keyboards that look like someone took a standard keyboard and snapped it across their knee. They have this distinct V-shape, a split down the middle, and often come with two spacebars instead of one. At first glance, they look like a prop from a sci-fi movie or something only a hardcore enthusiast would touch. But lately, they've exploded in popularity, moving from high-end custom collectibles to something you can actually buy off the shelf without spending a month's rent. ...

May 16, 2026 · 6 min · Talya Wall