--- product_id: 121174880 title: "KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20\" Extended Separation)" brand: "kinesis" price: "NZ$575" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/121174880-kinesis-usb-freestyle2-keyboard-for-mac-20-extended-separation store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # 2-port USB 2.0 hub built-in 20" max split for ergonomic freedom Low-force tactile membrane keys KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) **Brand:** kinesis **Price:** NZ$575 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⌨️ Split, Splay, and Slay Your Workflow! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) by kinesis - **How much does it cost?** NZ$575 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/121174880-kinesis-usb-freestyle2-keyboard-for-mac-20-extended-separation) ## Best For - kinesis enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kinesis brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built-in 2-Port USB Hub:** Expand your workspace effortlessly by connecting mice or other peripherals directly through the keyboard. - • **Plug-and-Play Simplicity:** No drivers needed—just connect and type on Mac OS X 10.4+ for instant ergonomic upgrade. - • **Ergonomic Zero-Degree Slope:** Minimizes wrist extension with a sleek, low-profile design that supports natural hand positioning. - • **Customizable 20" Split Design:** Tailor your keyboard layout to your unique posture and workspace, reducing strain and boosting comfort. - • **Mac-Optimized Layout & Hotkeys:** Seamless Mac integration with driverless multimedia and shortcut keys for peak productivity out of the box. ## Overview The KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac features an award-winning split design with up to 20 inches of adjustable separation, low-force tactile membrane keys, and a zero-degree slope to reduce wrist strain. It includes Mac-specific hotkeys and a built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub, offering a plug-and-play ergonomic typing experience tailored for professionals seeking comfort and productivity. ## Description Accommodates a wide range of humans From small to tall and body types in between, the Freestyle2 allows for maximum flexibility catering to each individual's unique needs. Narrow foot print for comfortable mousing and keying. At only 15 3/8 inches wide the Freestyle2 provides for close placement of any pointing device reducing over reach issues. Pivot Tether Both modules are connected together by a flexible pivot tether allowing an infinite range of splay and greatly reducing ulnar deviation. Slide Release Button Each keyboard module incorporates a slide release button that allows the attachment of both the pivot tether and the Incline Accessory. Provides total separation of both keyboard modules Disconnecting the privot tether allows up to eight inches of complete separation of both left and right keying modules. Perfect for individual needs ranging from a narrow footprint to complete separation. This design greatly reduces and/or eliminates ulnar deviation one of the leading causes of discomfort and pain while typing. Also available is a custom version that offers up 20 inches of separation. Sleek, low profile design Most keyboards including ergonomic models have a 10 degree positive slope from front to back. These designs tend to bend your wrists (extension). The Freestyle2 has a zero degree slope which minimizes the height, effectively creating negative slope and reducing wrist extension. 2-Port 2.0 USB Hub The 2-port 2.0 USB hub enables you to easily connect other input devices such as mice without having to access USB ports on your computer. Left Side Driverless Hot Keys Driverless hot keys for commonly used mouse actions. (Internet Page Forward and Back, Beginning of Line, End of Line, Cut, Undo, Copy, Select All and Paste). Top Row Driverless Hot Keys Like the new iMac keyboards plus more! Esc/force quit, Brightness, Exposé, Dashboard, Play Audio, Audio Volume, Dock, Eject & Off/Sleep (not shown). ## Features - AWARD-WINNING SPLIT DESIGN: Unlike fixed ergonomic keyboards, the Freestyle2 allows you to rotate and separate the key modules up to 20" to achieve natural hand, wrist and forearm positions for your specific body type and preferences. - STANDARD MAC LAYOUT: The Freestyle2 for Mac features a standard Mac layout with Mac-specific hotkeys, shortcuts and multimedia keys to boost your productivity. No software or special drivers required. - LOW-FORCE KEY SWITCHES: The Freestyle2 uses a custom membrane key switch that features a low-activation force and tactile feedback to reduce finger fatigue, impact and strain. - WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Freestyle2 keyboard with a standard Mac Layout and 20" linking cable, detachable pivot tether for adjustable splay, and Quick Start Guide. - PLUG-AND-PLAY: Mac OS X 10.4+. No software or special drivers required. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Antenna Location | Office | | Asin | B009ZNBJBM | | Best Sellers Rank | 149,721 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) 2,314 in Keyboards (Computers & Accessories) | | Box Contents | Keyboard | | Brand Name | Kinesis | | Button Quantity | 19 | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | MAC | | Compatible Operating System Family | MacOS | | Compatible Tablet Computer Models | AAUB P30 | | Connectivity Technology | USB, USB-A | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (172) 4.1 out of 5 stars | | Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 39L x 18.5W x 1.8H centimetres | | Item Weight | 1 Kilograms | | Keyboard Description | Mac | | Keyboard Layout | QWERTY | | Manufacturer | Kinesis Corporation | | Manufacturer Part Number | KB800HMB-US-20 | | Mechanical Keyboard Switch Model | Custom Membrane (Kinesis) | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger | | Model Name | KINESIS CORPORATION | | Model Number | KB800HMB-US-20 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Keys | 94 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Number Of Sections | 2 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Features | Multimedia Keyboard | | Series Number | 800 | | Style Name | Ergonomic | | Switch Type | Tactile (predicted) | | Theme | Ergonomics | | Total Usb 2 0 Ports | 2 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Upc | 607998800034 | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kinesis - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** MAC - **Connectivity technology:** USB, USB-A - **Keyboard description:** Mac - **Material:** Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene - **Product dimensions:** 39L x 18.5W x 1.8H centimetres - **Recommended uses for product:** Office - **Special feature:** Multimedia Keyboard - **Style:** Ergonomic ## Images ![KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZaX9eUG4L.jpg) ![KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zvSEghDGL.jpg) ![KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fglm0-hoL.jpg) ![KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81mfczxdW7L.jpg) ![KINESIS USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uKWsT2t1L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size Name** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What type of cable links the two halves of the keyboard please? Is it possible to replace the included cable with a longer one?** A: The cable isn't removable on my keyboard at least. 20" is very long though, not sure how much wider you could want it. At a certain point your arms can only go so wide lol **Q: Is this a uk or us layout?** A: The shift-4 character is a dollar sign $, while shift-3 is a hash #, so I think it is US, not UK. Hope that helps. **Q: Does it work for Macs?** A: I bought the one specifically called Kinesis Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac, so as expected it does work for Macs. Cannot say about any other Kinesis variants. **Q: Is this product in UK layout?** A: Not really. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Ruined by keyboard layout *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 7 February 2024* Not sure why they decided to break with the standard layout and put a set of keys on the left side of the keyboard. If you touch type you will keep accidentally hitting these keys. My solution was to cut out and gaffer-tape a piece of card over them. Not very elegant and after two years of having to re-tape the card I am now searching for another brand- A split keyboard that sticks to a standard layout. If you need to look at the keys when you type you might find these extraneous keys useful. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ holy crap this is amazing *by on Reviewed in the United States 22 October 2015* My first impression is... holy crap this is amazing. WHY are split keyboards not the standard? Regular keyboards, in comparison, make me think of Chinese foot binding. Right away, I'm typing at normal speed. I haven't gotten used to the layout of the extra/function keys, but then again I only just started using it. I do like the Mac-specific keys so far, though. I'm glad I picked this up instead of the PC version, since I'm on a Mac. I wasn't sure if the Mac product was inferior or something, but I don't see any evidence of that. Solid product so far.I imagine the keys could be better, but honestly... I just came from a Microsoft Sculpt and this keyboard feels way better. More accurate. More responsive. Since it's wired, I don't have to worry about wireless interference. The keys are not too light nor too stiff or noisy. Pretty quiet overall. Even compared to a Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000, the keys feel better.I can't emphasize enough how awesome the split aspect of the keyboard is. It took me no time at all to fall back into my normal typing rhythm. I was expecting an adjustment phase, similar to the Kinesis Advantage, but because it's still a flat keyboard without the funky key wells of the Advantage, it's easier to get used to. With other keyboards, the armrests on my chair make absolutely no sense, and in fact bother my elbow quite a bit due to repetitive irritating pressure. However, this keyboard lets me pull my shoulders back (which is super critical for good posture and warding off shoulder problems) and actually line my arms up with the armrests.It's not this often that I'm this happy with a product. There's always something wrong. I'm sure I'll notice something wrong soon enough. But my first impression is a high A grade.I am interested in the tent things, but at first glance it costs ~$50. Not too enthused about that, but I get that it's a specialty product. Kinda wish the tents came with. I could see that being a very good thing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solved my wrist pain! *by on Reviewed in Canada 2 March 2023* A bit of a learning curve as the B is the on the opposite side I used to use, but other than that being able to spread and fan the two halves of the keyboard into an ergonomic position has saved me from a lot of wrist pain. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kinesis USB Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac (20" Extended Separation) - KINESIS VIP3 Tenting Accessory for Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard (AC820) - KINESIS Ascent Accessory for Freestyle2 Ergonomic Keyboard --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/121174880-kinesis-usb-freestyle2-keyboard-for-mac-20-extended-separation](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/121174880-kinesis-usb-freestyle2-keyboard-for-mac-20-extended-separation) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*