Megalodon Triple Knob Macro Pad Programmable Designer Mini Keyboard 16 Keys (Black)

I will preface this by saying I have searched and read reviews for a while before deciding on this one. Why did you pick this product vs others?:I chose this one because it has the features of the others, however; one thing stood out for me- the ability to program this without having to download a clunky app. You go directly to an https:// website and viola. Connectivity:It connects via USB C on the device and USB A to your pc. I would prefer to have a wireless option but a cable is the most stable. Once in the webpage- you link it and it brings up your device. Ease of use:So, for me, it wasn't difficult. But ai will mention this is not my first macro pad and I have been in IT for almost 20 years. I can see how it would be confusing to an unskilled user, but I assure you that you will catch on quickly. Keyboard quality:This came packaged very well. I have included pictures showing it. Very protected. Excellent care. The quality of this is great considering the cost. It is solid and has some weight to it. The keys have a nice feel and are hot swappable. Which I have already done as well. Functionality:Overall, if you are buying this to be more productive then you have found something that is quite useful. Automating tasks is a huge time saver for me. This little pad has the ability to save macros for 16 keys and 4 layers = 64 different macros. My longest thus far is approximately 20 keystrokes. The dials an also be programmed but I am not quite sure what I want to use them for yet. Should anything change in the future- the quality or issues that arise, I will update this review. But for now, I am super glad I got it and it has worked flawlessly since I first turned it on.

Feels sturdy, has a satisfying weight to it. Took me a bit to figure out how to program it properly, but now it works like a charm. I use it for audio editing because of about a bajillion hot keys and macros I call regularly, and I can see this also being very useful for Excel or artwork. Also, being a mechanical keypad, you can swap out keycaps to customize it, which I love. I grabbed some custom keycaps with icons for my most commonly used macros.

Out of the box, you get 782 Bytes of storage. It has something to do with the .json file that was installed on the device that gives it such low storage space. After searching online for ways to increase the space, I was able to get it up to 2,082 Bytes which isn't much better. I write complex macros that need a lot of space, sadly I've only been able to add 3 of these macro's to this device before I run out of space. It's really too bad, because the build quality is great. As for programming it, it's pretty simple when using VIA App online. After I installed a custom .json file, I was able to use Vial App, which I liked better.

I’ve used this pad for over a week now and it has been great! It’s a sturdy reliable keypad that takes getting used to, like many new efficiency tools, but has helped quite a bit. I enjoy the satisfying mechanical keys and switches. I bought the yellow one with black keys and knobs and it has been helpful to get me away from my previous Clip Studio Tabmate, which relied on constant use of the thumb, often giving me cramps or fatigue. The key mapping was intuitive, granted I have previous experience with mapping a similar tool. As long as you stick with it and test it a bit, it’s perfect. I like how responsive this keypad. I’m actually glad that I got the wired version because it means that the keypad is always ready for use and I don’t have to keep turning it on and waiting a few seconds before using it. The smallest obstacles can tend to put me off my motivation to work, but this helps. The knobs are smooth with the smallest clicking resistance that you feel but do not hear, assisting the pleasing tactile experience. I don’t often write reviews unless I’m very displeased or really excited about something. The price point was just right on this too!

Edit: two days later after dissembling the product, per their item directions, resetting, updating the firmware, and then rerunning Via this is running well. It's tactile and heavy. Do not buy if you're not a tinkerer who already has very small hex screwdrivers. Via was pretty easy to get running. Macros weren't too bad to set up. The knobs were the hardest part because you have to know the key codes but you can find that easily enough. I'm happy I got it, but less happy about having to disassemble to get it running.Original: Setup was a nightmare. I'm still not done. I can't get it to switch layers. I believe the keymap is shifted by 2, so layer 1 (actually Layer 0, but that's not how it's listed on the pad) on the pad is layer 3, but I have absolutely no idea what layer 0 and 1 map to because once I toggled the swap none of the keys are doing what I've programmed them to do.I'm going to reset it to factory and see if I can dig out the issue issue with it being shifted. Which means I have to take the back off (per the instructions on the Keebmonkey website).2 stars gained for absolutely amazing build quality, feel, and the freaking awesome tactile knobs. Seriously. It is heavy enough that it won't go sliding around the desk. If I can get it to function with the layers in the right place I'll come back and update depending on how hard it is.

This is a great little keyboard. I use it for photoshop and other art programs instead of getting the keypads made specifically for art programs. I had some bad experiences with those, and figured a programmable little board with knobs would do the trick. It does! I am able to program all the buttons exactly how I like them. This thing feels sturdy. I love the weight, since it isn't super light. I feels very solid and worth the money. The switches are nice and have a nice sound to them for feedback.Overall, I really like this little keypad. You will have to use a program to set it up, and that can take some time to learn, but once you get to learn the program, it becomes a breeze!