RedragonK585 DITI Wired One-Handed RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, 42 Keys Type-C Professional Gaming Keypad w/Upgraded Hot-Swappable Socket, 7 Onboard Macro Keys & Detachable Wrist Rest

So it finally happened — my beloved Logitech G-13 gave up the ghost. After years of patching it together and a final, hopeful autopsy, I had to admit defeat. It now rests in peace somewhere in the garage, never to grace my desk again.Over the past two weeks, I dug through every possible replacement. The market isn’t exactly overflowing with options, but I finally landed on the Redragon K585 DITI. The reviews were mixed — not amazing, not terrible — but it seemed like a decent shot.🖐️ First ImpressionsIt’s basically half a keyboard — no frills or fancy curves, just a straight-up slice of the left side. But that simplicity has its perks.Setup was quick and painless. I downloaded the software from Redragon’s site and was programming keys in minutes. I pulled up my Logitech G-Hub and began transferring profiles — smooth process overall.🎮 Layout & UsabilityThe K585 has plenty of programmable keys, and its standard keyboard layout makes it familiar to use. That’s a double-edged sword — it lacks the ergonomic curve and intuitive thumbstick of the G-13, which was a huge plus for wrist comfort and muscle memory. I do miss that design, especially during longer sessions.That said, the magnetic wrist rest on the K585 is a nice touch — not perfect, but helpful. I even tried modifying it with some padding underneath, but ironically, that made it worse. Still, out of the box, it gets the job done.⚔️ Performance in ActionIn-game, the K585 really shines. The mechanical keys are responsive and satisfying, a major upgrade from my 17-year-old G-13. Whether in combat or fast-paced gameplay, the key presses feel snappy and precise. Mechanical keys absolutely rule — there's no going back.🚩 Minor FlawThe one real miss? No indented or textured key — especially on the W. Most gaming pads have some tactile marker to keep your fingers centered during chaotic moments. This one doesn’t. A simple bump, texture, or raised edge would make a big difference for feel and orientation.✅ Bottom LineDespite a few comfort trade-offs, the Redragon K585 DITI is a great value. Tons of customization, solid performance, and easy setup. For the price, it’s hard to beat.💡 My wishlist for a “Pro” version?A raised or removable ergonomic wrist restReplaceable indented keys for better finger positioningA little more curve to mimic the feel of the G-13If Redragon released that version and doubled the price? I’d buy it in a heartbeat and finally call it: the true successor to the G-13.

So I have to say, this thing is pretty cool. The build quality is surprisingly very sturdy with relatively heavy plastic. The Blue Switch keys sound great and press well. The magnetic palm rest is really nice. The extra USB port is handy.Couple things to note about the product. The cord is USB C into the keyboard and USB A into your PC. You can program the 7 macro keys (G1-G5, ~ and T) by using the keyboard itself (though only with keys that already appear on this left-handed keyboard), OR you can download software from manufacturer's website that allows you to program ALMOST every key (FN key, Rec key, and maybe one or two others excluded). This latter software method is good if you want to reprogram any of the normal letter keys or if you want to program a key to use a key NOT on this keyboard already (example: Windows key or Enter or any right-side characters or arrow keys). There are 4 layers or modes you can have (accessed via the M1-4 keys), so you can theoretically have a 4 sets of keys programmed. You can set the RGB LED color setting for each layer/mode as a visual clue for what layer/mode you're active on, which is really handy. It does not have a Windows key, which I wish it did, but using the software method you can program another key to be the Windows key (though unfortunately you can't reprogram the FN key for this purpose). The size of the keyboard is larger than I expected, but it's good. The optional key re-programming software is decent. The bottom space key is easily accessible for my thumb. The right top G1 key, though, is not so comfortable for thumb press and I'll need to use my index finger for that one. The top right key (right of F4) is the m character (though a few programs read it like an F5) and I guess has special meaning in some games or something.Overall, this is really quite nice. It can easily be used as a macropad or shortcuts-specific extra keyboard too, which is cool. Have to say, the ~$30 spent on it seems well worth it.