iClever Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard Review
Wouldn’t it be nice if keyboards were lighter, more portable—maybe even foldable like a smartphone? I used to dream of a future like that (cue distant stare).
Well, someone went ahead and made that dream a reality with the iClever Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard. It doesn’t have a snazzy name, but it sure is compact. So yeah, I bought one—and here’s my review.
I’ve Already Bought 5 Keyboards
This is the third keyboard I’ve bought in my search for the perfect main keyboard. My current contenders are:
- Keychron B1 Pro ($39.99)
- lofree Flow Lite ($119.99)
- Microsoft Designer Compact Keyboard ($36.34)
- iClever Bluetooth Foldable Keyboard ($37.99) ← Review this
- Logitech MX Keys Mini Minimalist Wireless Illuminated Keyboard ($98.90)
My Keyboard Preferences Are Pretty Simple
I don’t have many must-haves when it comes to keyboards. Here are my basic requirements:
- English-layout keyboard (Looks cleaner)
- Lightweight (I travel with it)
- Minimal key remapping (just want to assign “Convert” and “Kana” keys for language switching)
- No palm rest (just gets in the way)
I’ve customized keymaps so I can toggle between English and Japanese using the spacebar’s right-side key and the key above Tab. It’s just muscle memory now—no changing it.
iClever Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard Specs
Here’s a comparison between the iClever Foldable Keyboard and my trusty Elecom mini keyboard ($16).
| Feature | iClever Foldable | Elecom Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
| Key pitch | 0.67 in (17mm) | 0.75 in (19mm) |
| Key height | 0.28 in (7mm) | 0.39–0.79 in (10–20mm) |
| Key travel | 0.055 in (1.4mm) | 0.059 in (1.5mm) |
| Connection | Bluetooth (up to 3 devices) | Bluetooth (up to 3 devices) |
| Power | Rechargeable (USB-C) | 2x AAA batteries |
| Backlight | None | None |
| Key remapping | Not supported | Not supported |
| Weight | 6 oz (170g) | 9.9 oz (281g) |
| Size | 13 x 4.7 x 0.24 in | 11.2 x 4.8 x 0.79 in |
| Price | $38.99 | $29.99 |
Compact and Ultra-Slim Design
The biggest selling point? This keyboard folds up to a ridiculously compact size. Compared to something like a Galaxy S25, it’s just a bit bigger when folded up. Pretty wild for a full keyboard.
See also : Galaxy S25 Review
And it’s light. Super light. We’re talking lighter than a cased Galaxy S24. You’ll pick it up and go, “Wait, this is a keyboard?”
Solid Build Quality for a Foldable
Despite being foldable, the iClever keyboard is not cheaply built. I’ve owned some truly awful foldables in the past, but this one is surprisingly solid.
No, it doesn’t feel premium. But it’s functional and decently built for the price. It feels like something I could use long-term—maybe even become my go-to. It gave me hope.
Alice-Style Layout Might Be a Lifesaver
The layout is… interesting. It’s that ergonomic “Alice-style” layout, where the keyboard is split and slightly angled in a V shape. Your hands sit more naturally, which could help with shoulder tension.
Compared to my flat Elecom keyboard, the difference in hand posture is noticeable. It feels like the keyboard is kind to me. I actually thought, “Is this the perfect keyboard?” (Spoiler: no.)
❌ Weird Key Layout is a Dealbreaker
That’s where the good stuff ends. Once I started typing, the cracks began to show.
First off, the key pitch is just 0.67 in (17mm). Not a huge issue, but it feels a bit cramped compared to the standard 0.75 in (19mm). I could live with that…
…But then I realized it’s missing an entire row.
No function keys. I knew this when I bought it, but thought “It’ll be fine.” Lots of people use 40% keyboards, right?
Wrong.
The worst part: no dedicated Delete key. It’s been replaced with Backspace in the top-right corner. If you want to hit Delete, you have to press Fn + Backspace.
This is a nightmare. I use both Backspace and Delete constantly—they’re fundamental. Having them compete for the same key? Huge dealbreaker.
And no, you can’t remap them.
I thought I could adapt. I was wrong.
❌ Slippery Back = No Grip
One more complaint: the back material is too smooth, which makes the keyboard slide around on your desk. Yeah, it feels good in your hand, but during actual use? Not so much.
Of course, you can fix this with anti-slip stickers like GRIPLUS (which I’ve reviewed before), so it’s not a dealbreaker. But it’s still an oversight.
Final Verdict: Great Idea, Flawed Execution
The iClever Foldable Keyboard had potential. The portability, design, and concept are impressive. But that funky key layout? Not worth adapting to.
In the end, I realized something: standard keyboard layouts matter.
Why? Because they’re replaceable. Swapping keyboards shouldn’t mean relearning everything. A truly usable keyboard needs to prioritize continuity and compatibility. This one didn’t.
That said—if they fix the layout, restore the function row, standardize the key pitch, and add proper grip on the back—it could be a winner.
Oh, and by the way, the product’s currently unavailable on Amazon. Probably because they mislabeled the key pitch as 0.75 in (19mm) when it’s actually 0.67 in (17mm).
If you’re more interested, you can purchase it at the link below.
