Logitech G815 and G915 Comparison and Detailed Review

[@therealfuriousjones]

This is a very solid review of these keyboards. Straight forward, easy to follow, descriptive explanations that relate to exactly what I was seeking to know.

[@kingdedede9135]

Best freakin review on these two keyboards on the whole damn website. Thank you for your work, you are appreciated!

[@InimicusSolitus]

I just got the G815. The low-profile design is what I have been searching for, for a long time. Having used other mechanical keyboards, I always found them to be just too tall for me. I do prefer a wired keyboard, wireless is not something I need. I have an under desk pull-out for my keyboard/mouse, so the wires are always hidden anyway. This is the best keyboard I have ever used by far. Very solid construction, it's built like a tank! Highly recommended, even at it's high price - now my wife wants one too :)

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Yeah, glad you like it too!

[@BucifalulR]

May I ask what switches you got and maybe why?

[@VictorOrange]

@@BucifalulR I bought my G815 tactile with brown switches…. It’s the best move I’ve made. Low profile for the keys are extreme benefit for typing. It’s honestly a good overall keyboard. It’s a preference, but pick what you want

[@BigDrewski1000]

I just picked up the 815 off of E-Bay for $57 used. No idea why people sell these things. Guess a low profile keyboard isn't for everyone.

[@chrisafp071]

I also just got the G815, returned a Huntsman Elite after I saw this keyboard at Bestbuy. This is so much more sleek, it just feels more solidly made, and all of my previous Logitech products just do not DIE! I have the G502 Lightspeed with the wireless charging mousepad (Powerplay). All incredible products. The typing experience on this keyboard is PHENOMENAL! So happy I found this before my return period was up on the Huntsman Elite.

[@damienphoenix1843]

Thank you for this awesome review. Side note- you kind of look like Julian Casablanca from the Strokes.

[@MikeBCNU]

First time on your channel.. First impression is positive.. your voice is clear and not obnoxious. Your pitch and speed are excellent with nasal reverberance that i find friendly.. I know a weird review.. The tech info is on point and you dont stumble on your words or go off on a tangent. Your delivery is almost Instructor like. Do you have this type of history? The grey showing through says you have lol. Keep rolling brother.. going to watch some of your other content

[@anoniem9518]

Thx for your review! I took the G815, not because of the price difference, but because batteries deteriorate over time.

[@Ali-in8xi]

This was one of the best tech videos I have ever viewed. It has helped me make an informed decision on which keyboard is best for me. Thank you for being so thorough!

[@mathewhunt81]

great video! when i first saw it was longer than usual i almost didnt click on it. im so happy that i clicked on this video! it told me every single thing i needed to know in just one video instead of having to watch 5 or 6 to find this much information. thanks for making this video!

[@ThorDyrden]

still have an ancient g710+ for nine years now ... slowly due to replacement (though it still works and I keep it cleaned... but some keycaps are becoming loose and e.g. the num-lock led is glowing almost invisible by now - esp. compared to the usualy off leds besides it). One point I noticed - and am pretty sure I'll appreciate - is, that the 815/915 only has five G-keys now - leaving the Esc-key in the upper-left corner. Cause also I use this keyboard daily for years now - every once in a while I hit G1 instead of Esc. Thanks for the very detailed review - one of the best I could find.

[@stephenallen4635]

The amount of "reviews" for these keybaords that ive watched that dont even mention the switch types makes this one a breath of fresh air. Hopefully I'll be able to snag the great deal ive found on a g815 tactile to see how good it is for myself.

[@JosueHernandez-nu5cp]

I just picked a g815 locally for 30 bucks, condition is practically new… what a steal lol

[@St0dal]

usualy i just write troll comments. BUT. You realy did a great and comprehensive review. it was infact so good, i almost did not like or comment becausei thougt this video would already have tousannd of them. i think if you do what you do now. but more, there is no way you fail. im sick of those querky tech reviewers.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Wow, this is a very helpful comment! Appreciated! I will keep trying to get out content as fast as I can. I know what you mean about some of the review videos out there... some seem overly "commercialized" to me, and then I wonder how honest the review is. My plan is to stick to real reviews.

[@TheXTI]

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[@Dropswitch]

I think as an additional Con, I would like to see it use a type C connection instead of the micro USB connector just for durability.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Yeah, I don't know that I'd call that a con for me, but I do see your point!

[@pepper419]

Your video is one of the best, they're rare. Thank you.

[@davehayter312]

Excellent video! I've watched several review videos on the Logitech G815 / G915 keyboards and your video by far was the most thorough. I'm going to pick up the G815 wired linear version! Subscribed. 👍

[@dannymo4390]

Hello! Saw your thumbnail before reloading the main page and it caught my eye - so I searched for it and the video is solid!

[@StrangerInParadise58]

Excellent review - thank YOU!

[@CaggieBreezy]

what a good review, this is the best review i've ever seen. so detailed, bro thankyou i'm gonna buy the G915 tomorrow. I'm so hyped thanks to you

[@williamjones5612]

How can anyone not like this guy. His reviews are spot on!!! Keep up the great work. Jason Bourne would love this.👍👍

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks man, appreciate it!!

[@Absydion]

Thanks for the clear review.

[@theREALfrancyz]

Great job man

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks!

[@ogonek]

Great review! Regards

[@lifsys]

Yep, solid review - thanks!

[@SigalDa]

I have linear one and I love them. The linear sound grown on me and I found it so satisfied.

[@wayneseudath6302]

Excellent review! Of all the reviews I've seen on the G815/915 yours was by far the most informative. Other reviewers seem like they speed up the video 2x and cram a script in as fast as they can. I like your approach, it's much easier to take in the information.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

That's really nice feedback, and much appreciated!

[@jakethomas5338]

Great video and great advice!

[@camilloaleman6277]

Great review man

[@BuffaloTLK]

Another con is that som of the additional characters on this keyboard like the exclamation mark, hashtag, dollar sign, etc do not light up. I mean to me it's a big con for a keyboard with this price tag.

[@bioniclelegend7]

Very indept review which I really liked. Went into every detail that I was looking giving good cons and pros for each.

[@tooter5250]

Nice review. I just purchased the 815, I wanted the wired version to be able to get into my bios on my desktop, always good to have a wired keyboard for that purpose (I have built many PCs and dig into the bios). The ability to get into the bios is an advanage of a wired version. One negative is that, one some keys, like the number keys on top, and many on the right side of the keyboard, the secondary symbol is not backlit, and thus you need a light on the keyboard to see these. That is about it as far as negatives; this is a killer keyboard, I have the clicky version, and it's really not that loud, and the feel is just great. The macro keeys and the G HUB software is top-notch; pretty easy to pick up and extremely rich in features. I have much to learn, but not that steep of a learning curve, as some features are easy to access and use on day one. I have a number of Logitech productrs, and generally find them qualilty at a fair price. This keyboard is just top notch, not cheap, but top notch quality. Anyway, my 2 cents. I appreciated your review. Thanks so much. .

[@KINGJADEX]

This is a fantastic, thorough review! I hope you do more reviews in the future! :)

[@pariharb]

Very nicely covered. Best review video on youtube for these keyboard comparison.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Wow, thanks!

[@arni222]

great video, just what I needed before buying it, thanks !

[@Barncore]

Very thorough review man. Have a like.

[@rilauats]

Hey, enjoyed this first review so much I will definitely watch more Modern Tech Reviews. And you one another subscriber! I just broke an older LogiTech keyboard (before the G logo). I considered the G915 TKL - hence, no worry missing the NumLock light.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Marke522]

Thanks for this video, just convinced me to buy another keyboard !

[@0nemanartis430]

Thank you for a straight to the point review, hopefully you will continue making more reviews!

[@NorthernLightSouth]

Thanks, such a great review! Very easy to follow and a joy to watch. Answered all my questions

[@jeffstrains4014]

I am getting the 815 wired, Moving from an older alien ware, I want something large it measures out to the largest one I have seen so far.

[@FreshSqueezedLightning]

Great review! Very clear

[@dullahan81]

Very nice review. I have decided for the G815. Keep up the good work.

[@Egniboy2]

Thank you, good review!

[@Gaijin_blood]

im looking to buy it but i have doubts cus its kinda on the expensive spectrum. But your review helped a lot! i guess I know why to buy it ^^

[@MrDanielbly91]

Love the Star Wars photo in the background

[@sandeepsajeev6048]

Thank you for this. It was really helpful.

[@jhaycis446]

returned my logitech g915 and kept the redragon k618 horus. Quality is like 90% similar and doesn't need to be connected to software as you can save custom color mapped keyboard and save it to the device. Doesn't disconnect once idle like others are complaining. It might have been an issue prior but software has been updated and never had any problem using it. For 1/3 of the price compared to logitech, best keyboard purchase ever.

[@massamune70]

Good job on the video man. I wish you all the best and long life on KZbin. Subbed!! 👍👍

[@NeFjuS]

Great review ! Just want to add something, i have bought the 815 like 2 years ago and the G-hub could not recognise it, searched on the forums for the problem and the problem was the same for lot of ppl... and for a long time. when i saw you video today i tried to download the g-hub again and it finally works !

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

That is awesome to hear!!

[@jonb6947]

Great review! I Almost didn't click because of the thumbnail. I think getting a cleaner, more professional looking thumbnail will draw more people to your videos, because the actual content is great!

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks for the tip!

[@cameronmma9576]

Deserve more subs sir. Really informative

[@zenleaf4914]

Great work, mate! I rarely post comments, but you definitely deserve a lot more subs! I know it's hard hours, but keep it up! :)

[@nandeshrasiklal3914]

Amazing review. Thanks for being insighful. I wanna know next what switches are the best. I hope you have a video abt it somewhere.

[@KS_edits]

you definitely deserve more subscribers!

[@cardshark3223]

Superb review

[@dudu1153]

Great review, keep up the good work!

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks a ton!

[@_.go._]

I just bought a G915 TKL, but thinking of getting a G815! A really nice review. Thank you for posting this one!

[@pepper419]

My favorite keyboard was the Logitech solar. it doesn't light and the keys are almost flat. it's really thin but I didn't require lighting. My only complaint about it was the volume control. Going at it without looking, as I frequently did, I would accidently shut the PC down instead as the buttons were right next to each-other.

[@jimtekkit]

The G815/915 Tactile might suit someone coming from a laptop keyboard into mechanical keyboards but wanting to retain most of the quiet operation. I personally don't really like it. They keys wobble around excessively and somehow the actuation is a bit too heavy when typing fast, so it's just not enjoyable to use. Not a bad keyboard but not great either.

[@dndallasta]

Great video but I wanted to add my $0.02 on the switch selection: coming from a Razer keyboard, the sound the switches make in the G815 and G915 is really tame. In most videos comparing the switches, they sound insane. In person, the gl tactile one (which is the one I got) almost sounds like a non-mechanical, run-of-the-mill keyboard so If I could go back and choose again I'd get the clicky.

[@Konuvis]

Agreed. I just tested a few at Best Buy for my first mechanical and the Logitech was by far the most comfy, and nice sounding. I just wish it had a wrist rest.

[@dndallasta]

@@Konuvis Yeah, same. CoolerMaster makes a very simple, foamy wrist rest that has just the right height for this keyboard and it's pretty cheap. Ended getting myself one of those.

[@Konuvis]

@@dndallasta Nice, I'll check that out. Which model do you have? WR510? 530?

[@Estorium]

@@Konuvis Did you end up getting a wrist rest? I bought the 815 and would like to get one, but I will need to buy online and am not sure which one is the right height.

[@Konuvis]

@@Estorium Not yet. I haven't even bought the keyboard yet because I'm waiting for my room to be finished.

[@rickmens6110]

very very very nice video. i only wish you could have done a typing sound test

[@deimosadrastos6172]

Okay! I am sold on the G815. If the G915 had the pass through like the 815, I would get it. I like my current mouse, and as nice as wireless sounds, I don't see a need for it. My PC is hooked to my TV and Monitor. I am not set up at a desk, so wireless is very tantalizing lol, so a Pass through would have been great on the 915

[@michaelmiles352]

Great review, but I'm a real newbie, and old one at that and looking to learn what all the buttons are for.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Hi Michael! So... I am pretty sure I covered the buttons in my video. But the M1-M3 are just 3 different macro setups. You can program the G1-G5 keys with various macros. So M1 gives you 5 keys, then with M2 or M3 you can program different macros to your G keys, etc. MR is "Macro Record" which allows you to create a custom macro by recording your keystrokes. The wireless button puts it in Wireless mode which allows it to talk to the USB dongle that comes with this keyboard (G915 only). The Bluetooth button allows you to connect without the dongle, as long as your computer has Bluetooth. The "Game Mode" button basically just disables the Windows key so you don't get the start menu by accident while playing a game. The Brightness button changes the brightness of the lights on the keyboard. And then there's the media keys, which control music playback if you use a music program that supports it (most do.)

[@tofu_golem]

I have to disagree with you about the macros. The macros in G Hub have a place for putting arguments when you launch an application, but the arguments never get passed to the application that is launched. If you want to pass arguments to an application on launch, you have to create a batch file, and launch the batch file with a G Hub macro. While I don't mind creating batch files, why bother putting a place in G Hub for entering arguments if you're not going to bother to pass those arguments to the app upon launch?

[@pepper419]

I've got the 815 and wish I didn't have those two bright lights for caps and numbers. I have a feeling I'll end up coating them in nail polish. They're too bright. The other problem is my MR button: I can't figure out how to turn the darn thing off and it's so bright red. What do I do with that? The rest of the keyboard is light blue and stands out dog's Balls.

[@mathewreyes3251]

subbed. first review I watched was awful compared to this one. way bigger following too. let me know if you have not sold the g815. Might be interested

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Hey, thanks Matthew!! I put a ton of work into making my videos, so comments like this are a big deal for me. And unfortunately, I sold my G815 even before my video went live. Haha. Still loving my G915!

[@14TacomaDR]

They has the same issue my old G710+ does. The marking on the the keys when you use shift are not lite up. I spend time looking for them .There difficult to see. Also had my A and S keys shaft break. To replace them you have to buy complete key set.

[@willhen50]

One CON you didn't mention, is the secondary characters are not clearly visible.

[@Konuvis]

I recently tested the Corsair, Razer, Steelseries and Logitech and I liked the feel of the G915 (tactile) the best. I love the low profile keys. I was going to buy it but wanted to check if there was a wired version since I tend to prefer it that way. So I saw the G815 was $80 cheaper and so wanted to check a comparison video. You pretty much covered everything so thank you! I prefer wired so I'll save $80 thank you very much.

[@Mapherez]

Has the sleep *bug* been fixed since this video was posted, or is that still a thing?

[@chrisafp071]

Great review. Returned my Huntsman Elite for this keyboard and so happy I did. I personally love the clicky keys, except my wife yelling at me for typing too much at night XD. Other than that super satisfying to use, time to move my gaming room away from the bedroom LOL I can't let this thing go, my wife might have to go first, joking..... I think. As an edit my only other con would be the secondary function for grammar not being backlit which was the same on the Huntsman Elite. Luckily I have them somewhat memorized but it'd be nice if they were lit up as well.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thank you! And I don't recommend picking your gaming keyboard over your wife. Lol.

[@Aixalld]

its sad that it seems you cant have the g915 connected to the powerplay pad, would be the best way of connecting if you could, only one cable

[@brendanjones9453]

I rarely comment, but thanks for the comparison, it helped me choose the G815 because I use it mostly for data analysis with work and some CAD design as my hobby. I personally like having the numlock and cables don't bother me. My screen setup is one portrait flat screen, and a wide curved screen so my macro buttons help out when I want to use shortcuts for going between the viewing experience and purpose I want.

[@hshhsjhahsvs7728]

Hi, can the g915 be used as a wired keyboard with the usb plugged in? For eg. Cases of setting up BIOS and such. Also would it damage if the usb cable is plugged for a prolonged period of time

[@xxovereyexx5019]

The names are really confusing to customer, why logitech so basically; - g813 and g815 = is the same product (wired, 3mm total travel distance, has USB PASSTHROUGH) (g813 = asia, g815 = US) - g913 and g915 = is also the same product (wireless, 2.7mm total travel distance) (g913 = asia, g915 = US)

[@eLitMiLan]

If I had seen this video I would have been more calm when I bought my G815 3 weeks ago, but I'm loving it! Also this was a really great review! Well tbh my only fear was / is about the removal of the keycaps, they look kinda weak and easily breakable...one review even said they broke a few caps when removing them...what is your experience with them? Do you have any tool to remove them?

[@chrisafp071]

JW, what would you remove them for?

[@eLitMiLan]

@@chrisafp071 To clean them.

[@chrisafp071]

@@eLitMiLan Ahh I see like under them? I use air cams but I guess after awhile they'll get grimy lol

[@eLitMiLan]

@@chrisafp071 And I'd like to clean the sides of the caps, just rub them through.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Sorry I am so late in responding to this! I actually don't take my keycaps off, so I don't know how stable these ones are. Instead, I just use compressed air regularly, and I refrain from eating when I'm on my computer. (Or if I do eat, I go wash my hands before going back to the board.)

[@Horok08]

Hey there, I have G815 and I want to buy G915. But G915 has no Turkish Keyboard layout so don't have letters like ğ ü ı ş ç ö . Logitech G815 has these letters. So is it possible to replace the keycaps from G815 and G915 ?

[@BrownStain_Silver]

This is exactly the comparison video I was looking for with honest feedback from a long-term owner from a responsible adult perspective versus a hype gamer channel shill review.

[@mtnshow1]

This was a great review. Very informative and honest. Didn't seem like you were sponsored by logitech. I would get this 915 except at this price point, I feel like I can get something custom. I'm not a keyboard junkie and really don't want to build my own. But I would like the option to 'select' a custom brand. Rubberized texture keycaps for the up/down arrows would be a start.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Thanks! And nope, I most definitely am not sponsored by Logitech. I just like their stuff.

[@danmar007]

Great review. Well detailed, for sure. BUT, I wish reviewers would mention if rechargeable gadgets had user replaceable batteries. 'cause, you never know. You know?

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Yeah, I can see that point. I find that usually most modern devices that include rechargeable batteries are NOT user replaceable. However, they often ARE replaceable, if you're willing to tinker and look around for How-to videos.

[@irishRocker1]

is g815 cable detachable usb cable?

[@Parobro]

im really dissapointed with the micro usb on the g915, thats why i went with the 815, such a shame.

[@rachelheav857]

the keys on the 815 stop working only a few short months after purchase

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

That's a bummer. I will say that my experience working with Logitech support has been very good. Slow, but they they have always resolved my issues when I've had to use their support.

[@CornelleJ]

Did you try keyboard wired to a system and then bluetooth to 2nd pc? did it switch systems? and still get power from Usb port?

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

No, I didn't test this specific thing. I don't really have an easy way to test it, unfortunately. Sorry!

[@Guy-wd3yi]

So they basically feel the same way when you use it right?

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

Yes, the G815 and G915 felt exactly the same to me.

[@ipadize]

Can i use ths Keybard with the old Logitech Gaming Software or am limited to GHub software? Because the GHub software never really did what wanted.

[@ModernTechReviewsTV]

I'm pretty sure you can only use the G Hub software for this keyboard, since it is part of the G series of products. But I haven't actually tested that theory. I'm curious what the G Hub software doesn't do that you want it to? I have found that I can do anything I can imagine with it...

[@ipadize]

@@ModernTechReviewsTV when i tried the software a few years ago i couldnt do some macros i was able to do in the old software (i dont remember what i wanted to do). Also it would not really work what i was able to program so i installed the old one again. Unfortunately i saw that there are only the main functions of the keys backlit, many special characters have no backlight so this keyboard is a nono for me. I am currently testing the k100 from corsair.

[@avatar2610]

One more con. Too bad they lack the ability to add macro and key bindings to any key other than G keys in Ghub. You have to use third party soft for that.

[@pl4ox]

i did love the video

[@HasukiHusky]

G815 doesn’t have a TKL version yet… I don’t see myself getting it

[@waynepayne9875]

All I want out of these videos is to see someone type on it. That's it.

[@ThePaulopineda]

ty!

[@bobby9568]

Linear keyboards make a buzzing sound... Id prefer tactile

[@Catalanskrr]

Just got a g815 tactile for freaking 89 Euro on amazon!!!!

[@erwin5414]

With a wired keyboard you can go easy into the bios.

[@pepper419]

I'll keep the 815 as the cable is under my desk as is the keyboard. My desk is glass.

[@ElitistMagi]

Just because of Num Lock, I ended up getting G815. I can't care for a wireless keyboard, wireless mouse yes, totally, keyboard though, yeah I rather have a num lock indicator.

[@ABCboy5]

Does anyone know if these keys HAVE to use the Logitech GHUB or can they function with the Logitech Gaming Software?

[@ABCboy5]

So realistically the G915 is a 5 year keyboard because it relies on the battery and cannot be used via the cable like the G815. Not sure if worth.

[@edgarlopez-ig1sr]

4:12

[@GonzaloOviedoLambert]

You don't touch the keyboard, third video that I expecting that give the opinion

[@vijf]

u kinda look like as if u r Mark Zuckerberg's older brother

[@fuba1]

The Logitech Software is VERY unfinished... Auto-Update can not be Disabled and will be FORCED even if Unchecked and "Offline" installation is completely missing! This means you can NOT install the software Offline, not even if you have no Network however! It also misses a lot of QoL Features! Expected features like Import & Export Settings, Change Profile Pictures The Software can get "stuck" but there is no "Restart" option in the Tray Menu.... There is so many more but this would go beyond the scope!