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product_id: 607512570
title: "Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard"
brand: "satechi"
price: "£104.13"
currency: GBP
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Satechi"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/607512570-slim-x3-bluetooth-backlit-keyboard
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# Optimized MacOS layout with numeric keypad & function keys Seamless multi-device Bluetooth switching (4 devices) Up to 10 brightness levels with rechargeable USB-C Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard

**Brand:** satechi
**Price:** £104.13
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⌨️ Elevate your Apple setup with the keyboard that keeps pace with your multitasking mastery!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard by satechi
- **How much does it cost?** £104.13 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/607512570-slim-x3-bluetooth-backlit-keyboard)

## Best For

- satechi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted satechi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Customizable Backlit Keys:** Adjust brightness across 10 levels to keep your workflow glowing in any lighting, from cozy cafes to late-night sprints.
- • **Sleek Apple-Optimized Design:** Crafted with precision aluminum and MacOS-specific keys, it’s the perfect match for your Apple ecosystem.
- • **Effortless Multi-Device Control:** Switch between your MacBook, iPad, and smartphone with a single tap—stay productive without missing a beat.
- • **Extended Layout with Numeric Keypad:** Boost your data entry and navigation speed with a full-sized keyboard that doesn’t compromise on style or portability.
- • **Fast USB-C Recharge & Durable Build:** Power up quickly and type comfortably on low-profile, responsive keys backed by a 2-year warranty—work smarter, longer.

## Overview

The Satechi Slim X3 Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard is a premium, MacOS-optimized keyboard featuring a full numeric keypad, multi-device Bluetooth connectivity for up to four devices, and adjustable backlit keys with 10 brightness levels. Its sleek aluminum design complements Apple devices perfectly, while USB-C fast charging and a 2-year warranty ensure reliable, long-lasting performance for professionals on the go.

## Description

Product Description Designed for Apple users in mind, the X3 Keyboard features an extended QWERTY layout with numeric keypad, multi-device Bluetooth, MacOS function keys, and an ultra-slim, modern design – all with a sleek aluminum finish Features a sleek aluminum design and an ultra-slim profile for a modern work setup wherever you are Equipped with easy-to-use Bluetooth keys to assign up to four devices – perfect to type across your laptop, tablet or smartphone with a press of a button Built for convenience with backlit keys, featuring ten levels of brightness to adjust to nearly any type of environment and a rechargeable USB-C port for fast and easy charging Satechi Keyboards Slim X3 Keyboard Connectivity Bluetooth Multi-Device Sync Up to 4 devices Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Learn More Slim X3 Keyboard Connectivity Bluetooth Multi-Device Sync Up to 4 devices Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Slim X1 Keyboard Connectivity Bluetooth Multi-Device Sync Up to 3 devices Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Learn More Slim X1 Keyboard Up to 3 devices Slim X2 Keyboard Connectivity Bluetooth Multi-Device Sync Up to 4 devices Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Learn More Slim X2 Keyboard Slim W1 Wired Keyboard Connectivity Wired USB-C Multi-Device Sync - Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Learn More Slim W1 Wired Keyboard Wired USB-C - Slim W3 Wired Keyboard Connectivity Wired USB-C Multi-Device Sync - Rechargeable Illuminated Keys Numeric Pad Learn More Slim W3 Wired Keyboard Turn On To turn on the keyboard, move the switch on the top of the keyboard to the “on” position. The power indicator light should turn green for ~3 seconds, then turn off Turn On To turn on the keyboard, move the switch on the top of the keyboard to the “on” position. The power indicator light should turn green for ~3 seconds, then turn off Pairing Press and hold one of the keyboard’s Bluetooth keys for ~3 seconds, until the LED light starts to blink. Select “Slim X3 Keyboard” on the device’s settings to complete the pairing Pairing Press and hold one of the keyboard’s Bluetooth keys for ~3 seconds, until the LED light starts to blink. Select “Slim X3 Keyboard” on the device’s settings to complete the pairing Sleep Mode After 30 minutes of inactivity, the keyboard will go into sleep mode to preserve battery. Press any key to wake and the keyboard will automatically connect. Sleep Mode After 30 minutes of inactivity, the keyboard will go into sleep mode to preserve battery. Press any key to wake and the keyboard will automatically connect. Recharging To recharge, connect the keyboard to a powered USB-C port using the included cable. Charge for 2-3 hours or until the red charging light turns green Recharging To recharge, connect the keyboard to a powered USB-C port using the included cable. Charge for 2-3 hours or until the red charging light turns green Wired Mode The keyboard can be used in wired mode by pressing “Fn + Eject” while the cable is connected. Press “Fn + Bluetooth key” to switch back to wireless mode Wired Mode The keyboard can be used in wired mode by pressing “Fn + Eject” while the cable is connected. Press “Fn + Bluetooth key” to switch back to wireless mode Media Keys Press “Fn + Esc” to swap between Media and Fn keys Media Keys Press “Fn + Esc” to swap between Media and Fn keys

Review: Nice compact keyboard with a good build quality and nice typing feel. - What a great little keyboard. Initially I bought it to use with my new Mac Mini G4, but after a few months I added a gaming laptop to my desk and this works on that too (I'm typing this review on it!). It's very compact and slides out the way when not in use and has the ability to work on 3 different devices. Typing feels nice, very much like a Mac keyboard and the berry lasts for ages. It was great value too as I got an open box one that looks like new!
Review: An excellent keyboard - This is a very high quality, great keyboard. Having tried both the X3 and the W3, I would say that this (the X3 bluetooth version) is slightly better the W3 (the wired-only version) in a couple of ways, but also worse in one way which may matter to you. In terms of ways in which the X3 is better, firstly the W3 has only 3 brightness levels where the X3 has 10. (Although in fairness the 3 levels on the W3 are still well chosen, and the darkest not too bright.) Secondly (and slightly weirdly), on the W3 then £ and # symbols are printed the wrong way round on the 3 key. Since this is basically a US layout keyboard, the # symbol should be printed at the top of the key, not to the side, corresponding to the symbol accessed when pressing shift, as is done on all the other numeric keys on the W3, and indeed as is done on this keyboard, the X3, which has the same layout!) Related to this, I slightly prefer this keyboard, the X3's, key labelling over the W3, as on the X3 they don't include the ALT (€ and £) symbols on the 2 and 3 keys at all; I prefer this as omitting these symbols makes the keyboard look just a little neater and less cluttered. The one major downside to the X3, if you're the kind of person who regularly uses Del/F2/F12 to break into the BIOS menu, is that the X3, *even when used in wired mode* cannot consistently do this, and (not always, but often, half the time or more) causes the BIOS to report that there is no keyboard attached. (The W3, as would be expected of a natively wired-mode keyboard, has not such problems.) To point out one more (minor) imperfection shared by the X3 and the W3, the lighting on these keyboards is just not quite as beautiful as the lighting on a real Mac laptop keyboard - specifically, there are small overly bright spots here and there around the keys, where the light shows through too much, rather then the really uniform lighting around the keys on real Mac laptop keyboards. Nevertheless in build quality, in looks, and even in the above-mentioned quality of the lighting, this and the W3 are _way_ better than any of the (several) other illuminated external keyboards for the Mac which I have tried recently.

## Features

- Optimized for Apple MacOS ONLY- Designed for Apple users in mind, the Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard features an extended keyboard layout with numeric pad, navigational arrows, and MacOS function keys for a sleek upgrade to any modern workspace. QWERTY LAYOUT (No Pound £ Sign, US English)
- Multi-Device Bluetooth - Equipped with easy-to-use Bluetooth keys to assign up to four devices - perfect to type across your laptop, tablet or smartphone with a press of a button
- Illuminated Keys - Built for convenience with backlit keys, featuring ten levels of brightness to adjust to nearly any type of environment and a rechargeable USB-C port for fast and easy charging
- Modern Design - Features a sleek, aluminium finish to complement your Apple devices and low-profile, responsive keys for a comfortable typing experience
- What You Get - With your purchase you will receive 2 rubber risers, a USB-C charging cable, and a user manual for your convenience. Satechi products are covered by a 2-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BR6439F3 |
| Antenna Location | professional and personal work on Apple devices |
| Best Sellers Rank | 12,171 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 180 in Keyboards (Computers & Accessories) |
| Box Contents | User Manual |
| Brand | Satechi |
| Brand Name | Satechi |
| Button Quantity | 104 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | MacBook Pro 14/16" (2026 M5 Max/M5 Pro, 2025 M5/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Air 13/15" (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Neo 13" (2026), iPad Pro 11/13" (2025 M5/M2/M1), iPad Air 11/13" (2026 M4, 2025 M3/M2/M1), iPad Mini (2024 A17/6th Gen), iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series (including 16e), Mac Mini (2024 M4/M2/M1), iMac (2024 M4/M3/M1), Mac Studio… |
| Compatible Operating System Family | Android |
| Compatible Tablet Computer Models | Apple iPad mini 6 |
| Compatible devices | MacBook Pro 14/16" (2026 M5 Max/M5 Pro, 2025 M5/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Air 13/15" (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Neo 13" (2026), iPad Pro 11/13" (2025 M5/M2/M1), iPad Air 11/13" (2026 M4, 2025 M3/M2/M1), iPad Mini (2024 A17/6th Gen), iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series (including 16e), Mac Mini (2024 M4/M2/M1), iMac (2024 M4/M3/M1), Mac Studio (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), ThinkPad, Microsoft Surface, Google Pixelbook, Google Pixel Pro 8/9, Galaxy S24/Z Flip 5 and other devices with Bluetooth, laptops and PCs compatible with ChromeOS, Windows, Android etc. 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘: Designed for Apple devices, but compatible with other operating systems; some keys (e.g., Windows/Alt) may have different functions. Compatible devices MacBook Pro 14/16" (2026 M5 Max/M5 Pro, 2025 M5/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Air 13/15" (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Neo 13" (2026), iPad Pro 11/13" (2025 M5/M2/M1), iPad Air 11/13" (2026 M4, 2025 M3/M2/M1), iPad Mini (2024 A17/6th Gen), iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series (including 16e), Mac Mini (2024 M4/M2/M1), iMac (2024 M4/M3/M1), Mac Studio (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), ThinkPad, Microsoft Surface, Google Pixelbook, Google Pixel Pro 8/9, Galaxy S24/Z Flip 5 and other devices with Bluetooth, laptops and PCs compatible with ChromeOS, Windows, Android etc. 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘: Designed for Apple devices, but compatible with other operating systems; some keys (e.g., Windows/Alt) may have different functions. See more |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 2,441 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 Years |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| Generation | 2nd Generation or higher |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 42.4L x 11.5W x 1.2H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 13.16 Ounces |
| Keyboard Backlighting Color Support | Single Color |
| Keyboard Description | Numeric |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Keyboard Plate Material | Aluminium |
| Keyboard description | Numeric |
| Manufacturer | Satechi |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ST-BTSX3S |
| Mechanical Keyboard Switch Model | Lineair |
| Minimum Required Operating System Version | Mac OS 10.12 Sierra |
| Model Name | Slim X3 |
| Model Number | ST-BTSX3S |
| Number of Batteries | 1 |
| Number of Keys | 111 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Features | Backlit Keyboard + Numpad, Multi-Device Bluetooth, USB-C Rechargeable, Extended Layout Keys, MacOS-Optimized |
| Product Warranty | 2 Year Limited Warranty |
| Recommended uses for product | professional and personal work on Apple devices |
| Series Number | 20230103 |
| Special feature | Backlit Keyboard + Numpad, Multi-Device Bluetooth, USB-C Rechargeable, Extended Layout Keys, MacOS-Optimized Special feature Backlit Keyboard + Numpad, Multi-Device Bluetooth, USB-C Rechargeable, Extended Layout Keys, MacOS-Optimized See more |
| Style Name | x3 |
| Switch Type | Linear |
| Theme | Job |
| UPC | 879961009311 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Satechi
- **Compatible devices:** MacBook Pro 14/16-inch (2025 M5/M4/M3/M2/M1), MacBook Air 13/15-inch (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), iPad Pro 11/13-inch (2025 M5/M4/M2/M1), iPad Air 11/13-inch (2025 M3/M2/M1), iPad Mini (2024 A17/6th Gen), iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series, Mac Mini (2024 M4/M2/M1), iMac (2024 M4/M3/M1), Mac Studio (2025 M4/M3/M2/M1), ThinkPad, Surface, Google Pixelbook, Google Pixel Pro 8/9, S24/Z Flip 5 and more
- **Connectivity technology:** Bluetooth
- **Keyboard description:** Numeric
- **Recommended uses for product:** Workspace
- **Special feature:** Backlit, Ergonomic, Portable
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Keyboard backlighting colour support:** Single Color
- **Style:** x3
- **Product dimensions:** 42.4L x 11.5W x 1.2H centimetres

## Images

![Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BxFMBQ1QL.jpg)
![Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pzJOcrK5L.jpg)
![Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aqOira4wL.jpg)
![Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71F5jKbOJaL.jpg)
![Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MDz-AzVRL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this be used wired as well? Since the battery inside is not user replaceable, do you just throw away the whole keyboard, or is it dual power?**
A: I don't know why the other user gave you incorrect information. The keyboard 100% has wired mode. Plug a USB-C cord into your computer and the keyboard, then press "FN + Eject Key" on the keyboard (Eject Key is to right of F12). Bluetooth will turn off, the keyboard will be charging, and it will still work with your computer.

**Q: What is the battery life if you have backlight off?**
A: Thank you for choosing Satechi and for reaching out to us. 

We first recommend charging the keyboard for at least 2-3 hours with the included charging cable with a power adapter for a more efficient charge. (18W and up) 

If you are using the backlight all the time at the highest brightness, it can drain the battery quite fast, but it does have a standby shut-off mode, that kicks in after 30min of non-usage. You can change the settings so it does not completely shut off.


With no backlight on, the battery is about 60hrs.

If you would like to use the backlight and not worry about the battery, you can also use the keyboard in wired mode. While using one of the two cables included, you can use the key combination (fn+usb/eject) to turn off the Bluetooth and use it in wired-only mode. A green light will stay lit on the top right when in this mode

**Q: Will this keyboard work ok with a pc and android device as well? i would assume so....**
A: Yes. The Satechi Slim X1 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard will be compatible with Windows and Android Devices.

**Q: Is this backwards compatible with bluetooth 2.1? i cant get it to connect to my macbook (late 2008) eventhough my os is up to date...**
A: Hello,
thanks for reaching out to us.

Unfortunately our X1 SLIM is not compatible with old devices with 2.1 Bluetooth modules.

kind regards, 
Satechi Technical Support

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice compact keyboard with a good build quality and nice typing feel.
*by M***Y on 17 February 2026*

What a great little keyboard. Initially I bought it to use with my new Mac Mini G4, but after a few months I added a gaming laptop to my desk and this works on that too (I'm typing this review on it!). It's very compact and slides out the way when not in use and has the ability to work on 3 different devices. Typing feels nice, very much like a Mac keyboard and the berry lasts for ages. It was great value too as I got an open box one that looks like new!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent keyboard
*by B***U on 29 October 2022*

This is a very high quality, great keyboard. Having tried both the X3 and the W3, I would say that this (the X3 bluetooth version) is slightly better the W3 (the wired-only version) in a couple of ways, but also worse in one way which may matter to you. In terms of ways in which the X3 is better, firstly the W3 has only 3 brightness levels where the X3 has 10. (Although in fairness the 3 levels on the W3 are still well chosen, and the darkest not too bright.) Secondly (and slightly weirdly), on the W3 then £ and # symbols are printed the wrong way round on the 3 key. Since this is basically a US layout keyboard, the # symbol should be printed at the top of the key, not to the side, corresponding to the symbol accessed when pressing shift, as is done on all the other numeric keys on the W3, and indeed as is done on this keyboard, the X3, which has the same layout!) Related to this, I slightly prefer this keyboard, the X3's, key labelling over the W3, as on the X3 they don't include the ALT (€ and £) symbols on the 2 and 3 keys at all; I prefer this as omitting these symbols makes the keyboard look just a little neater and less cluttered. The one major downside to the X3, if you're the kind of person who regularly uses Del/F2/F12 to break into the BIOS menu, is that the X3, *even when used in wired mode* cannot consistently do this, and (not always, but often, half the time or more) causes the BIOS to report that there is no keyboard attached. (The W3, as would be expected of a natively wired-mode keyboard, has not such problems.) To point out one more (minor) imperfection shared by the X3 and the W3, the lighting on these keyboards is just not quite as beautiful as the lighting on a real Mac laptop keyboard - specifically, there are small overly bright spots here and there around the keys, where the light shows through too much, rather then the really uniform lighting around the keys on real Mac laptop keyboards. Nevertheless in build quality, in looks, and even in the above-mentioned quality of the lighting, this and the W3 are _way_ better than any of the (several) other illuminated external keyboards for the Mac which I have tried recently.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ very viable alternative to the rip off Apple equivalent
*by D***D on 13 October 2023*

From the moment of opening the Amazon cardboard box, I was impressed by Satechi's offering. We often think of Apple as being the arbiter of all that is good when it comes to packaging, but Satechi are trying hard with this one and the unboxing was a refreshing delight. The keyboard itself is well designed and built - Satechi are clearly listening to their reviewers as included were two little rubber stick on feet to help elevate the keyboard angle. It's still not as high at the back as my original Apple USB keyboard that it's replacing and I'll probably have to jury-rig some kind of device to improve the angle, but it's not too bad. I was really after this one because 1) it's Bluetooth and my new Mac mini is woefully lacking in ports and 2) it's backlit which is great in my dingy office. However well the Bluetooth works (flawlessly) this keyboard is a little let down by the backlighting, which is why I've given four instead of five stars. It's just not very well engineered. As you can see from the photo, there's little points of light spilling out around some of the keys, which is frankly quite distracting. I'd've expected better, to be honest. This keyboard ain't cheap and this is a bit disappointing. However, it's got a lovely typing feel and I'm getting on with it quite well. If you've got a Mac and you want a wireless keyboard that's as well built as the Apple one, this Satechi is well worth the money. Sure, there's a couple of little issues, but they're fairly insignificant in the grand scheme of things.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-30*