Home > Consumer Reviews > Adesso 19-Key Mobile USB Numeric Keypad with Retractable Cable ( AKP-150 )

I purchased this keypad for the purpose of gaming and performing live electronic music, not data entry.
It just arrived today, I opened the box, plugged it in and popped up metapad to try it out. So far, I'm quite pleased. However, the pressure required to press the keys is about four times what is needed on a normal laptop keyboard, and about twice what is needed on my klunky, classic desktop keyboard.

That said, I still love it. I wouldn't want to spend 2 hours punching numbers into a spreadsheet with it, but I'm confident it will perform quite well for my intended purposes. But, I am hoping that it breaks in a bit with use. Also, the flat, ribbon style, retracting cable works like a charm, and it's exactly the size and weight I'd hoped (I'll post a customer picture soon).

This thing is going to be great plugged into my laptop at shows, and I'm looking forward to playing my favorite space sim with a joystick in each hand and this thing just in reach without a full keyboard in the way. =D

I bought the adesso keypad with intent to use it with Mac OSX and windows XP. The device works flawlessly, I couldn't be happier. Plus it is a well built, sturdy design, and doesn't take up too much space/weight. The retractable cord is a great space saver for storing, but like all retractable usb cables, I can't help but worry a bit about it's durability. All in all though, the adesso keypad is an excellent buy.

I plugged this in and the iBook tried to "identify" the keyboard; it couldn't, but I just chose the United States option and all was well. Not as stylish as the one offered in white, but for me it is purely functional and works great for the price.

I am a teacher and bought this to speed up the process of entering grades on my laptop. My MacBook recognized it immediately. I carry it in my bag, so the zip feature of the USB is especially helpful. I do wish it was a bit longer, since the USB ports on the Mac are on the left, and I'm right handed. I have to pass the cable behind my laptop which then gives me less slack to position the keypad in my lap or on a chair arm, etc. But that's not enough to deter me from giving it a 5 rating. It sure has saved me a lot of grading time.

I bought this because it was the only one I could find that people said worked on both Windows and Mac. I tried it and it does - WinXP and Mac OS 10.5.5 on Macbook Pro. Just plug-n-play on either one and it worked.
Retractable cord is a nice touch.