Keyboard Mouse Combo Set — 78-key portable wireless keyboard and mouse kit

This article looks at the ciciglow 78-key portable 2.4GHz keyboard and mouse combo, using its published specs and review record to work out who it fits — and who should walk away.

Overview

This is an entry-level input bundle: a compact 78-key wireless keyboard paired with an optical mouse, connected over 2.4GHz through a single included USB receiver.

The honest summary is that this is a product you choose because you want a tidy desk and you like the gold finish, not because you want typing quality or long-term support.

The chassis is ABS plastic with a glossy painted finish, and the gold color is the headline feature. Four anti-slip pads on the underside address a real problem with lightweight compact boards — creeping across the desk while you type.

A low-battery indicator flashes red before the cells die, so you rarely get stopped mid-sentence.

One number you should not skip: the Amazon.co.jp rating is 2.9 out of 5 from just 7 reviews (captured June 2026) — a 58% positive rate, clearly below par for this category.

Seven reviews is far too small a sample to be statistically meaningful, but it is also not the profile of a product with a proven track record.

What a 78-Key Layout Gives Up

For context: a full-size layout runs roughly 104–112 keys, tenkeyless (TKL) sits at 87–91, and a 60% board is around 61–68. At 78 keys this sits in between — no number pad, but generally with arrow keys and at least a partial function row retained.

In this class, keys like Home, End, Page Up/Down, Delete and Insert are commonly moved onto an Fn layer rather than given their own switches. If you enter numbers all day — accounting, inventory, spreadsheet work — losing the number pad costs you real speed.

If you mostly write prose and browse, 78 keys will rarely get in your way.

The exact layout (ANSI vs. JIS, Enter key shape, legend set) is not stated in the specifications.

Check the product photos before ordering so the legends match the layout you actually type on.

Compatibility Guide

The link is 2.4GHz wireless in the 2402–2480 MHz band, using the bundled USB-A receiver.

Windows and macOS are listed as supported, and no driver install is normally required. Operating voltage is 3V at 1.5mA — ordinary low-power figures for this class of device.

The practical friction points:

• You need a USB-A port. There is no Bluetooth, so tablets and phones without a USB port are out. On a modern USB-C-only laptop you will need an adapter or hub — budget for that.
• The receiver occupies a port. One receiver covers both devices, but on a two-port laptop it still competes with your SSD or dongle.
• 2.4GHz is a crowded band. 2402–2480 MHz overlaps 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Sitting next to a router or a USB 3.0 drive can cause cursor jumps or dropped keystrokes; moving the receiver closer to the keyboard (front port or a short extension cable) usually fixes it.
• BIOS/UEFI operation is not guaranteed. Receiver-based sets often work in firmware screens, but not always. Keep a wired keyboard around if you change BIOS settings regularly.
• Game console use is best-effort. Some consoles will recognize it, but that compatibility is not officially promised.

Product Details

Key specs: 78 keys, 2.4GHz wireless via USB receiver, ABS plastic body, gold color, 3V / 1.5mA, 2402–2480 MHz.

Power is two AAA batteries each for the keyboard and mouse — four total, not included. Order batteries alongside it or you cannot use it out of the box.

The listed price was ￥8,807 on Amazon.co.jp as captured on 23 June 2026. Prices move often and drop during sales, so check the product page for the current figure.

Note that this is not cheap for an unbranded 2.4GHz combo — the same budget reaches major-brand silent models, rechargeable models, and full-size boards with a number pad.

Unless the look is what sells you, price alone is a weak argument here.

Reviews stand at 2.9 out of 5 across 7 ratings (58% positive, captured June 2026).

With a single-digit sample, there is simply not enough data to judge long-term durability or defect rates. Warranty terms depend on the seller; confirm the return window before ordering.

Best Use Cases

• Home-office and office workers cutting desk clutter. For documents, email and video calls, 78 keys is rarely limiting and 2.4GHz latency is imperceptible.
• Laptop users docking to an external monitor. With the lid closed on a stand, an external board is mandatory, and the compact footprint travels well.
• Anyone buying for the look. Photo-ready desk setups, reception or retail terminals — when appearance is high on the requirement list, this product's value lands most cleanly.
• First-time wireless users. A low-commitment way to find out whether you like going cable-free before investing in a mechanical or gaming board.

It is a poor fit if you use a number pad daily, care about typing feel, need macros or backlighting, or play competitive games. The mouse is a conventional optical unit with no published DPI switching or high polling rate.

Before You Buy

Take the low rating seriously. 2.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings (June 2026) is weak evidence but not encouraging evidence.

Buy from a seller with a clear return policy, and on arrival immediately test every key in a text editor and check both mouse buttons and the wheel.

The battery situation matters more than it sounds. Four AAA cells are needed and none are supplied.

If you use NiMH rechargeables, their 1.2V nominal output sits below the 1.5V of alkalines, which can trigger early low-battery warnings or flaky behavior; alkalines are the safer choice.

If recurring battery cost bothers you, a USB-rechargeable set is the more rational buy.

Verify the layout in the photos. 78-key boards differ from one another in where Delete, the arrows, and Fn-layer functions land.

The spec sheet will not tell you; the listing photos will.

Glossy ABS ages visibly. Finger oils show, and heavily used keys develop shine and paint wear.

Keeping the gold looking new requires occasional wiping and clean hands.

Double-check the listing metadata. On products like this, the marketplace listing sometimes carries mismatched details — in the data behind this article, the price label named an overseas store while the currency and URL were Japanese.

Confirm from the images and title that you are ordering the 78-key gold 2.4GHz version, since color and layout variants are often bundled on one page.

Avoid standardizing on it in a workplace. Small sellers rarely guarantee the same model will be re-orderable in a year or two, which makes fleet consistency painful.

How to Compare It Against Alternatives

Within the wireless combo category, the right pick depends on what you refuse to give up: explicitly silent switches for shared offices, a full-size layout for number entry, a folding or Bluetooth model for travel and tablet sharing, an RGB-backlit model if you want light. Decide what you are willing to sacrifice first, then compare. This set's trade is compactness and appearance in exchange for typing feel, extra features, and a proven track record.

FAQ

Q. Can I pair it with a phone or tablet over Bluetooth? A.

No. It is 2.4GHz only and requires the USB-A receiver.

USB-C-only devices need an adapter.

Q. Are batteries included? A.

No. You need four AAA cells — two for the keyboard, two for the mouse.

A red flashing indicator warns you when they run low.

Q. Is there a number pad? A.

No. At 78 keys there is no dedicated numeric keypad; choose a full-size board or add a separate keypad if you enter numbers often.

Q. Can I game on it? A.

Casual games are fine, but no macro, anti-ghosting or DPI-switching features are published. It is not suitable for competitive titles.

Q. Does it work on a Mac? A.

macOS is listed as supported. The legends are likely Windows-oriented, so remap the modifier keys in macOS keyboard settings if Command and Option do not match the printing.

Q. Should the low review score stop me?
A. Not automatically, but buy where returns are easy and test everything on day one.

Product Disclosure (Amazon)

• Manufacturer: ciciglow
• Seller: LIFE-I STORE
• Fulfilled by: LIFE-I STORE
• ASIN: B09M8MPNX8
• Note: This article covers a manufacturer-made product based on Amazon listing details.