Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard is now in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 25,000 and ready for collection at our Nairobi CBD store. This is the pen storage version, brand new and sealed, covered in Alcantara fabric with a full backlit mechanical keyset and a glass touchpad. The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard weighs 281 grams and measures just 4.89 mm thick, adding almost nothing to a laptop bag. It attaches magnetically to Surface Pro 13-inch tablets and needs no cable at all. Pick up the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Lawyers, management consultants, and sales managers who carry a Surface Pro instead of a laptop lose real time typing on glass. The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard fixes that in one click. Mechanical keys with a full F1 to F12 row and a 100.7 by 56.7 mm glass touchpad bring back normal laptop input speed for long contract drafts and spreadsheet work. The built-in tray holds and recharges the Surface Slim Pen, so a lawyer signing documents at Milimani Law Courts or a student at Strathmore taking lecture notes never faces a dead stylus mid-session.
Third-party Bluetooth covers sold across Nairobi cost less, but they pair over radio, need their own battery, and lose keystrokes when the connection drops. The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard draws power and data straight through the magnetic connector on the tablet, so there is nothing to charge and nothing to pair. Customers across Nairobi report that the fold-back hinge and Alcantara shell survive daily matatu and boda boda commutes better than plastic clones. Visit Mascom International on Kimathi Street to type on one before you decide, or order it for delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard
Does this keyboard work with both the Surface Pro 11th Edition and the 12th Edition?
Yes. Microsoft lists this keyboard as compatible with Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition), Surface Pro 13-inch (11th Edition), the 5G and Business versions of both, Surface Pro 10 for Business, Surface Pro 9, Surface Pro 8, and Surface Pro X. The magnetic connector and body width have stayed the same across those generations, so one keyboard follows you through a tablet upgrade. Bring your Surface Pro to our Kimathi Street counter and we will fit it in front of you.
Will it fit the 12-inch Surface Pro?
No, and this is the single most common mix-up. The 12-inch Surface Pro released in 2025 uses a different connector and a smaller footprint, so it needs the Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard instead. This 13-inch model measures 289.1 by 226.1 mm and will not line up or click into place on the smaller tablet. Check your screen size in Windows Settings before ordering. Mascom International staff verify your exact model over WhatsApp so nobody buys the wrong size.
Is the Surface Slim Pen included in the box?
No. The keyboard ships with the storage tray built in, but the Surface Slim Pen (2nd Edition) is sold separately by Microsoft and by Mascom International. The tray holds the pen inside the fold and recharges it whenever the keyboard is attached to a powered Surface Pro, so the pen is ready the moment you open the lid. If you already own a Slim Pen (2nd Edition), it drops straight into the tray with no setup at all.
Does the keyboard need charging or Bluetooth pairing?
Neither. Power and keystrokes travel through the magnetic connector along the bottom edge of the Surface Pro, so there is no internal battery, no charging port, and no pairing menu to fight with. You attach it and start typing within a second. That matters during a Nairobi power cut, when a Bluetooth keyboard with a flat cell becomes dead weight. Current draw is small enough that tablet battery life barely moves.
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard worth KSh 25,000 in Kenya's market?
Microsoft prices this keyboard at 179.99 US dollars before shipping, duty, and VAT, which lands well above KSh 25,000 once a private import clears Nairobi. Buying locally removes courier fees, customs delays, and the risk of a counterfeit Alcantara clone. Spread across a three-year ownership window, KSh 25,000 works out to roughly KSh 23 per day. For anyone billing hours on a Surface Pro, that is recovered in one afternoon of faster typing.
How good is the touchpad for everyday work?
The glass touchpad measures 100.7 by 56.7 mm and uses a mechanical click rather than haptic feedback, so a physical press registers every time. Windows precision drivers support three-finger and four-finger gestures, which means switching between Excel, Teams, and a browser without reaching for a mouse. Glass beats the plastic surface used on cheap covers because fingers glide instead of sticking when hands get warm. Most buyers stop carrying a separate mouse within a week.
What do the extra keys along the top row actually do?
Beyond the full F1 to F12 row, Microsoft adds three dedicated keys. The Copilot key opens the Copilot assistant in one press, or Windows Search if Copilot is switched off on your device. The microphone key mutes and unmutes instantly, which helps when a Teams call runs long. The snipping key captures a screenshot straight into the snipping tool. Media controls, screen brightness, and a right-click button sit on the same row, and backlit lettering keeps everything readable after dark.
Which colours does Mascom International stock?
Microsoft produces this keyboard in Black, Platinum, Sapphire, and Dune, plus a Black bold keyset edition with larger high-contrast lettering for anyone who struggles with small type. Stock rotates, so confirm the colour on WhatsApp before you order. Alcantara is a suede-style fabric, which means lighter shades such as Platinum and Dune show hand oils sooner than Black does. Buyers who commute daily through Nairobi traffic usually pick Black or Sapphire for that reason.
How does the Alcantara cover hold up to daily use in Kenya?
Alcantara is a woven synthetic suede that resists tearing better than the coated plastic on budget covers, and it wipes clean with a slightly damp cloth. Folded shut, the keyboard shields the Surface Pro screen from keys, coins, and grit picked up on Thika Road or Mombasa Road. It will absorb liquid, so it is not waterproof. Users report the fabric holding its shape after two years of daily bag travel and coastal humidity.
Technical Specifications
Typing Hardware and Key Layout
- Full mechanical keyset with moving keys, matching the travel and feedback of a standard laptop keyboard.
- Backlit lettering keeps the layout readable during evening work or inside a dim boardroom.
- Complete function row from F1 to F12, useful for Excel shortcuts and accounting software.
- Dedicated Copilot key opens the Copilot assistant, or Windows Search when Copilot is turned off.
- Microphone mute key and snipping key sit on the top row for fast call and screenshot control.
- Bold keyset edition offers larger high-contrast lettering for users who find standard key legends hard to read.
Touchpad and Navigation Controls
- Glass touchpad measures 100.7 by 56.7 mm, wide enough for full-width gestures without lifting a finger.
- Mechanical click mechanism gives a physical press that registers reliably, unlike membrane pads on budget covers.
- Windows precision drivers support three-finger and four-finger gestures for switching apps and showing the desktop.
- Dedicated right-click button removes the guesswork of two-finger tapping during spreadsheet or file management work.
- Glass surface stays smooth when hands warm up, so tracking does not stutter in Mombasa humidity.
- Touchpad behaviour adjusts inside Windows Settings, letting you slow or speed up cursor movement to taste.
Slim Pen Storage and Charging
- Built-in tray holds the Surface Slim Pen (2nd Edition) securely inside the keyboard fold during transport.
- Tray recharges the pen whenever the keyboard sits attached to a powered Surface Pro tablet.
- Pen pairs automatically once seated, removing manual Bluetooth setup before a signing or sketching session.
- Slim Pen is sold separately by Microsoft and stocked at Mascom International for customers who need it.
- Storing the pen inside the fold stops it rolling off desks or vanishing at the bottom of a bag.
- Only the 2nd Edition Slim Pen fits this tray; older Surface Pen models will not seat correctly.
Device Compatibility Across Surface Pro Generations
- Works with Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) including the 5G and Business configurations sold by Microsoft.
- Works with Surface Pro 13-inch (11th Edition) in standard, 5G, and Business configurations.
- Also fits Surface Pro 10 for Business, Surface Pro 9, Surface Pro 8, and Surface Pro X.
- Does not fit the 12-inch Surface Pro, which requires the separate Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard.
- Does not fit Surface Pro 7+ or earlier models, which use the older six-pin Type Cover connector.
- Does not fit any Surface Go tablet, since those models take the smaller Surface Go Type Cover.
Build Quality and Daily Durability
- Alcantara synthetic suede covers both faces, giving grip and resisting the scuffing that marks plastic covers.
- Overall footprint of 289.1 by 226.1 mm matches the width of every 13-inch Surface Pro tablet.
- Thickness of just 4.89 mm keeps the closed tablet slim enough to slide into a document folder.
- Folded shut, the keyboard shields the touchscreen from keys, coins, and grit inside a commuter bag.
- Fabric wipes clean with a slightly damp cloth, though it absorbs liquid, so spills need immediate attention.
- Built-in accelerometer reads the fold position, so keystrokes stop registering when the keyboard sits behind the tablet.
Weight, Attachment, and Power Draw
- Weighs 281 grams, light enough that most owners forget it is attached during a commute.
- Magnetic connector along the tablet base clicks into place and holds firmly at any kickstand angle.
- Draws power directly from the Surface Pro, so there is no internal battery to replace later.
- No Bluetooth pairing is required, which means no dropped connections in the middle of a client presentation.
- Magnetic hinge lifts the keys to a slight angle for a more comfortable wrist position.
- Detaches by pulling the two halves apart, returning the Surface Pro to a standalone tablet instantly.
Package Contents
- Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard in your chosen colour
- Startup card and warranty guide from Microsoft
- Mascom International warranty card
Note:Microsoft does not include the Surface Slim Pen (2nd Edition) with this keyboard, though the charging tray is built in and ready for it. No cable, charger, or power adapter is supplied, since the keyboard takes power from the tablet through the magnetic connector. Slim Pen units are stocked separately at our Kimathi Street counter.
Warranty
The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard carries a 12-month warranty through Mascom International covering manufacturing defects under normal use, running alongside Microsoft's own one-year limited hardware warranty on the accessory. Unresponsive keys, backlight failure, connector faults, and a touchpad that stops registering clicks are all covered. Our Nairobi CBD service desk processes claims directly across the counter.
Buying the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM, bring your Surface Pro, and type on the keyboard before committing. Available colours: Black, Platinum, Sapphire, and Dune, plus the Black bold keyset edition while stock lasts.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the keyboard the same day. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the keyboard and pay only when it arrives.
Every unit comes with the 12-month warranty detailed above.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate compatibility advice, current Kenyan pricing, and after-sales backing handled from a counter you can walk into.
