
While its retail is $140, you can often find it much cheaper at $100, which is a $40 savings (at least) over anything from Microsoft. Speaking in favor of Brydge is the price. That all goes away with SP+, which now makes this one of the heaviest Ultrabooks available. While not everyone loves the Type Cover, it does let Surface Pro 8 be one of the lightest and thinnest "laptops" on the market. The only gripe is just how much heavier (and slightly thicker) SP+ makes Surface Pro 8. More importantly, the keyboard is fantastic. Sure, the trackpad could be a smidge better, but it's still terrific.

The SP+ transforms the way Surface Pro 8 looks and feels, making it truly feel like Surface Laptop "4.5." Nothing feels cheap about this at all - Brydge nails this product. Setting it up is easy, and it delivers on what is promised. The build quality, packing, instructions, etc., are all outstanding. Overall, I was delighted with SP+ for Surface Pro 8.

The bounce-back is perfect, and the backlighting is decent (not as elegant as the Type Covers, but it works well). This is an excellent keyboard that feels like the Type Cover with perhaps keys that are a bit stiffer. Where the SP+ really shines is quality of the keyboard and trackpad.

I had no issues, and SP+ paired up instantly (you need to type in some characters to confirm.) SP+ uses Bluetooth 5.0, which is nice to see.

With Surface Pro 8 powered on and the Bluetooth active, turn on the SP+ by holding down the power button until it blinks (pairing mode). There is, thankfully, little packing with the SP+: You open the box and pull out the keyboard, then slide Surface Pro 8 into the hinges. Setting it up and using the Brydge is super easy.
