Microsoft's Limited-Time Surface Pro 12 Deal Includes a Free $170 Keyboard

Recently, the Surface Pro 13-inch and Surface Laptop 8 were leaked ahead of launch, revealing several key details about both devices.

Microsoft has launched the new Surface Pro 12 in the United States, and to mark its arrival, the company is offering a limited-time promotion that includes a free Surface Pro Keyboard with every purchase, as Windows Central reports.

The offer runs from June 16 through June 30 and applies to eligible Surface Pro 12 purchases made through the Microsoft Store. Customers who buy the new 13-inch Surface Pro during the promotional period will receive a Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard at no additional cost.

The bundled keyboard normally sells for $170, making the promotion one of the more significant Surface discounts available at launch.

Microsoft Addresses a Long-Standing Surface Complaint

For years, one of the most common criticisms of the Surface Pro lineup has been that the keyboard is sold separately despite being a key part of the device’s 2-in-1 design.

While the Surface Pro can function as a standalone tablet, many users rely on the detachable keyboard for productivity tasks such as writing, web browsing, and office work. The additional cost of purchasing a keyboard has often pushed the total price higher than expected.

By including a keyboard for free, Microsoft effectively lowers the entry cost for customers who want the complete Surface Pro experience.

What Keyboard Is Included?

The promotion includes the standard Surface Pro Keyboard rather than Microsoft’s premium keyboard model.

The basic keyboard lacks several premium features found on Microsoft’s higher-end accessories, including Surface Pen storage and charging support, more premium materials, and an enhanced trackpad design.

Despite those omissions, the keyboard still provides the core laptop-style experience that most Surface users expect. It also serves as a protective cover for the display when the device is not in use.

Offer Ends June 30

The free keyboard promotion is scheduled to end on June 30. After that date, the Surface Pro Keyboard will once again become an optional accessory sold separately.

For customers planning to purchase a Surface Pro 12, the promotion provides an opportunity to save $170 on an accessory that many consider essential.