Who is this buying guide for?

Pianist short on space

You want to practise bass notes and chords with your left hand, but need to fit the piano and a place to sit into a small room.

Learner combining both hands

You practise left-hand patterns on their own first, then add the melody with your right hand. Key range, touch and a practical practice setup are your priorities.

Practising at home in a shared space

You want to work on your timing without always using the speakers, so you’re looking for a metronome and a headphone socket.

What should you look for when buying?

Start with the available floor space and the range of music you play. Then check the practice features and what’s included with the version you’re considering.

What to consider What to look for when buying Who is this important for?
Space for the complete setup Casio specifies dimensions of 1.322 × 232 mm for the CDP-S110BK, Yamaha specifies 1.326 × 268 mm for the P-145, and Korg specifies 1.312 × 336 mm for the B2+. These are the dimensions of the body. You’ll also need to allow for the stand, bench, music rest and pedal. I need to fit both the piano and a place to sit in a small room, so I want to make sure the whole setup will fit. Around 29% of consumers give the available setup space top priority.
Range and touch Check the lowest bass note and the distance between the two hands in your own lesson material. You don’t automatically need an 88-key keyboard for every simple chord progression. I want to combine bass and chords with my left hand and a melody with my right, so range and touch matter to me. Around 29% of consumers prioritise playing range and touch.
Practising with a metronome and headphones Check these features on the exact model variant. Yamaha lists a metronome and headphone use for the P-145; Roland lists these features for the FP-10. Headphones won’t completely silence the sound of the keys being played. I want to practise my timing without using the speakers, especially in a shared space. Around 24% of consumers put quiet, regular practice at the top of their list.
Pedal and accessories Compare what’s included with the offer against your playing goals: Casio lists an SP-3 pedal as included, while Korg includes a damper pedal. For the Korg B2+, the stand and PU-2 for half-pedalling are optional. I want to know which parts I need to complete my practice setup. Around 18% of consumers give top priority to the included accessories and a complete setup.

Digital piano buying pitfalls

  • Measuring only the depth of the body

    The stated body dimensions don’t tell you how much space you’ll need for a music rest, bench, pedal and comfortable seating position.

    Map out the complete setup to scale and check that you can sit comfortably and operate the pedal.

    You may need a separate pedal for half-pedalling.

  • Confusing automatic accompaniment with playing accompaniment yourself

    Automatic chords or rhythms won’t necessarily give you the key range and touch you need to play bass and chords yourself with your left hand.

    First decide which notes you want to play in your music, then check the instrument’s range and keyboard.

Brands to compare

Casio

The CDP-S110BK is worth considering if a slim body is important to you.

  • Casio specifies 88 keys and a body depth of 232 mm, and lists an SP-3 pedal as included.
  • The body dimensions don’t show the full space needed for the stand, bench and player. Source: Casio.

Yamaha

The P-145 is a portable, piano-focused option with an 88-key GHC keyboard.

  • Yamaha lists a built-in metronome and headphone use; the stated depth without the music rest is 268 mm.
  • A music rest or optional stand will change the space required. The P-145 and P-145BT are different model names. Source: Yamaha.

Roland

The FP-10 may suit practice on an 88-key keyboard, including when a teacher is playing alongside you.

  • Roland lists a metronome, headphone use and Twin Piano.
  • For half-pedalling, Roland lists the optional DP-10 pedal. Source: Roland.

Korg

The B2+ has an 88-key weighted keyboard and comes with a damper pedal.

  • Korg specifies a body depth of 336 mm and a headphone output.
  • The stand and PU-2 for half-pedalling are optional; allow for the body and the rest of your setup when measuring. Source: Korg.

Joybuy picks for practice

This Joybuy pick is a 61-key keyboard with a metronome. Check that its range suits the bass notes and chords in your music.

Electronic keyboard, 61 keys, black

Electronic keyboard, 61 keys, black

This may suit you if your music fits within a 61-key range and you want to use a metronome. Check that the notes for both hands fit on the keyboard.

Features: MIDI controller, recording function, speakers, metronome and music stand.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I definitely need 88 keys for simple left-hand chords?

No, not for every simple chord progression. Check the lowest bass register and the distance between your hands in the pieces or lessons you want to play. If you also practise piano technique across the full keyboard, the 88-key models reviewed here offer that range.

How do I start practising left-hand accompaniment?

Practise the left-hand pattern on its own first, then combine it with the melody. If needed, use the metronome on the exact model variant to keep track of the tempo.

Should I order a stand or another pedal separately?

That depends on the version you choose and your setup. Korg lists a damper pedal as included with the B2+, but the stand and a separately available PU-2 for half-pedalling are optional. Casio lists an SP-3 pedal as included with the CDP-S110BK.

What are my rights when buying online in the Netherlands?

For a standard online consumer purchase, you generally have a statutory cooling-off period of up to 14 days after delivery, subject to legal exceptions. ACM ConsuWijzer also makes clear that you’re entitled to a product that does what you can reasonably expect it to do. If a product is faulty, the seller is your point of contact for a solution.

Does a CE mark mean a model has been independently tested for piano quality?

No. According to Your Europe, the European Union’s website, the manufacturer uses the CE mark to indicate that the product complies with the relevant EU product rules. It isn’t an independent assessment of the sound or key feel.