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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron K10 Pro $80–$100 “K10 Pro, from Keychron's store” |  Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |
|---|---|---|
| Price , different | $80–$100 | $168 |
| Size , different | Full | 75% |
| Type , different | Pre-built | Barebones |
| Connectivity , different | Wireless | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2025 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Tray Mount | Gasket |
| Case , different | Plastic | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black - Fully Assembled (Hot-Swappable), Black - Barebone (Hot-Swappable), White - Fully Assembled (Hot-Swappable), Black - Fully Assembled | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue |
| Weight , different | Not listed | 1.74kg (fully assembled) |
| Dimensions , different | 8x6mm | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | 5.2° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 22.6mm |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT, normal profile | Double-shot PBT, KSA profile (fully assembled version) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB |
| Plates , different | Not listed | PC |
| Battery , different | — | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin |
| Software | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Full layout, Wireless, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA | QMK/VIA, Hot-swap, Double Gasket Mount, Aluminum Case, Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C, South-facing LEDs, Screw-in Stabilizers, 1000Hz Polling (wired) |
| Good for , different | Apple users who want a full-size with a numpad QMK/VIA users on a mid-range budget People who like PBT keycaps | Heavy typists who want a soft, cushioned feel Buyers who want QMK programmability with Bluetooth People who switch between Mac and Windows Anyone who wants to swap switches or tune the build |
| Skip if , different | Buyers who want a dongle (see the K10 Max) Gamers who want 8 kHz or Hall-effect features Anyone who wants an aluminum case | Competitive gaming over wireless (90Hz polling) Anyone who needs a portable keyboard Buyers who want 2.4GHz wireless on this model People who prefer a low, flat keycap profile |
| Pros , different | QMK/VIA, hot-swap and PBT keycaps (maker) Eight-layer build with foam (AppleInsider) Easy three-device Bluetooth pairing (AppleInsider) Extra keycaps and tools included (AppleInsider) K Pro switch choices including Banana tactile | Flexible PC plate and gasket mount give a soft, bouncy typing feel (Tom's Guide) Full CNC aluminum case at 1,736 g assembled, so it stays put on the desk Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices plus USB-C; MakeUseOf found the Bluetooth connection stable QMK firmware with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros Hot-swap sockets take 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches 4000 mAh battery, rated up to 300 hours with the backlight off; Tom's Guide saw two to three weeks per charge Programmable aluminum knob, plus a system toggle and both Mac and Windows keycaps |
| Cons , different | Maker's page lists no weight, battery or dimensions No dongle Plastic case and a tray mount (maker) Banana switches are noticeably clicky (AppleInsider) Review dates from 2024, so details may have changed since | Wireless is Bluetooth only, at 90Hz polling; 1000Hz needs a USB-C cable No 2.4GHz option on the Pro; Keychron lists the Q1 Max for that Heavy for a 75% and not a board to carry around Tom's Guide heard a slightly hollow stock sound and occasional metallic pings Tall KSA keycaps raised mistype rates in Tom's Guide's typing test An r/Keychron owner report describes spacebar rattle from the stock stabilizers Tom's Guide called the $219 assembled price steep at review time (Nov 2024) |
| Research take , different | A sound mid-range full-size for QMK/VIA users. AppleInsider liked it. | A comfort-first 75% that suits long typing sessions better than gaming or travel. Reviewers rate the build and typing feel highly and mark it down for weight, price and a stock sound that can ping. If you want 2.4GHz or magnetic switches, compare the Q1 Max and Q1 HE before buying. |