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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |  Keychron Keychron K2 Pro $68–$90 “K2 Pro, from Keychron's store” |
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| Price , different | $168 | $68–$90 |
| Size | 75% | 75% |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2022 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Tray Mount |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | ABS, or ABS with aluminum frame |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue | See the store |
| Weight , different | 1.74kg (fully assembled) | About 940 g (ABS), 1070 g (aluminum frame) |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm | 311.6 x 121.6 mm |
| Typing angle , different | 5.2° | Not listed |
| Front height , different | 22.6mm | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Double-shot PBT, KSA profile (fully assembled version) | Double-shot PBT |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB | Hot-swap |
| Plates , different | PC | Steel |
| Battery , different | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) | 4000 mAh |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | QMK/VIA, Hot-swap, Double Gasket Mount, Aluminum Case, Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C, South-facing LEDs, Screw-in Stabilizers, 1000Hz Polling (wired) | 75% layout, Tri-mode, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA |
| Good for , different | 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 | Buyers who want QMK/VIA and a steel plate in a 75% for less than the Max Mac and Windows users who use Bluetooth with up to three devices Typists who like the OSA profile |
| Skip if , different | 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 | Anyone who wants 2.4 GHz wireless (see the K2 Max) Gamers who need lower wireless polling latency Typists who prefer a softer gasket feel |
| Pros , different | 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 | QMK/VIA customization and hot-swap sockets Steel plate and PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizers (maker) Double-shot PBT OSA keycaps Three-device Bluetooth and wired USB-C; two-level feet (EnosTech) EnosTech's verdict: a no-frills board that just works |
| Cons , different | 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) | Wireless polling is 90 Hz over Bluetooth, and there is no 2.4 GHz dongle (maker) Tom's Hardware found Bluetooth poor and the tray-mount typing stiff on the sibling K8 Pro OSA keycaps take adjustment and felt slick on the K8 Pro, and legends do not shine through Arrow keys sit tight against the main block (EnosTech) The black assembled version is not hot-swappable and has no foam (maker note) |
| Research take , different | 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. | A solid 75% for QMK users who stay on Bluetooth or wired. The Max is the better pick if you want a dongle. |