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| Spec |  Keychron Keychron Q1 Pro $168 “The Honda Civic of custom keyboards” Best Overall |  Keychron Keychron Q60 Max $230 “Wireless HHKB-layout 60% Q with a steel plate” |
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| Price , different | $168 | $230 |
| Size , different | 75% | 60% |
| Type , different | Barebones | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wireless + Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Mounting | Gasket | Gasket |
| Case , different | 6063 Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Carbon Black, Shell White, Silver Grey, Navy Blue | Retro (Hot-Swappable) |
| Weight , different | 1.74kg (fully assembled) | 1519.6 g (fully assembled), 1353 g (barebone) |
| Dimensions , different | 327.5 x 145 x 35.8mm | 60% |
| 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) | Cherry-profile PBT, Mac and Windows sets included |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, South-facing RGB | Hot-swap |
| Plates , different | PC | Steel |
| Battery , different | 4000mAh (up to 300h, backlight off) | 4000 mAh, up to 100 hours |
| Compatible switches , different | MX-style 3-pin and 5-pin | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA, Keychron Launcher | QMK, Keychron Launcher |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | Yes | No |
| 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) | 60% 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 | HHKB-layout fans who want wireless and QMK/VIA People who want a very compact metal board Anyone who already likes HHKB-style layouts |
| 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 unfamiliar with HHKB layouts Buyers who want a function row or dedicated arrow keys Anyone who dislikes learning a new layout |
| 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 | HHKB-style 60% layout that Trusted Reviews called clever and unique 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired connectivity with QMK/VIA customization Hefty machined aluminum case of about 1.5 kg (Trusted Reviews) Responsive typing feel (Trusted Reviews) Cherry-profile PBT keycaps with both Mac and Windows sets (Trusted Reviews) |
| 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) | Quite a niche option (Trusted Reviews) Quite expensive (Trusted Reviews) Function key is moved up a row to make the function layer easier to reach (Trusted Reviews), so expect to rely on layers Keychron's spec list gives up to 100 hours, while its spec table gives up to 180 hours with the backlight off Only one detailed independent review found |
| 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 well-built HHKB-layout 60% rated highly by its main reviewer, with price and layout niche as the caveats. |