EST. 2026 — A FIELD GUIDE TO JAPANESE SELF-MADE KEYBOARDS

Build Guide ビルドガイド横丁

Wander through keyboard build guides like strolling down the back alleys of Akihabara.
A curated stock-type portal collecting self-made keyboard build guides.

235 guides curated
045 tags indexed
growing

/ Today's Pick

01 / TODAY

Clunker

by MechWild

A unibody 40% keyboard with a half number row, rotary encoder, and solenoid. The guide covers the Pro Micro, transistor, flyback diode, solenoid, switches, and acrylic case assembly.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#solenoid
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02 / TODAY

cool847

by telzo2000 / mki0002ozlet

A 47-key 40% Alice-style unibody keyboard for GH60-style cases. The guide builds the FR4 PCB and plate with MX sockets, Pro Micro, USB daughterboard, and underglow LEDs.

#unibody#40%#Alice#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
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03 / TODAY

NIBBLE

by nullbits

A through-hole 65% kit with a left macro column, rotary encoder, giant RGB LED, and OLED header. It uses a Pro Micro-compatible MCU and focuses the build around diodes, IC sockets, and other forgiving through-hole parts.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#through-hole#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#OLED
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/ Guides

N°001

Lagom

by mohoyt / STHLM kb

A 65% row-staggered unibody through-hole keyboard. The guide covers a Pro Micro-compatible controller, diodes, ICs, OLED, rotary encoders, MX switches, and case assembly.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#rotary encoder#OLED
N°002

Litl

by mohoyt / STHLM kb

A 40% row-staggered unibody through-hole keyboard. The guide covers a Pro Micro-compatible controller, diodes, MX switches, and optional OLED or rotary encoders in a compact DIY kit.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#rotary encoder#OLED
N°003

Mercury

by jmding8

A 42-key row-staggered keyboard that can be built split or monoblock, wired or wireless. The guide covers Choc low-profile switches, controllers, reset switches, and case assembly.

#split#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless
N°004

Switch42

by zk-phi

A 42-key split ortholinear keyboard for MX-compatible switches. The Japanese README covers Pro Micro, TRRS, diodes, optional LEDs, PCB trimming, and case assembly.

#split#40%#ortholinear#MX-compatible
N°005

Treadstone48 Rev.2

by marksard

A 48-key symmetric row-staggered keyboard. The guide covers MX hotswap sockets, Pro Micro, stabilizers, optional OLED or underglow LEDs, and acrylic plate assembly.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#OLED#RGB LED
N°006

BB65

by MechWild

A 65% row-staggered DIY kit built around a BlackPill controller. The guide covers diodes, Kailh sockets, stabilizers, rotary encoder, plate, and case assembly.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#rotary encoder
N°007

Cassini3000

by サリチル酸 / 沼人の会

A low-profile unibody keyboard kit in the GoForty series. The guide covers Choc v2 switches, plate foam, the panel-mount cable, case assembly, and handle hardware.

#unibody#40%#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap
N°008

Swoop

by jimmerricks

A 36-key Sweep-family split column-staggered keyboard. The wired build uses MX hotswap sockets, TRRS interconnect, Pro Micro-compatible MCUs, and optional OLEDs or RGB LEDs.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#OLED#RGB LED
N°009

The Epilogue

by YMG Works

A 60%-class unibody keyboard kit with integrated trackball module support. The guide covers the stacked acrylic gasket case, palm rest, rotary encoders, LEDs, and related options.

#unibody#60%#MX-compatible#trackball#gasket mount#rotary encoder#RGB LED
N°010

Yampad v2

by mattdibi

An 18-key hotswap numpad and macropad. This open-source kit uses a Pro Micro, Kailh sockets, SOD-123 diodes, and optional RGB LEDs and OLED display.

#macropad#numpad#MX-compatible#hotswap#OLED#RGB LED
N°011

cool847

by telzo2000 / mki0002ozlet

A 47-key 40% Alice-style unibody keyboard for GH60-style cases. The guide builds the FR4 PCB and plate with MX sockets, Pro Micro, USB daughterboard, and underglow LEDs.

#unibody#40%#Alice#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
N°012

O50GL

by サリチル酸 / Puri Puri

A 50-key unibody ortholinear kit for the GL516 case. It uses MX-compatible switches, soldered diodes, sockets, pin sockets, and also supports wireless builds with BLE Micro Pro.

#unibody#50%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#hotswap#wireless
N°013

Palmslave

by takashicompany

A 38-key narrow-pitch split keyboard succeeding miniDivide. It builds with Choc v1/v2 hotswap sockets, Pro Micro or BLE Micro Pro controllers, and acrylic or 3D-printed cases.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless
N°014

Re-gret

by Ryan Schenk

A 34-key Choc low-profile unibody split keyboard. The guide covers wired and wireless builds with a XIAO MCU, Choc hotswap sockets, shift register, pogo pins, and a 3D-printed case.

#unibody#30%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless
N°015

Southpaw75

by Kelvin Hall / FR4Boards

A 75% unibody keyboard with a left-side numpad. The guide builds ANSI/ISO layouts with through-hole diodes, a Pro Micro-compatible controller, stabilizers, and FR4 plates.

#unibody#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#numpad
N°016

cocot46plus

by aki27

A 46-key unibody column-staggered keyboard with a 34mm trackball, thumb rotary encoder, and OLED. The official guide covers the sensor, Pro Micro, and case assembly.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#trackball#rotary encoder#OLED
N°017

Primer16

by 遊舎工房

A beginner-friendly 16-key numpad and macropad. The official guide covers through-hole diodes, Pro Micro, optional rotary encoders, and Remap-compatible firmware.

#macropad#numpad#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#wireless
N°018

Primer79

by 遊舎工房

A beginner-friendly 79-key standard-layout keyboard kit. The official guide covers through-hole diodes, stabilizers, Pro Micro, optional rotary encoders, and wireless support.

#unibody#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#wireless
N°019

TIDBIT

by nullbits

A 19-key through-hole numpad and macropad kit. It builds around a Pro Micro with optional rotary encoders, OLED or LED displays, and RGB underglow.

#macropad#numpad#MX-compatible#through-hole#rotary encoder#OLED#RGB LED
N°020

wings42 v3

by Daily Craft Keyboard

A 42-key low-profile split keyboard kit with Choc v1/v2 support. The official guide covers SMD diodes, TRRS, Pro Micro, firmware, and plate assembly.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°021

Ergo68

by 遊舎工房

A 68-key split column-staggered keyboard with assembled PCBs, hotswap sockets, full-key backlighting, TRRS interconnect, and Pro Micro or BLE Micro Pro build options.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED#wireless
N°022

ErgoArrows

by サリチル酸

A 65% split ergonomic keyboard with dedicated arrow keys on both halves. It combines MX-compatible switches with Choc arrow keys, TRRS interconnect, Pro Micro controllers, and optional LEDs or wireless parts.

#split#65%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#RGB LED#wireless
N°023

Guide68

by サリチル酸

A 68-key split keyboard that fits cursor keys into a compact 60% layout. The guide covers assembled-diode PCBs, TRRS interconnect, Pro Micro controllers, 2U stabilizers, and optional LEDs or wireless parts.

#split#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#RGB LED#wireless
N°024

Hatsukey70

by Hatsukey

A 70-key low-profile split keyboard with a familiar row-staggered layout and thumb keys. The guide builds it with Choc V1 switches, TRRS interconnect, and Pro Micro controllers.

#split#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#through-hole
N°025

Teihai70H

by alg

A 70-key low-profile unibody keyboard aimed at Japanese layouts. The guide builds it with Gateron Low Profile switches, an RP2040-Zero, diode and socket soldering, and stacked plates.

#unibody#row-staggered#low-profile#hotswap#RP2040
N°026

CROSSARROW60

by ムクネス

A solder-free 60% row-staggered kit with cross-style arrow keys. It uses a pre-assembled PCB, KBDMicro RP2040, and underglow LEDs, with keymap editing through Remap.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#RGB LED#RP2040
N°027

GeaconPolaris

by teporz

A 50% split GRIN-layout low-profile wireless kit with support for an index-finger trackball and MeKaBu modules. It uses ZMK, AAA battery power, OLED, a directional switch, and touch sensors.

#split#50%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#pointing device#OLED
N°028

Ieneko-Box

by Daraku-Neko

A box-style keyboard kit with side touch sensors, a solenoid, and a front switch. It can be built with either a 42-key row-staggered or 47-key ortholinear keyboard section.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#ortholinear#MX-compatible#RGB LED
N°029

KOCHOU Split Kit

by ムクネス

A 40% column-staggered kit for building KOCHOU as a split keyboard. It uses pre-assembled RP2040 PCBs, HDMI bridge modules, and tilt plates for a solder-free build.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RP2040
N°030

Split40

by tm / hirotomi

A 40% row-staggered low-profile wireless kit that can be used split or magnetically joined as one board. It uses XIAO nRF52840, ZMK, and hotswap sockets.

#split#unibody#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless
N°031

GoFortyMX

by サリチル酸

A 51-key unibody 40% keyboard that reworks the GoForty concept for Cherry MX. It supports MX-compatible switches and Gateron LP v3, and assembles without soldering.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°032

GoForty RS

by サリチル酸

A 47-key unibody row-staggered keyboard designed as the successor to GoForty R47Go. It builds a Choc v2, pre-assembled PCB and screwless case without soldering.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap
N°033

KOCHOU Basic Kit

by ムクネス

A 40% column-staggered kit for building KOCHOU as a unibody keyboard. It uses pre-assembled RP2040 PCBs, a bridge PCB, and tilt plates for a solder-free build.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°034

OKBall

by telzo2000 / mki0002ozlet

A 40-key wired split ortholinear keyboard. It builds around RP2040-Zero controllers, a PMW3610 trackball, and a rotary encoder, with either MX or Choc switch options.

#split#40%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#trackball#rotary encoder
N°035

REVIUNG39

by gtips

A 39-key unibody column-staggered keyboard. The original SMD version builds with MX-compatible hotswap sockets, RGB LEDs, and a layered acrylic case with a silicone sheet.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
N°036

KeyFuda 04

by サリチル酸

A 20-key grid macropad. It builds around pre-soldered parts by adding a Pro Micro or BLE Micro Pro, with Choc v1 switches, layer indicators, and an optional wireless configuration.

#macropad#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#RGB LED#wireless
N°037

REVIUNG39 Mk-II

by gtips

A 39-key unibody column-staggered keyboard with a center thumb cluster. The guide builds MX-compatible hotswap sockets, RGB LEDs, and a layered acrylic case with a silicone sheet.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
N°038

REVIUNG5

by gtips

An MX-compatible macropad buildable as five keys or four keys plus a rotary encoder. The compact kit uses a Pro Micro, diodes, optional RGB LEDs, and acrylic plates for soldering practice.

#macropad#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#RGB LED
N°039

REVIUNG53

by gtips

A unibody row-staggered keyboard buildable with 49 to 53 keys. It supports MX-compatible hotswap sockets, underglow LEDs, multiple stabilizer layouts, and optional middle or Hi-Pro frames.

#unibody#50%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
N°040

Rhymestone

by marksard

A 40-key MX-compatible split ortholinear keyboard based on Corne and Helix ideas. Its reversible PCB build supports hotswap sockets, backlight LEDs, OLEDs, and TRRS interconnect.

#split#40%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED#OLED
N°041

Amatelus73

by 魔王

A 73-key unibody keyboard with a symmetrical staggered layout. It pairs standard-keycap compatibility with RGB Matrix lighting, hotswap sockets, and acrylic plates.

#unibody#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED
N°042

cool642

by telzo2000 / mki0002ozlet

A split ortholinear keyboard with 21 keys per side. It uses BLE Micro Pro and Choc v2-compatible sockets for a thin 42-key Bluetooth build.

#split#40%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless
N°043

Moon83s v2

by A'sKey

A split low-profile keyboard with a Japanese layout. It combines Choc v2 switches, touch sensors, OLEDs, and a case into a thin wireless split kit.

#split#low-profile#Choc-compatible#wireless
N°044

suika85ergo

by すいか技研

An 85-key unibody ergonomic keyboard with a column-staggered layout. It supports Cherry MX or Choc V1-compatible switches and includes a function-key row.

#unibody#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°045

torabo-tsuki LP

by sekigon-gonnoc / のぎけす屋

A wireless split low-profile keyboard with an integrated trackball. It supports 25 mm or 19 mm trackballs, battery power, and an optional trackpad in a thin build.

#split#low-profile#Choc-compatible#wireless#trackball#pointing device
N°046

CLEAVE HHJP

by Rimebeck Works

A fully wireless split keyboard kit inspired by Japanese HHKB-style layouts. The guide covers MX/Choc hotswap sockets, XIAO nRF52840 Plus, LiPo batteries, firmware, and multiple case builds.

#split#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#hotswap#wireless
N°047

Earth:Horizon

by A'sKey

A 75% class wireless split keyboard for Japanese layouts. The guide builds BLE Micro Pro Boost halves with AA battery boxes, stabilizers, hotswap MX switches, and 3D-printed cases.

#split#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#wireless
N°048

Primer29

by 遊舎工房

A 29-key numpad and macropad planned and designed by Yushakobo. The unibody kit matches Primer61 depth and covers diode, Pro Micro, switch, and keycap assembly.

#macropad#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°049

Primer61

by 遊舎工房

A 61-key 60% keyboard kit planned and designed by Yushakobo. The guide walks through through-hole soldering, Pro Micro installation, stabilizers, switches, and keycaps for a beginner-friendly build.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°050

SylvaTwin

by A'sKey

A wireless split keyboard with a 25 mm trackball on the right half. The guide covers XIAO nRF52840, boost circuits, OLED, battery boxes, the trackball PCB, firmware, and case assembly.

#split#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#pointing device
N°051

7sProMax

by サリチル酸

A split keyboard with 63 keys plus hidden buttons. The guide builds an aluminum-cased hotswap board with stabilizers and acrylic parts, with wired and wireless configuration options.

#split#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#wireless
N°052

ClickBoard ErgoMini

by サリチル酸

A split 40% ClickBoard keyboard using low-profile mouse switches. The guide assembles a sub-9 mm body with dedicated keycaps, aluminum cases, Poron foam, and bottom covers.

#split#40%#column-staggered#low-profile
N°053

Focus40 Ortho

by サリチル酸 / moimate

A 40% low-profile keyboard planned by moimate and designed by Salicylic Acid. It assembles without soldering using an aluminum case, ortholinear PCB, switch plate, and foam.

#unibody#40%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°054

Focus60 EN

by サリチル酸 / moimate

A 60% low-profile split keyboard planned by moimate and designed by Salicylic Acid. It assembles without soldering using aluminum cases, EN-layout PCBs, switch plates, and stabilizers.

#split#60%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°055

WzTwenty

by サリチル酸

A 16-key numpad designed around Acid Caps LowProfile 1u convex caps. The guide assembles a populated PCB, switch plate, frame case, and 3D-printed bottom.

#macropad#numpad#low-profile
N°056

AtEighty US

by サリチル酸

An 80%-class US-layout split keyboard with function keys. The guide assembles a larger low-profile build with Choc v2 switches, stabilizers, and a screwless case without soldering.

#split#80%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°057

GoForty JP

by サリチル酸

A 40% Japanese-layout keyboard from the GoForty concept. It assembles a low-profile unibody kit with Choc v2 switches, stabilizers, and an acrylic tilt bar without soldering.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°058

GoForty US

by サリチル酸

A 40% US-layout keyboard from the GoForty concept. It assembles without soldering using Choc v2 switches, clip-in stabilizers, and an acrylic tilt bar.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°059

InSixtyEN

by サリチル酸

A 60% EN-layout split keyboard designed as an updated 7sKB concept. The low-profile Choc v2 build uses stabilizers and USB-C interconnects, assembled without soldering.

#split#60%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°060

InSixtyJP

by サリチル酸

A 60% split keyboard designed as the Japanese-layout InSixty variant. It builds a low-profile JP layout with Choc v2 switches, stabilizers, and USB-C interconnects without soldering.

#split#60%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°061

BeThirty v3

by サリチル酸

A 30% low-profile keyboard derived from the GoForty concept. It uses an RP2040 PCB, Choc v2 switches, and a screwless 3D-printed case for compact Ortho or QAZ builds.

#unibody#30%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#3D-printed
N°062

ClickBoard Ortho

by サリチル酸

An ultra-thin ortholinear keyboard that uses low-profile mouse switches as keys. The build screws together the case, assembled PCB, Poron foam, bottom cover, and dedicated keycaps.

#unibody#40%#ortholinear#low-profile
N°063

cool650lp

by telzo2000 / mki0002ozlet

A 50-key split low-profile ortholinear keyboard. The guide covers Choc sockets, an RP2040-Zero, a 3D-printed case, soldering, case assembly, and firmware installation.

#split#50%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#3D-printed
N°064

Focus40 JP

by サリチル酸 / moimate

A 40% low-profile keyboard planned by moimate and designed by Salicylic Acid. The guide assembles an aluminum case, JP-layout PCB, stabilizers, and foam without soldering.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°065

KeyFuda Seven

by サリチル酸

A 6-key macropad designed around CreatorPad keycaps. It uses Choc v2 switches, a 3D-printed case, and a pre-assembled PCB, so the build centers on screws and switch installation without soldering.

#macropad#Choc-compatible#low-profile#3D-printed
N°066

Aurora Corne

by foostan

A 42-key split column-staggered keyboard based on Corne and reworked by splitkb.com for the Aurora series. It supports MX/Choc switches, OLEDs, encoders, and wireless-friendly power switches.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°067

Aurora Sofle v2

by Josef Adamcik

A 58-key split column-staggered keyboard based on Sofle v2 and reworked by splitkb.com for the Aurora series. It supports MX/Choc switches, OLEDs, encoders, and wireless-friendly power switches.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°068

Caravelle-BLE

by SatT

A wireless 40% split keyboard with a top-mount 3D-printed case. The guide walks through installing a BLE Micro Pro, switches, and keycaps to complete the build.

#split#40%#MX-compatible#wireless#3D printed
N°069

DRESSTHING

by そうすけ

A 35-key 30% DIY keyboard kit with a rotary encoder. It can be built in unibody, folding, or split styles and supports MX, Choc v1, and Choc v2 Full POM switches.

#unibody#split#30%#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#wireless#rotary encoder
N°070

Ripple TKL

by Upas / CannonKeys

A TKL gasket-mount keyboard. The guide covers PCB testing, stabilizer and switch installation, choosing O-ring or gasket mounting, and final case assembly.

#unibody#TKL#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount
N°071

Equals 48

by Boardsource

A 4x12 40% ortholinear keyboard with a CNC aluminum case and preassembled RP2040 hotswap PCB. The build only needs switches and keycaps installed.

#unibody#40%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°072

GoForty Ortho

by サリチル酸

A 40% ortholinear keyboard from the GoForty concept. It is a unibody low-profile Choc v2 build that assembles switches, keycaps, and plates without soldering.

#unibody#40%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°073

InSixtyMX

by サリチル酸

A 60% split keyboard that adapts InSixty for MX-compatible switches. The guide covers EN and JP layouts with a caseless/frame-case style, assembled without soldering.

#split#60%#MX-compatible
N°074

Rechteck

by Boardsource

A slim 60% wireless keyboard for Choc V1 switches. It uses a CNC aluminum case, ZMK, and hotswap PCB, with the guide covering stabilizers, battery, and case assembly.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless
N°075

ToSeventy

by サリチル酸

A Choc v2 low-profile keyboard in the 65% range. The guide covers Ortho, JP, and US variants, with caseless or frame-case builds assembled without soldering.

#unibody#65%#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°076

BDN9 Rev. 3

by Keebio

A 3x3 nine-key macropad with MX-compatible hotswap sockets, up to three EC11 or EC12 rotary encoders, and RGB underglow. The guide covers encoder soldering and case assembly.

#macropad#ortholinear#MX-compatible#hotswap#rotary encoder#RGB LED
N°077

Chimera65

by Upas / CannonKeys

A 65% gasket-mount keyboard. The guide walks through PCB testing, stabilizer and switch installation, the daughterboard, Poron gaskets, and final case assembly.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount
N°078

Demod LM

by Keebio

A low-profile numpad with an aluminum case. It supports Choc V2 hotswap switches, VIA, and RGB LEDs, with steps for installing switches and keycaps and reassembling the case.

#macropad#numpad#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap
N°079

SparrowS v3

by Atsushi Morimoto (@74th)

A 58-key split keyboard shaped around placing devices beside the right half. It supports gasket-mount cases, MX or Choc switches, Qwiic expansion, hotswap, and an optional four-key right-side pad.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#gasket mount#hotswap
N°080

WTF60

by Keebio

A mirrored-layout unibody keyboard for standard 60% cases. The guide covers trimming the center standoff, installing 2u stabilizers, soldering switches, and optionally adding RGB strips.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°081

Choctopus44

by SlightHeadache

A 44-key split keyboard with Choc spacing. The build supports low-profile switches, hotswap sockets, a rotary encoder, and wireless-oriented power and battery parts.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless#rotary encoder
N°082

Kimiko

by Keycapsss

A 58-60 key split keyboard with reversible PCBs. The guide covers MX-compatible switches plus optional OLEDs, RGB LEDs, and rotary encoders.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#OLED#RGB LED#rotary encoder
N°083

Pangaea Keyboard

by e3w2q

A modular split keyboard with adjustable thumb and pinky modules. The standard build uses MX-compatible switches, with options for Choc, rotary encoders, LEDs, and a removable number row.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#rotary encoder#RGB LED
N°084

SNAP

by nullbits

A 75%-class split keyboard kit built around through-hole parts. The guide covers MX-compatible switches, rotary encoders, OLEDs, and an acrylic case.

#split#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#rotary encoder#OLED
N°085

Speedo

by CozyKeys

A compact 66-key unibody ergonomic keyboard. The build uses MX-compatible switches, SMD diodes, an Elite-C controller, and optional WS2812B underglow.

#unibody#65%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#RGB LED
N°086

Menura

by rmuraglia

A wireless split keyboard that can be configured from 30 to 36 keys. Its overlapping MX socket layout and case wedges let builders experiment across 3x5+3, 3x5+2, and unibody-like arrangements.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#wireless
N°087

RustyKeys

by KOBA789

A business-card-sized 6-key keyboard kit designed as an embedded Rust introduction. The official guide covers assembly, debugger setup, and firmware development with two Raspberry Pi Pico boards.

#unibody#macropad#ortholinear#MX-compatible#RP2040
N°088

tg4x

by MythosMann

An inexpensive open-source 45% unibody keyboard that can reuse TG3 donor parts. It runs on a Pro Micro and supports standard ANSI-style keycaps, split spacebars, and RGB underglow.

#unibody#45%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#RGB LED
N°089

Angelina72 Rev. 2

by clomie

A split keyboard with irregular row stagger and selectable 64, 68, or 72-key builds. The official Rev. 2 guide walks through plate separation, socket assembly, TRRS wiring, and QMK flashing with photos.

#split#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°090

DracuLad

by MangoIV

A 34-36 key split keyboard with support for OLEDs, rotary encoders, and a Pimoroni trackball. The official guide covers the MX/Choc-capable build and the optional modules in one assembly flow.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#OLED#rotary encoder#pointing device#RGB LED
N°091

Mantis

by fxkuehl

A unibody ergonomic keyboard that creates shallow key wells with three PCBs and hexagonal keycaps. The official v0.3.3 guide covers QMK/Vial setup, RGB assembly, and the stacked case build in detail.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#RGB LED#3D print
N°092

Microdox

by waffle87

A tiny 36-key split keyboard that supports both MX and Choc parts. The official v2 build guide walks through SMD assembly, OLEDs, RGB, encoders, and QMK flashing.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#OLED#RGB LED#rotary encoder#hotswap
N°093

Taira

by strayer

A 66-key wireless split keyboard built with two nice!nanos and Kailh Choc v1 switches. The official guide walks through battery wiring, Mill-Max socketing, and Bluetooth bring-up with detailed photos.

#split#60%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#hotswap
N°094

Porcupine

by anarion80

A wired or wireless split keyboard family with 36-42 key variants, a reversible Choc hotswap PCB, and three related layouts. The official guide covers the shared assembly flow, wiring choices, and firmware steps across the family.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#hotswap
N°095

Thorium

by note96e

A 34-key wireless split ortholinear keyboard built around XIAO nRF52840 controllers and MX hotswap sockets. The official guide covers the split halves, optional dongle setup, 3D-printed case parts, and foam tuning.

#split#30%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#wireless#hotswap
N°096

Apiaster Choc

by nmunnich

A 50-key split column-staggered keyboard with an adjustable thumb cluster and optional reduced inner keys. This low-profile Choc hotswap PCB supports XIAO nRF52840 or RP2040-Zero builds.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#hotswap#wireless
N°097

Apiaster MX

by nmunnich

A 50-key split column-staggered keyboard with an adjustable thumb cluster and optional reduced inner keys. The MX hotswap PCB supports XIAO nRF52840 or RP2040-Zero builds.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#wireless
N°098

Corax54

by dnlbauer

A 54-key low-profile split keyboard with scrollwheels on both halves, a fully wireless Nice!Nano + ZMK design, Nice!View support, and a magnetic 3D-printed case.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#hotswap
N°099

Ergo S-1

by wizarddata

A wireless split concave keyboard designed around compatibility with standard 104-key sets. The open-source project includes Cherry MX/Gateron keywells, ZMK firmware, case files, a parts list, and a dedicated assembly PDF.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#wireless
N°100

Ergo-V-1

by VPavliashvili

A wired split concave keyboard derived from the Kinesis Advantage-style keywell, rebuilt with a Corne-like three-key thumb cluster and QMK wiring. The README covers case prep, handwiring, TRRS setup, and firmware flashing.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°101

Fisk

by vvhg1

A 54-key split handwired keyboard built around RP2040 Zero controllers and a 3D-printed case. The official v2.0 guide covers OLEDs, rotary encoders, and the USB-C interconnect between halves.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°102

Klein Wired

by snsten

A 36-key split column-staggered keyboard. The wired build targets Pro Micro or KB2040-class controllers and supports MX/Choc hotswap, a trackpad, OLED, rotary encoders, and buzzer or haptics options.

#split#30%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#hotswap#pointing device#OLED#rotary encoder
N°103

Klein Wireless

by snsten

A 36-key split column-staggered keyboard. The wireless build targets XIAO BLE controllers with MX/Choc hotswap, battery power, and optional OLED or rotary encoder support.

#split#30%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#hotswap#wireless#OLED#rotary encoder
N°104

Stront Choc

by zzeneg

A 38-key low-profile split keyboard built around Kailh Choc v1 switches, an LCD, a Cirque trackpad, and RP2040 Zero controllers. It has a dedicated official build guide for the slim variant.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°105

Stront MX38/MX40

by zzeneg

A modular split keyboard family built with the same guide for both 38-key and 40-key versions. The official documentation covers MX or KS-33/27 switches, LCDs, trackpads, and VIK-ready modules.

#split#40%#column-staggered
N°106

Flake

by anywhy-io

A wireless 40/46/58-key split keyboard with MX and Choc support. The guide covers its reversible PCB, Seeed Xiao nRF52840 controllers, ultra-thin case, and ZMK Studio workflow across all sizes.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#hotswap
N°107

Pinkies Out v2

by Sadek Baroudi

A 66-key unibody keyboard with support for a Cirque trackpad or trackball and rotary encoders. The v2 build pairs an MX/Choc hotswap PCB with optional RGB and haptic feedback.

#unibody#65%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#pointing device#rotary encoder#hotswap
N°108

Rock On v2

by Sadek Baroudi

A 66-key unibody keyboard with support for a Cirque trackpad or Pimoroni trackball, OLED, and rotary encoders. The v2 guide covers an MX/Choc hotswap PCB build.

#unibody#65%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#pointing device#OLED#rotary encoder#hotswap
N°109

HPD v2

by ergohaven

A modular 60%-class 3D split keyboard that pairs a curved case with a hotswap PCB. The official guide walks through the PCB build and the final keyboard checks.

#split#60%#3D-printed#MX-compatible#hotswap#USB-C
N°110

Mün 2

by RGBKB

A 60%-class keyboard with a magnetic case and updated controller that can be built either as a split board or inside compatible unibody 60% cases. The official guide also covers flashing and accessory setup after assembly.

#split#60%#row-staggered#magnetic
N°111

Nine

by bsag

An ultra-compact 18-key wireless split keyboard built around nice!nano v2 controllers with optional nice!view displays. The official guide covers PCB assembly, case assembly, and getting the ZMK firmware.

#split#30%#column-staggered#wireless#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°112

Phobos

by RGBKB

A 66-key split column-staggered board built on RGBKB's Sol 3 platform, with MX hotswap support, perimeter RGB, and a magnetic screwless case. The official guide covers both switchplate and plateless assembly paths.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED#gasket mount#magnetic
N°113

Sol 3

by RGBKB

A 72-key split row-staggered board with MX hotswap support, perimeter RGB, and a magnetic gasket-mounted case. The official guide also covers flashing and accessory installation.

#split#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#RGB LED#gasket mount#magnetic
N°114

Torn

by rtitmuss

A split keyboard in the Corne family built from through-hole parts. It uses an ATmega328P with V-USB, and the official build guide covers the assembly from component soldering through the different case options.

#split#40%#column-staggered#through-hole#MX-compatible
N°115

Velvet v3

by ergohaven

A 46-key sculpted split keyboard built around a curved FDM-friendly case and a hotswap PCB. The official guide covers the PCB build through final key testing.

#split#40%#3D-printed#MX-compatible#hotswap#USB-C
N°116

Daedalus

by Perseus333

A 36-key wireless split keyboard built around Choc switches. The guide combines a Cirque trackpad, rotary encoder, 3D-printed case, and batteries in a low-profile build.

#split#30%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#wireless#pointing device#rotary encoder
N°117

Dilly

by Keebio

A 30-key low-profile ortholinear keyboard. It uses Choc switches and hotswap sockets with a Pro Micro-compatible controller for a compact unibody kit.

#unibody#30%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°118

Discipline 65

by coseyfannitutti

A 65% row-staggered through-hole keyboard. The build covers diodes, resistors, USB-C, ATmega32A-related parts, and the assembly of a hands-on unibody kit.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#USB-C
N°119

ErgoDox

by Dominic Beauchamp

A large split column-staggered keyboard with thumb clusters. The classic DIY ergonomic build covers diodes, I/O expanders, TRRS wiring, and controller assembly.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°120

ScottoFly

by Joe Scotto

A 36-key keyboard with a split-inspired unibody layout, built with a 3D-printed case and handwiring. It directly wires MX-compatible switches, diodes, and a controller.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#3D-printed#handwired
N°121

Clunker

by MechWild

A unibody 40% keyboard with a half number row, rotary encoder, and solenoid. The guide covers the Pro Micro, transistor, flyback diode, solenoid, switches, and acrylic case assembly.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#solenoid
N°122

Mokulua

by MechWild

A split Alice-like row-staggered keyboard with rectangular halves suited for tenting. The guide covers both halves, including Pro Micros, USB ports, OLEDs, rotary encoders, and acrylic parts.

#split#Alice layout#row-staggered#MX-compatible#OLED#rotary encoder
N°123

Sugar Glider

by MechWild

A split column-staggered keyboard with thumb clusters, a touchpad, OLED, and rotary encoders. The guide walks through the BlackPill, GPIO expander, Nugget, touchpad mounting, and case assembly.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#pointing device#OLED#rotary encoder
N°124

Tako

by ssbb

A 34-key split keyboard for electrostatic capacitive switches. It supports RP2040-based wired builds and nice!nano wireless builds, with guide coverage for Topre/NIZ-style parts, domes, springs, and top plates.

#split#30%#column-staggered#wireless#low-profile
N°125

Trackswitch Manuform

by rish987

A 3D-printed Dactyl Manuform-style split keyboard with a clickable trackball mechanism that enters the mouse layer when pressed. The guide covers printing, wiring, the sensor, and firmware.

#split#3D-printed#column-staggered#MX-compatible#trackball#pointing device
N°126

Adafruit MacroPad RP2040

by Adafruit

A 3x4 RP2040 macropad with MX-compatible hotswap sockets, NeoPixels, a 128x64 OLED, rotary encoder, speaker, and STEMMA QT. It is designed for CircuitPython or Arduino workflows.

#macropad#ortholinear#MX-compatible#hotswap#RP2040#rotary encoder#OLED
N°127

Balance

by Upas / CannonKeys

An aluminum unibody FRL-1800 keyboard with a knob. The build combines Poron gaskets, a solder PCB, unified daughterboard, and distinctive accent pieces for a large work-focused board.

#unibody#1800#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount#rotary encoder
N°128

Hyper7 R4

by Mechboards

A 173%-class oversized unibody keyboard supporting 179 to 213 keys. The build covers the stainless case, dual hotswap PCBs, handle, foam, and a huge number of stabilizers and switches.

#unibody#173%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°129

Mercutio

by MechWild

A 40% row-staggered through-hole kit with an OLED and rotary encoder. The build steps through the ATmega328P, USB-C port, diodes, IC socket, and other parts for an approachable compact 40% board.

#unibody#40%#row-staggered#through-hole#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#OLED
N°130

Viterbi

by Keebio

A 70% split ortholinear keyboard with 5x7 keys per half. Rev. 2 follows the Levinson Rev. 3-style build flow with diodes, TRRS, Pro Micro-compatible controllers, and MX or Alps switches.

#split#70%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Alps-compatible
N°131

3W6

by weteor

A 36-key low-profile split ortholinear keyboard in a minimal 3x5+3 Choc layout. It uses onboard controllers, USB-C interconnect, and optional Pimoroni trackball or tenting puck support.

#split#30%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#USB-C
N°132

Breeze Rev. 1.3

by Afternoon Labs

A 70-key split row-staggered keyboard. The Keebio Rev. 1.3 kit uses USB-C interconnect, an included case, and MX hotswap sockets, with guide coverage from controller soldering to case assembly.

#split#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap#USB-C
N°133

Cerberus

by CannonKeys

A 65%-class unibody custom keyboard with plate gaskets, force-break pads, internal weight, and USB/RGB daughterboards. The guide covers both wired QMK/VIA and wireless ZMK Studio versions.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount#wireless
N°134

Chocopad Rev. 1

by Keebio

A 4x4 16-key macropad for Kailh Choc low-profile switches. The build covers diodes, a Pro Micro, and optional in-switch LEDs with their control components in a compact project.

#macropad#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile#through-hole
N°135

Lumberjack

by peej

A 5x12 ortholinear PCB designed to fit standard 60% cases. This unibody keyboard uses mostly through-hole parts, combining visible electronics with FR4 plate options and common case compatibility.

#unibody#60%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°136

Basketweave-S

by null-ll / piit79

A through-hole kit with an Alice-like 65% ergonomic layout, arrow keys, and rotary encoder support. The guide walks through the USB-C port, ATmega32A, diodes, switches, and case hardware.

#unibody#65%#Alice#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#rotary encoder
N°137

Lulu

by Boardsource

A Lily58-style 6x4x4 split keyboard built around an aluminum top case, OLED covers, tenting legs, and optional rotary encoders, with an assembly-focused build process.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#OLED#rotary encoder#aluminum case
N°138

Protozoa P.01

by Protozoa Studio / coseyfannitutti

A TKL keyboard based on the Mysterium-style PCB. The guide covers a full large-format DIY build, including through-hole electronics, USB-C, stabilizers, and case assembly.

#unibody#TKL#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole#USB-C
N°139

REVIUNG34

by gtips

A 34- or 33-key unibody column-staggered keyboard with a centered thumb cluster, RGB LEDs, and an acrylic diffuser, offering a compact ergonomic layout in a single-piece build.

#unibody#30%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#RGB LED
N°140

Sweep

by David Philip Barr

A Ferris-family 34-key split keyboard with a minimal diode-free PCB. The guide covers hotswap sockets, TRRS jacks, reset switches, and Pro Micro-style controllers.

#split#30%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#hotswap
N°141

Chiri CE

by Keebio

A Corne-like three-row low-profile split keyboard derived from the Iris CE, with Choc V1 hotswap, RP2040, a CNC aluminum case, and 3x6 or 3x5 layout options.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°142

KBO-5000

by Keebio

A split row-staggered TKL-style keyboard with MX-compatible switches, TRRS interconnect, and optional rotary encoder or LEDs, keeping a familiar layout while separating the halves.

#split#80%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#rotary encoder
N°143

Ortho60

by CannonKeys

A 12x5 60% ortholinear keyboard built around a Blue Pill microcontroller, with a mostly through-hole kit process covering diodes, USB port, Blue Pill headers, and optional backlighting parts.

#unibody#60%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°144

QAZ

by Coffee Break Keyboards

A compact roughly 35% row-staggered keyboard using a Pro Micro and diodes, known for its distinctive small layout that packs familiar keycap sizes into very few keys.

#unibody#30%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°145

StackedTKL

by CannonKeys

A TKL kit with a stacked acrylic case built around the DevastatingTKL PCB, combining an FR4 plate, seven acrylic case layers, feet layers, and support for RGB underglow.

#unibody#80%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°146

Killer Whale

by Taro Hayashi

A 48-56 key split keyboard with a 30-degree tilted 3D structure and swappable thumb clusters for trackball, D-pad, or joystick modules.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#trackball
N°147

Le Oeuf (PG1425)

by EggsWorks

A 36-key ultra-low-profile unibody split-style keyboard using Kailh PG1425 X switches and a XIAO RP2040, emphasizing a thin direct-soldered build.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#low-profile
N°148

Tartan

by Takuya Urakawa / Dm9Records

A 60% unibody keyboard using an ATmega328P with V-USB and all-through-hole components, packaging an ANSI/ISO-style layout for approachable DIY assembly.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°149

Unicorne

by Yang Hu

A 42-44 key unibody keyboard inspired by Corne and Kyria, with an onboard STM32 MCU plus support for an OLED, buzzer, and up to two rotary encoders.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°150

Waterfowl

by CyanDuck

A 36-key split keyboard supporting MX or Choc hotswap sockets, OLEDs, rotary and roller encoders, and both wired and wireless build options.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°151

Chidori

by kagizaraya

A 48-key split ortholinear keyboard in the same family as Let's Split. It uses all through-hole parts without a Pro Micro, and the expansion kit can turn it into a three-part build with a numpad/macropad.

#split#40%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°152

Claw44

by yfuku / Daily Craft Keyboard

A 44-key split column-staggered keyboard with four thumb keys and inward-angled key positions for a natural hand posture. v3 adds MX hotswap, Type-C Pro Micros, and expansion plates.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°153

Helix

by Makoto Kurauchi

A split ortholinear keyboard with up to 64 keys and selectable four- or five-row builds. The PCB can be cut down, and the guide covers MX or Kailh Choc low-profile switches, OLEDs, underglow, and backlighting.

#split#60%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°154

Mint60

by eucalyn

A 60% split keyboard close to a familiar row-staggered layout. It keeps typing approachable with standard keycap sets and generous soldering spacing while letting the halves sit at a more natural angle.

#split#60%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°155

Nomu30

by recompile keys

A 31-key 30% unibody keyboard with a distinctive ISO Enter key. The acrylic sandwich build guide walks through diodes, the Pro Micro, stabilizer, MX switches, and bottom plate assembly.

#unibody#30%#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°156

Brutal V2 1800

by ai03 / CannonKeys

An aluminum unibody keyboard in an 1800 layout that keeps the numpad. It combines a single-sided gasket system with top mount, with guide coverage for weights, daughterboard, foam, and hotswap or solder PCBs.

#unibody#1800#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount
N°157

Gherkin

by 40percent.club

An ultra-compact 30-key ortholinear keyboard. The guide covers soldering diodes, controller headers, and MX switches, assembling the plates with standoffs, and configuring it with KMK and CircuitPython.

#unibody#30%#ortholinear#through-hole#MX-compatible
N°158

NIBBLE

by nullbits

A through-hole 65% kit with a left macro column, rotary encoder, giant RGB LED, and OLED header. It uses a Pro Micro-compatible MCU and focuses the build around diodes, IC sockets, and other forgiving through-hole parts.

#unibody#65%#row-staggered#through-hole#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#OLED
N°159

Sat75 X

by CannonKeys

A 75% unibody keyboard with a knob and hotswap OLED. The official guide covers the polycarbonate case, gasket mount, hotswap or solder PCB, RTC battery, and VIA/QMK setup.

#unibody#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount#rotary encoder#OLED
N°160

Större

by STHLM kb

A large ortholinear keyboard with support for up to 87 keys. The build can include a Pro Micro-compatible controller, diodes, ICs, stabilizers, OLED, two rotary encoders, and an RGB strip.

#unibody#80%#ortholinear#through-hole#MX-compatible#rotary encoder#OLED
N°161

Bakeneko

by kkatano / CannonKeys

A unibody O-ring gasket-mount keyboard family covering the Bakeneko60, Bakeneko65, and BakenekoGO. The official guide covers the aluminum case, hotswap PCB, daughterboard, and O-ring assembly.

#unibody#60%#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible#gasket mount
N°162

BDN9 Rev. 2

by Keebio

A 3x3 nine-key macropad that supports up to three EC11/EC12 rotary encoders, MX, Alps, or Choc switches, and FR4 or acrylic cases. The guide keeps encoder-first assembly and case assembly concise.

#macropad#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible#rotary encoder
N°163

Photon

by ai03

A unibody custom keyboard with a ZMK-based wireless hotswap PCB. The build covers the injection-molded polycarbonate case, gaskets, battery, and optional knob module for a lightweight portable board.

#unibody#row-staggered#MX-compatible#wireless#gasket mount
N°164

Practice60

by CannonKeys

A 60% ANSI kit built around an STM32 Blue Pill board. The shared Bluepill guide covers diodes, USB, Blue Pill headers and mods, optional backlighting parts, stabilizers, and switches for a soldering-focused unibody build.

#unibody#60%#row-staggered#through-hole#MX-compatible
N°165

Redox

by Mattia Dal Ben

A 70-key split column-staggered ergonomic keyboard. The official README documents Cherry MX-compatible switches, Pro Micro controllers, TRRS wiring, 3D-printed or bamboo cases, RGB, and Mill-Max hotswap mods.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible#through-hole
N°166

LaLaPad Gen2

by ShiniNet

A 42-key wireless split keyboard with custom dual trackpads on both halves. It supports Choc V2-compatible switches, 5-way switches, tenting stands, and ZMK firmware.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile#pointing device
N°167

Maglit40

by Cerbekos

A 40% keyboard that can work as a split board over TRRS or as a unibody board through magnetic pogo pins. It uses XIAO RP2040 controllers, Remap-ready QMK, and LED indicators.

#split#unibody#40%#magnetic pogo pins#MX-compatible
N°168

MurphPad

by MechWild

A through-hole numpad and macropad kit with an OLED and rotary encoder. It supports normal numpad, mirrored numpad, and all-1U layout options.

#unibody#macropad#numpad#OLED#rotary encoder#MX-compatible
N°169

Orange Boy Ergo

by MechWild

An Alice-like unibody ergonomic keyboard with arrow keys and a left macro column. This through-hole kit supports BlackPill controllers, QMK/VIA/VIAL, optional encoder, and RGB strip headers.

#unibody#row-staggered#Alice layout#rotary encoder#MX-compatible
N°170

Plaid

by hsgw

A 12x4 ortholinear unibody through-hole keyboard. It uses an ATmega328P with V-USB, with Japanese and English docs covering assembly, bootloader setup, and QMK flashing.

#unibody#40%#ortholinear#through-hole#MX-compatible
N°171

Soa44

by gohanda_kbd

A 44-key wireless split keyboard with a 25 mm thumb trackball on the right half. It combines a Grin layout, AA battery power, a PMW3610 sensor, and a simple gasket mount.

#split#40%#trackball#wireless#gasket mount#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°172

FoldKB

by Keebio

A split ortholinear keyboard designed to work well with standard keysets. The official page points to the shared Quefrency/Sinc/KBO-5000 flow and adds FoldKB-specific video, wiring notes, and keymap details.

#split#ortholinear#MX-compatible
N°173

Iris CE

by Keebio

A compact Choc V1 low-profile variant of the Iris. The guide covers Rev. 1 PCBs, aluminum or polycarbonate cases, Poron support, hotswap switches, and split case assembly.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°174

Iris LM

by Keebio

A standard-spaced low-profile Iris variant. The guide covers Choc V1/V2 or Gateron LP PCBs, tray cases, silicone liners, foam, and hotswap switch assembly.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°175

Quefrency LM

by Keebio

A low-profile split row-staggered Quefrency variant. The guide covers Choc V1/V2 hotswap PCBs, aluminum tray cases, silicone liners, foam, and macro/no-macro configurations.

#split#65%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°176

Sinc Rev. 3-4 Hotswap

by Keebio

A 75%/TKL split row-staggered keyboard. The Rev. 3-4 hotswap guide covers ISO Enter conversion, rotary encoders, stabilizers, and reflashing the RP2040 board.

#split#75%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°177

BFO-9000

by Keebio

A large split ortholinear keyboard configurable up to 6 rows by 9 columns. The guide covers diodes, TRRS, Pro Micro-compatible controllers, and MX/Alps/Choc-compatible plate builds.

#split#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°178

Cepstrum

by Keebio

A Choc V1 65%/65XT split row-staggered keyboard. The Rev. 1 guide covers hotswap PCBs, Choc stabilizers, aluminum plates, and split case assembly.

#split#65%#row-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°179

Convolution

by Keebio

A 65XT row-staggered keyboard with a 2x5 left macro column. The guide covers acrylic case prep, PCB testing, stabilizers, rotary encoders, and MX-compatible switch soldering.

#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°180

Nyquist LM

by Keebio

A low-profile split ortholinear keyboard configurable with 4 or 5 rows. The guide covers hotswap PCBs, aluminum tray cases, Choc V1/V2 switches, half identification, and case assembly.

#split#60%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°181

Quefrency Rev. 4-6 Hotswap

by Keebio

A 65%/65XT split row-staggered keyboard. The Rev. 4-6 hotswap guide covers removable macro sections, ISO Enter conversion, rotary encoders, stabilizers, and case assembly.

#split#65%#row-staggered#MX-compatible
N°182

Atreus

by Phil Hagelberg

A 42-key unibody ergonomic keyboard. This classic DIY kit fits angled column-staggered key clusters for both hands into a compact case, relying on thumb keys and layers.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°183

ErgoDash

by omkbd

A split column-staggered keyboard. Its separable PCB lets builders choose their preferred key count and thumb-key layout, with support for backlighting, underglow LEDs, stabilizers, and VIA firmware.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°184

Hillside

by mmccoyd

A family of 40% split column-staggered keyboards centered on three-row layouts. It includes Hillside 46/48/52/56, with Choc v1 switches, wide thumb arcs, optional encoders, and wireless builds.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°185

Iris Keyboard

by Keebio

A split column-staggered keyboard with a number row. The Rev. 6-8 hotswap PCB guide covers MX-compatible switches, rotary encoders, 2u thumb keys, and several case configurations.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°186

REVIUNG41

by gtips

A 41-key unibody column-staggered keyboard. Its compact layout places larger thumb keys in the center and supports MX-compatible switches, SMD diodes, hotswap sockets, and underglow LEDs.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°187

Svalboard Lightly

by Svalboard

A split keyboard that modernizes DataHand-style ideas. Adjustable finger clusters use magnetic and optical keys, combined with 3D-printed parts and pointing devices.

#split#3D-printed#magnetic#finger clusters#pointing device
N°188

Avalanche

by vitvlkv

A 64-key split column-staggered keyboard whose number row can be snapped off for 40% use. It offers five thumb keys, extra pinky and index keys, MX hotswap, OLEDs, and rotary encoder support.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°189

Cantor

by diepala

A 42-key split diodeless keyboard with stronger column stagger than the Corne family and a simple, approachable build. Cantor Classic is a low-profile Choc-based version.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°190

DASBOB

by GroooveBob

A 36-key diodeless split Choc keyboard that uses the extra pins on the Sea Picro. The compact buzzer-ready design makes for a quick, lightweight low-profile build.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°191

elephant42

by illness072

A 42-key split ergonomic keyboard with four thumb keys and a pronounced pinky stagger. The non-reversible PCB reduces assembly mistakes while supporting MX hotswap and RGB LEDs.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°192

Junco

by daneski13

A 60% split keyboard based on a 4x6 layout, with room for two to four rotary encoders and per-key RGB. It uses RP2040, strong column stagger, and MX hotswap.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°193

Piantor

by beekeeb

An RP2040-based split low-profile keyboard configurable as 42 or 36 keys. It combines strong column stagger, a diodeless matrix, and Choc hotswap for an approachable build.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°194

Toucan

by beekeeb

A 36/42-key wireless split low-profile keyboard based on the Piantor layout, integrating a 40 mm trackpad and memory-in-pixel display. It supports a travel-friendly thin case and Choc hotswap.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°195

Zerosprey42

by beekeeb

A 42-key monoblock split keyboard using RP2040-Zero. It combines Choc v1 hotswap, a low-profile case, and a low part count for an approachable one-piece build.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°196

Aurora Helix

by Makoto Kurauchi

A split ortholinear keyboard with up to 64 keys. splitkb.com reworked the Helix as part of the Aurora series, adding MX/Choc support, OLEDs, encoders, and power switches for wireless builds.

#split#60%#ortholinear#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°197

Aurora Lily58

by Naoki Katahira

A 58-key split column-staggered keyboard with a number row. splitkb.com reworked the Lily58 for the Aurora series with MX/Choc support, OLEDs, rotary encoders, and wireless-friendly power switches.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°198

Aurora Sweep

by David Barr

A 34-key split column-staggered keyboard. Based on the Sweep Bling MX and reworked by splitkb.com for the Aurora series, it supports MX/Choc switches, OLEDs, encoders, and wireless power switches.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°199

Cheapino

by tompi

A low-cost 36-key split keyboard using RJ45 interconnects and a Japanese duplex matrix, built from one reversible PCB per side and a single MCU.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°200

Forager

by carrefinho

A 34-key low-profile split keyboard inspired by the ZSA Voyager. It is a wireless-only XIAO nRF52840 and Kailh Choc V1 design with magnetic tenting legs and an integrated case.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°201

Keyball46

by Yowkees

The original 46-key Keyball: a split column-staggered trackball keyboard with a thumb-side 34 mm ball, OLEDs on both halves, and underglow support.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°202

Kyria

by Thomas Baart

A popular 40% split column-staggered keyboard with up to 50 keys, strong column stagger, and a large thumb cluster. It supports both MX and Choc switches plus selectable encoder positions.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°203

Lily58 Pro

by Naoki Katahira

A 58-key split column-staggered keyboard with a number row, OLED support, and rotary encoder support. Its reversible PCB and socket-header-friendly build made it widely loved.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°204

Silakka54

by Squalius-cephalus

A 54-key column-staggered split keyboard using an RP2040 Zero and hotswap PCB. Inspired by REVIUNG41 and Corne, it offers a straightforward MX build.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°205

Halcyon Kyria

by Thomas Baart

A 40%-class split keyboard with up to 50 keys, strong column stagger, and a large thumb cluster. The Halcyon version adds hotswap, USB-C, and module expansion.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°206

Keyball39

by Yowkees

A 39-key split column-staggered trackball keyboard with a thumb-side 34 mm ball, OLEDs on both halves, and a reversible design. The non-trackball side is close to a numpad layout.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°207

Keyball44

by Yowkees

A 44-key split column-staggered trackball keyboard with a thumb-side 34 mm ball. Compared with the Keyball39/61 line, it revises thumb key positions and MX switch orientation.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°208

Keyball61

by Yowkees

A 61-key split column-staggered trackball keyboard with a thumb-side 34 mm ball and OLEDs on both halves. Its familiar key count makes it easier to move from standard layouts.

#split#60%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°209

moNa2

by 白湯_sayu / shakupan

The right-hand trackball version of moNa: a 42-key low-profile split keyboard with 17 mm key pitch, fully wireless ZMK firmware, a 25 mm trackball, rotary encoder, and rear magnets.

#split#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°210

roBa

by kuma

A 42-key wireless split column-staggered keyboard influenced by Keyball. It features BLE via ZMK Firmware, a trackball, low-power sensor, and horizontal rotary encoder.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible
N°211

Sofle Choc

by Brian Low

A low-profile split keyboard based on Sofle RGB. It supports Kailh Choc v1 hotswap and per-key RGB, with an official guide for a slim build.

#split#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°212

Sofle Keyboard

by Josef Adamcik

A 6x4+5 column-staggered split keyboard based on Lily58, Corne, and Helix. The standard guide covers v1/v2 differences and rotary encoder support.

#split#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°213

小人キー

by 五十川十一

A compact 40-key split keyboard with 16 mm pitch, dual trackballs, case-only tenting, and Bluetooth via ZMK. It uses 19 mm balls and low-profile switches.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°214

Charybdis

by Quentin Lebastard

A 4x6+5 split concave keyboard with a thumb-side trackball and five-key thumb cluster. Its keywell shape reduces finger travel while keeping pointing close at hand.

#split#column-staggered
N°215

Charybdis Mini

by Quentin Lebastard

A compact 3x6+3 split concave trackball keyboard designed with quiet operation in mind. The official docs point builders to the Charybdis Nano build guide.

#split#column-staggered
N°216

Charybdis Nano

by Quentin Lebastard

A compact 3x5+3 split concave trackball keyboard designed with quiet operation in mind, with USB-C and 3.5 mm jacks on both halves.

#split#column-staggered
N°217

Dactyl

by Matthew Adereth

Matthew Adereth's parametric split concave keyboard design. It is a landmark column-staggered, 3D-printed, handwired keyboard project.

#split#column-staggered
N°218

Dilemma

by Quentin Lebastard

A portable 3x5+3 split trackpad keyboard focused on compact carry. It supports hotswap switches and per-key RGB.

#split#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°219

Dilemma MAX

by Quentin Lebastard

A 4x6+4 split trackpad keyboard that keeps the Dilemma concept while adding more keys. It supports hotswap switches and per-key RGB.

#split#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°220

KLOR

by GEIGEIGEIST

A 36- to 42-key column-staggered split keyboard with break-offs for four layouts. It supports RGB, encoders, OLEDs, haptics, a speaker, and a Pixart Paw3204 trackball.

#split#40%#column-staggered
N°221

KLOTZ

by GEIGEIGEIST

A 34-key column-staggered Choc split keyboard with a low-profile encoder and three status LEDs on each side. It also supports the SplitKB Tenting Puck.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°222

Scylla

by Quentin Lebastard

A 4x6+5 split concave keyboard with a number row and five-key thumb cluster. Its keywell and column layout help reduce finger travel.

#split#column-staggered
N°223

Skeletyl

by Quentin Lebastard

A small 3x5+3 Dactyl Manuform-style split keyboard with a three-key thumb cluster and an open-source case.

#split#column-staggered
N°224

Soyuz

by ai03

A single-PCB numpad kit designed by ai03. It builds with a Pro Micro-style controller and Cherry MX-compatible switches, using 17 to 20 switches depending on layout.

#unibody#macropad#MX-compatible
N°225

TBK Mini

by Quentin Lebastard

A small 3x6+3 Dactyl Manuform-style split keyboard with a three-key thumb cluster. The official docs point builders to the Skeletyl build guide.

#split#column-staggered
N°226

TOTEM

by GEIGEIGEIST

A 38-key column-staggered Choc split keyboard designed around the Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 BLE or XIAO RP2040. It is a compact low-profile board usable even without a case.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°227

Corne Light v2 Low edition

by foostan

A low-profile Corne Light variant with 42 split column-staggered keys. It supports Kailh Choc v1/v2 switches and includes bottom foam plus an OLED cover plate.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°228

Corne Cherry

by foostan

A 3x6 column-staggered split keyboard with three thumb keys, built for Cherry MX-compatible switches. Also known as CRKBD, it is a classic entry point into custom keyboards.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°229

Corne Chocolate

by foostan

A 3x6 column-staggered split keyboard with three thumb keys, designed for Kailh Choc low-profile switches. Its thin, portable layout keeps the Corne feel in a slimmer form.

#split#40%#column-staggered#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°230

Corne Classic

by foostan

The original Corne keyboard: a 3x6 column-staggered split layout with three thumb keys. It is a soldered through-hole diode build with optional LEDs and OLEDs.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°231

Corne Light v1

by foostan

The first Corne Light, a simple soldered 42-key split column-staggered build with a reduced part count. It supports Pro Micro controllers with socket headers and OLED modules.

#split#40%#column-staggered#MX-compatible
N°232

Cornelius

by foostan

A gasket-mounted one-piece aluminum column-staggered keyboard. This 48-key 40% layout has a 6.5-degree typing angle, with hotswap PCB standard and a solder PCB option.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#gasket mount#MX-compatible
N°233

Cornelius Low-profile

by foostan

A low-profile Cornelius with Lofree switch support. It keeps an aluminum body while reaching a slim 27 mm height.

#unibody#40%#column-staggered#gasket mount#low-profile
N°234

LSKBD Chocolate

by foostan

A 48-key Let's Split-compatible ortholinear split keyboard. It is a low-profile Kailh Choc design with hotswap sockets and no soldering required.

#split#40%#ortholinear#Choc-compatible#low-profile
N°235

Petit Split

by foostan

A 2x2 split macropad with PCB sockets for both Cherry MX and Choc switches. It is also known as a sample project from a Japanese DIY keyboard design book.

#split#macropad#MX-compatible#Choc-compatible

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