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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.
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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.
Build Guide 03 / TODAY
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.
Build Guide/ Guides
N°001
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.
N°002
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.
N°003
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.
N°004
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.
N°005
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.
N°006
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.
N°007
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.
N°008
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.
N°009
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.
N°010
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.
N°011
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.
N°012
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.
N°013
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.
N°014
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.
N°015
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.
N°016
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.
N°017
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.
N°018
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.
N°019
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.
N°020
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.
N°021
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.
N°022
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.
N°023
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.
N°024
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.
N°025
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.
N°026
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.
N°027
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.
N°028
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.
N°029
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.
N°030
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.
N°031
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.
N°032
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.
N°033
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.
N°034
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.
N°035
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.
N°036
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.
N°037
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.
N°038
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.
N°039
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.
N°040
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.
N°041
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.
N°042
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.
N°043
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.
N°044
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.
N°045
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.
N°046
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.
N°047
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.
N°048
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.
N°049
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.
N°050
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.
N°051
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.
N°052
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.
N°053
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.
N°054
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.
N°055
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.
N°056
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.
N°057
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.
N°058
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.
N°059
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.
N°060
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.
N°061
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.
N°062
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.
N°063
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.
N°064
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.
N°065
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.
N°066
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.
N°067
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.
N°068
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.
N°069
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.
N°070
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.
N°071
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.
N°072
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.
N°073
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.
N°074
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.
N°075
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.
N°076
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.
N°077
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.
N°078
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.
N°079
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.
N°080
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.
N°081
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.
N°082
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.
N°083
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.
N°084
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.
N°085
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.
N°086
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.
N°087
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.
N°088
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.
N°089
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.
N°090
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.
N°091
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.
N°092
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.
N°093
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.
N°094
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.
N°095
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.
N°096
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.
N°097
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.
N°098
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.
N°099
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.
N°100
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.
N°101
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.
N°102
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.
N°103
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.
N°104
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.
N°105
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.
N°106
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.
N°107
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.
N°108
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.
N°109
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.
N°110
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.
N°111
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.
N°112
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.
N°113
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.
N°114
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.
N°115
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.
N°116
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.
N°117
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.
N°118
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.
N°119
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.
N°120
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.
N°121
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.
N°122
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.
N°123
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.
N°124
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.
N°125
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.
N°126
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.
N°127
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.
N°128
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.
N°129
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.
N°130
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.
N°131
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.
N°132
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.
N°133
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.
N°134
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.
N°135
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.
N°136
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.
N°137
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.
N°138
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.
N°139
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.
N°140
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.
N°141
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.
N°142
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.
N°143
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.
N°144
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.
N°145
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.
N°146
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.
N°147
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.
N°148
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.
N°149
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.
N°150
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.
N°151
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.
N°152
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.
N°153
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.
N°154
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.
N°155
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.
N°156
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.
N°157
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.
N°158
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.
N°159
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.
N°160
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.
N°161
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.
N°162
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.
N°163
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.
N°164
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.
N°165
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.
N°166
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.
N°167
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.
N°168
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.
N°169
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.
N°170
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.
N°171
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.
N°172
Dactyl
by Matthew Adereth
Matthew Adereth's parametric split concave keyboard design. It is a landmark column-staggered, 3D-printed, handwired keyboard project.
N°173
Dilemma
by Quentin Lebastard
A portable 3x5+3 split trackpad keyboard focused on compact carry. It supports hotswap switches and per-key RGB.
N°174
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.
N°175
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.
N°176
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.
N°177
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.
N°178
Skeletyl
by Quentin Lebastard
A small 3x5+3 Dactyl Manuform-style split keyboard with a three-key thumb cluster and an open-source case.
N°179
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.
N°180
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.
N°181
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.
N°182
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.
N°183
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.
N°184
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.
N°185
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.
N°186
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.
N°187
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.
N°188
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.
N°189
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.
N°190
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.
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