So to preface this I am going to be comparing this to my current go-to keyboard and personal favourite the Corsair K95 RGB Platinum a mechanical keyboard with fast acting switches and around 75% more than this keyboard costs. So with my preface out of the way and to set expectations I have to say that apart from my hands being a little too big for the keyboard to be used at peak comfort levels this is a great keyboard for First person shooters MMO's and I'd even say driving games due to the analogue input of the keys. The build quality is ok it is entirely plastic and there is a little flex in my keyboard vs K95 but it isn't noticeable at any point. The responsiveness is adjustable on a per-key basis so you may prefer to have the WASD keys super sensitive but have say the reload or weapon swap keys need more force to activate to prevent inadvertent actions. This feature alone has made me decide that I need to get a full 106key hall effect keyboard as it is a massive changer to playing games. The RGB is also per key rather than zone that is also a surprise in a keyboard this small packing in so much nothing new in relation to my old one. The weakest point of the keyboard is the software as it works but looks rushed and you need to go through it for a bit to lean it all but the lighting options are plentiful and the switch configuration is simple to use and test out however I think it could be refined better with some hints with what each option does. It is wired only but as it has a USB-C port pretty much any device could use it with either a C-C cable or A-C cable. There is a great little carry strap option that you can fit or leave the rubber cover on however if you decide to use the strap the rubber cover doesn't sit right afterward's due to the plastic being chewed up. But I have to say as a LAN party or traveling gaming setup keyboard this is great it is light weight and can be clipped to a bag or carried by hand if it cant fit in your bag and it works great. If it was a 106 I would without a doubt replace my main desktop keyboard with it but for now it goes in to my gaming laptop bag for the times I am away from home. Read more

I've always been a bit of a mechanical keyboard enthusiast and this is not my first hall effect keyboard. However this is my first hall effect keyboard at this price point at £50 it's half the price of my other and a lot less than my most expensive keyboard which actually comes in over a grand. So this review is really based on the keyboard from a value for money perspective at that price point and to be honest at 50 pounds you're getting a lot of value here. The case is plastic and there are no standoffs the keyboard does feel and sound quite nice. It's actually quite nice to type on with a decent thock sound. Key presses are obviously adjustable from an activation point of view as this is a hall effect keyboard and that's done via the version 3 software which works very simply with a simple install allowing you to customize everything around the board including individual RGB configuration. The RGB LEDs are fully controllable there are lots of patterns but you can just individually configure them for solid color. Due to the location of the LEDs and the way the key caps are created there isn't a lot of pass through for the legends but the LEDs still give a nice illumination effect. The lack of standoffs means the board has to sit flat which is slightly annoying. In the package you also get a really nice black braided usb-c cable, some spare switches and the switch puller which is great. I really liked the 65% layout of the board and as a spare or secondary keyboard this is ideal and would be perfectly satisfactory as the main keyboard for most people I'm sure. There is a little bit of flex due to the materials used however most people aren't going to be bothered by that. Read more

Hall Effect Gaming at a Steal - With Some Caveats Got this keyboard on July 13th for $42 shipped and I’m honestly shocked at what you get for the price. If you’re looking to try Hall effect switches without spending $100+, this is your best bet. The Good: The Hall effect switches are the real deal. Coming from a standard mechanical keyboard, the difference in response time is noticeable in competitive games. Those milliseconds actually matter when you’re trying to hit quick combos or react fast in FPS games. I’ve definitely noticed my reaction times improve across multiple games. The switches feel smooth and consistent with none of that mushy feeling you get with some budget boards. The typing sound is also excellent - they really nailed that. It has a satisfying, clean sound that’s not too loud or clacky. What’s impressive is that this has all the main features you’d find on bigger brand Hall effect keyboards that won’t be named - including SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Cardinal Directions) mode. You’re getting the same core functionality at a fraction of the price. Just keep in mind that SOCD is allowed in most games but definitely not in CS2. Even though the SOCD isn’t allowed there, the magnetic switches make counter strafing a breeze. For $42, you’re getting technology that normally costs twice as much. This is a fantastic entry point into Hall effect keyboards. The Not-So-Good: The build quality shows the budget nature. When it arrived, the keyboard looked fine but wouldn’t sit flat on my desk - there was a slight warp that made it rock back and forth. I had to gently bend it back into shape, which worked but doesn’t inspire confidence for long-term durability. The case has noticeable flex when you press down firmly. Also, no adjustable feet. You get one typing angle and that’s it. Pretty basic feature that should’ve been included. The Ugly: EPOMaker’s software is frustrating. It’s clunky and unintuitive. Getting profiles to actually save to the keyboard took multiple attempts and several resets. I’d make changes, hit apply, and nothing would happen. Reset the keyboard, try again, maybe it works this time. The interface feels like it was designed by someone who’s never used keyboard software before. Once you get everything set up, it works fine, but getting there is a pain. Bottom Line: Despite the software headaches and build quality issues, this keyboard delivers Hall effect performance at an insane price. If you’re primarily gaming and can deal with some setup frustration, this is a no-brainer. The core experience - fast, responsive switches that actually improve your gaming - is solid. This feels like it should cost $80-100 based on the switch technology alone. Yeah, the case flexes and the software is terrible, but for forty-two bucks and the gaming advantage you get, I’m not complaining. Just be prepared to wrestle with the software and maybe do some minor case adjustment when it arrives. Read more

The light up backing to the keyboard is really pretty and has plenty of options for how the lights display, or what colour light you want. The magnetic keys also have the perfect sound and feel for when you're typing - my favourite keyboard that I've used! The only things that would improve this are if the cable was more streamlined because it is pretty bulky and not flexible, and having the number keypad to the right of the keyboard, but that's just because I've been used to that with my previous keyboards! Read more

Using a Hall effect keyboard has completely changed my typing and gaming experience. The key presses feel buttery smooth and extremely responsive, thanks to the magnetic sensor technology. Since there are no physical contacts inside the switches, every keystroke is consistent, fast, and much quieter than traditional mechanical keyboards. What really stands out is the ability to customize actuation points. Whether I want faster response times for gaming or a deeper press for typing accuracy, I can tune the keys exactly how I like them. This level of control makes it feel like a truly personal setup. Plus, the switches are rated for long-term durability since there’s minimal physical wear involved. The build quality is solid and premium, and the overall experience feels more advanced compared to standard mechanical keyboards. It’s a bit of an investment, but if you're into high performance gear or just want something that feels futuristic and smooth, a Hall effect keyboard is absolutely worth it. Read more

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