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Keyboardio Model 100

Keyboardio Model 100 Keyboard

Overview

The Keyboardio Model 100 is an innovative split ergonomic keyboard designed with the user’s comfort and typing efficiency in mind. It is engineered with 64 hot-swappable mechanical switches, providing users with the flexibility to customize their typing experience. The keyboard houses individually addressable RGB LEDs within a premium hardwood case, enhancing its aesthetic appeal while also offering the functionality that modern typists crave. As a commercial product rather than a DIY kit, the Model 100 caters to users looking for an out-of-the-box solution to their ergonomic needs.

Design and Layout

The Model 100 features a distinctly symmetrical split design, promoting a natural hand position and minimizing strain during prolonged use. Each half of the keyboard includes a key matrix configured into 4 rows and 6 columns, optimizing the layout for ease of accessibility. Additionally, each half accommodates five dedicated thumb keys, which further enhances typing efficiency by minimizing finger travel. The keyboard employs a pronounced columnar stagger, allowing keys to align more naturally with the fingers’ resting positions, suitable for users accustomed to ergonomic setups.

Features

One of the defining features of the Keyboardio Model 100 is its support for Cherry MX switches, which are well-known for their reliability and tactile feedback. The hot-swappable capability allows users to easily replace switches without soldering, facilitating a personalized typing experience. The individually addressable RGB LEDs provide customization options for lighting effects, adding a vibrant touch to the aesthetic of the keyboard. Additionally, the keyboard halves are connected via a robust RJ45 cable, ensuring a stable connection while keeping setup simple. However, the absence of wireless options limits mobility, catering primarily to desktop users.

Buy or Build

Purchasing the Keyboardio Model 100 is straightforward, as it is offered solely as a completed product—there are no DIY kits or assembly options available. This design choice simplifies the buying process for those looking for an ergonomic solution without the hassle of building and configuring a keyboard from components. The complete package means that from the moment you unbox it, the Model 100 is ready to be connected and used.

Similar Keyboards

  • Moonlander: The Moonlander by ZSA is a split mechanical keyboard featuring a columnar stagger layout. It comes equipped with hot-swappable keyswitches and programmable RGB LEDs located beneath each key. More information can be found at ZSA’s Moonlander page.

  • ErgoDox EZ: The ErgoDox EZ is another popular split columnar keyboard, which provides an ergonomic typing experience. Learn more about it at ErgoDox EZ’s official website.

  • Sol 3: The Sol 3 is a split ortholinear keyboard powered by QMK firmware, allowing for advanced customization. It even features options for replacing certain keys with rotary encoders. More details can be found at RGBKB’s Sol 3 page.

For those seeking additional information about the Keyboardio Model 100, you can visit the Keyboardio Model 100 product page.