KBDFans Cat vs Zerodate K87
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Which one should you get?
Get the
KBDFans Cat
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
- Compact layout only. No function row, dedicated arrow keys, or numpad.
Get the
Zerodate K87
QMK
Build quality in the top 30% of 80% boards under $100.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
- No numpad.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
KBDFans Cat
Zerodate K87
Layout size
60%
80%
QMK
No
Yes
The deep option when you want to remap every key
VIA
No
Yes
GUI remapping without compiling firmware
Backlight
None
RGB
RGB for looks and low light rather than speed
Released
2026
2025
- KBDFans Cat
- Zerodate K87
- Performance
- 4369
- Build quality
- 5470
- Productivity
- 4166
- Customizability
- 4975
- Portability
- 6352
KBDFans Cat vs Zerodate K87 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
5 of 14 specs differ
KBDFans Cat
Zerodate K87
Switch options
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Connection
Case material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Backlight
QMK
VIA
Released
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