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Compare Chilkey ND104 vs KEEBD Lily58 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for users deciding between a fully-featured, traditional layout and a minimalist, ergonomic split design. The choice is difficult because both keyboards offer hot-swappable switches and wireless connectivity, but they serve fundamentally different user needs. The Chilkey ND104 is a premium, all-in-one workstation with extensive features, while the KEEBD Lily58 is a specialized tool focused on ergonomics and portability.

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Chilkey ND104 CNC Aluminum Hotswap Wireless RGB Keyboard
Lily58 Choc Assembled Keyboard

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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Clicky, Silent, Linear switch options
  • Available in a 100% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK layout standard
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Comes with a knob
  • Includes a Yes, LCD display
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Connects via USB-C
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Supports VIA configuration
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
  • Sized at 34 x 438 x 140 mm
  • Made with a Aluminum case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Available in a Other layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Offers Split ergonomics
  • Includes a No display
  • Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 81.9
  • Build Quality: 92
  • Productivity: 96.8
  • Customizability: 99.4
  • Portability: 64.7
Scores
  • Performance: 39.4
  • Build Quality: 40.1
  • Productivity: 54
  • Customizability: 48
  • Portability: 82.5
Name
Chilkey ND104
Name
KEEBD Lily58
Release year
2025
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Clicky, Silent, Linear
Switch Options
-
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
100%
Layout Size
Other
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO, ISO-UK
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Split
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
LCD
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
8000 mAh
Battery capacity
-
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Mount Style
-
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
34 x 438 x 140 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. For a stationary, do-it-all workstation with top-tier build quality, extensive features, and gaming performance, the Chilkey ND104 is the compelling option. If your priority is ergonomics, portability, and a minimalist split design, the KEEBD Lily58 serves that niche, though it forgoes many of the bells and whistles. Consider how much you value a numpad, media controls, and acoustic tuning versus a fundamentally different typing posture.

Chilkey ND104

  • +Premium CNC-machined 6063 aluminum case with a gasket mount for a flexy typing feel.
  • +Extensive connectivity with wired USB-C, Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.4 GHz wireless supporting up to three devices.
  • +Highly customizable with a hotswap knob, reconfigurable module, VIA/QMK support, and five layers of sound-dampening foam.
  • +Large 8000mAh battery (2x 4000mAh) for extended wireless use and a hidden storage slot for the 2.4 GHz receiver.
  • +Feature-rich with a built-in LCD screen, RGB backlighting with underglow, and support for both ANSI and ISO layouts.
  • −Large and heavy full-size dimensions (34 x 438 x 140 mm) make it unsuitable for portable use.
  • −Complex software, according to a user review, which cited limitations with multi-zone RGB and screen customization.
  • −Higher price range, reflecting its premium materials and extensive feature set.

KEEBD Lily58

  • +Ergonomic split column-staggered layout designed to reduce typing strain.
  • +Wireless capable with Bluetooth connectivity and options for a battery.
  • +Hot-swappable sockets allow for easy switch changes without soldering.
  • −Lacks many premium features like RGB lighting, a screen, or advanced programmability mentioned for the other board.
  • −Requires assembly of keycaps and switches, as it is sold as an assembled board but not a complete kit.
  • −No vendor reviews are available to confirm real-world performance or quality.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Chilkey ND104 is the clear choice for gaming, office work, and content creation due to its performance features, full layout, and media controls. It also leads in modding potential. The KEEBD Lily58 wins for travel due to its presumed portability and split form. For programming, the decision hinges on whether a programmer prioritizes a traditional layout with deep programmability or the ergonomic benefits of a split design.

GamingChilkey ND104
  • •The Chilkey ND104 has a confirmed 1000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes for low latency.
  • •It features N-key rollover (NKRO) for simultaneous key presses.
  • •Its full-size layout includes a dedicated numpad and navigation cluster, which are useful for many games.
OfficeChilkey ND104
  • •The Chilkey ND104's full-size layout with numpad is standard for data entry and spreadsheet work.
  • •It offers multi-device wireless connectivity, supporting connections to up to 3 devices via Bluetooth 5.4 and 2.4 GHz.
  • •The built-in LCD screen can function as a calculator and clock, adding utility.
ProgrammingTie
  • •The Chilkey ND104 offers extensive programmability via VIA or its web driver and supports QMK.
  • •Its full layout provides dedicated keys for symbols and navigation without layers.
  • •The KEEBD Lily58's split design can reduce strain during long coding sessions, and its hotswap sockets allow for custom switch choices.
TravelKEEBD Lily58
  • •The KEEBD Lily58's split design and 'Other' size category suggest a more compact and portable form factor than a full-size keyboard.
  • •Its wireless capability supports Bluetooth connectivity for use with mobile devices.
  • •The Chilkey ND104 is a large, 34 x 438 x 140 mm full-size board with an aluminum case, making it less travel-friendly.
ModdingChilkey ND104
  • •The Chilkey ND104 is confirmed to have a gasket mount, screw-in stabilizers, and a hotswap PCB.
  • •It features five layers of sound dampening foam (plate, switch, PET acoustic pads, case) for acoustic tuning.
  • •The vendor description notes a reconfigurable module above the numpad and a removable navigation cluster for physical customization.
Content CreationChilkey ND104
  • •The Chilkey ND104 includes a hotswap knob for controlling volume and media playback.
  • •Its full layout provides quick access to number pads and function keys for editing software shortcuts.
  • •RGB backlighting with underglow can be customized for aesthetic setups.

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