Chilkey ND104 vs Niz PLUM C103Aluminum Feature Powerhouse vs Simple EC

The Chilkey ND104 offers a traditional mechanical experience with choices of clicky, silent, or linear switches on a hot-swappable PCB. The Niz PLUM C103 uses electro-capacitive (EC) technology, which the vendor describes as a rubber dome with a slider and spring, providing a gentle 35g linear feel that is typically very quiet.

No. The vendor description does not mention hot-swap capability for the Niz PLUM C103. It uses proprietary electro-capacitive switches which are not typically user-replaceable in the same way as standard mechanical switches.

Yes. The Chilkey ND104 is listed with explicit Mac and Windows support in its metadata, and the vendor description also confirms compatibility with Linux.

The Chilkey ND104 specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate in both its wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes, which typically indicates lower latency. The Niz PLUM C103 vendor description does not specify a polling rate for its 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth 5.0 connections.

According to the vendor, the built-in screen has three modes: a calculator, a clock, and dynamic backgrounds. The knob next to it can control volume, media, and screen functions.

Yes. The vendor states the module above the numpad can be reconfigured to be a screen plus knob, two keys plus a knob, or three keys. The navigation cluster above the arrow keys can also be removed and replaced with a storage tray.

The Chilkey ND104 includes five layers of precision sound dampening, specifically listed as plate foam, switch foam, PET acoustic pads, and case foam. This is designed to create a quieter, more muted typing sound.

Both keyboards use PBT keycaps. The Chilkey ND104's Shadow Black colorway uses MetaPBT keycaps with a metal finish, while other colorways use double-shot PBT. The Niz PLUM C103 is described as having two-color PBT keycaps.

The Chilkey ND104 is listed with a substantial 8000mAh battery (comprised of two 4000mAh cells). The Niz PLUM C103 vendor description does not provide a battery capacity for comparison.

The vendor description for the Niz PLUM C103 simply lists 'Programmable Keyboard' as a feature header without providing details on software or method. The Chilkey ND104 explicitly supports programming via VIA and a web driver.

The Chilkey ND104 has a hidden storage slot for its 2.4 GHz receiver on the underside of the keyboard. The Niz PLUM C103 description does not mention a similar storage feature.