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Compare Cidoo ABM098 vs Feker Alice98 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two feature-rich, 98% mechanical keyboards at a similar price point. The Cidoo ABM098 offers a familiar 1800-compact layout with a full numpad, while the Feker Alice98 uses a split Alice layout designed for ergonomic typing. Both are gasket-mounted, hot-swappable, and support VIA, making the choice hinge on layout preference, ergonomics, and specific feature priorities.

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CIDOO ABM098 Gasket Mechanical Keyboard
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  • Has Clicky, Linear switch options
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Includes a No display
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky switch options
  • Offers Alice ergonomics
  • Includes a Yes display
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1799 g
  • Sized at 43 x 156 mm
  • Made with a ABS, Plastic case
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 54
  • Build Quality: 60.9
  • Productivity: 74.7
  • Customizability: 78.3
  • Portability: 51.8
Scores
  • Performance: 67.6
  • Build Quality: 74.7
  • Productivity: 96.7
  • Customizability: 91.1
  • Portability: 64.3
Name
Cidoo ABM098
Name
Feker Alice98
Release year
2023
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Clicky, Linear
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
98%
Layout Size
98%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Alice
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
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, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
3000 mAh
Battery capacity
8000 mAh
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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
-
Case Material
ABS, Plastic
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
43 x 156 mm
Weight
-
Weight
1799g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice fundamentally comes down to layout. If you need a numpad and prefer a traditional keyboard shape, the Cidoo ABM098 is the clear pick. If you prioritize ergonomic comfort for long typing sessions, want a massive battery, and are open to a split layout, the Feker Alice98 offers compelling advantages. Both are strong, customizable boards, so let your physical needs guide you.

Cidoo ABM098

  • +1800-compact layout includes a numpad in a space-saving form factor.
  • +Includes a rotary knob for media and volume control.
  • +Steel plate provides a firm and consistent typing feel.
  • +Sound dampening includes Poron PCB foam, IXPE switch sheet, and silicone bottom foam.
  • +Has established user reviews praising its build and typing experience.
  • −Heavier at 2000g.
  • −Smaller 4000mAh battery capacity.
  • −Uses a standard, non-ergonomic layout.

Feker Alice98

  • +Ergonomic Alice split layout promotes a more natural typing posture.
  • +Substantially larger 8000mAh battery capacity.
  • +Available as a DIY kit/barebones option for custom builds.
  • +Features multiple sound-dampening layers including Poron sandwich cotton padding.
  • +Product listing includes a dust cover and a spring-coiled stock cable.
  • −Split layout requires an adjustment period and has two 'B' and spacebar keys.
  • −No user reviews are available to corroborate real-world performance.
  • −Vendor description only explicitly mentions wired connectivity, though metadata lists wireless.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Cidoo ABM098 wins for gaming and content creation due to its standard layout with a numpad and media knob. The Feker Alice98 is better for programming, travel, and modding, thanks to its ergonomic design, larger battery, and mod-friendly features. For office use, it's a tie, as the decision depends on whether a numpad or ergonomic comfort is more valuable.

GamingCidoo ABM098
  • •Traditional, non-split layout may be more familiar for gaming keybinds.
  • •Includes a rotary knob for immediate media and volume control.
  • •Steel plate may provide a firmer, more consistent typing feel preferred by some gamers.
OfficeTie
  • •Cidoo ABM098 includes a dedicated numpad for data entry.
  • •Feker Alice98's ergonomic design can reduce strain during long typing sessions.
  • •Both offer tri-mode connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, wired) for flexible device pairing.
ProgrammingFeker Alice98
  • •Alice split layout can promote a more natural wrist posture for long coding sessions.
  • •Larger 8000mAh battery reduces frequency of charges.
  • •Includes VIA support for key remapping and macro creation, similar to the ABM098.
TravelFeker Alice98
  • •Slightly lighter weight (1799g vs 2000g).
  • •Larger 8000mAh battery offers longer wireless use between charges.
  • •Product listing mentions an included dust cover for protection.
ModdingFeker Alice98
  • •Available as a DIY kit/barebones option according to its metadata.
  • •Features a POM plate, which is often preferred for a softer, deeper sound profile.
  • •Includes multiple sound-absorbing layers like Poron sandwich cotton padding and bottom cotton padding.
Content CreationCidoo ABM098
  • •1800-compact layout retains a numpad for shortcut macros and numerical input in editing software.
  • •Rotary knob provides tactile control for scrubbing timelines or adjusting brush sizes.
  • •Steel plate may offer a more precise, less flexible feel for rapid shortcut inputs.

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