Coolkiller Balloon84 vs Lofree Flow2.4G or Gasket
Get the Coolkiller Balloon84 for 2.4GHz wireless, a larger battery, and dedicated multimedia keys; choose the Lofree Flow for its all-aluminum case, PBT keycaps, and gasket-mount design.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Coolkiller Balloon84
Battery
Build quality in the bottom 40% of 75% boards under $150.
- 2.4GHz wireless alongside Bluetooth and wired connections.
- 3500mAh battery and dedicated multimedia keys.
- Vendor-described silicone sound-dampening layers and PC keycaps.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
Get the
Lofree Flow
Build quality in the bottom 30% of 75% boards under $200.
- All-aluminum case with a listed 4° typing angle.
- PBT keycaps and a gasket-mount design with IXPE and Poron sound-absorbing foam.
- Available with linear or tactile switch options.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
Choose the Coolkiller Balloon84 for 2.4GHz wireless, its 3500mAh battery, and multimedia keys, features not listed for the Flow. Choose the Lofree Flow for its all-aluminum case, PBT keycaps, gasket-mount construction, and lower listed weight, which distinguish it from the Balloon84. Both are limited to low-profile switches and keycaps.
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.
Coolkiller Balloon84
Lofree Flow
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Bluetooth, Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Battery
3,500 mAh
2,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
Aluminum, Plastic
Aluminum
Switch options
Linear
Linear, Tactile
Weight
870 g
568 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
- Coolkiller Balloon84
- Lofree Flow
- Performance
- 5449
- Build quality
- 6157
- Productivity
- 7865
- Customizability
- 6360
- Portability
- 8382
- Layout size: 75%
- Hot-swappable
- Low profile
What will you mostly use it for?
The Balloon84 is the more feature-rich fit for office tasks and general connectivity, while the Flow's lower listed weight and smaller dimensions favor carrying it. For programming, the Balloon84's multimedia keys and larger battery are practical differentiators, though buyers who want tactile switches can choose the Flow. Modding is a close call because both are hot-swappable but restricted to low-profile parts. The Flow's aluminum construction and dual lighting presentation make it the more distinctive option for a desk setup.
Pick the Coolkiller Balloon84
- The Balloon84 includes a 2.4GHz wireless connection, alongside Bluetooth and wired modes.
- Its listed battery capacity is 3500mAh, compared with the Flow's 2000mAh.
- Both boards use low-profile layouts, and neither listing specifies gaming latency or polling details.
Coolkiller Balloon84 vs Lofree Flow specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
11 of 21 specs differ
Coolkiller Balloon84
Lofree Flow
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Low profile
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Media keys
Connection
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
Mac & Windows
Released
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Coolkiller Balloon84 vs Lofree Flow: your questions
The Balloon84 supports Bluetooth, wired USB-C, and 2.4GHz wireless. The Flow is listed with Bluetooth and wired USB-C, so choose the Balloon84 if 2.4GHz is important.
The Balloon84 is listed with a 3500mAh battery, while the Flow's listed battery capacity is 2000mAh. The listings do not specify battery life.
The Lofree Flow is listed at 568g, while the Balloon84 is listed at 870g. The Flow also has smaller listed dimensions, making it the lighter, more compact choice between these two.
No. Both keyboards require low-profile switches and keycaps, and standard MX keycaps will not fit.
Both product listings identify the keyboards as hot-swappable. Their low-profile socket requirement means replacement switches must be low profile.
Yes, the Flow is listed with a gasket mount. Its vendor description also names IXPE and Poron sound-absorbing foam as part of its construction.
The Flow is listed with linear and tactile switch types. The vendor describes Kailh GHOST linear and Kailh PHANTOM tactile options.
The Balloon84's product metadata lists its switch type as linear. Its vendor description contains conflicting switch wording, so confirm the exact switch version with the seller before purchasing.
The Lofree Flow is listed with PBT keycaps, and its vendor description specifies a sublimation character process. The Balloon84 is listed with PC keycaps.
The Balloon84 is listed with multimedia keys. The Flow's listed extra features do not include dedicated multimedia keys.
The Flow's vendor description specifies monochrome key backlighting and RGB ambient lighting. The Balloon84 is listed with white RGB lighting, and its vendor description describes a white backlight.
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