Compare KEEBD Corne Choc vs Lily58 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for users deciding between two popular, low-profile split keyboard kits from KEEBD. The choice is difficult because both are DIY kits with hot-swap sockets and OLED screens, but they diverge on core ergonomics and connectivity. The Corne Choc offers a compact, wireless-ready 42-key layout, while the Lily58 Pro provides a more extensive 58-key layout with optional encoder support but is wired-only.

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Main differences	Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless, Wired only connectivity Features ABS keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Comes with a knob Uses a PCB Mount mounting style Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Offers No RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 44.3 Build Quality: 43.8 Productivity: 50.9 Customizability: 73.9 Portability: 77.6	Scores Performance: 39.7 Build Quality: 52.3 Productivity: 56.3 Customizability: 67.7 Portability: 63.3
Name	Name KEEBD Corne Choc	Name KEEBD Lily58 Pro
Release year	Release year 2022	Release year 2022
Switch Options	Switch Options Tactile	Switch Options Tactile
Profile	Profile Low Profile	Profile Low Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size Other	Layout Size Other
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Split	Layout Ergonomics Split
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless, Wired only	Connection Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity -
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style -	Mount Style PCB Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Acrylic, Plastic	Case Material Acrylic, Plastic
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions -
Weight	Weight -	Weight -

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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If wireless operation and RGB lighting are priorities for a minimalist, portable setup, the KEEBD Corne Choc is the clear candidate. If you prefer a more substantial key count with encoder support for productivity and are comfortable with a wired connection, the KEEBD Lily58 Pro is the better fit. Both require a willingness to build and source additional components.

KEEBD Corne Choc

+Offers Bluetooth and wireless connectivity options.
+Kit includes components for RGB lighting (SK6812MINI LEDs).
+More compact 42-key layout for minimal desk footprint.
+Includes Kailh Choc hotswap sockets in the kit.

−Very compact 42-key layout requires heavy use of layers for daily tasks.
−Kit requires sourcing Pro Micro controllers, switches, and keycaps separately.
−Vendor reviews note a lack of a dedicated build guide from the seller.

KEEBD Lily58 Pro

+Larger 58-key layout reduces layer dependence for common keys.
+Listing specifies support for optional rotary encoders.
+Kit supports both MX and Choc style switches.
+Vendor page mentions an optional tenting case kit.

−Wired-only connectivity with no wireless option.
−No RGB lighting support mentioned in the kit.
−Requires soldering of diodes and other components, as it's a DIY kit.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Lily58 Pro is favored for office work, programming, and content creation due to its larger key count and encoder support. The Corne Choc wins for travel and modding, thanks to its wireless connectivity and built-in RGB capabilities. For gaming, neither has a distinct advantage, as both are ergonomic split boards not specifically designed for that purpose.

GamingTie

•Both are split, low-profile layouts not optimized for traditional gaming keybinds.
•Neither listing specifies a high polling rate or low-latency wireless mode for gaming.
•The Corne Choc's wireless capability offers cable-free desk setup flexibility.

OfficeKEEBD Lily58 Pro

•The Lily58 Pro has 58 keys, providing more direct access to numbers and symbols without layers.
•Its listing mentions optional encoder support for volume or scroll control.
•The Corne Choc's 42-key layout requires more frequent layer switching for office tasks.

ProgrammingKEEBD Lily58 Pro

•The Lily58 Pro's larger 58-key layout offers more immediate access to brackets and symbols.
•Optional encoder support, per the listing, can be mapped to scrolling or other functions.
•The Corne Choc's extreme compactness increases reliance on layers for programming symbols.

TravelKEEBD Corne Choc

•The Corne Choc supports Bluetooth and wireless connectivity.
•Its 42-key layout is more compact than the Lily58 Pro's 58-key design.
•Both are low-profile, but wireless operation removes the need for a cable on the go.

ModdingKEEBD Corne Choc

•The Corne Choc kit includes RGB support with SK6812MINI LEDs as an optional item.
•Both have hot-swap sockets and are DIY kits, but the Corne adds wireless as a modding platform.
•The Corne Choc vendor description includes a specific RGB build guide.

Content CreationKEEBD Lily58 Pro

•The Lily58 Pro's optional encoder support is useful for timeline scrubbing or parameter adjustment.
•Its larger key count can accommodate more shortcut macros on the base layer.
•The Corne Choc's compact layout may require more complex layer configurations for shortcuts.