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Compare Redragon EISA K686 Pro vs AULA F75 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two popular compact wireless keyboards with gasket mounts. The Redragon K686 Pro offers a 98% layout that keeps the numpad, while the AULA F75 uses a 75% layout for maximum space savings. Both are tri-mode, hot-swappable, and include sound-dampening features, making the choice hinge on layout preference and specific feature sets like rapid trigger and battery life.

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EISA K686 PRO(Side Printed PBT Keycaps)
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EPOMAKER x AULA F75

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4.6 (2796)
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Available in a 90% layout
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Weighs about 1060 g
  • Sized at 90 x 430 x 90 mm
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2023
  • Has Silent, Linear switch options
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, Wired only connectivity
  • Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1023 g
  • Sized at 43 x 143 x 323 mm
  • Features PBT, ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 65.4
  • Build Quality: 63.2
  • Productivity: 82.9
  • Customizability: 66.9
  • Portability: 51.7
Scores
  • Performance: 61.8
  • Build Quality: 65.1
  • Productivity: 91.9
  • Customizability: 82
  • Portability: 82.1
Name
Redragon EISA K686 Pro
Name
AULA F75
Release year
2024
Release year
2023
Switch Options
Linear
Switch Options
Silent, Linear
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
90%
Layout Size
75%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
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, Wired only
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
4000 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, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic
Case Material
Plastic
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
PBT, ABS
Dimensions
90 x 430 x 90 mm
Dimensions
43 x 143 x 323 mm
Weight
1060g
Weight
1023g
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If a numpad and dedicated keys are non-negotiable for work, the Redragon K686 Pro is the clear pick. For a more portable, gaming-optimized, and mod-friendly keyboard where you can live without a numpad, the AULA F75 offers better specs and construction details for a similar price.

Redragon EISA K686 Pro

  • +98% layout includes a numpad and dedicated navigation keys.
  • +Vendor description confirms software support for macros and custom keybindings.
  • +Includes a keycap/switch puller and four spare switches in the box.
  • +Gasket mount design with a 3.5mm PO sound-absorbing pad and two dampening foams.
  • −Larger and heavier footprint (430mm wide, 1060g) than the 75% alternative.
  • −No specific polling rate or gaming features like rapid trigger are listed.
  • −Case material is listed as plastic, lacking the aluminum option of the AULA F75.

AULA F75

  • +More compact 75% layout (323mm wide) for desk space savings.
  • +Specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate and includes a Rapid Trigger feature.
  • +Large 4000mAh battery capacity for extended wireless use.
  • +Five-layer internal sound dampening with Poron foam, IXPE, PET, and silicone pads.
  • +Case material combines plastic and aluminum, and it includes screw-in stabilizers.
  • −Lacks a numpad, requiring use of layers for some functions.
  • −The vendor notes its software only supports Windows systems.
  • −Some keycap versions have north-facing LEDs, which can cause interference with certain Cherry-profile keycaps.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The AULA F75 is the stronger choice for gaming and travel due to its confirmed polling rate, rapid trigger, smaller size, and large battery. The Redragon K686 Pro wins for office and content creation work where a numpad is valuable. For programming, it's a tie based on layout preference, and the AULA F75 has a clear edge for modders with its detailed internal foams and screw-in stabilizers.

GamingAULA F75
  • •The AULA F75 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and a Rapid Trigger feature for faster response.
  • •Its vendor description mentions an 'ultra-responsive, low-latency connection' for gaming.
  • •The Redragon K686 Pro's specifications do not mention a specific polling rate or gaming-oriented trigger features.
OfficeRedragon EISA K686 Pro
  • •The Redragon K686 Pro's 98% layout includes a numpad, which is beneficial for data entry.
  • •It maintains arrow keys and a dedicated navigation cluster without layers.
  • •Both keyboards offer tri-mode connectivity for flexible device switching.
ProgrammingTie
  • •Both use ANSI layouts and have hot-swappable sockets for switch customization.
  • •Both include a control knob for media or macro control which can be useful for workflows.
  • •The choice depends on personal preference for the 75% layered function keys (AULA F75) versus the 98% dedicated keys (Redragon K686 Pro).
TravelAULA F75
  • •The AULA F75 has a significantly smaller footprint (323mm wide) compared to the Redragon K686 Pro (430mm wide).
  • •It is slightly lighter at 1023g versus 1060g.
  • •The AULA F75 includes a large 4000mAh battery for extended wireless use.
ModdingAULA F75
  • •The AULA F75 vendor page details a five-layer internal design with Poron foam, IXPE switch pad, PET pad, and silicone.
  • •It comes with screw-in stabilizers, which are preferred for modding over clip-in types.
  • •Both support 3-pin and 5-pin hot-swap sockets, but the AULA F75's construction is more explicitly mod-focused.
Content CreationRedragon EISA K686 Pro
  • •The dedicated numpad on the Redragon K686 Pro is useful for shortcut macros and numerical input in editing software.
  • •Its software support, mentioned by the vendor, allows for creating custom macros and keybindings.
  • •The inclusion of a knob for media control is convenient for timeline scrubbing or volume adjustment.

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