AULA F87 Pro vs Keychron V3 MaxBudget Sound vs Premium Customization
Choose the AULA F87 Pro for a pre-built, sound-focused budget option, or the Keychron V3 Max for deep firmware customization and a more premium typing foundation.
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4.8 (13)4.8 · 13 reviews
from$64at Epomaker
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3.3 (8)3.3 · 8 reviews
from$150at Keychron (DE)
Which one should you get?
Get the
AULA F87 Pro
Budget Sound
Build quality in the bottom 15% of 80% boards under $100.
- Includes five-layered sound-absorbing padding with IXPE and PORON foam according to the vendor description.
- Comes pre-built with dual-tone PBT keycaps and customized switches.
- Offers adjustable double-level feet for ergonomic positioning.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the
Keychron V3 Max
Premium Customization
Build quality in the top 10% of 80% boards under $200.
- Features full QMK and VIA support for deep key remapping and macro creation.
- Available in a barebones kit and supports a wide array of ISO language layouts.
- Built with screw-in PCB stabilizers and a polycarbonate plate for a premium modding foundation.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Your budget and goals define the choice. If you want a ready-to-use, solid-sounding wireless keyboard and prefer to spend less, the AULA F87 Pro is a sensible pick. If you are willing to invest more for a keyboard that serves as a long-term customization platform, with professional-grade programmability and superior modding potential, the Keychron V3 Max is the clear winner. Prioritize immediate value with the AULA, or future-proof flexibility with the Keychron.
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.
AULA F87 Pro
Keychron V3 Max
Case material
PBT, Silicone
ABS, Plastic
Mount style
Gasket Mount
Gasket Mount, Plate Mount
Knob
No
Yes
Weight
1,023 g
895 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
QMK
No
Yes
The deep option when you want to remap every key
- AULA F87 Pro
- Keychron V3 Max
- Performance
- 4882
- Build quality
- 4786
- Productivity
- 6298
- Customizability
- 5298
- Portability
- 6976
- Layout size: 80%
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The Keychron V3 Max is the more versatile choice, winning in five of six categories. Its advantages in programmability, multi-system support, and modding-friendly design make it superior for productivity, gaming, and customization. The AULA F87 Pro's primary appeal is its lower cost and pre-built, sound-dampened design, making it a simple choice for basic wireless use where deep tweaking isn't a priority. For travel, the similar battery and form factor result in a tie.
Pick the Keychron V3 Max
- The Keychron V3 Max lists a 1000 Hz polling rate for its 2.4 GHz and wired modes, which is a spec not provided for the AULA F87 Pro.
- Keychron's listing includes N-key rollover for all modes, a feature not explicitly mentioned for the AULA model.
- The V3 Max includes a magnetic storage slot for its dual 2.4 GHz receivers, adding convenience for a wired-like wireless experience.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
AULA F87 Pro
13 owner reviews
“It’s nice but if it was with the volume thing on the top right like in the aula 75 it would be much better”
“When I charge the keyboard it only holds for like 10 hours and then I need to charge again”
Keychron V3 Max
8 owner reviews
“This keyboard has been great. My first keyboard I've ever had. I had faulty switch, but you guys just gave me a whole new keyboard. Thanks a lot! -Mack”
“Stopped working in wired mode after a couple months. 2.4 connectivity spotty. I regret buying this keyboard”
AULA F87 Pro vs Keychron V3 Max specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
16 of 27 specs differ
AULA F87 Pro
Keychron V3 Max
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
AULA F87 Pro
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron V3 Max
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW
Out of stockShips to you
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
In stockDoes not ship to you
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AULA F87 Pro vs Keychron V3 Max: your questions
The Keychron V3 Max is significantly better for programming. It has native support for both QMK and VIA firmware, allowing you to remap every key, create complex macros, and adjust layers directly. The AULA F87 Pro lacks these advanced programmability features.
No, the AULA F87 Pro does not list knob support in its specifications or features. The Keychron V3 Max, however, offers versions with a knob and lists knob support as an extra feature.
Yes. Keychron offers the V3 Max in a 'Barebone Knob' version, which includes the case, PCB, plate, and stabilizers, but does not include keycaps or switches. This is ideal for builders who want to choose their own components.
Based on vendor descriptions, the AULA F87 Pro emphasizes its sound-dampening design, specifically mentioning a five-layered padding structure including IXPE and PORON foam. The Keychron V3 Max also lists sound dampening as a feature but does not detail the number or type of foam layers.
Both keyboards feature PBT keycaps. The AULA F87 Pro uses dual-tone PBT keycaps. The Keychron V3 Max uses double-shot OSA profile PBT keycaps in its fully assembled version, and its listing also notes ABS as a keycap material option, likely for other configurations.
The Keychron V3 Max has stronger native Mac compatibility. It includes a system toggle switch, Mac-specific keycaps, and is listed as compatible with macOS. The AULA F87 Pro's driver software is noted to only support Windows.
Both have a 4000mAh battery, but actual wireless working time depends on usage and lighting. Keychron provides lab test estimates of up to 190 hours with backlighting off. The AULA F87 Pro does not provide a specific runtime estimate.
The Keychron V3 Max uses screw-in PCB stabilizers, which are generally more stable and preferred by modders. The type of stabilizers used in the AULA F87 Pro is not specified in the provided information.
Yes, both are hot-swappable, allowing for switch changes. The Keychron V3 Max explicitly states its hot-swap sockets support both 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches like Cherry MX. The AULA F87 Pro is also hot-swappable but the specific pin compatibility is not detailed.
The AULA F87 Pro is heavier, weighing 1023 grams. The Keychron V3 Max weighs 895 grams for its fully assembled version, making it the lighter of the two.
Yes. The Keychron V3 Max explicitly supports multiple ISO layouts, including ISO-UK, ISO-DE (German), ISO-FR (French), ISO-ES (Spanish), and ISO-Nordic. The AULA F87 Pro is listed with an ANSI layout standard.
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