AULA F99 vs Varmilo MoonlightCompact Layout vs Silent Typing
Choose the AULA F99 for a compact, mod-friendly layout with extensive sound dampening, or the Varmilo Moonlight for a heavier, full-size board focused on silent operation.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
AULA F99
Compact Layout
Build quality in the top 40% of 96% boards under $100.
- Compact 96% layout includes a numpad while saving desk space.
- Gasket mount structure with a flex-cut PCB and choice of PC or FR4 plate.
- Five layers of sound-dampening materials for a controlled acoustic profile.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- Compact full-size layout. The numpad is present, the gaps of a full-size board are not.
Get the
Varmilo Moonlight
Silent Typing
Build quality in the top 50% of 100% boards under $150.
- Offers silent switch options, confirmed by vendor descriptions and reviews.
- Available in both 80% (TKL) and 100% (full-size) layout sizes.
- Officially compatible with macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS.
- Switches are soldered. Swapping them means soldering.
For most users, the AULA F99 presents a stronger overall value with its modern feature set, superior battery life, and more customizable typing experience. Choose the Varmilo Moonlight if your primary need is for a very quiet keyboard with silent switches and you prefer a traditional, heavier full-size or TKL layout. The AULA F99 is better suited for those wanting a space-efficient, mod-friendly board.
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 F99
Varmilo Moonlight
Layout size
96%
100%
Rapid trigger
Yes
No
Faster resets help in games and not in normal typing
Hot-swappable
Yes
No
Switch changes without soldering
Switch options
Linear
Linear, Silent, Tactile
Sound dampening
Yes
No
- AULA F99
- Varmilo Moonlight
- Performance
- 7340
- Build quality
- 7055
- Productivity
- 8648
- Customizability
- 6540
- Portability
- 6248
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Keycaps: PBT
What will you mostly use it for?
The AULA F99 wins in more categories, particularly for gaming, travel, modding, and content creation, due to its compact layout, gaming features, and extensive internal customization options. The Varmilo Moonlight is the clear choice for office use where silent typing is paramount, and it remains competitive for programming. For general programming, the choice depends on whether you value a compact layout or silent switches more.
Pick the AULA F99
- The AULA F99 includes a rapid trigger feature, which is not mentioned for the Varmilo Moonlight.
- Its gasket mount and polycarbonate/FR4 plate are designed for a softer, more responsive feel.
- The 96% layout retains the numpad for gaming that uses it, while saving desk space.
AULA F99 vs Varmilo Moonlight specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
9 of 21 specs differ
AULA F99
Varmilo Moonlight
Switch options
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Connection
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Backlight
Mac & Windows
Released
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AULA F99 vs Varmilo Moonlight: your questions
The Varmilo Moonlight is better for a quiet office. Its vendor description and customer reviews specifically highlight silent switch options like the Kailh Prestige Silent, which are designed to minimize typing noise. The AULA F99 is focused on sound dampening but does not advertise silent switches.
Yes, the AULA F99 has a 96% layout, which includes a number pad. The layout retains most keys from a full-size keyboard, including the numpad, but in a more compact form factor to save desk space.
Yes, both the AULA F99 and Varmilo Moonlight are hot-swappable. This means you can change the mechanical switches without soldering, allowing for easy customization of the typing feel and sound.
The AULA F99 has a larger 8000mAh battery, while the Varmilo Moonlight has a 2500mAh battery. Based on capacity alone, the AULA F99 should offer significantly longer wireless usage between charges.
Yes, according to the Varmilo product specifications, the Moonlight is compatible with macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS. The AULA F99 driver software, however, is listed as only supporting Windows.
A gasket mount uses rubber or silicone gaskets to suspend the plate and PCB inside the case, reducing vibration and creating a softer typing feel. The AULA F99 uses a gasket mount, while the Varmilo Moonlight uses a bottom mount.
The AULA F99 is more portable. It weighs 1023g compared to the Varmilo Moonlight's 1730g, and its 96% layout is more compact than a full-size keyboard. Its larger battery also supports longer wireless use on the go.
Yes, both keyboards include keycap pullers. The AULA F99 listing includes a switch puller and spare switches. The Varmilo Moonlight listing includes a key/switch puller in the box.
Both keyboards use PBT keycaps. The AULA F99 uses Cherry profile keycaps, while the Varmilo Moonlight uses V-Silk PBT keycaps according to its specification sheet.
The AULA F99 has features more targeted at gaming. It includes a rapid trigger function, which is not mentioned for the Varmilo Moonlight. Its gasket-mounted design and choice of plates may also provide a more responsive feel preferred by some gamers.
Both keyboards support tri-mode connectivity: wired USB-C, 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth. This allows you to connect to multiple devices and switch between them easily.
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