Epomaker EK21 vs Galaxy100 LiteNumpad vs Full 96% Keyboard

No, the EK21 is a 20-key numeric keypad. It is designed as an accessory to augment a primary keyboard that may lack a number pad, such as a 65% or 75% layout board. It cannot function as a complete keyboard on its own.

The EK21 uses an ABS plastic case, which keeps it lightweight. The Galaxy100 Lite features a powder-sprayed CNC aluminum alloy case, which is significantly heavier and provides a more premium, solid feel on the desk.

The Galaxy100 Lite has a much larger 8000mAh battery compared to the EK21's 1000mAh battery. According to Epomaker, this provides long-lasting wireless performance, potentially lasting weeks on a single charge with typical use.

Yes, both the Epomaker EK21 and the Galaxy100 Lite are programmable using VIA software. This allows for key remapping, macro creation, and lighting customization without needing to flash new firmware.

Yes, the Epomaker product listing for the Galaxy100 Lite explicitly states it has QMK support in addition to VIA support. The EK21 listing only mentions VIA support.

Both offer a 1000Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4GHz modes. The Galaxy100 Lite's product page lists specific latency figures (2.81ms wired, 4.72ms 2.4GHz), and its full layout is more practical for gaming. The EK21's compact form is less suited as a primary gaming keyboard.

The EK21 uses 3 layers of foam: bottom and sandwich Poron foam, plus an IXPE switch pad. The Galaxy100 Lite uses a more extensive 5-layer system: Poron sandwich pad, IXPE switch pad, PET sound enhancement pad, EMDP switch socket pad, and a PET bottom pad.

The Galaxy100 Lite includes three supplementary Mac keycaps (Command and Option) in the box. The EK21 listing does not mention included Mac keycaps, but both are listed as compatible with Mac operating systems.

Yes, both the Epomaker EK21 and Galaxy100 Lite feature hot-swappable PCBs that support both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. This allows you to change switches without soldering.

According to its technical specifications, the Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite has a typing angle of about 7 degrees. The EK21's typing angle is not specified in the provided information.

The Galaxy100 Lite includes two extra mechanical switches in the box. The EK21's listed contents do not include extra switches, but it does come with an extra 'Back' keycap and a 2-in-1 puller.

Yes, the Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite features south-facing, per-key RGB backlighting. South-facing LEDs improve compatibility with Cherry-profile keycaps and reduce light bleed between keys from the typist's perspective.