Compare Epomaker EK21 vs Machenike K500 Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Epomaker EK21 and Machenike K500 and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each keyboard at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Rating	4.5 stars (13 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2025 Has Linear switch options Available in a Numpad layout Comes with a knob Compatible with both Mac and Windows Supports VIA configuration Has built-in sound dampening Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 1000 mAh battery Weighs about 200 g Sized at 29 x 138 x 93 mm	Released in 2023 Has Linear, Tactile switch options Available in a 96% layout Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Weighs about 650 g Sized at 34 x 127 x 353 mm
Score	Scores Performance: 77.3 Build Quality: 77.3 Productivity: 87.8 Customizability: 83.1 Portability: 88	Scores Performance: 79.1 Build Quality: 54.1 Productivity: 61.7 Customizability: 64.5 Portability: 45.5
Name	Name Epomaker EK21	Name Machenike K500
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2023
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear	Switch Options Linear, Tactile
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size Numpad	Layout Size 96%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
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, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 1000 mAh	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 Gasket Mount	Mount Style -
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material ABS
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 29 x 138 x 93 mm	Dimensions 34 x 127 x 353 mm
Weight	Weight 200g	Weight 650g