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Compare Epomaker G84 HE vs Wooting 60HE Plus Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for users deciding between a fully-featured, pre-built Hall effect keyboard and a modular, barebones kit. The choice is difficult because both offer magnetic switches and hot-swap capability, but differ drastically in form factor, connectivity, and what's included. The Epomaker is a ready-to-use 75% board with wireless options, while the Wooting is a 60% PCB module that requires additional parts to function.

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EPOMAKER G84 HE
Wooting 60HE+ Module 60% Hotswap Barebones

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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Linear, Magnetic switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Enables rapid trigger functionality
  • Has built-in sound dampening
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate
  • Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1000 g
  • Sized at 42 x 347 x 146 mm
  • Made with a ABS case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Magnetic switch options
  • Available in a 60% layout
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
  • Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity
  • Offers No RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 97.7
  • Build Quality: 60.3
  • Productivity: 76.2
  • Customizability: 59.2
  • Portability: 85.6
Scores
  • Performance: 51.6
  • Build Quality: 61.5
  • Productivity: 56.2
  • Customizability: 50.3
  • Portability: 69.7
Name
Epomaker G84 HE
Name
Wooting 60HE Plus
Release year
2025
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Linear, Magnetic
Switch Options
Magnetic
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
80%
Layout Size
60%
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
Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
8000 mAh
Battery capacity
-
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
Tray Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Backlight
 
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
ABS
Case Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
42 x 347 x 146 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
1000g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your decision hinges entirely on whether you want a finished product or a project. For almost all users seeking a powerful, wireless-ready Hall effect keyboard out of the box, the Epomaker G84 HE is the pragmatic choice. Only choose the Wooting 60HE Plus if you are specifically interested in building a custom 60% keyboard around its PCB and are prepared to source the missing components separately.

Epomaker G84 HE

  • +Complete pre-built package with switches, keycaps, case, and accessories included.
  • +Tri-mode wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, USB-C) with an 8000mAh battery.
  • +75% layout retains arrow keys and a column of function keys for productivity.
  • +Includes advanced gaming features like rapid trigger, SOCD, and DKS with 0.01mm actuation adjustment.
  • +Gasket mount design with multiple sound-dampening foam layers for a tuned typing feel.
  • −Uses plate-mounted stabilizers, which are generally less favored for modding than screw-in types.
  • −The ABS plastic case material may feel less premium compared to metal alternatives.
  • −At 1000g, it is a relatively heavy keyboard.

Wooting 60HE Plus

  • +Barebones design offers maximum flexibility for choosing a custom case, switches, and keycaps.
  • +Includes both silicone and Poron sandwich pads for sound customization.
  • +Features screw-in stabilizers, which are preferred for their stability and sound.
  • +Hot-swap PCB is designed for compatibility with Lekker or Gateron KS-20 magnetic switches.
  • −Is a barebones module only; it does not include a case, switches, or keycaps.
  • −Wired-only connectivity, lacking wireless options.
  • −60% layout lacks dedicated arrow keys and function row, requiring layers for full functionality.
  • −Requires assembly and sourcing of additional components, raising the total cost and effort.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Epomaker G84 HE is the clear choice for most ready-to-use scenarios, winning in Gaming, Office, Programming, Travel, and Content Creation due to its complete feature set, wireless connectivity, and practical 75% layout. Its only loss is in the dedicated Modding category, where the Wooting 60HE Plus's barebones, case-agnostic design offers greater flexibility for custom builds. The Wooting requires significant additional investment in a case, switches, and keycaps before it can be used.

GamingEpomaker G84 HE
  • •The Epomaker G84 HE offers a 75% layout with dedicated arrow and function keys, which many gamers prefer.
  • •It provides an 8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes for low latency.
  • •It includes features like rapid trigger, SOCD cleaning, and DKS, as stated by the manufacturer.
  • •It comes pre-built with switches, keycaps, and a case, ready for immediate use.
OfficeEpomaker G84 HE
  • •The Epomaker's 75% layout retains essential navigation keys like arrows and a column of function keys.
  • •It offers tri-mode connectivity (Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, wired) for easy switching between multiple devices.
  • •It includes a large 8000mAh battery for extended wireless use.
  • •It is a complete, pre-built keyboard requiring no assembly.
ProgrammingEpomaker G84 HE
  • •The 75% layout of the Epomaker G84 HE provides dedicated arrow keys and some function keys, which are often used in coding.
  • •Its tri-mode wireless capability allows for a cleaner desk setup and easy connection to different machines.
  • •It is a fully assembled product, allowing a programmer to start using it immediately.
TravelEpomaker G84 HE
  • •The Epomaker G84 HE has wireless functionality, eliminating the need for a cable on the go.
  • •It has a built-in 8000mAh battery for portable power.
  • •It is a self-contained unit that does not require external parts for operation.
ModdingWooting 60HE Plus
  • •The Wooting 60HE Plus is explicitly a barebones module designed for installation into user-chosen 60% tray-mount cases.
  • •It includes both a silicone and a Poron sandwich pad for sound tuning, as per the product listing.
  • •It features screw-in stabilizers, which are generally preferred by modders for their stability.
  • •Its hot-swap PCB is designed for specific magnetic switches, offering a focused modding platform.
Content CreationEpomaker G84 HE
  • •The Epomaker G84 HE's 75% layout offers more readily accessible keys for shortcuts compared to a 60% board.
  • •Its per-key RGB backlighting and underglow lightbars can be customized for aesthetic setups.
  • •Wireless connectivity helps reduce cable clutter on a content creator's desk.

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