Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite vs TH87Aluminum 96% vs Lightweight TKL
Choose the Galaxy100 Lite for a premium aluminum build and extensive layout, or the TH87 for superior portability and battery life.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
Aluminum 96%
Build quality in the top 15% of 96% boards under $100.
- Aluminum alloy case construction for a premium feel and durability.
- 96% layout includes a numpad and arrow keys in a space-saving form factor.
- Full QMK and VIA firmware support for deep key remapping and macro programming.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
- Compact full-size layout. The numpad is present, the gaps of a full-size board are not.
Get the
Epomaker TH87
Lightweight TKL
Build quality in the bottom 45% of 80% boards under $100.
- Lighter weight of 1000g and more compact 80% TKL layout for better portability.
- Larger 10000mAh battery capacity for extended wireless use.
- Includes a two-stage kickstand offering three adjustable typing angles (6°, 8°, 10.5°).
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No numpad.
Your primary need dictates the choice. If you work primarily at a single desk, require a numpad, and want maximum customization through QMK/VIA, the Galaxy100 Lite's aluminum build and feature set justify its heft. If you move your keyboard frequently, prioritize long battery life, and prefer a lighter, more standard TKL layout, the TH87 is the more practical and portable option.
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.
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
Epomaker TH87
Layout size
96%
80%
Battery
8,000 mAh
10,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
Aluminum
ABS
Switch options
Clicky, Linear
Linear, Silent
Knob
Yes
No
- Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
- Epomaker TH87
- Performance
- 8374
- Build quality
- 8459
- Productivity
- 9375
- Customizability
- 8858
- Portability
- 6285
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
- Mount style: Gasket Mount
- Sound dampening
- Keycaps: PBT
What will you mostly use it for?
The Galaxy100 Lite is the clear choice for stationary productivity and customization, winning in Office, Programming, and Modding due to its layout and software. The TH87 takes the lead for Travel thanks to its lighter weight and larger battery. For Gaming, the Galaxy100 Lite has a slight edge with its numpad and marginally lower listed latency, while Content Creation is a split decision based on layout versus ergonomic needs.
Pick the Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
- The Galaxy100 Lite's listed 2.81ms wired latency is slightly lower than the TH87's 2ms.
- Its 96% layout includes a numpad for games that utilize it.
- Both share a 1000Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4GHz modes.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
33 owner reviews
“I like the feel and the sounds the keyboard has. However, one of the foot is missing, and there's no feature to disable the backlight from numlock.”
“Had it for maybe a month or two and it no longer works, the lighting is gone and it won’t even turn on now”
Epomaker TH87
16 owner reviews
“Im really happy with the overall quality of the keyboard. The silent switches are really great for working and gaming as well.”
“Ill start with the positives. - it sound creamy and has a great feel on the fingers. - a ten keyless that has all the functionality that i need In theory this is the perfect keyboard but i have had 1 issue that has been bugging me so much. Ever so often the…”
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite vs TH87 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
12 of 25 specs differ
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
Epomaker TH87
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
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.
Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Epomaker TH87
Epomaker
ISO-DE, ISO-UK
In stockShips to you
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Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite vs TH87: your questions
The TH87 has a larger 10000mAh battery, which the manufacturer claims lasts about 45 hours with RGB at brightest or 200 hours with it off. The Galaxy100 Lite has an 8000mAh battery. For maximum time between charges, the TH87 is the better choice.
Yes. The Galaxy100 Lite explicitly supports both QMK and VIA firmware. This allows for extensive customization like key remapping, layer creation, and macro programming directly through the VIA software or by compiling QMK firmware.
Yes. According to the technical specifications for both keyboards, they are compatible with Mac, Windows, and Android systems. The Galaxy100 Lite also includes supplementary Mac keycaps (Command and Option) in the box.
The TH87 is more portable. It weighs 1000g compared to the Galaxy100 Lite's 1660g, and its 80% TKL layout is more compact than the 96% layout. The TH87's lighter weight and smaller footprint make it easier to carry.
Yes. Both the Epomaker Galaxy100 Lite and the TH87 feature hot-swappable PCBs, allowing you to change switches without soldering. Both also include a 2-in-1 switch and keycap puller in the box.
The key material difference is the case. The Galaxy100 Lite uses a powder-sprayed CNC aluminum alloy case, while the TH87 uses an ABS plastic case. This contributes significantly to the Galaxy100 Lite's heavier, more premium feel.
Both use gasket mounts and Cherry profile PBT keycaps for comfort. The Galaxy100 Lite has a fixed 7-degree typing angle, while the TH87 offers an adjustable kickstand for 6, 8, or 10.5-degree angles. The TH87 provides more ergonomic adjustability.
Yes. The Galaxy100 Lite supports a 2.4GHz wireless connection with a listed latency of 4.72ms and a 1000Hz polling rate, which is suitable for gaming. For the lowest possible latency, its wired mode offers 2.81ms.
Both feature 5-layer sound optimizing systems. The Galaxy100 Lite's description lists Poron sandwich pad, IXPE switch pad, PET sound enhancement pad, EMDP switch socket pad, and a PET bottom pad. The TH87 uses PORON sandwich foam, IXPE switch pad, a sound enhancement pad, EPDM switch socket pad, and a silicone bottom.
The Galaxy100 Lite includes a few extra items: Mac supplementary keycaps (Command and Option), and it features a control knob. Both keyboards come with a USB-C cable, a 2.4GHz dongle, a switch/keycap puller, and extra switches.
No, according to the vendor description for the Galaxy100 Lite, its thick PBT keycaps are non-shine-through with dye-subbed legends. The TH87 uses double-shot PBT keycaps, which are also typically not shine-through, as the south-facing LEDs are not designed for backlit legends.
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