Epomaker Hack 59 vs Split70Compact or Split Design

The Hack 59 is a compact 60% keyboard with 59 keys. The Split70 uses a split 70% layout with 71 keys and a knob, and its two halves can be positioned independently.

Yes. Epomaker describes the Split70 as a split ergonomic keyboard with two independent halves for shoulder-width positioning. The Hack 59 has a conventional compact layout.

The Hack 59 is smaller and lighter, listed at 630 g and 28 x 119 x 303 mm. The Split70 is listed at 890 g and 40 x 118 x 372 mm.

Both support Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless, and wired connections. The Hack 59 vendor listing identifies Bluetooth 5.0, while the Split70 listing names its three connection modes without specifying a Bluetooth version.

The Hack 59 metadata and vendor description list both QMK and VIA support. The Split70 metadata also lists both, making either model a candidate for users who want configurable keys.

Both keyboards are hot-swappable. The Hack 59 vendor listing specifies 3- and 5-pin mechanical switches, and the Split70 listing describes compatibility with most 3- and 5-pin mechanical switches.

The Split70 lists N-key rollover, a knob, and multimedia keys. Both keyboards list a 1000 Hz polling rate, and both support wired and 2.4 GHz connections.

Both use south-facing RGB, and their compatibility notes warn that shine-through legends stay dark. The notes also say some sculpted keycaps can clip the LEDs.

Both use gasket mounting and five-layer sound dampening. The Hack 59 vendor names Poron sandwich foam, an IXPE switch pad, sound enhancement and switch socket pads, and a bottom silicone pad; the Split70 listing names sandwiched latex, an IXPE switch pad, PET sound film, bottom sponge, and bottom silicone.

Both keyboards have a listed 3000 mAh battery. The Split70 vendor description also gives estimates of up to 11 hours with backlighting on and 260 hours with it off.

Yes. The Split70 metadata lists knob support and multimedia keys, and the vendor description identifies the board as having a knob. The Hack 59 listing does not identify either feature.

The Hack 59 is the more travel-oriented choice based on its lower listed weight and smaller dimensions. Both support Bluetooth and have a 3000 mAh battery, but the Split70 has a larger split design and weighs more.