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Compare Epomaker HE80 vs Wooting 60HE V2 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers interested in high-performance magnetic (Hall Effect) keyboards but divided on the value of a prebuilt unit versus a DIY project. The decision is challenging because both offer 8000Hz polling, rapid trigger, and hot-swappable magnetic switches, but they differ fundamentally in form factor, completeness, and price. The HE80 is a fully assembled 75% keyboard with a gasket mount and sound dampening, while the Wooting is a 60% barebones PCB module designed for installation into a custom case.

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EPOMAKER HE80
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Wooting 60HE V2 Magnetic 8K Keyboard

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  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Offers Normal ergonomics
  • Compatible with both Mac and Windows
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Weighs about 830 g
  • Sized at 42 x 332 x 146 mm
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Features PBT, PC keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Available in a 60% layout
  • Offers Split Spacebar ergonomics
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Made with a ABS, Aluminum case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 97.7
  • Build Quality: 60.4
  • Productivity: 76.2
  • Customizability: 59.6
  • Portability: 57.7
Scores
  • Performance: 96.1
  • Build Quality: 78.4
  • Productivity: 65.2
  • Customizability: 74.5
  • Portability: 68.9
Name
Epomaker HE80
Name
Wooting 60HE V2
Release year
2025
Release year
2025
Switch Options
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
Split Spacebar
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
Wired, Wired only
Connection
Wired, Wired only
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Polling Rate
8000 Hz
Battery capacity
-
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
Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Rgb, North-face
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic
Case Material
ABS, Aluminum
Keycaps Material
PBT, PC
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
42 x 332 x 146 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
830g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice hinges entirely on whether you want a complete keyboard or a DIY foundation. The Epomaker HE80 delivers exceptional value as a fully-featured, high-performance magnetic keyboard ready to use straight from the box. The Wooting 60HE V2 is a premium starting point for enthusiasts who want to build a custom 60% keyboard around a renowned magnetic PCB, accepting the additional cost and effort required.

Epomaker HE80

  • +Complete pre-built 75% keyboard with a functional layout including arrow and function keys.
  • +Features a gasket mount design with 4 layers of sound dampening materials, including latex sandwich foam and bottom silicone.
  • +Includes extra magnetic switches, additional PBT keycaps, and a keycap/switch puller in the box.
  • +Offers a web-based driver for customization of actuation, RGB, and advanced features like SOCD and DKS.
  • +Vendor listing states broad compatibility with Mac, Windows, Android, Linux, PlayStation, and Switch.
  • −Constructed with a plastic case, which may feel less premium than metal alternatives.
  • −Uses plate-mount stabilizers, which are generally considered less desirable than screw-in stabilizers for modding.
  • −The 75% layout is less compact than a 60% board, taking up more desk space.

Wooting 60HE V2

  • +Barebones PCB module offers maximum customization potential for case, switches, and keycaps.
  • +Designed for compatibility with most 60% tray mount aluminum cases.
  • +Includes mounting accessories like a silicone friction-fit pad and poron foam sandwich pad.
  • +Features a split spacebar layout option for ergonomic customization.
  • −Sold as a barebones module, requiring the separate purchase of a case, switches, and keycaps for a functional keyboard.
  • −The 60% layout lacks dedicated arrow keys and function row, relying on layers for those inputs.
  • −No reviews are available for this specific V2 module at the time of writing, making user experience less clear.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Epomaker HE80 is the clear choice for office work, programming, and content creation due to its more functional 75% layout and ready-to-use nature. For gaming, both keyboards offer equivalent core performance specs. The Wooting 60HE V2 excels for modders seeking a project and travelers who value a compact, disassembled form factor, though it requires purchasing a case, switches, and keycaps separately.

GamingTie
  • •Both feature 8000Hz polling rate and rapid trigger functionality for low latency.
  • •Both utilize magnetic Hall Effect switches with adjustable actuation.
  • •Both support N-key rollover for simultaneous key presses.
OfficeEpomaker HE80
  • •The HE80's 75% layout includes dedicated arrow and function keys, improving productivity.
  • •Its 4 layers of sound dampening materials, including latex sandwich foam and bottom silicone, promote a quieter typing experience.
  • •The vendor listing states compatibility with Mac and Windows.
ProgrammingEpomaker HE80
  • •The 75% layout provides arrow keys and some function keys without a full-size footprint.
  • •The inclusion of a split spacebar option is not mentioned for the HE80, but its standard layout may be more immediately functional.
  • •The Wooting 60HE V2 is a barebones module requiring significant assembly before use.
TravelWooting 60HE V2
  • •The Wooting 60HE V2's 60% PCB module is inherently more compact than a prebuilt 75% keyboard.
  • •As a module without a case, switches, or keycaps, it can be packed separately and is lighter for transport.
  • •The HE80 is a complete 830g unit with fixed dimensions.
ModdingWooting 60HE V2
  • •The Wooting 60HE V2 is sold as a barebones PCB module, designed for installation into user-chosen 60% tray mount aluminum cases.
  • •It includes mounting options like a silicone friction-fit pad and a poron foam sandwich pad for customization.
  • •The HE80 is a pre-built gasket mount board, though it is hot-swappable and includes some extra switches and keycaps.
Content CreationEpomaker HE80
  • •The HE80's 75% layout offers more readily accessible keys for potential macro assignments without heavy layering.
  • •Its per-key programmable RGB backlighting is south-facing and can be customized via web software.
  • •The pre-built nature allows for immediate use out of the box.

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