Epomaker QK108 vs TH108 Pro: VIA Support vs Larger Battery

Compare Epomaker QK108 vs TH108 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two similarly priced, feature-rich full-size keyboards from Epomaker. The choice is difficult because both offer tri-mode connectivity, gasket mounts, hot-swap sockets, and a knob with a screen. The decision hinges on whether you prioritize deep software customization with VIA support or a larger battery and a potentially more capable TFT screen.

Model
Rating	3.7 stars (6 reviews)	4.6 stars (31 reviews)
Purchase Options
Main differences	Has Linear, Tactile, Silent switch options Includes a Yes, LED display Supports VIA configuration Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery Weighs about 1180 g Sized at 43 x 439 x 139 mm	Has Linear, Silent switch options Includes a Yes, TFT display Equipped with a 10000 mAh battery Weighs about 1120 g Sized at 42 x 445 x 140 mm
Score	Scores Performance: 80.8 Build Quality: 75.3 Productivity: 88.4 Customizability: 82.1 Portability: 62.1	Scores Performance: 78.2 Build Quality: 68.5 Productivity: 82.7 Customizability: 72.8 Portability: 62.5
Name	Name Epomaker QK108	Name Epomaker TH108 Pro
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Silent	Switch Options Linear, Silent
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 100%	Layout Size 100%
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 LED	Display Support TFT
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 Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 10000 mAh
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 Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material ABS
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 43 x 439 x 139 mm	Dimensions 42 x 445 x 140 mm
Weight	Weight 1180g	Weight 1120g

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3.7 stars (6 reviews)

4.6 stars (31 reviews)

Has Linear, Tactile, Silent switch options
Includes a Yes, LED display
Supports VIA configuration
Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
Weighs about 1180 g
Sized at 43 x 439 x 139 mm

Has Linear, Silent switch options
Includes a Yes, TFT display
Equipped with a 10000 mAh battery
Weighs about 1120 g
Sized at 42 x 445 x 140 mm

Scores

Performance: 80.8
Build Quality: 75.3
Productivity: 88.4
Customizability: 82.1
Portability: 62.1

Scores

Performance: 78.2
Build Quality: 68.5
Productivity: 82.7
Customizability: 72.8
Portability: 62.5

Name

Epomaker QK108

Name

Epomaker TH108 Pro

Release year

2025

Release year

2025

Switch Options

Linear, Tactile, Silent

Switch Options

Linear, Silent

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

100%

Layout Size

100%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Knob Support

Display Support

LED

Display Support

TFT

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Battery capacity

8000 mAh

Battery capacity

10000 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

ABS

Case Material

ABS

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

43 x 439 x 139 mm

Dimensions

42 x 445 x 140 mm

Weight

1180g

Weight

1120g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your priority should guide this choice. If you want the most powerful and user-friendly software for customization, the Epomaker QK108 is the clear pick with its VIA support. If you value longer battery life, a potentially sharper screen, and a more flexible typing construction out of the box, the Epomaker TH108 Pro is the better option. Both are competent full-size keyboards with premium features at a similar price point.

Epomaker QK108

+VIA software support for extensive key remapping, macro recording, and layer management.
+Includes three additional Mac modifier keycaps in the box for better macOS compatibility.
+Detailed 5-layer sound dampening design with sandwich latex, IXPE switch pad, PET, bottom sponge, and silicone.
+Dye-sublimated PBT keycaps in a Cherry profile for durability and a classic feel.

−Smaller 8000mAh battery compared to the TH108 Pro.
−Uses an LED mini-screen, which may offer less detail than a TFT display.
−Lacks a flex-cut plate according to its technical specifications.

Epomaker TH108 Pro

+Larger 10000mAh rechargeable battery for extended wireless use.
+Features a TFT smart display, potentially offering better image quality for custom graphics.
+Includes a flex-cut PC plate and flex-cut FR4 PCB for a more flexible typing feel.
+Double-shot PBT keycaps ensure long-lasting legends and color.

−Does not list support for VIA customization software.
−Available switch options are limited to linear and silent linear types, with no tactile option listed.
−Plate-mounted stabilizers are not compatible with PCB or screw-in stabilizers, limiting some mods.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The QK108 takes the lead for users who value deep software control, winning in Gaming, Programming, and Modding due to its VIA support. The TH108 Pro is better suited for Office work and Content Creation, thanks to its larger battery, double-shot keycaps, and TFT display. For Travel, both keyboards are equally cumbersome due to their size and weight.

GamingEpomaker QK108

•The QK108's vendor page specifies a 3ms wired latency, which is slightly lower than the TH108 Pro's 2ms, but both are in the competitive range.
•Both offer a 1000Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4GHz modes for responsive input.
•The QK108's VIA support allows for extensive macro programming and key remapping for complex game commands.

OfficeEpomaker TH108 Pro

•The TH108 Pro's larger 10000mAh battery promises longer wireless runtime for untethered work.
•Its double-shot PBT keycaps, as noted in its specs, are known for durability and resistance to shine.
•Both keyboards include Mac modifier keycaps and support multi-device pairing for flexible workspace setups.

ProgrammingEpomaker QK108

•VIA support on the QK108 enables deep layer customization and complex macro creation for coding workflows.
•Both feature a full 104-key layout with a standard ANSI configuration for all necessary keys.
•The hot-swap sockets on both allow for switching to preferred tactile or silent switches for long typing sessions.

TravelTie

•Both are heavy, full-size keyboards weighing over 1.1kg, making them less ideal for frequent travel.
•They offer tri-mode wireless connectivity, eliminating the need for a cable on the go.
•Neither has a significantly more compact form factor, as both are standard 100% layout sizes.

ModdingEpomaker QK108

•The QK108 explicitly supports VIA software, offering a powerful, open-source platform for firmware-level customization.
•Both are hot-swappable with 5-pin sockets and feature gasket-mounted designs with multiple foam layers for acoustic tuning.
•The QK108's vendor description details a specific 5-layer sound dampening stack including latex, IXPE, PET, sponge, and silicone.

Content CreationEpomaker TH108 Pro

•The TH108 Pro's TFT screen, as listed in its specs, may offer better clarity for custom GIFs or status information compared to the QK108's LED screen.
•The programmable knob on both can be set to control media, scrubbing timelines, or adjusting brush sizes.
•The TH108 Pro's flex-cut plate and PCB, mentioned in its technical specifications, may provide a more consistent typing feel across the board.

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