Evoworks Evo75 vs GravaStar Mercury K1Customization vs Style

They offer different approaches. The GravaStar Mercury K1 uses a gasket mount with a POM plate, which the manufacturer says creates a streamlined form and helps absorb vibrations. The Evoworks Evo75 offers a butterfly leaf spring mount with silicone gaskets and a choice of plates (like FR4 or Polypropylene) to tailor the flex and sound signature.

Yes, both the Evoworks Evo75 and GravaStar Mercury K1 feature hot-swappable sockets. The Evo75's vendor description specifies compatibility with both 3-pin and 5-pin switches on its 1.2mm PCB. The Mercury K1's listing also states hot-swappable sockets permit substitution of 3-pin and 5-pin switches.

Yes. Both product listings explicitly state compatibility with Windows and Mac operating systems. The Evoworks Evo75 also includes specific Mac keycaps in its accessory pack and mentions Linux compatibility.

Both keyboards are listed with an 8000mAh battery capacity, which should provide extended wireless usage. The Evoworks Evo75 achieves this with two 4000mAh batteries, while the Mercury K1 uses a single 8000mAh cell.

Both have RGB lighting. The Evoworks Evo75 specifies south-facing RGB LEDs, which prevent interference with Cherry-profile keycaps. The GravaStar Mercury K1's vendor description highlights a "three-sided streamer effect" for a unique visual experience, but does not specify LED orientation.

The Evoworks Evo75 lists features favorable for gaming, including a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes, N-Key Rollover (NKRO) on its PCB, and a physical mode toggle for quick switching. These specs support low latency and reliable multi-key input.

The Evoworks Evo75 is programmable using the QMK and VIA firmware. This allows you to remap keys, create macros, and adjust lighting layers without needing proprietary software, using either a web-based VIA interface or QMK's toolset.

According to its vendor page, the GravaStar Mercury K1 package includes the keyboard itself and a user manual. It is sold as a pre-built unit, and the listing does not mention additional accessories like pullers or spare switches.

The Evoworks Evo75 includes a comprehensive set of accessories. The vendor lists a carrying case, keyboard pouch, accessory bag, USB-C cable, keycap/switch puller, three spare switches, a dust cover, spare silicone gaskets, leaf springs, and three Mac keycaps.

The Evoworks Evo75 is significantly heavier at 2000 grams (2 kg), partly due to its CNC aluminum case and PVD stainless steel external weight. The GravaStar Mercury K1 is much lighter at 1080 grams (1.08 kg), with an aluminum alloy exoskeleton described as combining strength and lightness.

Yes. The vendor description for the Evoworks Evo75 highlights a ball-catch quick release design for the CNC aluminum case, enabling fast and toolless disassembly. This facilitates easy access for modding, plate swapping, and maintenance.