Lofree Flow Lite100 vs Flow100Plastic vs Aluminum Low-Profile
Choose the Flow Lite100 for its lower price and 2.4GHz wireless, or the Flow100 for its premium aluminum build and RGB sidelights.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Lofree Flow Lite100
Plastic
- Includes a 2.4GHz wireless dongle for a stable, low-latency connection.
- Vendor page specifies a 1000Hz polling rate for wired and 2.4GHz modes.
- Lower front height (23.5mm) and lighter weight (658g) for portability.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
Get the
Lofree Flow100
Aluminum Low-Profile
Build quality in the top 25% of 100% boards under $150.
- Constructed with a durable aluminum alloy frame and base.
- Features RGB sidelights with eight colors in addition to white backlighting.
- Offers a choice between linear and tactile switch types out of the box.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Your budget and need for 2.4GHz wireless are the primary deciders. The Flow Lite100 is the pragmatic choice for gamers and travelers who want the versatility of a 2.4GHz dongle and a lighter keyboard at a lower cost. Opt for the Flow100 if you prefer the premium feel and look of an aluminum chassis with RGB accent lighting, and can rely on Bluetooth or a wired connection.
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.
Lofree Flow Lite100
Lofree Flow100
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Bluetooth, Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Case material
ABS
Aluminum
Knob
Yes
No
Weight
658 g
738 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
Sound dampening
Yes
No
- Lofree Flow Lite100
- Lofree Flow100
- Performance
- 5163
- Build quality
- 6366
- Productivity
- 7665
- Customizability
- 6160
- Portability
- 5756
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 3,000 mAh
- Low profile
- Mount style: Gasket Mount
What will you mostly use it for?
The Flow Lite100 takes clear leads for gaming and travel due to its specified high polling rate, 2.4GHz dongle, lighter weight, and longer claimed battery life. The Flow100 wins for content creation with its RGB sidelights and aluminum build. For office work, programming, and modding, the keyboards are closely matched, sharing core features like the layout, hot-swap capability, and gasket mount.
Pick the Lofree Flow Lite100
- The Flow Lite100 lists a 1000Hz polling rate for its 2.4GHz and wired modes, which the Flow100's description does not mention.
- It includes a 2.4GHz wireless dongle for a stable, low-latency connection, a feature absent from the Flow100's listed connectivity options.
- The vendor page states its 1000Hz polling rate provides a significant improvement over a standard 125Hz connection.
Lofree Flow Lite100 vs Flow100 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
11 of 22 specs differ
Lofree Flow Lite100
Lofree Flow100
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Low profile
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Lofree Flow Lite100
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
Lofree Flow100
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
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Lofree Flow Lite100 vs Flow100: your questions
The core differences are the case material and wireless options. The Flow Lite100 has an ABS plastic case and includes a 2.4GHz wireless dongle. The Flow100 features an aluminum alloy frame but only offers Bluetooth and wired connectivity.
The Lofree Flow Lite100 is better suited for gaming. Its product description explicitly states a 1000Hz polling rate for its 2.4GHz and wired modes, and it includes the 2.4GHz dongle for a stable, low-latency wireless connection that the Flow100 lacks.
Yes, both the Lofree Flow Lite100 and the Flow100 support hot-swappable switches. This allows you to easily change the mechanical switches without soldering.
According to their vendor specifications, the Flow Lite100 claims a longer battery life. It is rated for up to 100 hours of working time with all lights off, while the Flow100 is rated for up to 40 hours.
Yes, the Lofree Flow100 has RGB lighting, but it is on the sides as sidelights. It features eight RGB colors and three modes, in addition to a white backlight for the keys themselves.
The Flow Lite100 uses PBT+PC double-shot shine-through keycaps. The Flow100 uses dye-sublimated PBT keycaps, which are textured to resist shine from oils.
Yes, both the Lofree Flow Lite100 and Flow100 are listed as compatible with macOS, as well as Windows, iOS, iPadOS, and Android.
The Lofree Flow Lite100 is more portable. It is lighter at 658 grams compared to the Flow100's 738 grams, and it has a slimmer front height of 23.5mm versus 26mm.
The Flow Lite100 includes a built-in flip-out keyboard kickstand that offers two angles (3° and 6°). The Flow100 has a fixed typing angle of 3.9° (listed as 4° in metadata) with no mention of an adjustable stand.
The Lofree Flow100 offers a choice between linear and tactile switch types out of the box, according to its vendor page. It is also compatible with a separate clicky switch option.
Yes, Lofree provides key mapping software. The Flow Lite100 vendor page mentions the 'Lofree Key Mapper' for Windows and Mac to remap keys and create macros. The Flow100's compatibility with this software is implied by the shared brand.
The Flow100 commands a higher price primarily due to its premium aluminum alloy construction and the inclusion of RGB sidelights. The Flow Lite100 uses an ABS plastic case to achieve a lower cost.
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