FE 21.3 Helios 88 vs KBDFans Holy60 HECustom Kit vs Gaming Pre-Built

No, the Helios 88 is sold as a DIY kit or barebones kit. According to the vendor listing, it includes the case, PCB, plate, and accessories, but you must provide and install your own mechanical switches and keycaps to complete the build.

The Holy60 HE comes pre-built with Mount Tai GT HE switches. These are magnetic Hall effect switches, and the listing states the keyboard includes four extra switches. It does not use standard mechanical switch sockets.

They offer different paths. The Helios 88, with its top mount aluminum case and multiple plate options, is designed for enthusiasts to tune the feel and sound through component choice. The Holy60 HE aims for a consistent, pre-tuned feel with its included foam kit and screw-in stabilizers.

Yes, but through different methods. The Helios 88 explicitly supports VIA, a popular graphical firmware configuration tool. The Holy60 HE uses a proprietary driver called Tofix, which the vendor states allows for multi-scene function switching and key customization.

No. The connectivity for the Holy60 HE is listed as wired only in the provided specifications. The vendor description does not mention any Bluetooth or wireless functionality.

The Helios 88 uses a top mount, where the plate is screwed into the top of the case, often leading to a more consistent typing feel. The Holy60 HE uses a tray mount, where the PCB is screwed directly into the bottom case, which is a simpler and more common construction method.

The Holy60 HE is more portable due to its smaller 60% form factor. Its dimensions are approximately 304mm in length, and it includes a carrying case. The 80% Helios 88 is larger, though it also includes a carry case.

According to the vendor, the Holy60 HE comes with PBTfans double-shot keycaps. These are available in PBT BOW or ABS Neon R2 options, both in Cherry profile, which are generally considered high-quality keycap sets.

Rapid trigger is a feature that allows a key to be re-pressed without it returning to its full resting position, enabling faster actuation in games. This feature is explicitly listed for the Holy60 HE keyboard and is not mentioned for the Helios 88.

The Holy60 HE uses proprietary magnetic Hall effect switches. The product is pre-built, and the listing does not state that the switches are hot-swappable in the standard sense, so switch replacement may be more complex than on a traditional hot-swap board.

The vendor listing states the Helios 88 kit includes the case, front badge, internal weight, plate, PCB, screws, a carry case, and feet. It does not include switches or keycaps.