KBDFans Tofu60 Redux vs HE60% Aluminum vs Magnetic

The KBDFans HE is generally better for gaming. It features Hall Effect switches with rapid trigger, an 8000 Hz polling rate, and a 0.1ms response time in Beast Mode, all designed for competitive play. The Tofu60 Redux uses standard mechanical switches with standard polling and lacks these gaming-specific features.

Yes, the Tofu60 Redux fully supports QMK and VIA. This allows you to remap any key, create multiple layers, and program complex macros without needing to install proprietary software. This makes it highly flexible for productivity and custom workflows.

The KBDFans HE kit uses magnetic, or Hall Effect, switches. Specifically, it comes with Gateron Magnetic Jade Gaming Switches. These are linear switches that use magnets to detect actuation, enabling features like adjustable actuation points and rapid trigger.

Yes, both the KBDFans Tofu60 Redux and the KBDFans HE are hot-swappable. The Tofu60 Redux uses a standard hotswap PCB for mechanical switches, while the HE kit is hot-swappable specifically for its Hall Effect magnetic switches.

The KBDFans Tofu60 Redux has a higher perceived build quality. It offers case options in anodized aluminum, E-coated aluminum, or acrylic, and includes an internal sandblasted brass weight. The KBDFans HE uses a plastic case, which is lighter and less premium feeling.

The KBDFans HE is compatible with Macs for basic use. However, the M6Lite+ driver software used to configure features like rapid trigger and key mapping does not support macOS. You would need to set it up on a PC first before using it with a Mac.

No, the Tofu60 Redux is sold as a barebones DIY kit. It does not include switches or keycaps. You must purchase those separately and assemble the keyboard yourself. The kit does include the case, a hotswap PCB, plate, stabilizers, and a foam kit.

Yes, the KBDFans HE kit is available as a pre-assembled option. This means the case, plate, PCB, stabilizers, and foam are put together, but you still need to install your own switches (and keycaps if you want) as it is a barebones kit.

The KBDFans HE is more portable due to its lighter plastic case. Both keyboards share the same compact 60% form factor and are wired only. The HE's lighter weight makes it easier to transport in a bag compared to the heavier aluminum Tofu60 Redux.

Yes, according to the vendor, the Tofu60 Redux case is compatible with many standard 60% PCBs, including the Wooting 60HE PCB. This provides an upgrade path if you want to add analog or Hall Effect features to the Tofu60 Redux's premium case.

Both keyboards are sold as DIY kits and do not include keycaps. The Tofu60 Redux is compatible with standard mechanical switches (like Cherry MX), while the KBDFans HE specifically requires magnetic Hall Effect switches. You cannot mix and match these switch types between the two keyboards.

Yes, the KBDFans HE PCB features customizable per-key RGB lighting on the top of the board as well as RGB underglow. The Tofu60 Redux also has per-key RGB and RGB underglow. Both allow some level of lighting customization, though the HE's is controlled via its M6Lite+ driver.