Keychron K10 HE vs K2 HEFull Size or 75% Layout
Get the K10 HE for its full-size layout and numpad, or the K2 HE for its more compact 75% layout, knob support, and broader regional layout options.
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4.2 (18)4.2 · 18 reviews
from$134at MK
4.8 (49)4.8 · 49 reviews
from$129at Keychron
Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron K10 HE
Build quality in the top 5% of 100% boards under $150.
- Full-size 100% layout with a numpad.
- Aluminum with wooden frames on the Special Edition, with natural rosewood accents.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- Missing ISO-Nordic, ISO-FR, ISO-ES. The other board is sold in those layouts.
Get the
Keychron K2 HE
Knob
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $150.
- 75% layout with knob support and multimedia keys.
- Listed in ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, and JIS layouts.
- Plate-mount option listed alongside tray mount.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- No numpad.
Choose the K10 HE if you want a full-size keyboard with a numpad and the Special Edition's aluminum-and-wood frame. Choose the K2 HE if you prefer a 75% layout, knob and multimedia controls, more listed regional layouts, or a plate-mount option. Both offer magnetic-switch gaming features, so these layout and customization differences are the stronger deciding factors.
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.
Keychron K10 HE
Keychron K2 HE
Layout size
100%
75%
Case material
ABS, Aluminum, Plastic, Wood
ABS, Aluminum, Resin, Wood
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Magnetic, Silent, Tactile
Linear, Magnetic
Mount style
Tray Mount
Plate Mount, Tray Mount
Knob
No
Yes
- Keychron K10 HE
- Keychron K2 HE
- Performance
- 9293
- Build quality
- 8991
- Productivity
- 9497
- Customizability
- 9498
- Portability
- 5681
- Hall effect (magnetic)
- Rapid trigger
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
What will you mostly use it for?
Gaming is a close call because both models list the same core magnetic-switch features, including Rapid Trigger and adjustable actuation. The K10 HE is the clearer fit for buyers who need a numpad, while the K2 HE suits those who want a smaller layout or a knob. The K2 HE also has an edge for modding options with its listed plate-mount configuration and for buyers seeking more regional layouts. For travel, its smaller dimensions make it the more compact choice, although both are wireless.
It's a tie
- Both list Hall Effect switches, Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation, and a 1000 Hz polling rate.
- Both vendor descriptions list Dynamic Keystrokes, Analog Mode, Last Key Priority, and Snap Click.
- The K10 HE has a full-size layout, while the K2 HE has a 75% layout, so the preferred desk layout determines the fit.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Keychron K10 HE
18 owner reviews
“Fantastically smooth design with sturdy make, elegant look and satisfying typing experience. The clicking is just right, and the keyboard feels incredible to type with.”
“caps lock, num lock and win/mac indicators don't work. Keychron support has no fix and a no free return policy that will cost me to return. Not worth it to send it back. One of the worst keyboards I have ever used and will wind up putting it in the trash.”
Keychron K2 HE
49 owner reviews
“Lowering the actuation depth improved my reaction time in competitive games. Analog mode in racing titles feels surprisingly natural. The mouse glide is smooth.”
Keychron K10 HE vs K2 HE specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
12 of 29 specs differ
Keychron K10 HE
Keychron K2 HE
Switch options
Hall effect (magnetic)
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron K10 HE
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK
In stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron K2 HE
- Go to Input Gear
Input Gear
ISO-DE
Out of stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-CH
Out of stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-CH
In stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron K10 HE vs K2 HE: your questions
The K10 HE is a 100% layout with a numpad, while the K2 HE is a 75% layout without one. The K2 HE also lists knob support, multimedia keys, and additional regional layouts.
No. The K2 HE uses a 75% layout, and its compatibility notes specify that it has no numpad. Choose the K10 HE if a dedicated numpad is important.
The K2 HE is the more compact model, with listed dimensions of 41 x 127 x 321 mm. The K10 HE measures 40 x 445 x 129 mm and uses a full-size layout.
Both list Hall Effect magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation, and a 1000 Hz polling rate. Their vendor descriptions also describe Dynamic Keystrokes and Analog Mode, so the layout preference is a key difference.
Yes. Rapid Trigger is listed for both keyboards, and both vendor descriptions explain that key activation and reset can respond to travel distance.
No. Both models are specified for magnetic switches, and their compatibility notes say standard MX switches will not fit. The vendor descriptions further specify Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switch compatibility.
The K2 HE lists ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-CH, ISO-Nordic, and JIS layouts. The K10 HE lists ISO, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, and ANSI, but not those additional layouts.
Both have PBT keycaps listed, and both use north-facing LEDs. The compatibility notes warn that Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing on either model.
Knob support is listed for the K2 HE, along with multimedia keys. Those controls are not listed among the K10 HE's extra features.
The K2 HE lists tray mount and plate mount. The K10 HE lists tray mount.
Both list Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless, as well as wired connectivity. Each also lists a 4000mAh battery.
Choose the K10 HE if you need a numpad, since it has a 100% layout. The K2 HE is a 75% keyboard and is specified without a numpad.
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