Keychron K2 Pro vs Weikav Lucky65: Feature-Rich vs Gasket Mount

Compare Keychron K2 Pro vs Weikav Lucky65 Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a highly customizable, productivity-focused keyboard and a smaller, acoustically-tuned kit. The Keychron K2 Pro offers a 75% layout with extensive programmability, while the Weikav Lucky65 provides a 65% gasket mount design with a split spacebar. The decision hinges on whether you prioritize software features and a function row or a specific mounting style and compactness for a custom build.

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Rating	4.9 stars (15 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2022 Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options Supports hot-swappable switches Available in a 75% layout Built with the ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK layout standard Offers Normal ergonomics Provides dedicated media keys Connects via USB-C Supports QMK firmware Supports VIA configuration Includes screw-in stabilizers Has built-in sound dampening Uses a Tray Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery Weighs about 1070 g Sized at 25 x 317 x 122 mm Made with a Aluminum, Plastic, ABS case Features ABS, PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting	Released in 2024 Available in a 65% layout Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard Offers Split Spacebar ergonomics Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Equipped with a 3750 mAh battery Weighs about 1200 g Sized at 33 x 326 x 115 mm Made with a Aluminum case Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 81.6 Build Quality: 89.6 Productivity: 94.8 Customizability: 97.4 Portability: 80.1	Scores Performance: 67.9 Build Quality: 65.4 Productivity: 47.1 Customizability: 50.1 Portability: 81.8
Name	Name Keychron K2 Pro	Name Weikav Lucky65
Release year	Release year 2022	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 75%	Layout Size 65%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Split Spacebar
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 4000 mAh	Battery capacity 3750 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Tray Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum, Plastic, ABS	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS, PBT	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions 25 x 317 x 122 mm	Dimensions 33 x 326 x 115 mm
Weight	Weight 1070g	Weight 1200g

Keychron K2 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

[Out of Stock] Lucky65 65% Mechanical Keyboard

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4.9 stars (15 reviews)

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Released in 2022
Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options
Supports hot-swappable switches
Available in a 75% layout
Built with the ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK layout standard
Offers Normal ergonomics
Provides dedicated media keys
Connects via USB-C
Supports QMK firmware
Supports VIA configuration
Includes screw-in stabilizers
Has built-in sound dampening
Uses a Tray Mount mounting style
Supports Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Equipped with a 4000 mAh battery
Weighs about 1070 g
Sized at 25 x 317 x 122 mm
Made with a Aluminum, Plastic, ABS case
Features ABS, PBT keycaps
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, White, White South-face RGB lighting

Released in 2024
Available in a 65% layout
Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard
Offers Split Spacebar ergonomics
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
Equipped with a 3750 mAh battery
Weighs about 1200 g
Sized at 33 x 326 x 115 mm
Made with a Aluminum case
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 81.6
Build Quality: 89.6
Productivity: 94.8
Customizability: 97.4
Portability: 80.1

Scores

Performance: 67.9
Build Quality: 65.4
Productivity: 47.1
Customizability: 50.1
Portability: 81.8

Name

Keychron K2 Pro

Name

Weikav Lucky65

Release year

2022

Release year

2024

Switch Options

Linear, Tactile, Clicky

Switch Options

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

75%

Layout Size

65%

Layout Standard

ISO, JIS, ANSI, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK

Layout Standard

ANSI, ISO

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Split Spacebar

Knob Support

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Polling Rate

1000 Hz

Battery capacity

4000 mAh

Battery capacity

3750 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Tray Mount

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb, South-face, White, White South-face

Backlight

Rgb, South-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Aluminum, Plastic, ABS

Case Material

Aluminum

Keycaps Material

ABS, PBT

Keycaps Material

Dimensions

25 x 317 x 122 mm

Dimensions

33 x 326 x 115 mm

Weight

1070g

Weight

1200g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your primary need dictates the choice. If you require deep software customization, need specific international key layouts, or want a ready-to-use keyboard with a function row, the Keychron K2 Pro is the clear recommendation. Opt for the Weikav Lucky65 if your priority is building a custom keyboard with a specific gasket-mounted feel and acoustic properties, and you can work within a 65% layout. Be aware that the Lucky65 may be difficult to purchase due to stock issues.

Keychron K2 Pro

+Extensive programmability with QMK and VIA firmware support.
+Wide compatibility with multiple ISO and ANSI layouts for international users.
+Includes sound-dampening foam, a silicone pad, and screw-in PCB stabilizers in its hot-swappable version.
+Larger 4000mAh battery capacity for longer wireless use.
+Available as a pre-built, hot-swappable, or barebones kit.

−The non-hot-swappable 'Black - Fully Assembled' version lacks sound foam and uses plate-mounted stabilizers.
−Its 75% layout is larger than a 65% board, taking up more desk space.
−Relies solely on Bluetooth for wireless connectivity, lacking a 2.4 GHz option.

Weikav Lucky65

+Gasket mount design with a PC plate and flex cuts for a softer, more consistent typing feel.
+Includes five types of foam (Poron, IXPE, PET, EPMD) for extensive acoustic tuning.
+Offers triple connectivity: wired, 2.4 GHz, and Bluetooth.
+Features a split spacebar layout for additional key mapping options.

−Lacks support for QMK or VIA, relying on proprietary Windows-only software.
−Smaller 65% layout removes the function row and several navigation keys.
−Currently listed as out of stock with no vendor availability.
−Bluetooth polling rate is limited to 125Hz, according to the vendor specifications.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Keychron K2 Pro is the stronger choice for productivity-centric tasks like office work, programming, and content creation due to its layout and software. The Weikav Lucky65 wins for travel due to its smaller size and inclusion of a 2.4 GHz dongle. For gaming, the K2 Pro's consistent high polling rate and layout give it an edge, while modders will find compelling but different features in each, making it a tie for that category.

GamingKeychron K2 Pro

•The K2 Pro has a 1000Hz polling rate in all wired and wireless modes, according to its specifications.
•Its 75% layout retains dedicated arrow keys and a function row for in-game macros or media controls.
•The vendor page mentions it includes sound-dampening foam and a silicone pad, which can reduce distracting ping during gaming sessions.

OfficeKeychron K2 Pro

•The K2 Pro supports a wide array of international ISO layouts, including UK, German, French, Spanish, and Nordic, as stated by Keychron.
•It includes multimedia keys and Mac/Windows support out of the box.
•Its Bluetooth connectivity allows pairing with up to three devices, which is useful for switching between a work laptop and other peripherals.

ProgrammingKeychron K2 Pro

•The 75% layout provides direct access to a function row and navigation cluster, which are frequently used in IDEs.
•Full QMK and VIA firmware support allows for deep key remapping and macro creation for coding shortcuts.
•South-facing RGB LEDs prevent interference with Cherry-profile keycaps, a popular choice among enthusiasts.

TravelWeikav Lucky65

•The Lucky65 has a smaller 65% footprint (326mm x 115mm) compared to the K2 Pro's 75% size (317mm x 122mm).
•It is slightly lighter at 1200g versus the K2 Pro's 1070g, though both are substantial.
•It includes a 2.4 GHz wireless dongle for a reliable connection without Bluetooth pairing on the go.

ModdingTie

•The K2 Pro offers hot-swappable sockets, screw-in PCB stabilizers, and comes in a barebones kit option.
•The Lucky65 is built around a gasket mount system with a PC plate that has flex cuts, and includes five types of foam for acoustic tuning.
•Both support a DIY kit/barebones configuration for building from scratch.

Content CreationKeychron K2 Pro

•The K2 Pro's QMK/VIA support allows for creating complex macros for video editing or graphic design software.
•Its adjustable typing angles (5°, 9.2°, 12°) can improve ergonomics during long editing sessions.
•The inclusion of multimedia keys provides quick access to playback and volume controls.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The Keychron K2 Pro has significantly more advanced software support. It is compatible with the open-source QMK firmware and the VIA configurator, allowing for extensive key remapping and macro programming directly in a browser. The Weikav Lucky65 uses proprietary software that, according to its vendor page, is only compatible with Windows for configuration, though settings can be used on Mac afterward.

The main difference is the mounting style. The Weikav Lucky65 uses a gasket mount system, which typically provides a softer, more flexible typing feel with better sound dampening, aided by its five included foam layers. The Keychron K2 Pro uses a tray mount design, which generally offers a firmer, more direct feedback, though its hot-swappable version includes sound-absorbing foam and a silicone pad.