Keychron Q1 Max vs Q1 Pro2.4 GHz or ISO-FR
Get the Q1 Max for its dedicated 2.4 GHz connection and additional acoustic foam layers, or the Q1 Pro for ISO-FR and ISO-ES layout options the Max does not offer.
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4.9 (21)4.9 · 21 reviews
from$209at MK
5.0 (15)5.0 · 15 reviews
from$149at Keychron
Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron Q1 Max
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $200.
- 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity with a 1000 Hz polling rate in that mode.
- Vendor-described IXPE, PET, and latex acoustic foam layers.
- PBT keycaps listed as standard, rather than the Q1 Pro's ABS/PBT options.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- Missing ISO-FR, ISO-ES. The other board is sold in those layouts.
Get the
Keychron Q1 Pro
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $150.
- ISO-FR and ISO-ES layout options.
- The vendor describes rotary-knob controls for tasks such as zooming, adjusting volume, and changing brush size.
- The vendor lists up to 300 hours of Bluetooth use with the backlight off.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- Missing ISO-Nordic, ISO-CH. The other board is sold in those layouts.
Choose the Q1 Max if 2.4 GHz wireless or its specified additional acoustic foam layers matter to you. Choose the Q1 Pro if you need ISO-FR or ISO-ES, want the vendor-detailed creative knob controls, or value its stated Bluetooth battery runtime with the backlight off. Both share a 75% aluminum build, hot-swap support, and QMK/VIA customization.
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 Q1 Max
Keychron Q1 Pro
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Bluetooth, Wired, 2.4 GHz
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Weight
1,724 g
1,825 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
Layout standard
ANSI, ISO, ISO-CH, ISO-DE, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, JIS
ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-SW, ISO-UK
ISO and JIS exist so regional layouts fit
Keycaps
PBT
ABS, PBT
- Keychron Q1 Max
- Keychron Q1 Pro
- Performance
- 8182
- Build quality
- 8989
- Productivity
- 9798
- Customizability
- 9898
- Portability
- 8182
- Layout size: 75%
- Hot-swappable
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
- Case material: Aluminum
- Switch options: Clicky, Linear, Tactile
What will you mostly use it for?
The Q1 Max is the clearer gaming pick if you want a dedicated 2.4 GHz wireless connection, and its additional described foam layers give it a distinction for sound-focused customization. The Q1 Pro suits buyers who need ISO-FR or ISO-ES, and its vendor description spells out rotary-knob uses for creative applications. For everyday office and programming use, their matching 75% format, wireless options, and customization support leave little to separate them. Both are heavy boards, and travel preference is not strongly resolved by the listed battery and connectivity features.
Pick the Keychron Q1 Max
- The Q1 Max supports 2.4 GHz wireless with a 1000 Hz polling rate, as well as wired use.
- The Q1 Pro listing describes Bluetooth and wired connections, not a 2.4 GHz mode.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Keychron Q1 Max
21 owner reviews
“As a software analyst who do a lot of coding, emailing and editing this is the one. Why would I build one when there is one ready that is better than what I could build?”
Keychron Q1 Pro
15 owner reviews
“The Q1 Pro is the second keyboard I bought from Keychron. The basic materials are very good and she looks amazing. The only thing that is not perfect is the sound. I think she will be perfect with a simple adaption of foam and lubed switches. But the Q1 is…”
Keychron Q1 Max vs Q1 Pro specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
4 of 27 specs differ
Keychron Q1 Max
Keychron Q1 Pro
Switch options
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 Q1 Max
- 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-CH
In stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron Q1 Pro
- Go to Keychron
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
In stockShips to you
- Go to Keychron (DE)
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-SW
Out of stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron Q1 Max vs Q1 Pro: your questions
The Q1 Max adds 2.4 GHz connectivity, while the Q1 Pro is listed with Bluetooth and wired connections. Keychron also describes additional acoustic foam layers for the Max, and the Pro is offered in ISO-FR and ISO-ES layouts.
Yes. The Q1 Max supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired connectivity, and its 2.4 GHz mode is listed with a 1000 Hz polling rate.
The Q1 Pro product listing names Bluetooth and USB-C wired connectivity, but does not list 2.4 GHz. Choose the Q1 Max if you specifically want a 2.4 GHz connection.
The Q1 Max is the more suitable choice if you want wireless gaming over 2.4 GHz, which is listed at 1000 Hz polling. The Q1 Pro is listed at 1000 Hz wired and 90 Hz wireless, with Bluetooth as its wireless connection.
Yes. Both are 75% keyboards. Their regional layout options differ: the Q1 Max includes ISO-Nordic and ISO-CH, while the Q1 Pro includes ISO-FR and ISO-ES.
The Q1 Pro is offered in ISO-FR and ISO-ES layouts. Those layouts are not listed for the Q1 Max.
The Q1 Max is offered in ISO-Nordic and ISO-CH layouts. Those layouts are not listed for the Q1 Pro.
Yes, both product listings specify hot-swappable switches. Keychron's Q1 Pro description says it supports most 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches.
Both product metadata listings specify QMK and VIA support. Keychron describes QMK and its Launcher web app as tools for remapping keys, macros, and shortcuts.
Keychron describes the Q1 Max with IXPE, PET, and latex acoustic layers, alongside additional case foam and film in its series comparison. The Q1 Pro description lists sound-absorbing foam and bottom-case acoustic foam.
Both have south-facing RGB, and their compatibility notes warn that shine-through legends may stay dark. Some sculpted keycaps may also clip the LEDs.
Keychron lists up to 300 hours over Bluetooth with the backlight off and up to 100 hours with RGB at its lowest brightness. Actual runtime may vary, according to the vendor.
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