Qwertykeys Neo65 Core Plus vs KEEBD Sofle V1Split Ortho vs 65% Wireless

No, the KEEBD Sofle V1 kit description does not mention any wireless capability, battery, or Bluetooth module. It is designed as a wired-only keyboard, requiring a TRS cable to connect the two halves and USB cables to connect to a computer.

According to the vendor, the Neo65 Core Plus kit is comprehensive. It includes the aluminum case, brass or copper weight, a choice of PCB (tri-mode, wired hotswap, or solder), a plate, a foam kit, gaskets, an O-ring, stabilizers, a screwdriver, pullers, a USB-C cable, and rubber feet.

Yes, the Sofle V1 requires significant soldering. The kit includes SMD diodes and hotswap sockets that need to be soldered to the PCB. Most critically, you must source and solder your own Pro Micro controllers, which are not included in the kit.

Yes, the product listing for the Neo65 Core Plus explicitly includes Mac support among its features, indicating compatibility with macOS systems.

The Qwertykeys Neo65 Core Plus has a typing angle of 7 degrees, as listed in its specifications and vendor description.

Yes, the KEEBD product description for the Sofle V1 lists encoders and encoder knobs as optional items, indicating the PCB has support for them, but they are not included in the base kit.

Yes, the Neo65 Core Plus is available with a hot-swappable PCB option. The vendor offers a tri-mode wireless hotswap PCB or a wired-only hotswap PCB, allowing you to change switches without soldering.

The Neo65 Core Plus kit offers a choice of plate materials: Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, and PP (plastic). The vendor notes these plates vary in typing feel and sound profile.

You will need a set of MX-compatible keycaps. Due to its ortholinear (grid) and split layout, a standard keycap set may not have enough 1u keys, so an ortholinear-specific kit or a base kit with ample mods is recommended.

The Neo65 Core Plus has a 4400mAh battery (2x2200mAh). The vendor does not provide an estimated battery life, as it depends on usage patterns, wireless mode, and backlighting (which this model lacks).

The Neo65 Core Plus PCB is listed as VIA compatible, allowing for easy graphical key remapping. For the Sofle V1, reprogramming would be done by flashing new firmware onto the Pro Micro controllers, which is a more technical process.

The Neo65 Core Plus is substantially heavier. It weighs 1.34kg (1340g) with the brass weight, due to its aluminum case and metal weight. The Sofle V1's weight is not specified, but its acrylic and PCB construction will be much lighter.