QK80 Mk2 vs Crush 80 Reboot Pro: DIY Kit vs Prebuilt TKL

Compare Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2 vs WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between two premium 80% wireless mechanical keyboards. The choice is difficult because both offer tri-mode connectivity, VIA support, and aluminum cases, but diverge fundamentally in their approach. The QK80 Mk2 is a highly customizable kit with a screen and unique mounting, while the Crush 80 Reboot Pro is a fully assembled unit with a massive battery and split spacebar layout.

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Main differences	Released in 2025 Offers Normal ergonomics Includes a Yes, TFT display Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery Made with a Copper, Aluminum, Steel case Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Released in 2024 Offers Split Spacebar ergonomics Includes a No display Features N-key rollover Includes screw-in stabilizers Uses a Plate Mount mounting style Equipped with a 7500 mAh battery Weighs about 1500 g Sized at 40 x 360 x 130 mm Made with a Aluminum case Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 68.4 Build Quality: 89.3 Productivity: 84 Customizability: 85.6 Portability: 87.1	Scores Performance: 78 Build Quality: 77.1 Productivity: 91.1 Customizability: 79.2 Portability: 87.3
Name	Name Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2	Name WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 80%	Layout Size 80%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Split Spacebar
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support TFT	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, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate -
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 8000 mAh	Battery capacity 7500 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 Gasket Mount	Mount Style Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb, South-face, North-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Copper, Aluminum, Steel	Case Material Aluminum
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 40 x 360 x 130 mm
Weight	Weight -	Weight 1500g

WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro Aluminum Hotswap Wireless RGB Keyboard

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Released in 2025
Offers Normal ergonomics
Includes a Yes, TFT display
Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
Equipped with a 8000 mAh battery
Made with a Copper, Aluminum, Steel case
Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting

Released in 2024
Offers Split Spacebar ergonomics
Includes a No display
Features N-key rollover
Includes screw-in stabilizers
Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
Equipped with a 7500 mAh battery
Weighs about 1500 g
Sized at 40 x 360 x 130 mm
Made with a Aluminum case
Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face, North-face, Rgb North-face RGB lighting

Scores

Performance: 68.4
Build Quality: 89.3
Productivity: 84
Customizability: 85.6
Portability: 87.1

Scores

Performance: 78
Build Quality: 77.1
Productivity: 91.1
Customizability: 79.2
Portability: 87.3

Name

Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2

Name

WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

Release year

2025

Release year

2024

Switch Options

Profile

Normal Profile

Profile

Normal Profile

Hot Swappable

Layout Size

80%

Layout Size

80%

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Standard

ANSI

Layout Ergonomics

Normal

Layout Ergonomics

Split Spacebar

Knob Support

Display Support

TFT

Display Support

Mac/Win Support

Multi-Media Keys

USB-C

USB passthrough

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Connection

Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless

Polling Rate

Battery capacity

8000 mAh

Battery capacity

7500 mAh

Hall Effect Support

QMK Support

VIA Support

VIAL Support

N-Key Rollover

Rapid Trigger

Mount Style

Gasket Mount

Mount Style

Plate Mount

Screw in Stabilizers

Sound Dampening

Backlight

Rgb

Backlight

Rgb, South-face, North-face

Case Colors

Case Material

Copper, Aluminum, Steel

Case Material

Aluminum

Keycaps Material

PBT

Keycaps Material

PBT

Dimensions

40 x 360 x 130 mm

Weight

1500g

Pros and Trade-offs

Your decision hinges on whether you value a project or a product. Choose the Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2 if you enjoy the building process, want to fine-tune every aspect of sound and feel, and value the novelty of a programmable screen. Opt for the WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro if you want a premium, ready-to-type experience out of the box, need exceptional battery life, and appreciate practical travel features like a carrying case and dongle storage.

Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2

+Offers a TFT LCD screen with customizable themes and system info display.
+Highly customizable DIY kit with multiple plate and PCB options (FR4, Aluminum, POM, PC, Carbon Fiber).
+Uses a leaf-spring gasket mount for a bouncy typing feel and acoustic tuning.
+Includes a comprehensive acoustic foam package (PET sheet, IXPE sheet, PCB foam, case foam).
+Features a ball-catch disassembly mechanism for easy access.

−Sold as a kit, requiring the user to source and install switches and keycaps.
−Smaller 4400mAh battery capacity compared to the competition.
−Has a long estimated production and ship time of 12 weeks.

WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

+Comes fully prebuilt with dye-sub double-shot PBT keycaps and Kailh Cocoa switches.
+Large 7500mAh battery for extended wireless usage.
+Includes a custom carrying case and has dedicated magnetic receiver storage.
+PCB supports split spacebar, ISO, and stepped CapsLock layouts for ergonomics.
+Features a tool-less, ball-catch quick release design for easy disassembly.

−Uses a plate mount design, which typically offers less flex than gasket mounts.
−Lacks a screen, which some competing keyboards offer for system information.
−No reviews are available in the provided metadata for performance verification.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro is the stronger choice for office work, travel, and out-of-the-box gaming due to its prebuilt nature, massive battery, and included travel case. The Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2 is the definitive pick for modding enthusiasts and has unique advantages for content creators thanks to its customizable screen. For programming, both are capable, with the decision leaning on preference for layout flexibility versus visual feedback.

GamingWOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

•The Crush 80 Reboot Pro is listed as having N-Key Rollover for simultaneous key presses.
•Its plate mount design may offer a more consistent, less flexible typing feel preferred by some gamers.
•It is a prebuilt unit, ensuring consistent switch performance out of the box.

OfficeWOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

•The Crush 80 Reboot Pro has a significantly larger 7500mAh battery for extended wireless use.
•It is a prebuilt keyboard with dye-sub PBT keycaps, requiring no assembly for immediate use.
•Its listing explicitly states Mac and Windows compatibility.

ProgrammingTie

•Both keyboards support VIA for extensive key remapping and macros.
•Both are 80% (TKL) layouts, preserving the function row and navigation cluster.
•The Crush 80 supports split spacebar and ISO layouts for ergonomic customization, while the QK80 offers a screen for displaying system info or code.

TravelWOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

•The Crush 80 Reboot Pro includes a custom carrying case according to its vendor description.
•Its dedicated magnetic receiver storage on the backplate prevents dongle loss.
•The larger 7500mAh battery reduces charging frequency on the go.

ModdingQwertykeys QK80 Mk2

•The QK80 Mk2 is sold as a DIY kit, designed for user assembly and customization.
•It offers multiple plate material options (FR4, Aluminum, POM, PC, Carbon Fiber) and PCB choices.
•It uses a leaf-spring gasket mount, which is often preferred for a bouncy, acoustically tuned typing feel.

Content CreationQwertykeys QK80 Mk2

•The QK80 Mk2 features a TFT LCD screen that can display time, date, and connectivity status, useful for timing workflows.
•Its vendor description mentions built-in themes and even a Flappy Bird game, suggesting customizable screen content.
•The kit includes a comprehensive foam set (PET, IXPE, PCB foam) for users to fine-tune acoustics for recording.

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Compare Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2 vs WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro Differences Side by Side

Pros and Trade-offs

Qwertykeys QK80 Mk2

WOBKEY Crush 80 Reboot Pro

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which keyboard has better battery life, the QK80 Mk2 or Crush 80 Reboot Pro?

Does the QK80 Mk2 come with keycaps and switches?

Can I reprogram the keys on both keyboards?

What is the main difference in typing feel between these keyboards?

Which keyboard is more portable for travel?

What kind of screen does the QK80 Mk2 have?

Are the stabilizers included with these keyboards?

Which keyboard has more sound dampening material?

Can I use a split spacebar layout with either keyboard?

How do I disassemble the Crush 80 Reboot Pro for cleaning?

What is the warranty or return policy for these keyboards?

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