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Compare Varmilo Minilo vs VPE87 Moonlight Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between Varmilo's compact and traditional wireless offerings. The Minilo offers a modern 75% layout with a gasket mount and a small screen, while the VPE87 Moonlight is a tenkeyless (TKL) board with a plate mount and PBT keycaps. The decision hinges on preferred size, typing feel, and specific feature priorities like keycap material and layout ergonomics.

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Varmilo VPE87 Moonlight TKL Hotswap Triple Mode White LED Mechanical Keyboard

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  • Released in 2022
  • Has Silent, Clicky, Tactile, Linear switch options
  • Available in a 75% layout
  • Built with the ANSI, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO layout standard
  • Comes with a knob
  • Includes a Yes display
  • Features N-key rollover
  • Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless, connectivity
  • Equipped with a 3400 mAh battery
  • Weighs about 1510 g
  • Sized at 37 x 326 x 144 mm
  • Made with a Plastic, ABS case
  • Features ABS keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
  • Released in 2024
  • Has Tactile, Linear, Clicky, Silent switch options
  • Available in a 80% layout
  • Built with the ANSI layout standard
  • Includes a No display
  • Provides dedicated media keys
  • Uses a Plate Mount mounting style
  • Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity
  • Made with a Plastic case
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, White RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 63.7
  • Build Quality: 57.4
  • Productivity: 83.3
  • Customizability: 74.3
  • Portability: 81.4
Scores
  • Performance: 55.5
  • Build Quality: 54.8
  • Productivity: 78.4
  • Customizability: 64.3
  • Portability: 74.5
Name
Varmilo Minilo
Name
Varmilo VPE87 Moonlight
Release year
2022
Release year
2024
Switch Options
Silent, Clicky, Tactile, Linear
Switch Options
Tactile, Linear, Clicky, Silent
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
75%
Layout Size
80%
Layout Standard
ANSI, ISO-UK, ISO-DE, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
Knob Support
 
Knob Support
 
Display Support
 
Display Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Mac/Win Support
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
Multi-Media Keys
 
USB-C
 
USB-C
 
USB passthrough
 
USB passthrough
 
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless,
Connection
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
3400 mAh
Battery capacity
-
Hall Effect Support
 
Hall Effect Support
 
QMK Support
 
QMK Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIA Support
 
VIAL Support
 
VIAL Support
 
N-Key Rollover
 
N-Key Rollover
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Rapid Trigger
 
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Plate Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Backlight
 
White
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic, ABS
Case Material
Plastic
Keycaps Material
ABS
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
37 x 326 x 144 mm
Dimensions
-
Weight
1510g
Weight
-
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Pros and Trade-offs

Your choice depends on layout preference and desired typing experience. Opt for the Varmilo Minilo if you want a modern, compact keyboard with a softer gasket-mounted feel, RGB, and a screen. Choose the VPE87 Moonlight if you prefer a traditional TKL layout with proven PBT keycaps and a straightforward plate-mounted construction. Both are capable wireless boards from the same brand.

Varmilo Minilo

  • +Gasket mount design for a softer, cushioned typing feel.
  • +Compact 75% layout saves desk space while keeping arrow keys.
  • +Includes a small screen and per-key RGB backlighting.
  • +Comes with accessories like a dust cover, cue card, and switch puller.
  • +Offers multiple international ISO layout options (UK, DE, FR, Nordic).
  • −Uses ABS double-shot keycaps, which may develop shine over time.
  • −Function keys are not side-printed, requiring reference to a cue card.
  • −Heavier weight (1510g) for its size.

Varmilo VPE87 Moonlight

  • +Uses dye-sublimated PBT keycaps for better durability and texture.
  • +Traditional TKL (80%) layout retains the function row and navigation cluster.
  • +Features a 3-way cord channel for cable management flexibility.
  • +Includes double-layer silicone sound absorption pads.
  • +Linux compatibility is explicitly listed in its vendor specifications.
  • −Uses a standard plate mount instead of a gasket mount.
  • −Only offers white LED backlighting, not RGB.
  • −Only available in ANSI layout, with no ISO options listed.
  • −No screen or physical mode switch mentioned.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The Varmilo Minilo wins for travel and modding due to its smaller size, gasket mount, and included accessories. The VPE87 Moonlight is better suited for programming with its full TKL layout and durable PBT keycaps. For gaming and content creation, the Minilo's space-saving design and RGB give it an edge, while office use is a tie given both are quiet, wireless boards.

GamingVarmilo Minilo
  • •The Minilo's 75% layout saves desk space for larger mouse movements.
  • •It includes a physical mode switch for quickly changing connection types, as noted in its vendor description.
  • •Both offer N-key rollover and similar wireless connectivity.
OfficeTie
  • •Both keyboards offer triple-mode connectivity (wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz) for flexible device switching.
  • •Both list sound dampening features, with the Minilo using a gasket mount and the VPE87 using double-layer silicone absorption.
  • •The VPE87's TKL layout may be more familiar, while the Minilo's compact size saves space.
ProgrammingVarmilo VPE87 Moonlight
  • •The VPE87 Moonlight's TKL (80%) layout retains the function row and navigation cluster, which are often used in IDEs.
  • •It uses dye-sublimated PBT keycaps, which are generally more durable against shine from frequent use.
  • •The Minilo's 75% layout requires using function layers for some keys, which may involve a cue card for reference.
TravelVarmilo Minilo
  • •The Minilo has a smaller 75% footprint (326mm wide) compared to the VPE87's TKL size.
  • •It includes a dust cover in the box, according to its vendor description, offering protection during transport.
  • •Both are wireless, but the Minilo's more compact form is easier to pack.
ModdingVarmilo Minilo
  • •The Minilo uses a gasket mount, which typically offers a softer, more customizable typing feel than the VPE87's plate mount.
  • •It features a hot-swappable PCB and includes both a key puller and switch puller in the box.
  • •The Minilo's vendor description mentions it supports knob support, adding another potential customization avenue.
Content CreationVarmilo Minilo
  • •The Minilo features per-key RGB backlighting, offering more lighting customization than the VPE87's white LED backlight.
  • •Its compact layout frees up valuable desk space for graphics tablets or other peripherals.
  • •The inclusion of a small screen, as listed in its specs, can be useful for displaying system info or custom graphics.

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