What is the Geonworks Frog Leggera?

It is a TKL barebones keyboard kit built around an aluminium case and an aluminium HE plate. The kit provides the main case and plate components for a custom build rather than a complete, ready-to-type keyboard.

What comes in the Frog Leggera kit?

The listed contents are the aluminium case, aluminium HE plate, screws, 80A tadpoles, and a carrying case. A PCB, switches, keycaps, and other build components are not listed as included.

Do I need to buy anything else to use it?

Yes. Since this is a barebones kit and a PCB is not among the listed contents, you will need a compatible PCB and the other parts required for your chosen build, such as switches and keycaps. Check component compatibility before assembling.

What does the aluminium HE plate mean for the build?

The kit includes an aluminium plate intended for an HE build. Because the plate alone does not establish which PCB or switches will fit, confirm that your chosen Hall effect components are compatible with the Frog Leggera before purchasing or assembling them.

Can I use other Frog plates with this case?

The Frog Leggera is specified as compatible with Frog WK plates. If you are considering a plate from another Frog version or layout, verify that it is a WK plate and matches your intended configuration.

Is the Frog Leggera compatible with a Flu daughterboard?

Yes. Flu daughterboard compatibility is specified for the Frog Leggera. Make sure the PCB and daughterboard arrangement in your build also supports that connection.

What are the 80A tadpoles for?

The kit includes 80A tadpoles as part of its assembly hardware. They are used in the board’s mounting arrangement; follow the build instructions for their placement and avoid substituting other mounting parts without checking fit.

Is the carrying case part of the kit?

Yes, a carrying case is listed among the included items. It gives you a way to store or transport the assembled keyboard, though the kit contents should be checked separately for any accessories you may want for your build.

Geonworks Frog Leggera Starting at $164.99

Name: Geonworks Frog Leggera
Brand: Geonworks
SKU: frog-tkl-leggera

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Model	Geonworks Frog Leggera	REDMAGIC Nubia K100J	Keychron V3 Max
		67	93
Rating	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	0.0 stars (0 reviews)	3.3 stars (8 reviews)
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Main differences	Released in 2026 Available in a 87% layout Uses a Top Mount mounting style Weighs about 930 g Made with a Aluminum case Offers No RGB lighting	Released in 2023 Has Linear switch options Available in a 96% layout Enables rapid trigger functionality Made with a Plastic, Metal case Features PBT keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Released in 2024 Has Linear, Tactile, Clicky switch options Available in a 80% layout Built with the ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI layout standard Includes a No display Compatible with both Mac and Windows Supports QMK firmware Supports VIA configuration Features N-key rollover Includes screw-in stabilizers Weighs about 895 g Sized at 24 x 149 x 368 mm Made with a ABS, Plastic case Features PBT, ABS keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 42.9 Build Quality: 63.2 Productivity: 42.3 Customizability: 42.3 Portability: 40.1	Scores Performance: 63.2 Build Quality: 57 Productivity: 68.6 Customizability: 74 Portability: 51.7	Scores Performance: 81.9 Build Quality: 85.6 Productivity: 97.5 Customizability: 98.4 Portability: 76.5
Name	Name Geonworks Frog Leggera	Name REDMAGIC Nubia K100J	Name Keychron V3 Max
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2023	Release year 2024
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options Linear	Switch Options Linear, Tactile, Clicky
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 87%	Layout Size 96%	Layout Size 80%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ISO-DE, ISO-ES, ISO-FR, ISO-Nordic, ISO-SW, ISO-UK, ISO, ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support LED	Display Support LED	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 1000 Hz	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity 4000 mAh	Battery capacity 4000 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Top Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Aluminum	Case Material Plastic, Metal	Case Material ABS, Plastic
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material -	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT, ABS
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions -	Dimensions 24 x 149 x 368 mm
Weight	Weight 930g	Weight -	Weight 895g

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Product Description

Geonworks Frog Leggera is a barebones TKL kit for keyboard hobbyists who want to assemble a board and choose their own switches and keycaps. It suits builders who value case and plate options, but is less suitable if you want a complete, ready-to-use keyboard.

What you get

The kit includes an aluminium case, an HE plate, screws and 80A tadpoles. The listed parts provide the housing and mounting hardware for a custom build. Switches, keycaps and a PCB are not listed, so check what else your build requires before choosing it.

Build and compatibility

The case uses aluminium, giving the build a metal housing. Tadpoles are small mounting pieces that affect how the assembly is supported, but the available details do not establish the resulting flex or typing feel. The kit supports all Frog WK plates and is compatible with a Flu daughterboard, giving builders options when selecting compatible parts.

Trade-offs

You can choose compatible components rather than use a fixed, complete configuration.
Assembly and sourcing additional parts are required, so this is not a plug-and-play choice.
Sound, typing feel, connectivity, firmware support and operating-system compatibility are unknown from the available information.
The vendor notes that small marks or discolouration on concealed parts are not grounds for exchange after assembly. A carrying bag logo is also misspelled, which the vendor says is not grounds for exchange.

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