The 10 Best Keyboard Barebones Kits 2023 – Complete Review & Buying Guide

Features :

• Fully Modular Keyboard: As the first Hot Swap RGB gaming keyboard, GMMK features hot swap switch sockets so you can plug in and out switches as your DIY preference. No need to solder for hours. Featuring per key 16.8 million RGB, fully customizable with our GMMK Software, and major RGB patterns can be set from the keyboard hotkeys directly without software.
• Compatible Mechanical Switches: GMMK is compatible with a wide range of 3-pin plate mounted Mechanical switches. You can use linear, clicky or tactile switch to make a quiet office setup as well as your setup. The barebones keyboard is compatible with backlit RGB SMD LED compatible switches like most Cherry, Gateron and Kailh Switches so transparent keycaps legends become extra bright full of RGB and easy to read. You can swap any 3 pin Mechanical clicky, linear, or tactile switches with GMMK.
• OEM Layout: A standard ANSI layout with standard sized bottom row makes GMMK widely compatible with 3rd party standard keycaps available in the current marketplace – with brands like Keychron, Akko, RK Royal Kludge, Epomaker, etc and with a wide range of colors like white, black or pink keycaps make the RGB keyboard pop out. The full aluminum metal top plate and ABS plastic bottom plate make the build perfect for fine sound tuning – be it clacky or thocky.
• Superior Ergonomics and Compatibility: With the in built stand, angle of the keyboard can be changed to match a more ergonomic typing experience. This keyboard kit is compatible with OEM sculpted keycaps so your fingers and hand joints can preserve the jelly like substance and do not become stiff over time. GMK Keyboard is compatible with a wide range of operating systems like Windows, Mac and keyboard supported consoles (PS4 PS5 XBOX).
• Warranty: GMMK has a free and included 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty. That being said, within 30 days of delivery you can reach out to Amazon for their 30 day return policy. If you are outside this time, you can reach out to us.

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• RGB BACKLIGHT: Armed with 16.8 million RGB colors, this keyboard offers 18 RGB lighting modes & illumination effects and 4 adjustable settings for speed and brightness – set your desk ablaze with the widest array of RGB features.
• Fully Modular: Redragon BBK552 is a premium 80% 87 keys TKL wired RGB mechanical keyboard. It is a free-mod plate mounted PCB, fully-modular (hot-swappable) gaming barebone keyboard built for enthusiasts, gamers, and professionals. The steel plate and sounds dampening foams offers solid typing experience and impressive sound tuning.
• Fully Customizable: Assembling the hot-swappable BBK552 is very easy. Thanks to 5-pin modular PCB, this Barebone Keyboard is compatible with most 3-pin and 5-pin hot swap mechanical switches. The standard ANSI 87 keys layout is widely compatible with 3rd party mechanical keycaps and even sculpted keycaps in the current marketplace. (Switches and Keycaps are additional available)
• Ergonomic Design and Wide Compatibility: With its ergonomic design & adjustable height, this keyboard can be optimized for a more enjoyable typing experience. Supports Windows XP/ Vista/ Win7/ Win8/ Win10/ Win11/ Mac OS x 10.15.
• Package includes: 1x Redragon BBK552 Barebone Keyboard, 1x Detachable USB Cable (Type A to Type C), 1x Keycap Puller Tool, 1x Switch Puller Tool, 1x User Manual. Warranty: 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty.

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• 【QMK/VIA Programmable】Being QMK/VIA programmable literally means more possibilities if you are not used to current set up. This newly launched version is designed based on previous IK75 V3. This custom made barebone kit is designed by and for coders, programmers and developers and anyone who loves to change things up. QMK and VIA Programmable Macro keymapping allow you to configure it to your own personal requirements
• 【Gasket-Mounted 75% DIY Keyboard Kit】Gasket mounting is a type of keyboard mounting, where no screw holes are drilled into the switch plate. Compared to a top mount system, a gasket-mounted keyboard has a cleaner sound profile because the gaskets cushion the shock of each keypress. Gasket-mounted keyboards also give a softer typing experience, which helps avoid hand fatigue for those who type for long periods. FEKER IK75 V3 kit features favorable Gasket structure in a functional 75% layout to bring you ultra experience that nothing else can compare
• 【Hot Swappable PCB&Lubed Stabilizer】FEKER IK75 kit adopts a hot swappable PCB that can work with most 3pin/5pin switches, such as Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, AKKO, Otemu…Hot swappable PCB means that you don’t need to solder the switch and it makes it easier for those who love different types of typing experience. Moreover, the Stabilizer are pre-lubed in factory so you don’t need to spend time lubing it. Get it and customize it right away
• 【NKRO&16.8M RGB Backlights】Feker IK75 V3 kit is a premium gaming mechanical keyboard kit, with features normally reserved for products selling at much higher prices. Featuring 16.8M RGB backlighting and various light effects, NKRO, 100% Anti-ghosting, this feature-packed keyboard has no drawbacks
• 【EVA Foam Dampeners&Two Different Plates】To achieve ultimate performance, FEKER IK75 V3 features three different layers of EVA foams to absorb sound while typing and also reduce shallow sound of bottom case. A normal steel plate and a PC plate are included in the kit for further customization

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• Pls pay attention: To avoid damaging PCB hot swapping sockets, pls make sure your switches’ pin is vertical , and you’d better not using used key switches with soldering tin.
• Pls pay attention: X75 Gasket Barebone Kit only, doesn’t include keycaps or Switch.
• X75 Gasket HS Kit is hot swappable switches edition. HS means Hot Swapping.

Features :

• 【Ergonomic Design & Alice Layout】The Alice layout is an ergonomic keyboard design. With Alice layout, the Feker Alice 80 is split into left and right halves for balance, helps to place the hands and fingers naturally without pressure. The relaxed ergonomic angle achieves a more relaxed typing experience, reducing wrist fatigue and forearm muscles strain.
• 【Gasket Mount & Sound Absorption Foams】 To reach a top typing experience, Feker Alice 80 takes gasket mount structure, presenting a soft and even typing feeling. As to give a better Gasket typing experience, in addition to the silicone gaskets on the plates, Feker Alice 80 also enhances the sound and typing by placing two pieces of sound dampening silicon switch pads, silicone PCB foam, and bottom cotton foam. These layers can greatly enhance keystrokes.
• 【Hot-swappable Keyboard & South-facing RGB Backlight & Gateron Pro 2.0 Switches】The Alice 80 is a hot-swappable mechanical keyboard. It holds 68 keys and 1 aluminum knob. The keyboard features south-facing RGB backlights. It has 21 light effects and music rhythm modes. The keyboard takes lubed plate-mounted stabilizers and pre-lubed Gateron Pro 2.0 switches. The keyboard is fully hot-swappable with 3-pin or 5-pin mechanical switches. You can swap your switches with no soldering.
• 【Tri-Mode Connectivity Wireless & Wired Keyboard 】The Alice 80 has Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4 GHz, and USB Type- C connections. Compatible with Laptop, iPad, IOS, Windows, Mac or Android. No fussy connection process, the wireless connection is quick and stable. Equipped with an 8000 mAh battery, the keyboard battery is long-life that can support you to work/gaming for long time without charging issue.
• 【Dye-Sub PBT Keycaps & Macro recording &Customized RGB effects】The Alice 80 keyboard takes PBT Dye Sub keycaps in Cherry profile. The keycap is more durable, anti-fade, oil-resistant. The keyboard has fully programmable RGB LEDs. With the custom software, you can customize the RGB effects and macro settings. The metal knob’s default function is to adjust the volume. A 1.8m hand-braided type-C cable with golden plated connectors and 2.4 gHz wireless receiver is included.

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• BUILD YOUR OWN 60% KEYBOARD: The TKO Barebones kit is the perfect blank slate to build your ultimate eSports keyboard. Just add your own 3 or 5-pin mechanical switches and keycaps (sold separately) for a signature look with incredible performance.
• PROGRAMMABLE 60% LAYOUT: Ultra-compact aluminum keyboard with standard 60% layout and modular triple-space bar. Maximum portability and closer mouse placement.
• DUAL-ZONE RGB LIGHTING: Customize the per-key RGB lighting with 12 customizable modes and edge lighting with underglow.
• UNMATCHED ERGONOMICS: Zero-degree slope with pop-up feet for front and back tilting. Optional Left and Right tenting for high-performance gaming. Customize triple-space bar 2 extra thumb activation actions for gaming, typing or coding.
• SWITCHES AND KEYCAPS SOLD SEPARATELY: No tools are necessary but installation is required.

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• Package Included:Plastic Case + Feet + Stabilizers + GK64x Hotswap Type C PCB + Plate + Cable + Removal Tool + Space Module
• Pls note:GK64x is wired kit.The PCB is fully programmable with GK software,the Fn key is the last key at the bottom and can’t change place.If some keys not working after plugging,please check whether your switch pin is bent or not.Make sure plug in 90 degree above plate
• This kit support 6.25u space and split double space.This plate is screwed to case directly.So if you want to replace normal GH60 case,you need to replace a non -replacable GH60 size plate is ok.
• PCB has RGB presoldered,it’s under per switch.This kit need to use Cherry MX switches and clones,optical switches is not supported
• There is no switches in the kit,you can order Cherry Gateron Kailh SMD Box switches etc yourself.Just put in switches in PCB is ok,no need soldering again.3 pin 5 pin both are ok
• If you want to pull PCB off the case,please remove the plate off totally at first and then pull the PCB out.Or it may break the PCB USB port.

Features :

• [WIRELESS CAPACITY]  Bluetooth & 2.4G modes to lessen the cable in your desk.BT 5.0 chipset ensures fast & stable connectivity and low latency. 3 BT devices can be paired. 2.4G WIRELESS PROGRAMMABILITY is available in the NJ80-AP version.
• [CUSTOMIZABILITY]  Hot swappable PCB allows easy building by simply swapping the switches and replacing the keycaps to make unique typing feels that you want it to feel like. Beginners friendly as it is not necessary to do too much by yourself at first.
• [PROGRAMMABILITY]  Defining your desirable typing preference by remapping keys in first& FN layer; fully programming the knob;adding key combinations; setup & record key Macros; adjusting or customizing the south-facing per-key RGB with 16 million color.
• [GOOD COMPATBILITY] NJ80 keyboard is Compatible with windows,IOS, MAC OS,Android and Linux. Extra 2 Option & Command keys are included for MAC layout.

Features :

• Free DIY: This mechanical keyboard kit adopts switch hot swap switch bed that allows you to DIY your favorite switch and keycaps.
• Switch Hot Swap: This custom gaming keyboard features switch hot swap, integrating with two layer thickened printed circuit board panel, long service life.
• 65% Layout: This custom mechanical keyboard adopts 65 percent layout, and it does not support cable connection via USB, so the keyboard itself does not include a USB port.
• High Hardness: This modular mechanical keyboard adopts ABS shell that ensures high hardness, metal positioning plate, interlayer sound insulation silicone, bottom silencer cotton.
• Widely Compatible: The 2.4G mode is suitable for Win XP, for Vista, for Win 7, for Win 8, for Win 10, for OS X. The BT mode is suitable for Win 8, for Win 10(Not Compatible with Win 7 or lower system)

Features :

• [GK68 compact layout keyboard] The compact layout makes your desktop tidy and orderly. There is no need for a numeric keyboard, and there is more space to move the mouse.
• [RGB cool luminous keyboard] RGB keyboard contains 6 backlight effects and 8 backlight color switching. Even if the player is in the absence of light, playing games at night is a great experience. You can also adjust the backlight brightness and breathing rate according to your preferences.
• [Easy to carry] The keyboard will not be damaged by spilled drinks or coffee. It is a portable membrane button, suitable for business travel, games, office and home environment, plug and play, responsive.
• [Simple operation] No operation is required, the backlight is turned off, any key is woken up, and the backlight is turned on. Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows VISTA, Mac OS, etc.
• [Note] Switch and keycaps are not included