The Compact Ergo keyboard, inspired by the Alice layout, features a southpaw numpad, rotary encoder, and minimalistic design. Updates include vendor announcements, color options (Black, Rose, Silver, Gray), pricing at $450, and confirmation of a hotswap PCB. Feedback and suggestions are welcomed via the provided form.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (5)
"Users are excited about the ergonomic layout and the inclusion of a numpad."
"Community members are supportive of the keyboard's design and features."
"The rework of the Alice layout received positive comments."
"Many are eager for the keyboard to enter production."
"Overall appreciation for the aesthetic and functionality of the design."
Negative (2)
"Some comments express concern about the southpaw orientation, as it's considered niche."
"Criticism regarding the pricing compared to other options in the market."
Suggestions (2)
Add a badge option to replace the encoder for aesthetic purposes.
Offer more plate options such as PC and FR4 in addition to aluminum.
Questions (2)
Will the rotary be forced or can it be replaced with a key?
Will other plate options be made available for purchase?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has generated significant engagement with 17 replies, indicating strong interest. Positive feedback overwhelmingly outnumbers negative comments, contributing to a high interest level.
Project Specs
- Name
- Compact Ergo
- Layout Size
- Tenkeyless
- Layout Standard
- ISO
- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
- -
- Mount Style
- Top mount
- Case Colors
- Cherry Blossom Anodized, Cobalt Anodized, Cardinal Anodized, Sparkle Black Coat
- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminum
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- Yes
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- No
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- No
- USB passthrough
- No
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- Yes
- Backlight
- Yes
- Release year
- -
- Switch Options
- -