KBDfans KBD67 Lite

KBDfans · 65% · standard height

65% layout · silhouette, not a product photo

The KBDfans KBD67 Lite is a budget plastic 65% hot-swap kit that became a default first custom for many builders thanks to QMK/VIA and a low entry price.

Best for: enthusiast, budget, typing.

KBDfans KBD67 Lite specs

Layout 65%
Height Standard
Connectivity Wired
Hot-swap Yes
Stock switches n/a
Keycaps n/a
Case plastic
Mount Tray
Backlight RGB
QMK / VIA Yes
Battery n/a
Typical price $90
Sound (stock) flexy plastic tray
Released 2021

Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

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