Keyboards

Monkeypad

A DIY split keyboard kit built around Raspberry Pi Pico, with adjustable tenting and swappable trackball, joystick and encoder modules included.

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monkeypad Monkeypad
Image: © monkeypad (Manufacturer image)
~¥44,000

Where to buy

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Pros

  • Trackball, joystick and encoder modules come in the kit and can be moved to either side
  • Adjustable case allows tenting
  • Sub-board keys can be switched to low-profile switches

Cons

  • Requires soldering and assembly with many parts
  • Switches, keycaps, Picos and trackball are not included
  • No wireless support
  • Currently out of stock

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerOrtholinear
TentingAdjustable
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterYes
Keys52
LayoutsCustom
SwitchesMechanical
Hot-swapNo
FirmwareProprietary
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB
OSwindows, macos, linux
Released—
Sources
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