Trackballs

Ploopy A+ Trackball

An open-source, 3D-printed ambidextrous trackball from Ploopy with a 1.75-inch ball, eight buttons, two scroll knobs, and QMK/VIA firmware.

Some specs could not be matched to a source · Last verified: 2026-10-17

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Where to buy

View at Ploopy (A+ Fully Assembled, preorder)View at Ploopy (A+ DIY Kit, preorder)Official site

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Pros

  • Eight buttons plus two knobs for vertical and horizontal scrolling
  • Ships with QMK; every button remappable via VIA with settings stored on the device
  • Flick gestures and layers work without host software
  • Switchable left-hand mode; design files, PCB and firmware are open source

Cons

  • Roller bearings make a noticeable scratchy noise when the ball moves
  • Sold on preorder, so ship dates depend on the order tier
  • Wired only, with no wireless option
  • The DIY kit requires soldering to assemble

Specs

HandednessAmbidextrous
Ball size44.45 mm
Ball positionCenter
Buttons8
ScrollWheel
Weight260 g
ConnectivityUSB
OSwindows, macos, linux
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