Keyboards

SlightHeadache Choctopus44

An open-source, low-profile 44-key column-staggered unibody keyboard with Kailh Choc switches, a rotary encoder and optional hotswap, loosely based on the REVIUNG41.

Key specs auto-matched against source pages · Last verified: 2026-10-17

SlightHeadache Choctopus44
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Pros

  • Low-profile Choc switches with optional hotswap sockets
  • Rotary encoder built in
  • Firmware available for QMK, Vial and ZMK
  • Works wireless with a nice!nano and battery

Cons

  • DIY build that requires soldering
  • Author reports flaky Bluetooth with some devices when using nice!nano
  • Some encoders may require filing the switch plate cutout

Specs

SplitUnibody split
StaggerColumnar
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterYes
Keys44
LayoutsCustom
SwitchesLow-profile
Hot-swapYes
FirmwareZMK
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth
OSwindows, macos, linux
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