Keychron Q1 Ultra vs Womier SK75 TMR
Two of the best keyboard options we've reviewed, compared on price, rating, and what each one gets right and wrong.
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Quick Verdict
The Keychron Q1 Ultra is the stronger pick overall with a 4.8/5 rating. The Womier SK75 TMR costs about $70 less (31% cheaper), so it makes sense if budget is the deciding factor. Pay the extra for the Keychron Q1 Ultra if you want 8,000 hz polling rate for lowest input latency.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Keychron Q1 Ultra | Womier SK75 TMR | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229 | $159 |
| Our rating | 4.8/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Brand | Keychron | Womier |
| Category | keyboard | keyboard |
| Best for | 8,000 Hz polling rate for lowest input latency | Aluminum case, top mount, FR4 plate, and about 2 kg of mass at a mid-range price |
| Biggest drawback | Heavy at around 1.8 kg, not portable | Downloadable driver (Windows and macOS) is less polished than Wootility or Keychron Launcher |
Keychron Q1 Ultra
The Keychron Q1 Ultra is a tri-mode wireless aluminum mechanical keyboard with 8,000 Hz polling and ZMK firmware. The most capable 75% mechanical keyboard for daily use.
Pros
- + 8,000 Hz polling rate for lowest input latency
- + 660-hour battery life without backlighting
- + ZMK firmware enables full open-source customization
- + 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and USB-C tri-mode wireless
- + Gasket-mount aluminum frame with premium typing feel
- + Hot-swap PCB accepts any MX-compatible switch
Cons
- - Heavy at around 1.8 kg, not portable
- - ZMK setup requires some technical familiarity
- - Higher price than Q1 Pro
Womier SK75 TMR
The Womier SK75 TMR is a $159 (often $128) aluminum 75% wireless magnetic keyboard with TMR Void switches, rapid trigger, 8,000Hz polling, an 8,000 mAh battery, and a hybrid hot-swap PCB that also takes mechanical switches.
Pros
- + Aluminum case, top mount, FR4 plate, and about 2 kg of mass at a mid-range price
- + Rapid trigger with 0.1 to 3.5 mm adjustable actuation in 0.01 mm steps and zero deadzone
- + 8,000Hz polling listed for both USB-C and 2.4GHz wireless
- + Hybrid hot-swap PCB accepts magnetic and standard mechanical switches
- + 8,000 mAh battery and Cherry-profile double-shot PBT keycaps
- + $159 list, regularly $128 on sale at Womier, under the Keychron Q1 HE
Cons
- - Downloadable driver (Windows and macOS) is less polished than Wootility or Keychron Launcher
- - Battery runtime hours and Bluetooth polling rate are not published
- - Smaller brand with a shorter firmware and support track record
- - Wireless 8,000Hz figure is a manufacturer claim with little independent verification
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Keychron Q1 Ultra worth $70 more than the Womier SK75 TMR?
- Usually yes if you'll use it daily. The Keychron Q1 Ultra rates 4.8/5 against 4.6/5 for the Womier SK75 TMR. Its main advantages: 8,000 hz polling rate for lowest input latency; 660-hour battery life without backlighting.
- Which is better for most people, the Keychron Q1 Ultra or the Womier SK75 TMR?
- The Keychron Q1 Ultra is our pick for most buyers (4.8/5). Choose the Womier SK75 TMR if its price or its specific strengths (aluminum case, top mount, fr4 plate, and about 2 kg of mass at a mid-range price) matter more to you.
- What are the main downsides of each?
- Keychron Q1 Ultra: Heavy at around 1.8 kg, not portable. Womier SK75 TMR: Downloadable driver (Windows and macOS) is less polished than Wootility or Keychron Launcher.