Lofree Block 98
LofreeReleased 2023
Block 98
63/100
98% ANSIHot-swappableHall-effectQMK / VIAWireless
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Why we rate it
- Class-leading productivity (84/100)
- Hot-swappable switches
- First-class QMK / VIA firmware
- Hall-effect switches with adjustable actuation
- Build quality is the weak point (52/100)
- ABS · Plastic · PBT case rather than metal
Score profile
Six weighted axes · the shape tells the storyWhere the Block 98 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Layout
Layout size98
StandardANSI
ProfileNormal
ErgonomicsNormal
Volume knobYes
OLED / LCD screenYes
Switches & feel
Switch typesLinear
Hot-swappableYes
Mount typeGasket Mount
Screw-in stabilisersYes
Sound dampeningYes
Hall-effect / magneticYes
Rapid triggerYes
Connectivity & firmware
ConnectionWireless + wired
USB-CYes
Battery2000 mAh
N-key rolloverYes
QMKYes
VIAYes
VIALYes
Mac & WindowsYes
Multi-media keysYes
Build
Case materialABS · Plastic · PBT
Keycap materialPBT
BacklightWhite
ColourwaysYes
Dimensions41
Weight1090 g
More specs
Height Mm41 mm
Passthrough UsbYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowBlock 98 vs WLMOUSE HUAN63 HE
Block 98HUAN63 HE
| LofreeBlock 98This page | WLMOUSEHUAN63 HE | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Build quality | 52 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Performance | 55 /100 | 84 /100Better |
| Connection | Wireless + wiredBetter | Wired only |
| Polling rate | — | 8,000 Hz |
| Mount type | Gasket Mount | Gasket Mount |
| Case material | ABS · Plastic · PBTBetter | Magnesium |
| Hot-swappable | Yes | Yes |
| QMK / VIA | Yes | Yes |
