Vissles V84

Compact size and minimal design ; Build quality is very good ; Hot swappable PCB for keyswitch changes ; Lengthy battery life when wireless

RGB isn’t very bright at maximum ; No function or Windows key lock ; Capslock indicator hard to see depending on RGB lighting mode ; Software worked like an alpha / beta test

The Vissles V84 is an appealing compact 75% layout keyboard. Highlights of the design include its dual-mode Bluetooth & USB-C wired connectivity, its high-quality build with excellent deck rigidity, hot swappable switch PCB design, and up to 180 hours...

Hot-swappable key switches ; Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity ; Ships with Windows- and Mac-specific keycaps ; Magnetic feet provide some ergonomic customizability

Awkward, unintuitive controls ; USB-C cable could be more durable ; Software is currently Windows-only

The Vissles V84 is a tempting compact keyboard with high-quality keycaps, the option to swap out switches on a whim, and reliable performance. It's let down by unintuitive controls and software limitations.

Solid construction, fairly priced ; VS II linear switch is very quiet ; Excellent battery life ; Compact 75% layout with Mac and Windows mappings ; Hot swappable with 5-pin switch support

White PBT caps are pretty plain ; PBT caps limited to more expensive V84 Pro model

Vissles is going after the likes of Keychron and that’s very exciting. Mechanical keyboards can get very expensive, as anyone in the hobby can probably tell you, so it thrills me to see such a strong entry-level option.

Solid, hefty form factor ; Swappable keycaps and switches ; Beautiful RGB lighting effects ; Pairs with up to five devices ; Long-lasting battery

Software is Windows only ; Inconveniently placed power switch