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NocFree Lite Wireless Split Mechanical Keyboard

(4/5)
Review by Joshua Morris on
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Review

I finally replaced my aging Kinesis with the NocFree Lite and the difference is immediate. The 2.7 GHz link keeps both halves perfectly in sync even when I stretch them shoulder width apart, and the integrated tenting plus walnut rests melted away the forearm tightness I get on flat boards. Out of the box the factory lubed linear switches feel crisp, but the Kailh hot-swap sockets make it trivial to drop in tactiles when I want more feedback. Programming layers in Vial works exactly the way I like—no drivers, no vendor cloud, just tweak the layout in a browser and flash over USB-C. The board is surprisingly portable for a split: 11.84 x 4.42 inches, roughly 550 g, and that 3,600 mAh battery has lasted me six weeks of daily coding before I even thought about charging. I do wish NocFree added Bluetooth for travel and the $229 price tag stings when competitors undercut it, yet the combination of ergonomics, wireless reliability, and easy customization has earned the Lite a permanent spot on my desk.

✓ Pros

  • 2.7 GHz wireless stays perfectly synced even with halves spread wide
  • Integrated tenting and walnut palm rests relieve shoulder and wrist strain
  • Hot-swappable MX sockets invite endless switch experimentation
  • Vial/QMK-compatible programming needs no drivers or proprietary software
  • 3600 mAh battery delivers multi-week runtimes between USB-C charges
  • Compact 11.84 x 4.42 in footprint packs neatly in a messenger bag
  • Optional per-key RGB looks clean and diffused when I need visual zones

✗ Cons

  • No Bluetooth fallback for travel days
  • Premium $229 price lands above other split kits
  • Learning curve for layer programming if you are new to Vial/QMK

Specifications

Release Date2024-10-15
Wireless2.7 GHz RF via USB-C dongle (wired USB-C fallback)
Battery3600 mAh rechargeable (3-9 months typical use)
SwitchesHot-swappable MX-compatible (factory linear, tactile, silent kits)
LayoutSplit 60% with integrated tenting and walnut palm rest
ProgrammingVial/QMK compatible, browser-based remapping
Dimensions11.84 x 4.42 in footprint, ~550 g combined
KeycapsDouble-shot PBT keycaps
LightingPer-key RGB available on bundle configurations