Feker keycaps

Feker keyboards ship with MDA profile dye-sublimated PBT keycaps as their standard offering across most models, including the Alice75 and IK75 series. MDA sits at approximately 11mm height with gentle sculpting and spherical tops, positioning it between flat uniform profiles and aggressively sculpted options like SA. The keycaps feature 5-sided dye-sublimation printing, which extends legends onto the keycap sides for enhanced durability and visual consistency compared to traditional top-print-only methods. PBT material provides resistance to shine and wear, with a textured surface that enhances grip during extended typing sessions.

The brand's signature Alice-layout keyboards (Alice60, Alice75, Alice80, Alice98) all use MDA profile keycaps specifically configured for the split layout's unique requirements—including the necessary split spacebars (typically 2.25u + 2.75u), duplicate B keys, and 1.75u right shift. Feker's premium Alice60 Rosewood model takes a distinctive approach with CNC-machined rosewood keycaps that match the chassis material, creating a unified aesthetic unmatched in the mainstream mechanical keyboard market.

The Feker IK75 series and standard K75 models ship with OEM profile PBT keycaps in some variants, offering a taller, more traditional typing experience compared to MDA. These use doubleshot PBT construction on certain configurations, providing crisp, wear-resistant legends. The K75 specifically features OEM-height keycaps with shine-through capability for RGB backlight compatibility, though some users note the stock keycaps on backlit models aren't fully optimized for light transmission.

All Feker keyboards use standard Cherry MX stems, making them compatible with the vast aftermarket keycap ecosystem. The hot-swappable PCBs support both 3-pin and 5-pin switches without modification. Stabilizers are plate-mounted on most models, simplifying disassembly for potential upgrades. The brand's south-facing LED implementation on Alice-series keyboards eliminates Cherry-profile keycap interference, a thoughtful design choice that maximizes keycap compatibility.

Feker does not currently sell replacement keycap sets separately through official channels, though their partnership with Epomaker means compatible aftermarket sets are readily available through the same distribution network. The standard ANSI layout across all Feker models (no ISO options confirmed) simplifies keycap sourcing for customers in North America and Asia, though European users requiring ISO layouts will need to source third-party sets.

Feker emerged in the early 2020s during the explosive growth period of the custom mechanical keyboard market, when enthusiast-grade features began trickling down to more accessible price points. The brand established itself within the Epomaker distribution ecosystem, benefiting from Epomaker's established global logistics network and market presence. While specific founding details remain limited in public documentation, Feker distinguished itself early by focusing on ergonomic Alice-layout keyboards at a time when split ergonomic designs were largely confined to expensive custom group buys or DIY kit territory.

The brand's breakout success came with the IK75 series, launched around 2021-2022, which brought gasket-mount construction, QMK/VIA programmability, and wireless connectivity to the 75% segment at prices significantly below competitors like the GMMK Pro. The IK75 went through multiple iterations (V3, V5) incorporating community feedback and improving build quality with each revision. This iterative development approach—rapidly releasing improved versions rather than treating each model as a multi-year investment—became a Feker hallmark.

Feker's defining product line is the Alice series, which democratized the split ergonomic layout that had previously required either expensive custom builds or deep DIY knowledge. The Alice75 (launched circa 2022) combined the ergonomic Alice split with an added function row and aluminum construction, delivering premium typing ergonomics at approximately $100-150—roughly half the cost of competing Alice boards. The Alice98 expanded this concept by adding a numpad while maintaining the split layout, creating one of the few commercially available Alice boards that retained full numeric input capability.

The Alice60 Rosewood represents Feker's most ambitious design statement: a fully CNC-machined wooden keyboard with rosewood chassis and keycaps, magnetic detachment allowing complete separation of the two halves, and a matching 17-key wooden numpad. This model pushed beyond utilitarian ergonomics into aesthetic craftsmanship, targeting keyboard enthusiasts who value natural materials and distinctive design. Priced around $500, the Alice60 Rosewood positioned Feker as more than a budget alternative—it demonstrated design ambition and manufacturing capability.

Throughout 2023-2024, Feker expanded into variants: the Alice80 added TKL-equivalent key count to the split layout, the K75 series introduced TFT display screens and rotary encoders, and the Galaxy100 brought full-size 1800-compact layout with premium aluminum construction. The brand consistently emphasizes hot-swappable PCBs, gasket-mount structures, multi-mode wireless connectivity (Bluetooth 5.0 + 2.4GHz + USB-C), and QMK/VIA support—features that were premium differentiators in 2020 but became Feker's baseline standard by 2024.

The brand's distribution through Epomaker provides crucial market access, particularly in North America and Europe, where direct-from-China keyboard purchases can face shipping delays and support challenges. This partnership positioned Feker products on platforms like Amazon with Prime shipping, dramatically lowering the barrier to entry for mainstream consumers curious about custom mechanical keyboards. Community reception has been generally positive, with reviewers praising build quality and feature sets while noting that stock keycaps and switches sometimes require upgrades to achieve peak performance—a common characteristic of boards in the under-$150 segment.

As of 2025, Feker occupies a strategic market position: above ultra-budget Chinese brands in build quality and feature completeness, but below boutique custom keyboard manufacturers in pricing and exclusivity. The brand's focus on Alice layouts gives it a clear identity in an increasingly crowded market where many manufacturers compete on near-identical specs. Feker's iterative development cycle and responsiveness to community feedback suggest a brand that treats the mechanical keyboard market as an ongoing conversation rather than a series of fixed product releases.