EPOMAKER x AULA F75 Gasket Mechanical Keyboard, 75% Wireless

This was my first keyboard and I still love it and use it regularly. I actually bought two, one in black and one with the blue edge and green/blue keycaps. I chose the blue ice vein switches both times as they are super thocky and smooth. It is very easy to hotswap and whilst the software is not the best it does the basics. For a plastic board it is thocky and lovely to type on, the keycaps are really decent and the RGB is really bright despite being north facing. Highly recommend, especially if starting out!

First and foremost, this keyboard perfectly meets my expectations. It strikes a balance between being compact yet functional on certain keys, avoiding for the constant use of the FUNCTION key for common keys, and it isn’t so large that it dominates the entire desk. Its aesthetic is stunning, making it an ideal choice for white or warm and cozy PC setups.

As a fan of minimalist keyboards, I initially chose a 60% model by Royal Kludge. While I was initially satisfied, I soon found myself missing the convenience of dedicated single F keys, Up and down arrows and a couple of other keys. Although they were accessible through the use of the FUNCTION key, this setup proved impractical for certain applications, such as FLIGHT SIMULATOR which i play a lot. This led me to upgrade to a 70% keyboard.

EPOMAKER had caught my eye for some time, not only due to their broad range of visually appealing products but also for the tactile feedback and distinctive “thock” sound they produce. This auditory and tactile experience is incredibly satisfying, making typing a delight and inspiring me to write this review.

This keyboard offers three modes: Wireless, Bluetooth, and Wired. I already owned a USB-C coiled cable, so switching to this keyboard was seamless. Currently, I am using it wirelessly and have noticed no detectable latency. My wireless mouse complements this setup, maintaining a clean desk space since it’s also wireless. I have not yet tested the Bluetooth function, as my primary connections are through Wired and Wireless modes.

Upon unboxing, I was greeted with the keyboard, a keyboard protector and several accessories, including a USB-C cable and a keycap puller, which is useful for future keycap customization thanks to its hot-swappable feature.

I chose the ICY VEIN switches, and I cannot overstate how stylish, ergonomic, and aesthetically pleasing this keyboard is. I have not tested the RGB modes yet, as the default icy white color complements my setup perfectly and would be my preferred choice regardless. The 80% layout includes an additional rotary knob on the top right, allowing me to easily adjust my PC’s volume. This feature is a convenient addition, enhancing the overall user experience and adding to the keyboard’s attractive design.

I went with the Ice Vein varient considering I was seeking out a more creamy/thoccy tone as opposed to something that’s a little more clicky. I’ve got a slight sensitivity to higher pitched noise and despite the price being lower, it has performed remarkably well against my Razer Huntsman keyboard that has been serving me for the past year now.

Compared to my Huntsman, this keyboard is actually satisfying to type on, the actuation is consistent and it doesn’t take too much strength to fully register a keystroke. This important for someone like myself as I routinely do lots of writing. I also enjoy the feature to angle my keyboard with the built in stand, plus it has two separate modes depending on if you have a wristrest or not.

Considering the price, I am thoroughly impressed with the build quality of this keyboard. There’s a difference between cheap plastic that can easily cut your fingers as well as the more refined type and this is certainly that more refined type. Compared to my Huntsman, I am pleasantly surprised that the keycaps feel more premium considering I paid over half the price for this. Furthermore, this keyboard has some heft in it thanks to the gasket design, giving me lots of peace of mind regarding the durability of it!

The top feature for me for this keyboard is the flexibility. From a 2.4GHz universally compatible USB dongle that slots away into the keyboard itself, Bluetooth functionality or being able to simply plug and play with pretty much any hardware, the fact that I can simply unplug it from my desk and take it with me to college for my studies brings me an endless amount of joy. That and also its 75% profile ensures that the keyboard retains all important functionality without needing to sacrifice the convenience of shortcuts for a smaller profile. The volume knob and the mute feature that comes from it has also been vastly helpful and is even reprogrammable!

The RGB is a little underwhelming considering it doesn’t glow through the keycaps and can’t be customised with software to a signficiant degree, but I’m not really the type to care about RGB all too much; if you’re big into that then please bear this in mind!

I honestly don’t see why people spend an extortionate amount of money on “gaming” keyboards when this exists and harbours the most satisfying typing experience out of all the keyboards I’ve owned in the past, plus there isn’t any visible latency from what I can tell between gaming alongside writing with this thing. It’s mechanical, it’s satisfying, it’s built well and even includes some basic RGB, that’s all most people could ask for in a keyboard nowadays and it’s enough to satify my needs!