Iris CE Keyboard Kit

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The Iris CE (Compact Edition) is a low-profile variant of the popular Iris keyboard! Reprogrammable to any keymap layout you'd like with QMK/VIA! We've worked up case parts for the Iris CE PCB that offer a more premium feel than other ergo split keyboard offerings.

The Iris CE is a great ergonomic keyboard for newbies! This kit is easy to assemble with the hotswap sockets on the PCB (no soldering needed!), just supply your own screwdriver and follow our build guide.

Don't want to build this keyboard yourself? No problem, check out the fully-built version: Iris CE Keyboard

  • Pre-flashed with QMK Firmware and VIA configurator support
  • With VIA configurator, you can reprogram the board without needing to know how to setup QMK and/or QMK Toolbox
  • Demo video of VIA
  • Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and other operating systems
  • RP2040 Microcontrollers with 16Mbit flash memory
  • 6 RGB underglow LEDs per half (12 total)
  • Per-key RGB LEDs
  • Switch support: Kailh Choc Low-Profile V1 switch support only
  • Kailh Choc hotswap sockets - change out your switches easily!
  • Key spacing: 17mm vertical, 18mm horizontal (MCC/MBK spacing)
  • USB-C ports for both connection to computer and in between halves

This keyboard uses the popular open-source QMK Firmware with VIA enabled out of the box to allow you to remap all the keys just the way you want them.

Plug your keyboard in, open up the VIA app, and easily change what each key does to get the most out of your keyboard with your customizations! More info on what you can do here: VIA Usage Guide

Accessories for adding tilt/tent to the Iris CE will be made available later.

You can also design your own attachments to the bottom of the case. The holes on the bottom are spaced in a 50x90mm rectangle and are large enough for M2 screws to go through them.

Case Options

Black Polycarbonate

Begin your board journey with a polycarbonate case - the essential choice for a lighter, more budget-friendly option! Embrace durability and style from the start without compromising on quality.

Black Aluminum

Enhance your board's appearance with an aluminum case for a sleek, premium feel! Add a touch of elegance and durability to your setup.

Atomic Purple Polycarbonate

Or channel your inner gamer with the atomic purple version of the polycarbonate case. Enjoy the lightweight, sturdy build that's perfect for your modern setup with a retro twist.

Frosted White Polycarbonate

Go for a clean, fresh look with the frosted white polycarbonate case. Let those underglow LEDs light up the bottom tray.

Ergonomic Layout

The keys of the Iris CE are staggered vertically, allowing it to match the curvature of the tips of your fingers better. The spacing is slightly more compact as well, which shortens the distance your fingers have to move around.

Getting used to your new Iris CE keyboard may take a bit of time, about 2-4 weeks on average. Don't worry though, we've included a handy reference card with the pre-programmed layout to help guide you.

We've also crafted a blog post containing various tips and tricks for you to use.

Also, if you want to see how well the keyboard will fit in your hands, we've made a printable PDF for you to try it out: Letter / A4

Hotswappable Low-Profile Choc Switches

Go with the Brown switches for a nice tactile feel, or Red ones for a linear feedback. Or choose Whites if you like that clicky sound to go along with tactility.

Easily swap in other Kailh Choc V1 switches later on to fine-tune your keyboard.

Plenty of Keycaps to choose from

MCC Spectrum

Like silk under your fingertips, yet solid like the earth beneath your feet. Create the zen minimalist and clean aesthetic look on your desk with this keyset. Let the cylindrical-shaped keycaps made of POM form around your fingertips.

MCC Spectrum
MBK Glow R2

Let your low-profile keyboard shine with these MBK Glow keycaps! Made with ABS material and laser-etched legends, these keycaps will let RGB backlight through, making it a perfect match for the Iris CE.

MBK Glow R2
MBK Colored Blanks

Black and White not your style? Then give your keyboard some more pop with the variety of colors available for MBK PBT Blanks! Plenty of colors for you to pick from to customize your board to how you'd like to express yourself.

MBK Colors
MBK PBT Blanks

Elevate your typing experience with blank keycaps for a more minimalist setup, while still looking stylish. Go with either Black or White to match the aesthetic that you are searching for.

MBK Blank Keyset

Features

Remap your keys with ease

Change any key on your keyboard to anything you'd like, including macros, shortcuts, and key combos, using the VIA Configurator app. Your custom keymap settings are saved on the keyboard itself, so it'll be the same when you plug it into a different computer.

Need even more fine-tuning? Dig deeper by directly using QMK Firmware to unlock many more features.

VIA Configurator
Compatible with macOS, Windows, Linux, etc.

Take your keyboard everywhere, as it's compatible with all operating systems, ensuring seamless integration with your setups. No drivers need to be installed, just plug it in and start typing away!

Per-Key RGB Lighting

Every key has its own RGB LED shining through the keycap from underneath to give things a nice glow. There's plenty of RGB lighting effects to choose from in VIA, so play around to see what suits you best. Underglow RGB lighting is also installed to let some light shine through if you've got one of the polycarbonate cases.

Don't need the lighting? No worries, it's simple enough to turn off the lighting.

RGB LED Effects

Take your keyboard everywhere

The Iris CE comes with its own carrying case, so you can protect your keyboard while on the go, with this hard-shell carrying case that holds each half in a mesh pocket. It also has elastic bands to hold cables.

Lightweight - The Iris CE configured with the Polycarbonate case weighs in just at 10oz/285g. For a bit more weight, the Iris CE configured with the Aluminum case weighs in at 13.5oz/380g.

Customer Reviews

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L.F.
Great kit for a great keyboard

A great, easy to assemble kit with lots of customization options. It's taking some getting used to if you haven't used this style before, but it's easy to learn. Keebio has amazing customer service as well.

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Jacob Morris
Great Quality and Service

Quality of the Iris CE is great. Building the keyboard is made incredibly easy due to the tutorial video the Keebio team put together. This is the fourth time I've ordered something through Keebio and every time the shipping speed has been insanely fast.

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Anonymous
Great keyboard and great service

It really shows that the Keebio team deeply cares about their products and their customers. The quality feels really good and it seems like there was a lot of thought put into the design. The assembly was hillariously easy because the steps were simple and the assembly guide was very well done. No prior knowledge was required. I really like the compact design and the resulting portability.

It does take some time and efford to get used to the layout, but that's to be expected. One tiny nitpick I have is that the default configuration uses the right alt key only, which on european keyboard layouts differs in functionality to left alt. This made me unable to access some shortcuts at first, but since you can easily change the layout it wasn't a big deal.

I'm very satisfied over all and happy to spend more money here in the future. :)