The Best Low Profile Keyboard Yet | Nuphy Air75 v2

Curiosity struck when a viewer noted the similarities between the Lofree Flow and Nuphy Air 75 after my spring review. In this video, we unravel the connection and dig into the newly released Nuphy Air 75 V2.
I share insights gained over two months of daily use, exploring nuances from build quality to typing experience.
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00:00 - Intro
00:56 - What makes it special?
02:13 - The Switches
03:01 - Typing Feel
03:37 - Sound and Stabilizers
03:58 - Look and Feel
04:38 - Cross Platform Compatibility
06:15 - QMK
06:35 - Areas to Improve
07:19 - Price & Value
07:59 - Sound Test
08:47 - Conclusion
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[@Waruiiko]

Massive respect to NuPhy for publicly acknowledging their software wasn't cutting it and going QMK.

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Agreed. QMK puts this on another level.

[@Harvester88]

I have yet to actually really use QMK. I pulled up the interface, saw all the layers and was like… oh this looks like work and closed it out. I want to start messing around with it though soon .

[@Waruiiko]

VIA is a pretty basic configurator, but watch some videos about QMK or read the documentation, it offers amazing functionality.

[@justinseans]

I've used the Logitech remapping stuff. I was hoping it would be something like that but less bad. Lol I use it for mouse mainly as every game has its own functions for the g502.

[@mztik]

Regarding the use of the keyboard on top of the MacBook: the blue thin feet go in between the first and second row of keys of the MacBook. Not only will the Air75 be secured and won't move around when it use, but it will also not trigger any single key on the MacBook keyboard. This is the intended way Nuphy designed it to be used and it's indicated in their respective product page.

[@michaelfeir368]

I have a V1 and am very happy with it. Figured I'd wait a generation before picking up an upgrade. Being blind, I use this keyboard primarily with my iPhone and find it superb. Other than wishing there was a way to properly orient the keycaps by feel after replacing switches, I have no major gripes. Love the typing feel and sturdyness of the board. You did a very good review here. I'll be keeping an ear out for more.

[@KitBetts-Masters]

Beautifully made video, product deserved that treatment! Great job buddy!

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Thanks Kit! ❤️

[@mgaming7]

I have had the Nuphy AIr 75 V1 for over a year. it is on my Mac. I bought Nuphy Air75 V2 instantly when it was released and it is my Windows keyboard. LOVE Nuphy keyboards.

[@BrandonKBoswell]

What differences have you noticed between the two?

[@EdanDavey]

Great video. I just received mine and love it! The extra switches aren’t backups. They’re samples of the other switches you can buy for the keyboard.

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Glad to hear! You are right they are a sampler, but can also come in handy in a pinch.

[@JoshMedeski]

I've got a v1 Nuphy Air75 and it fits perfectly over my 16" MBP. Great review and it looks like v2 has some great updates!

[@BrandonKBoswell]

What were the feet like on the V1?

[@JoshMedeski]

@@BrandonKBoswell they're one level magnetic feet. I left them in the box my board came in.

[@malpern]

Love to see your take on home row mods. I’ve heard the configuration tweeks for QMK aren’t as good as ZMK, but as a QMK board owner Im interested in your experience.

[@albertwesker3165]

After watching your video, I bought one, Air 96 V2. Now I got much much more fun of typing than before.

[@davidn.8150]

Great video. Can one get this with a nordic layout (å,ä,ö)?

[@davehoward6294]

I have been using a Keychron K3 Pro for about a year now and I love it. I have the brown switches. I just got the Nuphy Air v2 w/ the wisteria switches. First impressions, the build quality is about equal between the two. I think I like the brown switches a bit better because the feedback makes it obvious when I have pressed the key. The wisteria switches are much quieter and less clicky, but I still like the feel. I think my typing might be a bit less accurate with the wisteria switches due to lack of the clicky feedback but so far I like it.

[@Zukenbauer]

Any opinions on how it compares to the keychron k3 max?

[@justinseans]

I just bought this....waiting on it. Im not sure those are extra keycaps as much as they are advertisements for NuPhy's custom gaterons. Lol i got aloes with a side of browns and the shine through keycaps. I never have had a real mechanical keyboard so i wanted to try a few switches. I didn't realize they had those samples in there. So thats actually a nice touch for some one who hasnt experienced many different switches.

[@pattic6077]

I want one of these keyboards but I can’t tell which switch to get. I want one a little quiet bit still enjoy the clicky feel

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

Would love to see someone make this sound more "marbly." Wonder if that's even possible with low profile switches or if the case has room for mods. Digging the Akko keyboard with magnetic adjustable travel switches. So many options!

[@Ruptured_AU]

The keychron k1se has been perfect for putting over the top of the macbook 16inch. Ive tried other boards and they do hit th epower button and for whater reason karabiner eliments can not stop that. The power button is always active reguardless of the rest of the keys being disabled. I think its worth trying the nuphy tho as the keychron feels a bit weird to type on and just feels a bit wrong.

[@johann_espiritu]

Thanks for the incredibly helpful review! I just wish there was a short section on this keyboard's battery life. Other than that, it's great!

[@BrandonKBoswell]

You’re very welcome. Honestly I’m not sure about the battery life because I leave it plugged in majority of the time.

[@cbest3678]

Which switch is that Daisy or Cowberry?

[@whiplashjaytv6495]

Love mine. But the left shift button I have to smash to get it to work. Even when I change out the spare hardware that’s included with the keyboard (forget the name of it)

[@siamakzahmat]

Great review! I’m looking for a nice entry level wireless keyboard for my Boox Note Air 3C. The Nuphy Air75 v2 is around 175 euros in the Netherlands. A little bit too steep for my taste. Do you have a recommendation for a budget wireless keyboard?

[@BrandonKBoswell]

The Lofree Flow is similar if you can find it cheaper in your country.

[@hellmen54]

Hi south-neighbour, belgian guy here, had the same initial thought on the price and was looking into the keychron K3 pro as well. (also low profile, wireless and QMK compatible) which is 130 euros. However the 45 euro difference is also visible in build quality, QMK (nuphy 8 layers, k3 has 4), battery size and the sound dampening or the lack thereoff in the k3 pro. You could go for a normal profile wireless mech-keyboard for cheaper (-100 euro options are available) but I personally want something low profile for portability. All in all I decided that the Nuphy air75v2 is the best buy even at the steeper price.

[@blerble]

Where are you buying nuphy air75 switches when nuphy's website is usually out of stock?

[@Excited-IT-Architect]

I am still looking for a great mechanical keyboard (like this one) with touch id - is there anything like that available aon the market?

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Only the Apple Keyboards have Touch ID unfortunately.

[@PandaPlaysAll]

Would love a video on homerow mods and how you stop lag

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Sounds good. I can show the setup soon and how I have that configured

[@toleeteam]

Someone may have mentioned this already. - Case is not all plastic. It has an aluminum frame with a ABS bottom.

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Thanks for mentioning it. I hadn’t realized.

[@skylar3939]

any information on latency (ms) in wired mode?

[@BrandonKBoswell]

I don’t have a test set up to measure this definitively, but it is running at 1000hz polling rate.

[@cheesemunchkins]

Which switches do you have on your Nuphy?

[@BrandonKBoswell]

These are the Daisy linear switches. I think for me personally I would prefer a tactile, but that ultimately comes down to personal preference. nuphy.com/collections/switches/products/nuphy-daisy-l48-low-profile-switches

[@cheesemunchkins]

@@BrandonKBoswell alr thanks

[@usmannagi]

Recently got an air75v2 after daily driving a keychron k3 for a year. It's completely revolutionary. The type feel is so smooth and clean. The keys aren't as loud with the wisteria switches. Battery life is amazing! Haven't charged it in over a week and with mixed use I'm still at 50 with RGB on at night. It is game changing how a relatively better keyboard can work out for your typing. I'm not a very fast typer but this keyboard is so smooth that I just use it all the time with my Windows laptop and don't make as many mistakes as I would on the Keychron. Keychron keyboards have serious bluetooth issues. This one can work upto 10 feet away without skipping or spamming key presses. Overall though I rate it as one of my best purchases and I have the same colour way as yours. Good review!

[@BrandonKBoswell]

This was how I felt after using the Lofree in the spring. The change in switches and key travel did wonders for comfort and the Nuphy just takes that to the next level by getting the details right!

[@SdRayM2]

kinda worried for nuphy they offer only 1 year warranty when other brands like wooting offer 4years. dont get me wrong i love nuphy i was about to purchase it but i see so many issues on the internet about it and im kinda worried if its the right choice

[@shaulzorea]

Can the keyboard be used with a MacBook via Bluetooth without a dongle?

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Yes

[@Trooper12944]

is this only me who is still using mx keys mini after trying all the mechanical keyboards?

[@PhillipRPeck]

The frame of this keyboard is aluminum including the top piece. The bottom is ABS plastic. I know this comment has been made but I wanted to second it

[@BrandonKBoswell]

Thanks for clarifying, didn’t realize

[@JohnDoeJr123]

I just cannot get used to it after laptop keyboard, Del, enter are way too far etc.

[@bralis2]

Good, but can't beat MX Mechanical MIni

[@BrandonKBoswell]

No wired mode, though...

[@steelstunners1862]

Why can’t it beat it?

[@bralis2]

@@steelstunners1862Battery life.