FKcaps LPF Dot Glow Black: A Short Review

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Simple and blank, yet these keycaps deliver a look that’s irresistible on keyboards with north-facing LEDs.

LPF Dot is a low-profile keycap set sold by FKcaps.

The LPF profile lineup includes two versions: Glow, with blank keycaps whose dots let LEDs shine through, and Legend‡ Glow, where those translucent dots are replaced with legends. Both come in black and white.

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This review covers the black version with blank keycaps (Dot).

Let’s take a closer look.

FKcaps provided the LPF Dot for promotional purposes. At the time of writing, FKcaps and GreenEchoes Studio, which operates Greenkeys, had no affiliate advertising partnership.

LPF Dot Glow Black Overview

The LPF Dot Glow Black is a low-profile keycap set with dots that let light through in place of legends.

It combines a clean, nearly blank look with a design that lets you enjoy your keyboard’s backlighting.

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It uses the LPF profile, with a gently concave, spherical top surface for your fingers.

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The keycaps are made of PU-coated ABS, and LED light shines through the laser-processed areas.

ItemDetails
Product nameLPF Dot Glow Black
ColorBlack
ProfileLPF
Number of keys64 keys
Intended layout60% layout
Compatible switchesMX-compatible switches. Also supports low-profile switches such as Choc v2 and Gateron Low Profile
MaterialABS with PU coating
Processing methodLaser etching and coating
Legends and light-through designNo legends; dots let light through
Price$36

Specifications and pricing are based on the official product page as checked on November 15, 2026. Check the total cost at checkout, including shipping and other fees.

The design isn’t tied to printed legends, so it could also suit people who want to use their own keymap.

On the other hand, the keys have no legends to identify their functions, so you’ll need to learn the layout to use them.

Before buying, check that the key sizes and set contents are suitable for your keyboard.

Note that it supports Choc v2, but is not designed for Choc v1.

It is also primarily intended for keyboards with layouts based on 1u keycaps.

Before purchasing, check whether your keyboard uses a compatible layout.

Product page: FKcaps LPF Dot Glow Black

LPF Dot Glow Black in Photos

Let’s take a look at the LPF Dot Glow Black in photos.

The keyboard used was the GEONIX REV.2.5.

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Dots replace the legends, and these dots are designed to let LED light through.

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Let’s take a look at the key shape.

The keycaps have a gently spherical top surface.

The key tops are trapezoid-shaped relative to the base, with gently rounded corners.

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In shape, they’re similar to LeleLab’s Low-Sup.

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They also look like they’d be easy to use for anyone who types with a light, brushing touch.

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And the real highlight is how they look with the LEDs on.

The sight of just the keys glowing softly in the dark is beautiful, almost like a work of art.

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Conclusion

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That concludes our review of the FKcaps LPF Dot Glow Black.

Made of ABS and somewhat thin, these keycaps offer a more clacky sound rather than a “thocky” one, though this is likely to come down to personal preference.

This is a set of keycaps that people may want to buy for its looks rather than its typing feel.

There’s also a version with legends, but I’d encourage you to give the Dot version a try.

If you’re interested, take a look at the official page as well.

Product page: FKcaps LPF Dot Glow Black

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Ryosuke Kawamura is the Editor-in-Chief of Greenkeys and the founder of GreenEchoes Studio.

He covers mechanical keyboards, custom keyboards, and input devices through reviews, interviews, hands-on testing, photography, and editorial work. He has reviewed more than 100 products and regularly reports on JIS-layout compatibility and trends in the Japanese keyboard market.

He also founded the Japan Layout Alliance (JLA), an industry collaboration initiative aimed at improving compatibility for Japanese-layout keyboards.

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