In April 2026, I had the chance to try Lofree’s new keyboard, the Hyzen.
Since much of the ground has already been covered in our hands-on review, this is a short review based on examining the actual keyboard.
Through a partnership between Greenkeys and Lofree Japan, you may be able to get 10% off with the coupon code “ryo10.”
Update, October 21, 2026: Lofree Hyzen was released by Lofree Japan (SANYO., LLC.) at 6:00 p.m. on October 21.
Hyzen Availability
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Positioning | A model designed to combine the speed and precision of magnetic switches with the typing feel of mechanical switches |
| Key selling points | 8K polling, TMR magnetic sensing, Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation |
| Design | CNC aluminum body, understated lighting, and a look that complements a desk setup |
| Controls | Side knob, physical mode switch, and a window for switching the F-row display |
| Customization | Web app supports keymaps, macros, layers, and various magnetic features |
| Caveat | The 12° angle is quite steep; it may feel different from typical low-profile or flatter keyboards |
Lofree Hyzen Specifications
Hyzen is billed as the “world’s first mechanical magnetic keyboard.”
Let’s start with the specifications.
Key Specifications
- 67-key layout
- Tri-mode connectivity (USB / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz)
- 8,000 Hz polling rate (wired / 2.4 GHz)
- 10,000 mAh battery
- CNC-machined aluminum alloy body
- PCB gasket construction + FR4 plate
- Equipped with the Nexus Switch, co-developed by Lofree and Kailh
- Adjustable actuation in 0.01 mm increments and Rapid Trigger support
- Web-based keymap / macro / layer configuration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product name | Lofree Hyzen |
| Tagline | World’s First Mechanical Magnetic Keyboard |
| Layout / number of keys | 67 keys |
| Connectivity | Wired (USB Type-C), Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz |
| Polling rate | 8,000 Hz (wired / 2.4 GHz), 125 Hz (Bluetooth) |
| Latency | 0.36 ms (wired), 0.65 ms (Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz) |
| Battery capacity | 10,000 mAh |
| Dimensions | 330.9 × 142.3 × 48.4 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1,860 g |
| Colors | Space Gray, Silver |
| Body material | Aluminum alloy |
| Construction | PCB Gasket + FR4 Fiberglass Plate |
| Typing angle | 12° |
| Keycap material | High-transparency PC |
| Keycap specifications | Front-printed + matte UV coating |
| Default switch | Lofree × Kailh co-developed “Nexus Switch” |
| Switch type | Mechanical Magnetic Switch (linear) |
| Switch features | Dual design combining a mechanical structure with magnetic sensing |
| Modes | Mechanical Mode / Magnetic Mode |
| Rapid Trigger | Supported (0.01 mm precision) |
| Actuation adjustment | Adjustable in 0.01 mm increments |
| Hot-swap | Supported |
| Compatible mechanical switches | Supports 3-pin / 5-pin switches |
| Compatible magnetic switches | Compatible with multiple magnetic switches, including Gateron models (recalibration required) |
| Keymap settings | Web-based only |
| Multiple layers | Supported |
| Macros | Supported |
| Mod-Tap / Layer-Tap | Supported |
| Volume keys | Cannot be remapped |
| Firmware updates | Available via the web |
| Supported operating systems | Mac / iOS / Android / Windows |
| RGB | Supported |
| Backlighting | 12 modes |
| Front ambient lighting | 6 modes |
| Receiver-side lighting | 4 effects / 1 color |
| Distinctive mechanism | Multifunction key window for switching between the F-row and number row |
| Design focus | Minimal, premium design inspired by hi-fi equipment |
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Switch type | Linear |
| Operating force | 40 ±10 gf |
| Total travel | 3.4 ±0.05 mm |
| Actuation point | Customizable |
| Initial magnetic flux density | 90 ±5 Gs |
| Bottom-out magnetic flux density | 480 ±20 Gs |
| Magnetic flux measurement conditions | Measured on a 1.6 mm PCB |
| Stem material | POM |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Spring material | Stainless steel |
| Contact material | Composite Gold |
| Light pipe material | PC |
| Magnet material | NdFeB (nickel-plated) |
Lofree Hyzen Review: A Look at the Real Thing
Now, let’s take a look at some photos of the keyboard.
What stood out to me when I first handled it was not so much its functionality as a keyboard with magnetic switches, but its high level of refinement as a product.
The CNC-machined aluminum case gives it a very refined appearance, with a minimalist design that keeps unnecessary ornamentation to a minimum.
Lofree describes Hyzen as “intentional, minimal, premium,” suggesting that the product places an emphasis on material feel and overall proportions.
What particularly impressed me was how it looked sitting on a desk.
Rather than being the kind of keyboard that makes a bold statement like a typical “gaming keyboard,” Hyzen seems to blend naturally into its surroundings while still making its presence felt.
With its distinctive bar-style side lighting and the feel of its aluminum body, it seems designed not merely as an input device but as a product that helps shape a desk setup.
The specified typing angle is 12 degrees, and my measurement was 11.3 degrees, which still feels somewhat steep.
Lofree says it prototyped a range of angles and ultimately judged this one suitable for a broad range of users*, but it seems likely to come down to personal preference.
For those accustomed to a flatter angle, it may feel a little steep at first.
The front edge is also about 2 cm high, so it may be best to get it with a palm rest.
I think it would hardly be an exaggeration to say that Hyzen’s overall concept comes together with its dedicated palm rest.
For the production version, further refinements to the details are planned, including tidying up the logo area, adding Mac legends to the keycaps, and adding Japanese-language support.
These changes should further improve the product’s overall refinement.
Conclusion
Hyzen left a strong impression—not only as a new magnetic-switch keyboard, but as a keyboard you’d want to choose for its looks, from the feel of its aluminum case to its overall design.
It’s easy to focus on the product’s functional innovations, but its standout design seems to be one of its biggest strengths.
Through a partnership between Greenkeys and Lofree Japan, the coupon code “ryo10” may allow you to purchase it at 10% off.
- First published: April 24, 2026
- Last updated: November 6, 2026
- Research method: Manufacturer press materials, Kickstarter
- Sources and references: Manufacturer press materials, Kickstarter
- Conflict of interest: Product provided: Yes; monetized links in this article: Yes
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