Wobkey Crush80 Reboot Pro Review: a supreme mechanical keyboard that breathes Rainy75!

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I am sure that many of you remember the impact of “Rainy75,” which made its impressive debut on Makuake in February 2024.

In addition to its “looks,” “feel,” and “sound,” it quickly became very popular in Japan due to its price setting that defied common sense.

Wobkey, which releases Rainy75, has prepared a new 80% TKL layout keyboard, the Wobkey Crush 80 Reboot Pro.

Wobkey Crush 80 Reboot Pro will be available at KIBU Shop and Amazon starting April 9, 2025.

In this article, it will be referred to as “Wobkey Crush 80 Pro” in accordance with the description of the KIBU Shop.

This article will tell you a lot about the Wobkey Crush 80 Pro.

Wobkey Crush 80 Pro was provided by KIBU Corporation for promotional purposes.

From the description of the KIBU Shop, it seems that a Japanese-language layout board is also planned to be prepared.

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メリット
  • 打鍵音が素晴らしい
  • 打鍵感のカスタマイズが簡単にできる
  • 製品としてのクオリティが非常に高い
  • 信じられないくらいコストパフォーマンスに優れている
  • 多彩なキーレイアウトが選択可能
デメリット
  • 日本語配列の用意はない
  • 分解組み立て後のポゴピンの接触には注意が必要
  • MOD-TAPなどのAnyキーにはファームウェア上対応していない
  • 本体の重量が重いため持ち運びは難しい
この記事の著者
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Representative of GreenEchoes Studio

Ryosuke Kawamura

He launched his own media as a site operator and web writer, and now plans and manages multiple corporate media. He often types heavily in his work, and in his search for greater efficiency, he became addicted to the keyboard swamp and established “GreenKeys”.

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About Wobkey Crush 80 Pro Overview

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The Wobkey Crush 80 Reboot Pro (aka Crush80RE) is Wobkey’s new keyboard, available internationally starting mid-October 2024.

As for Crush80, it is a mechanical keyboard with a very elaborate 80% TKL layout, with the official blog presenting the process that led to the creation of a prototype and the release of the official version.

Its most distinctive feature is the “screwless” mechanism.

Normally, keyboards are “screwed” into a case to hold the board between them.

However, the Wobkey Crush80 series uses “magnets” instead of screws to join the top and bottom cases.

The connection between the daughter board and the main board also uses a magnetic connection, the “pogo pin,” which makes it very easy to replace the board and sound-absorbing foam, making it even easier to customize.

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Although this technique has existed for some time, Wobkey is probably the first to achieve such high quality.

About the color of Wobkey Crush 80

There are a total of 12 color variations: 10 Pro series and 2 Lite series!

Weight colors also vary by body color, so you will be able to choose the one that best suits your taste and desk style.

Lite series are not available at KIBU Shop or Amazon. Only the Pro series is available at authorized distributors in Japan.

Pro-type color (10 types)

Lite系カラー(2種類)

Wobkey Crush 80 Pro retail price in Japan

The authorized distributor prices after April 9, 2025 are as follows

  • WOBKEY Crush 80 Pro: 32,800 yen (tax included)
  • Replacement split space plate for Pro: 1,200 yen (tax included)
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Wobkey Crush 80 Pro Sales Schedule

As for the Wobkey Crush80 Pro, it was initially available only on the crowdfunding site Makuake.

Crowdfunding Schedule

  • January 24, 2025 Start of Makuake project
  • February 27, 2025 Makuake project ends
  • Early March 2025 Start of manufacturer’s production
  • Scheduled to be shipped by the manufacturer in mid-March 2025
  • Late March 2025: Gradual start of deliveries in Japan

The product is officially available in the KIBU Shop and on Amazon starting April 9, 2025.

Review] Wobkey Crush 80 Pro in photos

Let’s take a look at the actual photos in the preface.

Let’s start with the case.

The case is quite solid.

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When you open the zipper, the keyboard is stored almost wrapped in cloth like this.

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The packing is completely comparable to full aluminum keyboards in the 70,000-80,000 yen class.

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Here’s what’s inside.

A PC switch plate in a similar color is included.

Also, the additional sound-absorbing material is a nice touch.

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It includes silicone caps and non-slip rubber.

(I assume this is for spare parts only, as the product is already installed.)

The technical mark was clearly visible in the instruction manual.

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Weight first…but error.

This could only measure up to 2000g.

It weighs 2,380 g (catalog value), so it is almost a blunt instrument.

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Let’s take a look at the exterior.

The color selected for this project is “Red”.

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If you look closely, you can see that the modifier keys are bright red and the alpha keys are a bit darker red.

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The accent white keycap looks great.

The printing on the white keycap is not red, but a dark burgundy.

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Since this is a TKL model, the arrow keys are naturally independent, and the special keys are arranged above them.

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The logo above the arrow key shines through the backlight.

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It looks good.

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Five dedicated LEDs were installed.

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Since this is the Pro version, the switch plate is FR4.

Because of the fine slits, there is not such extreme hardness when hitting the keys.

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The brightly printed keycaps are made of double-shot PBT, which is highly resistant to abrasion and oil.

Kailh Cocoa Linear 45gf keyswitches are used.

The pressing pressure is just right, and the bottom hitting sound of the key switch is pleasant.

Let’s look at the aspects as well.

As described below, the Crush80 Pro is a three-piece case, with a step between the bottom case and the section that serves as the battery compartment and tilt leg.

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The structure is like this, with LEDs installed in the gaps.

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This calculated lighting is a privilege that can only be enjoyed in Pro, not in Lite.

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The typing angle is approximately 6 degrees, a typical slope.

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There are no switches around it, only a Type-C port on the back.

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The bottom has a plate with the Wobkey logo in the center of the gorgeous weights.

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In fact, it is attached here by a magnet and serves as a lid.

When the lid is removed, a USB dongle comes out from inside.

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It’s beautiful storage that is also practical!

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This weight shines so brightly that it reflects well.

This is beautiful.

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This time, the Crash 80 Pro can be easily disassembled because the top and bottom cases are attached to each other with magnets.

Lift the case back and up to remove it.

However, since they are attached quite firmly, you may have to exert a little force to get them off.

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The case is not a simple S-N, but a solid mechanism that snaps into place so that the case does not shift during installation.

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Thus, it is fixed in four places.

In addition, the main board is magnetically connected to a pogo pin in the bottom weight section screwed to the bottom case, so there is no need for flat cables or other devices.

This allows for easy form and substrate changes.

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I would like a replacement board for this.
The entire set of keycaps and key switches can be replaced depending on your mood.

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The board is mounted with a gasket using a silicone cap, which fits into a depression in the bottom case.

The inside of the bottom case, which is normally invisible, also has this finish.

I have nothing to complain about.

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Advantages of Wobkey Crush 80 Pro

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  • Great keystroke sound
  • Easy to customize keystroke feel
  • Very high quality as a product
  • Incredibly cost-effective.
  • Various key layouts can be selected

Excellent keystroke sound [with keystroke sound video].

First, please watch this video.

Excellent keystroke sound.

I thought the same thing when tuning Rainy75 and Rainy75HE, but this Wobkey brand is too good at tuning the percussion sound.

The sound is not noisy and comfortable.

Easy to customize keystroke feel

The magnetic top case and circuit board make it very easy to adjust the sound of each keystroke, which is another attractive feature of this model.

If you eliminate the form, you will hear a “crackling” sound, and if you fill the form, you will enjoy a “thumping” sound, the so-called “thocky” keystroke.

Very high quality as a product

Crush 80 Pro is really well detailed.

The quality is high in all areas, including the finish of the back weight, the dongle storage lid, the double-shot key cap, the lighting, the case, the magnetic case joint, the foam, and all other details.

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I have reviewed many keyboards and this is one of the best.

Incredibly cost-effective.

The selling price is 32,800 yen (tax included).

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It is expensive compared to the price of a typical keyboard, but if you were to make this specification in a high-end keyboard, it would probably cost 70,000-80,000 yen.

It is incredibly “inexpensive,” no exaggeration.

I was surprised at Rainy75, but this is a truly outrageous price.

It would be a good idea to buy it.

Various key layouts can be selected

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The Crush 80 Pro supports a wide variety of key layouts, and it is surprising that all of these are hot-swappable.

No soldering is required to employ ISO Enter, Left Shift, Spacebar, and Split Backspace, although it is necessary to remove all keyswitches once.

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The area around the Enter key on the left side of the photo is chaotic, but it is astonishing that this is a solid stabilizer and hot swap.

As for the split space bar, two of the three split keys may be assigned to frequently used keys (Enter, Backspace, etc.).

HHKB layout is also feasible.

Disadvantages of Wobkey Crush 80 Pro

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  • Japanese-language layout is not available at this time.
  • Care must be taken to avoid contact with pogo pins after disassembly and assembly.
  • Any keys such as MOD-TAP are not supported on firmware.
  • Difficult to carry due to the heavy weight of the main unit

Japanese-language layout is not available at this time.

Although it is a standard disadvantage of foreign-made keyboards, the Crush80 does not have a Japanese layout at this time.

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The reason for the note “at this time” is that the “Japanese Array Kit” is scheduled to be released at a later date.

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The current Crush80 has a US layout, but it can be made into a “pseudo-Japanese” layout because it is compatible with ISO Enter.

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Thus, the “backslash” in the “~” line can be split, and the 1u backspace key unique to Japanese layouts can be placed.

In addition, the layout around the Enter key is also fine, as it is compatible with ISO Enter.

Note, however, that the right shift cannot be split, so there is no ³(KC_RO) as in the Japanese layout.

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Instead, the UK ISO layout (a layout with a 1.25u size left shift and a 1u key next to it) can be applied, so you can put “ro” here.

Care must be taken to avoid contact with pogo pins after disassembly and assembly.

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The main feature of Crush80 Reboot is the connection between the daughter board and the main board via a pogo pin connection, but the pogo pins on the daughter board side may be sunken.

In that case, it cannot make good contact and is not connected to the daughter board.

It is advisable to check that the power is energized by making a USB cable connection beforehand before putting the top case on.

Any keys such as MOD-TAP are not supported on firmware.

This is also true for the Rainy 75, but the Crush 80 Pro does not support any key features such as MOD-TAP.

Therefore, please note that splitting the space bar and setting LT(2,KC_BSPC), etc. will not work.

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Probably, if you are using the system for normal purposes, you will not make these special settings, so there is no need to worry about it.

Difficult to carry due to the heavy weight of the main unit

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The official weight of the Crush 80 Pro is 2,380 g.

Thus, it is safe to assume that 2,000 g is too heavy to be carried on a maximal measurement.

If dropped, it is almost no different than a blunt object, so the floor is dented and there is a risk of injury if dropped on the feet.

In case of earthquakes or other contingencies, we recommend that you do not display them standing up, but rather store them flat or in a case.

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Keep out of reach of children.
This is serious.

Wobkey Crush 80 Pro/Lite Difference

Crush80 has a “Pro series” and a “Lite series”.

Only the higher-end “Pro series” models are available in Japan.

As for the Lite model, it is not available for purchase in Japan at this time.

Crush 80 Pro
FeatureRGB Pro Version
Quick ReleaseGalvanized Ball-Catch Quick Release (4 Pairs)
Battery PinCustomized Magnetic POGO Pin
Frame6063 Aluminium
RGBSouth Facing A-RGB
ColorWhite / Silver / Black / Beige / Blue / Yellow / Purple / Pink / Silver / Warm Silver / Black / Navy / Red
FinishElectrophoresis (180 Grit) / Anodized (220 Grit)
Battery CompartmentGray Anodized / Brown Anodized / Silver Anodized / Warm Silver Anodized
BackplateIce Pattern Stainless Steel / Gray PVD Stonewash / Bronze PVD Stonewash / Black PVD Stonewash / Silver PVD Stonewash / Bronze PVD Stonewash
SwitchesKailh Cocoa Switch (45g)
KeycapsPBT (Double Shot / Dye Sublimation)
BadgeStainless Steel WOB LOGO
ConnectivityWired / 2.4G / BT5.0
Battery Capacity7500mAh
Positioning PlateFR4
Heartbeat LightRGB Heartbeat Light
Acoustic SetPORON Plate Foam / 8x IXPE Switch Pad / PET Film / PCB Foam(W PET insulation) / PORON Case Foam(W PET insulation)
PCBA1 Black PCB with Extra Film (Supports – Plate & PCB Stabs / Split Space / ISO Layout / Stepped Caps)
DriverVIA Support
StabilizersWOB Customized Stabilizers
Weight2380g
PackagingCustomized Carrying Case
AccessoryAlternative Aluminium Positioning Plate *1 / Spare Screws *8 / Gaskets *4 / Silicone Bumper *2 / Silicone Feet *2 / Cable / Manual / Cloth Bag / Switch Puller / IXPE Pad *1
Crush 80 Lite
FeatureNon RGB Version
Quick ReleaseGalvanized Ball-Catch Quick Release (4 Pairs)
Battery PinCustomized Magnetic POGO Pin
Frame6063 Aluminium
RGBNo RGB
ColorWhite / Silver / Black / Beige / Blue / Yellow / Purple / Pink / Silver / Warm Silver / Black / Navy / Red
FinishElectrophoresis (180 Grit) / Anodized (220 Grit)
Battery CompartmentWhite Electrophoresis / Gray Anodized / Silver Anodized
BackplateIce Patten Stainless Steel / Gray PVD Stonewash / Black PVD Stonewash
SwitchesHMX Frost Switch (45g)
KeycapsPBT (Double Shot / Dye Sublimation)
BadgeStainless Steel WOB LOGO
ConnectivityWired / 2.4G / BT5.0
Battery Capacity3750mAh
Positioning PlatePP
Heartbeat LightRGB Heartbeat Light
Acoustic SetPORON Plate Foam / 8x IXPE Switch Pad / PCB Foam(W PET insulation) / Poron Case Foam(W PET insulation)
PCBA1 Black PCB with Extra Film (Supports – Plate & PCB Stabs / Split Space / ISO Layout / Stepped Caps)
DriverVIA Support
StabilizersWOB Customized Stabilizers
Weight2380g
PackagingCustomized Carrying Case
AccessoryAlternative Aluminium Positioning Plate *1 / Spare Screws *8 / Gaskets *4 / Silicone Bumper *2 / Silicone Feet *2 / Cable / Manual / Cloth Bag / Switch Puller / IXPE Pad *1

There are differences in the following seven points

(data) itemPro (RGB Pro version)Lite (Non RGB version)
Lighting FunctionsSouth-facing addressable RGB (A-RGB)
with RGB heartbeat lights
Without RGB
Battery capacity7500mAh3750mAh
switch plateFR4 (glass fiber substrate)PP (polypropylene)
FinishElectrophoresis (180 Grit),
Anodized (220 Grit), etc.
Electrophoresis (180 Grit),
Anodized (220 Grit), etc.
backplateIce Pattern Stainless Steel,
Gray PVD Stonewash,
Bronze PVD Stonewash,
Black PVD Stonewash,
Silver PVD Stonewash,
Bronze PVD Stonewash
Ice Patten Stainless Steel,
Gray PVD Stonewash,
Black PVD Stonewash
switchKailh Cocoa Switch (45g)HMX Frost Switch (45g)
Acoustic set
(sound absorbing material configuration)
PORON Plate Foam,
8x IXPE Switch Pad,
PET Film,
PCB Foam (PET insulation),
PORON Case Foam (PET insulation)
PORON Plate Foam,
8x IXPE Switch Pad,
PCB Foam (PET insulation),
PORON Case Foam (PET insulation)
Other common specificationsFrame Material: 6063 Aluminum Connection Method: Wired / 2.4G / Bluetooth 5.0 Board VIA-compatible A1 Black PCB Stabilizer: WOB Customized Stabilizer Weight: approx. 2380 g Included: Carrying case, additional gaskets, cables, user manual, switch puller, etc.

 

1. lighting function (with or without RGB)

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  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • Addressable RGB (A-RGB) function with south-facing LEDs.
    • Also equipped with RGB heartbeat lights.
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • RGB is not mounted.

2. battery capacity

  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • Approx. 7500mAh
    • High-capacity battery enables long-time wireless use, even with RGB lighting included.
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • Approx. 3750mAh
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Probably, there is one pack of batteries that are stored at the bottom, one for Lite and two for Pro (3750 mAh x 2 = 7500 mAh).

3. switch plate

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  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • FR4 (glass-filled substrate material) Made of
    • Higher rigidity and more distinct keystroke feel.
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • Made of PP (polypropylene )
    • It is lightweight and provides a certain degree of soft hitting feel.
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Although it may be a matter of preference, I personally prefer FR4 if it has a slit. The key feel differs greatly depending on whether the slit is present or not, but even FR4, which is generally classified as having a hard key feel, becomes much milder when the slit is present.

4. selectable finishes and color variations

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  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • Similarly, “Electrophoresis (180 Grit)” and “Anodized (220 Grit)” can be selected, but
      backplates are available in more finish variations (e.g. Bronze PVD Stonewash).
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • Several types are available, including “Electrophoresis (180 Grit)” or “Anodized (220 Grit)”.
    • There are multiple options for battery compartment and back plate.
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The Pro is by far the most colorful.
Red’s weight color, gold, is truly enchanting.

5. standard switch

  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • The Kailh Cocoa Switch (45g) comes standard.
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • The HMX Frost Switch (45g) comes standard.

Kailh Cocoa Switch

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HMX Frost Switch

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6. acoustic set (e.g., internal sound-absorbing material)

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  • Pro (RGB Pro version)
    • The basic configuration is almost the same, but PET film is added in addition to the above.
  • Lite (Non RGB version)
    • This includes PORON plate forms, IXPE switch pads, PCB forms (PET insulated), and case forms (PET insulated).
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To be honest, this area may not be that different.

Other commonalities

  • Both frame materials are 6063 aluminum
  • Wired / 2.4G / Bluetooth 5.0 connection supported
  • Both boards are VIA compatible
  • Stabilizer is WOB Customized Stabilizer
  • Weight is almost the same, approx. 2380g
  • Common accessories, packaging, dedicated carrying case, etc.

The .json file to use VIA is here ▷▷▷.

Summary|A good one to buy

This is my review of the Wobkey Crush 80 Pro.

It is not often that I use the phrase “one of the best cars you can buy,” but this is definitely one of the best cars you can buy.

It is truly astounding that this “all-inclusive specification” is available at this price.

Although many people prefer the 75% layout, I personally feel that in the arrow key layout, it is still easier to use the independent layout.

Please consider purchasing at this time!

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