Chosfox Vero75 Review – Lowprofile of the Year?
Chosfox and I have a bit of history. They sent me a tiny, very micro board before this one. It had potential, but it also had issues, and I said so in the review. Instead of ghosting me, they did something rare in this space. They reached out, asked for more detailed feedback, and actually acted on it.
Now they are back with the Chosfox Vero75, a low profile 75 percent keyboard that feels like the answer to the question, “What if an Apple style board actually sounded and felt good to type on?”
Spoiler: it gets very close. With a couple of important caveats.
⌨️🦊 Chosfox Vero75 Low Profile Keyboard: https://chosfox.com/tristan (5% off with code TRISTAN)
⚠️ Kickstarter if you like risk: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chosfox/vero75-the-first-low-profile-keyboard-with-a-curved-design
Design – Minimal, Curved, And Weirdly Charming
Out of the box, the Vero75 does not scream “Kickstarter experiment.” It looks like a finished product.
You get a full aluminum chassis with clean, rounded edges and a low, curved profile that visually hugs the desk. The back plate has cutouts and accents that make it look like a little alien face when you flip it over. It is playful without turning into gamer spaceship cosplay.
On the bottom you get:
- Rubber feet that actually grip
- A hardware switch for 2.4 GHz vs Bluetooth
- A recessed area for the 2.4 GHz dongle
- Clean routing with no random logos slapped everywhere
On top, the layout is a 75 percent with separated arrow keys and a sensible cluster on the right. It is compact, but not so tiny that you feel like you are typing on a laptop from a plane tray table.
There is also one thing that immediately stands out once you start typing.
The Keycaps – PBT, Low Profile, And Sloped The “Wrong” Way
Chosfox went with low profile PBT keycaps instead of the big MOA style caps that a lot of low profile boards use. That alone is a win. PBT means:
- Less shine over time
- Fewer visible scratches
- A more textured feel under the fingers
The legends are clean, the colors are mostly tasteful, and they include both Mac and Windows modifier sets, plus some fun artisan style Escape keys including the little fox holding the Escape label.
But then there is the profile direction.
The caps are sloped in a way that makes it feel like they are leaning toward the back of the board. When you rest your fingers on the home row, it can feel as if the tops of the keys are slightly running away from you.
Some people might not care. Some might even like it. For me it feels like someone flipped the direction of the profile. I kept catching myself thinking, “If this were reversed, it would feel perfect.”
The color choice in the middle of the alphas also introduces a slightly bluish tint that does not really match the rest of the board. It is not a deal breaker, just one of those little aesthetic things that make you tilt your head.
The good news is that in spite of those quirks, the actual typing feel is great.
Switches – Kale Low Profile And Very Satisfying
Under the keycaps you will find Kale low profile switches. If you have typed on Kale low profiles before, you already know they are:
- Smooth
- Consistent
- Surprisingly satisfying for their height
On this board they feel tight and well supported in the plate. Pulling them out is a little scary because they are in there firmly and you do not get spare switches in the box, so ripping one out the wrong way can mean a bad day.
Once you start typing though, you get why I was willing to risk a finger with the puller. The board has a thicky, dense sound that is very rare in low profile land.
It is not hollow, it does not have that sharp plastic ring, and it definitely does not sound like a laptop keyboard that took a weekend class in being mechanical. It sounds like a proper mechanical keyboard, just shorter.
RGB – South Facing And Bright Enough To Light A Small Room
The Vero75 uses south facing RGB, which is already a plus for keycap compatibility and overall look. Combine that with a light colored plate and the result is a board that glows.
Not “glow somewhere in there if the room is dark” glows. This thing actually throws light.
- Under each key the diffusion looks even
- The side profile catches the glow nicely
- With the lights off it turns into a rainbow desk lamp
If you are a “lights off, RGB on” person, you are going to be happy here. If you are mining for battery life, you can of course turn it off, but I ran it with the lights on and did not manage to kill the battery in normal use.
Connectivity – Tri Mode With 1000 Hz Wireless
One of the big surprises here is that this is not just a pretty desk toy. It is actually built to keep up.
You get:
- Wired USB C for maximum reliability
- Bluetooth for quick pairing with phones, tablets, or laptops
- 2.4 GHz wireless with a polling rate up to 1000 Hz
That last part is what makes it interesting for gaming. A lot of low profile boards tap out at 125 Hz or 250 Hz over wireless and you feel that mushiness when you play something like Battlefield.
On the Vero75, 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz feels snappy, especially for a low profile keyboard that looks like it belongs in a minimalist productivity setup. Typing is crisp, and in games I did not feel like the board was the bottleneck.
Is it Wooting level input wizardry? No. But for a low profile, pre built board, this is more than enough.
Software – QMK, VIA, And Customization
The board supports QMK and VIA, which is a big relief. That means you are not locked behind some random proprietary Windows only config tool that looks like it was built in 2004.
You can:
- Remap keys
- Set layers
- Adjust lighting effects
- Tune it to your workflow or game layout
If you already live in the QMK and VIA ecosystem, the Vero75 slots into that nicely and gives you the flexibility you are used to.
Real World Use – Work, Gaming, And Daily Life
On the desk, the Vero75 hits a comfortable sweet spot.
For work:
- The typing angle is low enough that you do not really need flip out feet
- The sound is present and satisfying without being absurdly loud
- The layout gives you arrows and navigation without eating your desk
For gaming:
- 1000 Hz 2.4 GHz feels responsive
- The Kale switches provide good feedback without being too heavy
- The compact footprint leaves more room for your mouse hand
For mixed Mac and Windows users:
- The extra keycaps make it easy to match the OS you are on
- Swapping between platforms is mostly painless
The only thing that may bother you long term if you are picky is that reversed feeling slope on the keycaps. It is not painful, it is just… off, especially if you are used to classic Cherry or OEM style profiles.
The Kickstarter Caveat
We have to talk about the thing that will matter a lot more than switch choice for many people.
Right now, the Vero75 is available through Kickstarter.
I am going to be blunt. I do not love this. Especially when:
- The company already sells other products
- They are not trying to raise some massive, life changing amount
- The design feels close to finished
Kickstarter shifts the risk from the brand to the customer. If things go wrong, the buyers eat it. For a totally new unknown company, that is already dicey. For an established brand that clearly can manufacture and sell keyboards, I would much rather see a straight retail release.
The board I have in hand is good. If this exact keyboard hit a store page tomorrow, I would say “yes, this is worth putting on your short list if you like low profile boards.”
That is why my recommendation here is simple:
- If you love risk and you want to be early, fine, back the Kickstarter.
- If you want a safer bet, wait for the retail version once it hits the Chosfox store.
There is no price clarity for the final version yet, and that is another reason to be patient.
Who Is The Vero75 For
The Chosfox Vero75 is for you if:
- You want a low profile board that does not sound like a laptop
- You like clean, minimal design with a bit of personality
- You need Mac and Windows compatibility
- You want tri mode and 1000 Hz wireless in something slim
- You prefer PBT keycaps and a more premium build
It is probably not for you if:
- You hate any kind of Kickstarter or group buy risk
- You are extremely sensitive to keycap profile and slope direction
- You want bright, perfectly matching colorways out of the box
- You insist on traditional full height switches
Pros And Cons
Pros
- Fantastic sound for a low profile board – thick, satisfying, and not hollow
- Full aluminum chassis that feels premium and solid in the hand
- Tri mode connectivity with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired USB C
- Up to 1000 Hz polling over wireless, which makes it legit for gaming
- PBT low profile keycaps that resist scratches and shine
- Mac and Windows compatibility with extra keycaps in the box
- QMK and VIA support for real customization
- Fun design details like the fox Escape key and “little face” underside
Cons
- Keycap slope feels reversed to some hands and may be hard to unsee once you notice it
- Middle keycaps have a bluish tint that does not quite match the rest of the board
- No spare switches included, even though the sockets are tight and hard to pull from
- Kickstarter only at the moment, which shifts risk to the buyer
- No clear retail pricing yet, making it hard to judge value long term
If Chosfox cleans up the keycap situation a bit, nails down the final price, and gets this out of Kickstarter and into their store, the Vero75 could easily be one of the best low profile boards of the year for people who want a board that looks modern and minimal but still gives you that satisfying mechanical sound and feel.
⌨️🦊 Chosfox Vero75 Low Profile Keyboard: https://chosfox.com/tristan (5% off with code TRISTAN)
⚠️ Kickstarter if you like risk: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chosfox/vero75-the-first-low-profile-keyboard-with-a-curved-design
Until then, I would keep an eye on it, listen to the sound test, and decide how much risk you are willing to take for something this pretty and this thcky in low profile form.
