Fantech MAXFIT6 QMK Wireless Keyboard Review

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As a writer at Thumb Culture I’ve been lucky enough to test out a number of Fantech products including the Maxfit Air and the Aria II Pro. And today I bring you more! This time it’s the turn of the MAXFIT6 wireless keyboard, the latest release from the company. I have tested it across many silly games and many boring work days to see whether it’s worth investing.

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You can grab the MAXFIT6 for £41.00 which is relatively cheap for a mechanical keyboard but does the low price point compromise the quality?

Design

The MAXFIT6 is available in two colours – black and white. I received the white version of the keyboard and honestly I really love the simplicity of it all. The two transparent keys add a little bit of character without looking cheap or tacky. You can also choose the types of cherry switches that you have. My keyboard had the tactile brown switches however there is also a white switch that suits your style. For me the brown switches were a little bit too loud so I was probably better suited to the white keycaps.

Where this keyboard really excels is the amount of customisation that you can have. Included in the box is a switch/keycap puller as well as a plain white version of the escape and enter key if you’re not a fan of the transparent style. The gasket-mounted board also allows for switches to be switched out so if you’re not a fan of the switches available you can change them for your go-to.

A close up of a transparent enter key on a Fantech keyboard — Adding a little bit of character with that retro transparent style

Customisation goes a step further with the QMK/VIA firmware which allows you to change anything and everything that you possibly could. You can adapt this keyboard to be perfect for your play style. It can be a little overwhelming if you’ve never used the program before and I didn’t really do much with it as I liked the way that the keyboard came out of the box.

Connectivity

The MAXFIT6 is pretty versatile in terms of its connectivity option. There is the standard wired connection that has a typical USB-C port. The wire included with the keyboard is USB-A to USB-C so perfect for any typical gaming PC. The second connectivity option is a Bluetooth connection. I used the MAXFIT6 as a keyboard for work as well as gaming just to get the most use out of it and the connection was really strong. You have three different Bluetooth connections open so you can have multiple devices connected.

Using the FN key and Q, W, or E you can switch between channels which was smooth and fast. I’ve had a few keyboards in the past where changing the number of the connection took a decent length of time but that’s not the case with the MAXFIT6. It’s pretty seamless in changing. Finally, there is also a 2.4GHz connection which allows a better connection that Bluetooth. As a result, if you prefer a wireless approach to gaming, definitely opt for the 2.4GHZ, it had quicker reaction times and just an overall better reaction whilst the Bluetooth connection worked fine for regular every day tasks.

You don’t have to worry about constantly charging the MAXFIT6 either as it has a battery life of 200 hours. I found that I very rarely had to charge it at all despite heavy usage across work and gaming!

A close up of a keyboard with a rainbow LED backlight — Who doesn’t love RGB backlight?

MAXFIT6 vs Maxfit Air

As mentioned, I have already tested the Maxfit Air which is a low profile keyboard in comparison to the MAXFIT6 which has a much sturdier base. The thicker base of the MAXFIT6 definitely feels sturdier but doesn’t add a massive amount of weight. As a result, it felt a lot more comfortable to type with. If you’re looking for something that is a bit more travel friendly then I would definitely choose the Air over the MAXFIT. However, if you’re someone that keeps their keyboard in one place I can’t deny the quality of the MAXFIT6.

Final Thoughts

Despite the loudness of the keys which is purely my own pickiness, I couldn’t fault this keyboard. It’s really comfortable to type on and is much sturdier than its Air companion. I think after changing the switches to one that I prefer it will pretty much be the perfect keyboard. You also can’t fault the price point when similar keyboards are going for £70+ and offering the same experience when you use them.

As a result I have to give the Fantech MAXFIT6 QMK Mechanical Keyboard the Thumb Culture Platinum Award.

Disclaimer: A keyboard was received in order to write this review.

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Alex Crooks

My favourite kind of games are the ones that make you cry… and by cry I mean throw your controller at a wall because I definitely dodged that attack but I’m still somehow dead. Or cry because that jumpscare was just uncalled for and now I need to recover before I can make my way down another scary, dark corridor.

I’m as old as the first Tomb Raider and feel like I’ve been playing games ever since. I’m a Playstation girlie that dabbles in Switch and PC games. Don’t ask me about Bloodborne unless you’re ready to listen to me ramble on for hours.

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