Life & fun · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to Bayleaf – Building a low-profile wireless split keyboard
Hey HN, I built a wireless, split, ultra-low profile keyboard from scratch called Bayleaf. As a beginner I learned all things electronics, PCB-building, designing for manufacturing, and many other hardware-related skills to put this together. This case study dives into the build process and of course the final result, hope you enjoy!
Bayleaf is a wireless, split, ultra-low profile keyboard built from scratch by someone documenting their hardware journey. The project demonstrates the maker's self-taught skills in electronics, PCB design, and… Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes.
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Keychron K7▲225An ultra-slim wireless mechanical keyboard
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NuPhy Air75▲98An ultra-slim wireless mechanical keyboard with PBT keycaps
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Keychron K12▲136A versatile 60% wireless mechanical keyboard
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I had an issue a few years ago - every ergonomic keyboard I tried had the switches too close to each other and my fingers were cramped in that small space. Then I decided to create a keyboard which is suitable for larger hands and eliminates most of the wrist movement. 34 keys was the most optimized version for achieving as little wrist movement as possible. You can try the fitment for your palm IRL with the printable template on the website.
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A custom iOS keyboard for easy, ergonomic one-handed typing
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Keychron K6▲123A compact 65% wireless mechanical keyboard
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Hi HN! I built Bluetooth USB Peripheral Relay, a tool that lets Bluetooth devices (like keyboards and mice) connect to USB-only hosts using a Raspberry Pi Zero W. Why? My friend needed a way to use his Bluetooth mouse and keyboard on a PC with Bluetooth disabled due to policy restrictions. This tool acts as a bridge, relaying Bluetooth input over USB. It also lets you use Bluetooth peripherals with older devices that only support USB input. Tech: Written in Go, optimized for Raspberry Pi Zero W. I love HN’s community and often lurk here—I’m hoping this project is useful or at least sparks…
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