The DAREU COOL98 is a 98% hot-swappable mechanical keyboard with 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB-C connectivity, suited to gamers and office users who want a numeric keypad and function keys in a more compact layout.
Recommended For
- FPS players who want SOCD support for handling opposing directional inputs while keeping a number pad and function keys for everyday desk use. This is a mechanical-switch keyboard with SOCD, not a magnetic-switch keyboard.
- People who switch between a computer and a phone or tablet and want wired, 2.4GHz, and Bluetooth connection options in one keyboard.
- Spreadsheet users and other desk workers who regularly enter numbers and want a compact 98% layout that retains a numeric keypad.
- Mechanical-keyboard hobbyists who want to swap compatible switches and prefer a gasket-mounted build with layered sound-dampening materials.
- Desk-setup enthusiasts who want a translucent keyboard with prominent RGB lighting and a halo light strip as part of their workspace.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Gaming and office use, with a 98% mechanical layout, USB/2.4GHz/Bluetooth connectivity, and support for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android |
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| Layout And Design | 98% standard layout in black; no palm rest included |
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| Switches And Keycaps | Hot-swappable DAREU switches, available in LATTE or MIRAGE; transparent PC keycaps with PBT side printing |
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| Connectivity And Compatibility | USB, 2.4GHz, and Bluetooth interfaces, with up to 10 m operating distance; supports Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android |
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| Lighting | Backlit keyboard |
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| Power | 8000mAh power source |
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| Dimensions And Weight | 390 × 139.2 × 43 mm; approximately 1,200 g ±50 g |
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| Included Items | Keyboard, cable, product manual, and keycap-and-switch puller; mouse not included |
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| Model Identifiers | DAREU COOL 98, part number TK52QF08002G |
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