The Epomaker Luma100 is one of those keyboards that immediately gives a strong first impression the moment you take it out of the box. Epomaker kindly sent this keyboard over for review, but as always, all thoughts and opinions here are completely my own after spending time using it.
Low profile keyboards have always intrigued me. They promise a slimmer, more minimal desk presence while still offering the satisfying mechanical typing experience many of us enjoy. The Luma100 leans fully into that idea with a sleek and slim design that feels perfect for a compact yet professional setup. It is the kind of keyboard that looks just as at home on an office desk as it does packed into a bag for working on-the-go.
And after a week with it, I can say this keyboard definitely left an impression.
Unboxing the Epomaker Luma100
Inside the box were the usual accessories you would expect, along with a few nice touches:
- Keycap and switch puller
- 2 extra Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches
- USB-C cable for charging and wired connection
- Extra white keycaps for accent keys like ESC and Enter
- Adhesive rubber feet for height adjustment
The keyboard itself ships with purple accent keys for the ESC and Enter keys, which contrast beautifully against the mostly white keycap set. If you prefer a more uniform look, the included white replacements allow you to swap them out easily. Personally, I quite liked the purple accents since they add just enough personality without being overwhelming.
It also came equipped with Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches, which are linear switches designed specifically for low-profile keyboards.
One small detail I appreciated is how Epomaker handled the wireless dongle. Instead of hiding it somewhere inside the keyboard, the dongle is attached directly to the cable tie on the USB-C cable. It is such a simple idea, but it means you are far less likely to lose it.
While the anodized aluminum body gives the keyboard a very refined and premium feel, the aluminum finish can also be a bit of a fingerprint magnet, especially if you have slightly sweaty hands. It is not a major issue, but the keyboard does benefit from a quick wipe down every now and then to keep it looking pristine.
One thing to note is that the keyboard does not include built-in adjustable legs to change the typing angle. Instead, Epomaker provides adhesive rubber feet that you can attach to slightly raise the keyboard and adjust the typing angle to your preference.
With a 96% layout, the keyboard includes a numpad while still maintaining a relatively compact footprint. For work tasks, having the numpad available can be very useful while still saving desk space when compared to a full-size keyboard.
Linear switches have a smooth keystroke with no tactile bump, meaning the key press travels straight down without any feedback during actuation. Combined with the shorter travel of low-profile switches, the keyboard feels very responsive.
Because the actuation happens faster than traditional switches, there is a short adjustment period if you are used to standard mechanical keyboards. During the first few days, I noticed that I occasionally pressed keys too lightly or triggered them earlier than expected resulting in typos. However, once I adjusted to the shorter travel distance, the typing experience became smooth and fluid.
After a few days though, my fingers began adjusting to the rhythm of the keyboard, and the experience started to feel more natural.
Because the keyboard uses a low profile design, the lighting feels more subtle compared to some traditional mechanical keyboards where the LEDs can be very bright and dramatic. Instead, the glow sits neatly beneath the keys, giving the board a soft ambient effect that looks especially nice in a dim workspace.
Personally, I liked that the RGB does not overpower the clean white and purple aesthetic of the keyboard. It enhances the setup rather than becoming the main focus. If you prefer a minimal desk setup, the lighting can easily remain understated (turned off), but if you enjoy a bit of color, the effects add a nice visual element without taking away from the keyboard’s professional appearance.
Considering the tri-mode connectivity, hot-swappable switches, RGB lighting, and aluminum build, it feels like a fairly reasonable price point for what the keyboard offers.
If you are interested in checking it out, you can get the keyboard directly from Epomaker below.
If you enjoy the idea of a sleek low profile keyboard but want something that takes up less space on your desk or in your bag, the Luma84 and Luma40 are worth taking a look at. Both keep the same slim design philosophy of the Luma series, focusing on portability, minimalism, and a clean professional aesthetic.
The Luma84 offers a compact layout that removes the numpad while still keeping a comfortable typing experience for daily use. Meanwhile, the Luma40 goes even smaller, making it a great option for users who prioritize portability above everything else.
If the Luma100 feels slightly larger than what you are looking for, these two keyboards offer lighter and more compact alternatives within the same series.
For me, once I got used to the faster actuation and flatter keys, the Epomaker Luma100 really started to grow on me. The slim design makes it easy to bring around, the typing sound is pleasantly light, and the overall aesthetic feels clean and professional.
The numpad is also a big bonus for productivity tasks, especially when working with numbers during the day.
Because of that, this keyboard will likely be making its way into my office setup soon to join my Ajazz AK832. Between the portability, the elegant design, and the practicality of the full layout, the Luma100 feels like a natural fit for a work environment where space and convenience matter.
And sometimes, that is exactly what you want in a keyboard. Something simple, sleek, and reliable that quietly fits into your daily routine.
One small detail I appreciated is how Epomaker handled the wireless dongle. Instead of hiding it somewhere inside the keyboard, the dongle is attached directly to the cable tie on the USB-C cable. It is such a simple idea, but it means you are far less likely to lose it.
A Slim and Professional Low-Profile Design
One of the defining characteristics of the Luma100 is its low profile design. The keyboard is noticeably slimmer than traditional mechanical keyboards, giving it that sleek silhouette which feels very clean and modern. Because of its thinner design and weighing less than 1 kg (0.62kg), the Luma100 is incredibly easy to slip into it's carry case and bring it along to the office or a workspace outside the home.While the anodized aluminum body gives the keyboard a very refined and premium feel, the aluminum finish can also be a bit of a fingerprint magnet, especially if you have slightly sweaty hands. It is not a major issue, but the keyboard does benefit from a quick wipe down every now and then to keep it looking pristine.
One thing to note is that the keyboard does not include built-in adjustable legs to change the typing angle. Instead, Epomaker provides adhesive rubber feet that you can attach to slightly raise the keyboard and adjust the typing angle to your preference.
Connectivity and Everyday Practicality
The Luma100 also supports tri-mode connectivity:- 2.4GHz wireless
- Bluetooth
- USB wired
With a 96% layout, the keyboard includes a numpad while still maintaining a relatively compact footprint. For work tasks, having the numpad available can be very useful while still saving desk space when compared to a full-size keyboard.
Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches
My Luma100 came with Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches, which are linear switches designed specifically for low-profile keyboards.Linear switches have a smooth keystroke with no tactile bump, meaning the key press travels straight down without any feedback during actuation. Combined with the shorter travel of low-profile switches, the keyboard feels very responsive.
Because the actuation happens faster than traditional switches, there is a short adjustment period if you are used to standard mechanical keyboards. During the first few days, I noticed that I occasionally pressed keys too lightly or triggered them earlier than expected resulting in typos. However, once I adjusted to the shorter travel distance, the typing experience became smooth and fluid.
My Experience Switching to Low Profile Again
This is actually my second low profile keyboard. My first encounter with low profile keyboards which was the Ajazz AK832, which came with tactile brown switches.[First Look: Ajazz AK832 Wireless three mode mechanical keyboard (Brown Switch Model)]
The Luma100 has the Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches and does not provide the tactile bump or feedback that brown switches typically offer when a key is pressed. Instead, each keystroke feels smooth and uninterrupted, creating a lighter and more fluid typing experience that may take a little time to get used to if you are accustomed to tactile switches.
The Luma100 has the Epomaker Low-Profile Mint Switches and does not provide the tactile bump or feedback that brown switches typically offer when a key is pressed. Instead, each keystroke feels smooth and uninterrupted, creating a lighter and more fluid typing experience that may take a little time to get used to if you are accustomed to tactile switches.
Additionally, low profile keyboards also feel quite different physically. The keys sit much lower, resulting in a flatter typing angle compared to traditional mechanical keyboards with sculpted keycaps. For the sound profile, the Luma100 produces a lighter, higher pitched tap. It is not exactly bad, but is it different.
After a few days though, my fingers began adjusting to the rhythm of the keyboard, and the experience started to feel more natural.
A Subtle Touch of RGB
Even though the Luma100 leans toward a sleek and professional look, it still includes RGB lighting that adds a gentle touch of personality to the keyboard.Because the keyboard uses a low profile design, the lighting feels more subtle compared to some traditional mechanical keyboards where the LEDs can be very bright and dramatic. Instead, the glow sits neatly beneath the keys, giving the board a soft ambient effect that looks especially nice in a dim workspace.
Personally, I liked that the RGB does not overpower the clean white and purple aesthetic of the keyboard. It enhances the setup rather than becoming the main focus. If you prefer a minimal desk setup, the lighting can easily remain understated (turned off), but if you enjoy a bit of color, the effects add a nice visual element without taking away from the keyboard’s professional appearance.
Pros and Cons of the Luma100
Who Is the Epomaker Luma100 For?
Price and Availability
The Epomaker Luma100 is priced at around US$100 to US$119, which places it in the middle range for aluminum low-profile mechanical keyboards.Considering the tri-mode connectivity, hot-swappable switches, RGB lighting, and aluminum build, it feels like a fairly reasonable price point for what the keyboard offers.
If you are interested in checking it out, you can get the keyboard directly from Epomaker below.
Epomaker Luma100
A sleek and slim low profile keyboard designed for portability while still keeping the full layout and numpad for everyday productivity.
Buy the Epomaker Luma100If You Prefer Something More Compact
Besides the Epomaker Luma100, the Luma series already includes a few other interesting options that might appeal to those who prefer something even smaller and lighter.If you enjoy the idea of a sleek low profile keyboard but want something that takes up less space on your desk or in your bag, the Luma84 and Luma40 are worth taking a look at. Both keep the same slim design philosophy of the Luma series, focusing on portability, minimalism, and a clean professional aesthetic.
The Luma84 offers a compact layout that removes the numpad while still keeping a comfortable typing experience for daily use. Meanwhile, the Luma40 goes even smaller, making it a great option for users who prioritize portability above everything else.
If the Luma100 feels slightly larger than what you are looking for, these two keyboards offer lighter and more compact alternatives within the same series.
Explore Other Keyboards in the Epomaker Luma Series
If you like the sleek low profile design of the Luma100 but prefer something even more compact, the Luma84 and Luma40 are great alternatives within the same series.
| Keyboard | Description | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Luma84 | A compact low profile keyboard with an 84-key layout that removes the numpad while keeping a comfortable typing experience for daily work and typing. | |
| Luma40 | An ultra compact 40% keyboard designed for maximum portability while maintaining the sleek and minimal low profile design of the Luma series. |
Final Thoughts
Low profile keyboards can be a bit divisive. Some people immediately love them (particular if they are used to the laptop keys), while others prefer the deeper feel of traditional mechanical boards.For me, once I got used to the faster actuation and flatter keys, the Epomaker Luma100 really started to grow on me. The slim design makes it easy to bring around, the typing sound is pleasantly light, and the overall aesthetic feels clean and professional.
The numpad is also a big bonus for productivity tasks, especially when working with numbers during the day.
Because of that, this keyboard will likely be making its way into my office setup soon to join my Ajazz AK832. Between the portability, the elegant design, and the practicality of the full layout, the Luma100 feels like a natural fit for a work environment where space and convenience matter.
And sometimes, that is exactly what you want in a keyboard. Something simple, sleek, and reliable that quietly fits into your daily routine.
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