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Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Layout size:TKLConnection type:USBSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

80%

5.0

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 91% of keyboards
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

34%

5.0

Connectivity & Power

28%

2.0

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

3.5

Features

6%

7.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 91% of keyboards
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.8

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 83% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Varmilo Moonlight VEA88

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

34%

5.0

Connectivity & Power

28%

2.0

Switches

20%

9.5

Materials

12%

3.5

Features

6%

7.3

Design

5.0
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

1.8

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
1.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Popularity:
Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 has a popularity score of 1.8 points, which is lower than that of 79.8% of products in this category.
1.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

6.8
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
tactile
Switch name
Cherry MX
Actuation force
45 g
Min actuation distance
2 mm
Min actuation distance
2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 2 mm, which is longer than 66.5% of keyboards and equal to 33.2% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
Capacitive
Layout size
TKL
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
88
N. of keys
88
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 88 keys, which is more than 62.9% of keyboards and equal to 0.9% of keyboards.
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB
Connection type
USB
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This keyboard offers USB connectivity, which is less versatile than 57.6% of keyboards and equal to 42.5% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
N/A
Bluetooth version
?
Mac compatibility
no
Mac compatibility
no
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This keyboard is not Mac compatible. 42.4% of keyboards work with Mac.
Battery life
N/A
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RGB lighting
no
RGB lighting
no
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This keyboard does not have RGB lighting. 87.9% of keyboards include RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
no
Per-key RGB
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This keyboard does not have per-key RGB. 72.8% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
RGB zones
0
RGB zones
0
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 0 RGB zones, which is fewer than 86.3% of keyboards and equal to 13.7% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
Underglow / side lighting
no
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This keyboard does not include underglow lighting. 8% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
north-facing
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Case material
plastic
Plate material
steel
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
OEM
Legend method
dye-sub
Legend method
dye-sub
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, which are less durable than 75.1% of keyboards and equal to 10.9% of keyboards.
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Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 vs the average keyboard

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  • 1 more keys
    N. of keys
    88
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (88 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    88 vs 87
  • 1 more keys
    N. of keys
    88
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (88 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    88 vs 87
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • No hot-swap support
    Hot-swappable switches
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This keyboard does not support hot-swappable switches, the average keyboard does. 64.7% of keyboards support hot-swappable switches.
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 83 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (0 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    0 vs 83
  • No onboard memory
    Onboard memory
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not include onboard memory, the average keyboard does. 85.6% of keyboards include onboard memory.
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This keyboard does not have RGB lighting, the average keyboard does. 87.7% of keyboards feature RGB lighting.
  • 15.5% worse value for money
    Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 has worse value for money than the average keyboard (6.79 vs 7.8).
    6.79 vs 7.84
  • 3.35x less popular
    Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.84 vs 6.2).
    1.84 vs 6.15
  • 6% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Varmilo Moonlight VEA88
    the average keyboard
    Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.55 vs 8.000).
    7.55 vs 8
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 is more expensive than the average keyboard (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 3 older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This keyboard is older than the average keyboard (2020 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    September 2020
    2020 vs 2023
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • No hot-swap support
    Hot-swappable switches
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This keyboard does not support hot-swappable switches, the average keyboard does. 64.7% of keyboards support hot-swappable switches.
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Less durable legends
    Legend method
    dye-sub
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This keyboard uses dye-sub legends, while the average keyboard uses double-shot.
    dye-sub vs double-shot
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
  • No onboard memory
    Onboard memory
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not include onboard memory, the average keyboard does. 85.6% of keyboards include onboard memory.
  • 83 fewer RGB zones
    RGB zones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (0 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    0 vs 83
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This keyboard does not have RGB lighting, the average keyboard does. 87.7% of keyboards feature RGB lighting.

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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digitec.ch
15/05/2021
Summary of the review
Questions about Varmilo Moonlight VA88 - Digitec Community Test
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varmilo.com
19/10/2026
Summary of the review
Moonlight 87/108/109 - Varmilo FR
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gouforit.com
13/01/2026
Summary of the review
Varmilo VEA88 TKL Keyboard: Review and Opinion", "Varmilo VEA88 TKL Keyboard Review
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Third-party reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Varmilo Moonlight VEA88

  • High-quality build with a 'rock-solid' and heavy feel that prevents slipping on desks
  • Premium V-Silk PBT keycaps are durable, textured, and resistant to developing shine over time
  • Quiet and satisfying typing experience, especially with silent switch options
  • Aesthetically pleasing 'Moonlight' color scheme with vibrant cyan accents
  • Compact TKL (80%) form factor provides more desk space for mouse movement
  • Dye-sublimated legends ensure that keycap labels do not fade with heavy use
  • Features genuine, well-lubricated stabilizers for a smooth key feel

What we don't like about Varmilo Moonlight VEA88

  • White LED backlighting is often described as 'useless' because it does not shine through the thick PBT keycaps
  • Indicator LEDs for Caps Lock and Scroll Lock are located above the Home key and can be difficult to see while seated
  • Reports of 'spring ping' or 'ringy' resonance sounds on larger keys like backspace and return
  • The mini-USB/USB-C connection can feel loose or detach easily if the board is moved frequently
  • Lacks advanced features such as RGB lighting, software support, or macro programmability
  • Manual and official instructions for lighting modes and key combinations can be confusing or poorly translated

Verdict

The Varmilo Moonlight VEA88 is a high-quality tenkeyless (80%) wired mechanical keyboard featuring a sturdy plastic chassis with an internal steel plate, weighing approximately 950g for stability. It is characterized by its signature 'Moonlight' aesthetic with grey and blue-accented PBT dye-sublimated keycaps in a Cherry profile, paired with white LED backlighting and a 1000Hz polling rate for responsive performance. Main pros include its exceptional build quality, premium typing feel with factory-lubricated stabilizers, and diverse switch options like Cherry MX or Varmilo EC. However, notable cons include its lack of macro programmability, the use of an older mini/micro USB connection rather than USB-C, and limited ergonomics due to the absence of a built-in wrist rest.

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