{"product_id":"offsetkey-wireless-split-trackball-keyboard-kit","title":"OffsetKey Wireless Split Trackball Keyboard Kit – Dual-Mode, Open-Source ZMK Firmware","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOffsetKey – Wireless Split Trackball Keyboard Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully split mechanical keyboard with a built-in trackball. Place each half where it feels right, control your cursor with your thumb, and skip the mouse. Runs on open-source ZMK firmware — \u003cstrong\u003efully customizable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully split — position each half independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb-operated trackball — replaces your mouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-mode wireless: Bluetooth + 2.4GHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-source ZMK firmware — remap keys, adjust trackball sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMX hotswap sockets — compatible with standard and low-profile switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrackball Edition (No Switches\/Keycaps)\u003c\/strong\u003e — $119 · Kit only, bring your own switches \u0026amp; keycaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrackball Edition + Switches + Keycaps\u003c\/strong\u003e — $149 · Ready to build ⭐ Most popular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplit Edition (No Trackball\/Screen)\u003c\/strong\u003e — $98 · Core kit, no trackball module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplit Edition + Switches + Keycaps\u003c\/strong\u003e — $109\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to a split Alice layout?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAlice is one piece with a fixed angle. OffsetKey's two halves are completely independent — set them as wide apart as you need. Better for shoulder comfort over long sessions.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the trackball comfortable to use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. It sits within natural thumb reach so your wrist stays still. Most users stop using a mouse within a week or two. A wrist rest helps.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the trackball work as a standalone mouse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNo — it's driven by the keyboard's controller and can't be used independently.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood for long typing sessions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThat's the point. The split layout keeps wrists neutral and reduces shoulder tension. There's a short adaptation period (1–2 weeks), then it feels normal.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it fully replace a mouse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFor most people, yes.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTip: lower the sensitivity at first to build muscle memory faster.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it support low-profile switches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — standard MX hotswap sockets, compatible with both regular and low-profile MX switches.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"SplitKeb","offers":[{"title":"Trackball – Kit Only","offer_id":48713840689384,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Trackball – With Switches \u0026 Keycaps","offer_id":48713840722152,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split – Kit Only","offer_id":48713840754920,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split – With Switches \u0026 Keycaps","offer_id":48713840787688,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4010\/4168\/files\/O1CN01IBq5QV1UCo9hYLJwK_hdr___695432482.jpg_q50.jpg__1.webp?v=1783501984","url":"https:\/\/splitkeb.com\/products\/offsetkey-wireless-split-trackball-keyboard-kit","provider":"SplitKeb","version":"1.0","type":"link"}