Hexgears E4Pro 99-Key Wireless Mechanical Keyboard with Hot-Swap Switches

The Hexgears E4Pro has a 99-key QWERTY layout in a dark blue finish, with PBT keycaps and a magnetic wrist rest. It connects over Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless, or USB-C. Want a compact board that still includes a number pad? This layout aims to keep those keys while taking up less desk space than a full-size keyboard.

Getting the most from it

The three connection options suit a desk setup that shifts between wired and wireless use. The product details say it can connect to up to five devices at once and switch between them with shortcut keys, which may help if you use a computer alongside a tablet or other compatible device. It’s listed as compatible with laptops, Mac, PC, tablets, and Xbox, check that your particular device supports the connection method you plan to use.

The Smoky Desert tactile switches provide a bump without an audible click, while the hot-swappable sockets support 3-pin and 5-pin switches. That gives owners a way to change switches without soldering, whether they want to explore different typing feedback or replace a switch later. The switches are described as pre-lubed, and the keyboard also has pre-lubed stabilizers.

For a practical setup, the magnetic wrist rest can be attached for longer typing sessions, and the dual-stage kickstands offer two adjustment positions. RGB backlighting has 18 modes, with custom effects available through a driver. The rechargeable battery is listed at 4,600mAh, but no runtime is specified, so capacity alone won’t tell you how often charging will be needed.

Benefits

The E4Pro combines several enthusiast-style features in a layout that retains a number pad. Its gasket structure, extended silicone pad, and three layers of filling are intended to soften the typing feel and reduce cavity noise. Those construction details may appeal if you want a more cushioned, quieter-sounding board than a basic mechanical keyboard, though the listing does not provide measured sound levels.

PBT keycaps let the backlight shine through the legends, and the included wrist rest and adjustable feet give you options for setting up the board at your desk. You’ll appreciate it if you want tactile switches, customizable lighting, and the ability to swap switches without soldering. Compared with a simpler wireless keyboard, this model offers more room for personalization, compared with a more demanding custom build, it arrives with switches and stabilizers already installed.

Key takeaways

The key choice is whether the 99-key format fits your routine. It keeps a number pad while being described as compact, making it relevant for mixed work and gaming setups where both number entry and desk space matter. The listed features also include full N-key rollover, macros and key combinations, and a Win lock switch for gaming.

The trade-off is that the E4Pro has more customization and setup features than someone seeking a straightforward keyboard may need. Also, while its battery capacity is stated, the available details do not give a battery-life estimate. Better avoided if a published runtime is essential to your decision.

Questions before you buy

Can you use it with a cable? Yes. USB-C wired connection is one of its three listed modes, alongside Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4GHz wireless.

Can you replace the switches? The hot-swap sockets support 3-pin and 5-pin switches, and replacement does not require soldering.

Does it include a wrist rest? Yes. A magnetic wrist rest and dual-stage kickstands are listed as included components.

Buying verdict

Choose the Hexgears E4Pro if you want a dark blue, 99-key mechanical keyboard with a number pad, tactile hot-swappable switches, and three connection modes. Its included wrist rest and multiple lighting options add flexibility for a desk shared between typing and gaming. If your priority is a simpler board with a clearly stated battery runtime, the available product details don’t establish whether this model meets that need.