Lofree Flow 2 review

If you’re looking for a low-profile keyboard, you may have a few options in mind – perhaps the Asus ROG Falchion RX Low Profile or the NuPhy Air60 HE. However, if you go a little off the beaten path, you’ll find an absolutely stellar board that ticks many boxes for gamers and typists alike.

Enter Lofree Flow 2which is a sequel to the original Flow. The latter is one of my favorite low-profile mechanical keyboards, so it’s demanding to imitate. However, Lofree Flow 2 proved that lightning can strike twice.

One of the surprising aspects of the original Lofree Flow – considering how hidden the brand was at the time – was its undeniably high-quality construction. The good news is that with Lofree Flow 2 you can still enjoy the premium feel and attention to detail. If anything, it has been raised significantly.

But first, you’ll need to choose one of three size options: 100 keys (96%), 84 keys (75%), or 68 keys (65%). We reviewed the 84-key version and it strikes a comfortable balance between functionality and portability.

It also comes with a 3,000 mAh battery – up from 2,000 mAh in the first flow – which Lofree claims will give you up to 120 hours with the backlight off, or up to 17 hours with full lightweight. This is much less than the 430 hours promised by Asus ROG Falchion RX Low Profile, which is a pity. Fortunately, we were given a little more time than Lofree anticipated: in Bluetooth mode with the backlight set to maximum, our device went from 90% to empty in 22 hours. It’s not the most sturdy keyboard you’ll ever exploit, and it’s clear that portability was a priority over a massive battery.

When you unbox the Lofree Flow 2, one of the first things you’ll notice is its solid aluminum casing with an anodized silver finish. It oozes class and feels rock solid in your hand, with no kinks or kinks. However, it’s still lightweight and compact enough to take to your next LAN party.

This mercury frame contrasts with the dim PBT and polycarbonate double keys. They have been enlarged compared to those in the first Lofree Flow to make them easier to find by touch. There’s also backlighting, and while it’s incredibly acute in low lightweight, the slim Legends make it a little harder to see during the day. You only get a white backlight option, so if you want to scorch your retinas with an RGB lightweight festival, you may be disappointed.

On the back, Lofree added two foldable metal legs that allow you to adjust the keyboard angle. This was one of the main drawbacks of the previous Lofree Flow model – it completely lacked adjustable feet – and the improvement in typing comfort was noticeable. As a little bonus, the stands in the updated version cleverly hide the mode switch, which is used to switch between wired and Bluetooth mode or to turn off the keyboard.

On the right side there is what could be described as a marketing gimmick: a black bar that responds to touch. By default this controls the system volume, but exploit it by holding down the Function key and it will adjust the screen brightness instead. This was the only noticeable disappointment with the keyboard: in practice it was noticeably fiddly and unstable, and rarely increased the volume at the desired rate. I’m not a huge fan of keyboard control knobs, but even one of these would be a better solution.

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We were sent a unit with Kailh Pulse switches, which provide a tactile impact with every press. These switches are very satisfying to exploit and, combined with the wider keycaps, make typing speedy and comfortable. Lofree also offers linear and quiet options.

There are five layers of damping materials inside, including silicone pads, IXPE switch foam, PET damping sheet and more. The result is a satisfying, clamorous typing sound that is pleasant to the ear in most cases. The exception is the spacebar, which emits a noticeably different sound for each different key. It’s a little annoying, although (hopefully) not enough to ruin your day.

Even beyond the major changes and features, Lofree has added many petite tweaks that improve the experience. Each key bevel has been beveled to provide a sharper edge, making them easier to locate by touch. Switch tolerances have been reduced to provide smoother and more stable keystrokes. The number of contact points on each switch has been doubled from six to 12 to evenly distribute wear and keep the bridge more centered. I could go on.

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You may not notice each of these changes individually, but they really add up. This applies to both gaming and typing, and when Lofree Flow 2 jumped into action, I was surprisingly content with its performance, even in fast-paced shooters like Call of Duty.

The wider, clearer keys no doubt helped, and for the most part he performed admirably. That said, if you’re looking for something truly stern for the arena, you may want to look elsewhere. Its low-profile keys will always be harder to find by touch than its full-size counterpart, no matter what Lofree has done to improve things, and it lacks any gamer-specific features like macro keys or a quick fire mode.

Still, you can create your own macros thanks to VIA support in Flow 2, which is a useful addition. They’re not on the same level as some of the dedicated gaming features you see on boards from the likes of Razer and Logitech, but they’re welcome nonetheless.

But then again, if you need features like these, a low-profile keyboard like the Lofree Flow 2 probably won’t be right for you anyway. The target audience is much more interested in a satisfying typing feeling and excellent build quality, and in these areas this device is a real winner.

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