What It Feels Like to Type On
The keyboard's exact switch type isn't specified in the product listing, which is unusual at this price point. If switch feel matters to you, it's worth checking the manufacturer's site before ordering. The price range here typically gets you a sturdier frame and PBT keycaps that resist shine over time, which is a meaningful upgrade over budget tier.
Worth noting on the AULA F99 Pro Wireless Keyboard specifically - reviews repeatedly flag "Hot swappable" as a standout.
Specs at a Glance
- Brand: Aula
- Price: $75.89 (well above the $63.21 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.6 of 5.0
- Reviews: 656
- Category rank: #61 of 141 in gaming keyboards
- Cheaper in category: 111 products
- Higher-rated in category: 24 products
- More-reviewed in category: 62 products
Real-World Feedback
656 reviews and a 4.6-star average is a strong signal. At this scale, manufactured reviews would have to be unrealistically pervasive to move the score this much, which means the satisfaction is real for the typical buyer.
Common positives:
- Hot swappable
- Tri-mode connectivity
- RGB backlit
Common complaints:
- Higher price
- Limited battery life
The Field Around It
At $75.89, the AULA F99 Pro Wireless Keyboard sits well above the $63.21 category average. 111 options are cheaper and 29 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Redragon K552 Gaming Keyboard ($29.99, 4.5β , 39,549 reviews). It's $45.90 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Cheaper alternatives worth a look:
- HITIME x XVX M67 Keyboard - $58.89, 4.9β (79 reviews) Β· Better on both axes
- HITIME M67 60% Gaming Keyboard - $55.79, 4.9β (79 reviews) Β· Better on both axes
- AULA F87 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard - $59.99, 4.8β (270 reviews) Β· Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the HITIME x XVX M67 Keyboard at 4.9β . If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the Guiheng 60% Mechanical Keyboard at $13.99.
Who Should Get This
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (hot swappable or tri-mode connectivity), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Best fit for:
- Quality-first buyers who prioritize a track record of satisfaction over saving a few dollars
- Buyers who want RGB or aesthetic features
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Hot swappable
- Tri-mode connectivity
- RGB backlit
Cons:
- Higher price
- Limited battery life
The Verdict
7.4/10
Functional, mid-pack option. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing pushing it above the better-ranked alternatives either.
