Compact Keyboards Compared: TH33, Carbon60, and Galaxy70
By EPOMAKER — Crafted to sound right. | Published: 2026-10-20
Category: Comparisons
Compare the EPOMAKER TH33 numpad, Carbon60 60%, and Galaxy70 75% keyboard. Find which small mechanical keyboard fits your desk, workflow, and budget.
Quick answer
For a dedicated numpad that works with any setup, choose the TH33. For the smallest possible typing keyboard, pick the Carbon60. If you need arrow keys and a knob but no numpad, the Galaxy70 is the balanced choice.
Layout and size trade-offs
The biggest difference between these three compact keyboards is their layout and how it changes your workflow. The Carbon60 uses a 61-key 60% layout, which removes the function row, arrow keys, and navigation cluster. This makes it the smallest option, but you lose dedicated keys for quick edits. The Galaxy70 uses a 75% layout with home clusters and a metal knob, keeping arrow keys and common navigation keys while saving space compared to a full-size board. The TH33 is not a full keyboard but a wireless numpad, designed to add number entry and navigation keys to any existing setup.
Connectivity and use case
The TH33 supports Bluetooth 5.0 and can connect to up to 5 devices, making it easy to switch between a laptop, tablet, and desktop. It includes keys like Delete, Home, End, and Page Up/Down, which are useful for spreadsheets and gaming. The Carbon60 and Galaxy70 are wired keyboards that connect directly to your computer. If you need to move between devices often, the TH33 offers flexibility that the others do not.
Trade-offs at a glance
- TH33 – The add-on numpad: Best if you already have a keyboard but need a dedicated numpad for data entry, spreadsheets, or gaming. Wireless and portable, but it is not a standalone typing keyboard.
- Carbon60 – The true minimalist: Best if you want the smallest possible keyboard for typing and don't need arrow keys or a function row. The carbon fiber case adds durability, but you must rely on layers for navigation. Check if your daily tasks require arrow keys or a function row before choosing this layout.
- Galaxy70 – The space-saver with keys: Best if you want a compact keyboard that still has arrow keys, navigation keys, and a knob. It removes the numpad but keeps the most used keys, making it a practical middle ground.
Product facts
- EPOMAKER TH33: The TH33 is a multi-function wireless numpad that supports Bluetooth 5.0 and can switch between up to 5 paired devices. You can use it as a standalone numpad for number entry or as a shortcut pad for navigation keys, and move it between devices without re-pairing.
EPOMAKER TH33 - EPOMAKER Carbon60: The Carbon60 features a 61-key layout with a carbon fiber case and spray paint finish. The compact size and durable case make it ideal for minimalist desks where every inch matters, but you lose dedicated arrow and navigation keys.
EPOMAKER Carbon60 - Epomaker Galaxy70: The Galaxy70 uses a 75% layout with home clusters and a metal knob, building on the Galaxy80's TKL design. You keep arrow keys and common navigation keys while saving space, plus the knob gives you quick volume or function control without reaching for your mouse.
Which one fits you?
Best for
- Gamers or data workers who need a wireless numpad alongside their main keyboard – choose the TH33
- Typists or minimalists who want the smallest possible desk footprint and can adapt to layers – choose the Carbon60
- Everyday users who want a compact layout with arrow keys and a knob but no numpad – choose the Galaxy70
Not for
- Anyone who needs a full-size numpad built into their main typing keyboard – none of these replace a full-size board
