be quiet! IO Center
7.9#2 in keyboard and mouse customization softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
Visitbe quiet! IO Center vs keyd
What both publish
| Fact | be quiet! IO Center | keyd |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Macro support | Yes | Yes |
| Per-app profiles | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | IO Center lets users adjust RGB lighting, fine-tune device settings, and configure keybindings. | keyd is a system-wide Linux daemon for remapping keys using kernel-level input primitives. |
| Support | The manufacturer’s contact page provides a dedicated topic for software issues and directs users to FAQs or direct contact. | The README directs users to file GitHub issues for missing features or bugs and lists the #keyd IRC channel on OFTC. |
| Supported operating systems | cross-platform | linux |
be quiet! IO Center plans
- IO CenterFree
keyd plans
- keydFree
Pick be quiet! IO Center if…
It suits owners of the listed be quiet! devices who want to adjust lighting, key assignments, macros, or profiles. The browser version may suit users on Windows, macOS, or Linux who use a Chromium-based browser and prefer not to create an account.
Pick keyd if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.