be quiet! IO Center
7.9#2 in keyboard and mouse customization softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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X-keys MacroWorks
6.4#67 in keyboard and mouse customization softwareFree planFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | be quiet! IO Center | X-keys MacroWorks |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Glinde, Germany | Williamston, Michigan, USA |
| Macro support | Yes | Yes |
| Onboard device memory | Yes | Yes |
| Per-app profiles | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | IO Center lets users adjust RGB lighting, fine-tune device settings, and configure keybindings. | MacroWorks is free programming software for X-keys that supports all features on all current X-keys. |
| Support | The manufacturer’s contact page provides a dedicated topic for software issues and directs users to FAQs or direct contact. | The maker directs users who need help getting started to [email protected]. |
| Supported operating systems | cross-platform | windows |
be quiet! IO Center plans
- IO CenterFree
X-keys MacroWorks plans
- MacroWorksFree
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 X-keys MacroWorks if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.