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Keyboardio Chrysalis

Free#69 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software

Keyboardio Chrysalis: A focused, open-source workspace for configuring Kaleidoscope-powered Keyboardio keyboards. Ranked #69 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software by our editors (5.3/10); pricing: Open source; best for open-source Keyboardio firmware configuration.

5.3/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.3 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Open-source Keyboardio firmware configuration
Paid from
Free
Supported operating systems
Cross-platform
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Edits layouts, keymaps, layers, and default-layer settings
- Configures per-key LED colormaps and EEPROM-backed settings
- Supports firmware uploads and dynamic macros when firmware allows
Where it doesn't
- Designed for Keyboardio keyboards rather than broad device support
- Feature availability depends on the connected keyboard's firmware
- Community support and documentation are the listed support channels

Our verdict on Keyboardio Chrysalis

Keyboardio Chrysalis is a graphical configuration tool for Kaleidoscope-powered keyboards. It is aimed at people configuring Keyboardio Model 01, Model 100, Atreus, and Preonic keyboards, with support for web use and installable desktop applications on Windows, macOS, and Linux. The open-source tool focuses on keyboard layouts, layers, firmware, lighting, and device settings rather than general-purpose peripheral management.

Its main strength is the depth of configuration available within that scope. Users can edit layouts and keymaps, copy layers, set a default layer, configure per-key LED colormaps, upload bundled or custom firmware, and adjust EEPROM-backed keyboard settings. Dynamic macros are also available when supported by the keyboard firmware. That combination gives solo users and small teams a single graphical interface for both everyday remapping and firmware-level configuration, while the cloud and desktop deployment options provide flexibility in how the tool is accessed.

Chrysalis is a focused choice rather than a broad keyboard-and-mouse customization suite. Its device-specific design makes it a strong fit for Keyboardio owners who want open-source configuration and direct access to layers, firmware, LEDs, and onboard settings. It is less suitable for users managing unrelated keyboard brands, mice, or a mixed peripheral fleet, since the published feature set centers on supported Keyboardio hardware and Kaleidoscope-powered devices. The GPL-3.0 license, community support, and documentation suit users comfortable with an open-source ecosystem, while firmware-dependent features may require attention to the capabilities of the connected keyboard.

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Keyboardio Chrysalis pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Keyboardio Chrysalis fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Supported operating systems	Cross-platform
Macro support	Yes
Per-app profiles	Not verified
Onboard device memory	Yes
Polling rate control	Not verified
Sensitivity controls	Not verified
Profile slots	Not verified
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Open source
Website	chrysalis.keyboard.io
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

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