Macropads have become an indispensable tool for many computer users, especially those doing CAD/CAM work, artists, programmers, and power users in general. Four years ago, dekuNukem released the original duckyPad, which has seen a large, dedicated user base because of its build quality and ease of use. Now comes the new duckyPad Pro: a redesigned and updated version with all sorts of new features!
It has all the basics you’d expect: hot-swappable keys, rotary encoders, USB-C, etc. But it also packs a bunch of new features based on feedback from the original duckyPad. It uses duckyScript, which gives you much more control than typical macropad firmware like QMK/VIA, Bluetooth connectivity for wireless usage, up to 64 profiles for almost four thousand macros, and an expansion module to allow foot pedals and other input devices. The whole design is 100% open-source, and hacking is encouraged — they even provide a tinkering guide to help you hack your duckyPad Pro!
If you’ve been wanting to get a macropad, or want to upgrade to a much higher quality one, then the duckyPad Pro is likely to be the best macropad released this year.
