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Aqwek: Updated stocks for the Hobbyist Boards and changed link to the Jarne to the proper store page.

2026-02-26T09:41:28Z

Updated stocks for the Hobbyist Boards and changed link to the Jarne to the proper store page.

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	Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].<br><br>		Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~January 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	\| No		\| No
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	A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>		A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)		\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
	\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
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	The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount.<br><br>		The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g		\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
	\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
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	A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.<br><br>		A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): Out of stock (still pre-orderable)
	\| N/A		\| N/A
	\| Yes		\| Yes
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	A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).<br><br>		A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): ~~Out of~~ stock ~~(still pre-orderable)~~		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	\| Yes		\| Yes
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	A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.<br><br>		A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	\| Yes		\| Yes
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	An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable Kailh Choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.<br><br>		An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable Kailh Choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g		\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $90		\| $90
	\|-		\|-
	\|[https://~~www~~.~~lim~~.au/#/~~hardware~~ Jarne]		\|[https://shop.chenonetta.com/product/jarne-the-ultimate-keyboard/ Jarne]
	\|[https://shop.chenonetta.com Chenonetta Creations]		\|[https://shop.chenonetta.com Chenonetta Creations]
	\|<img alt="Jarne" src="https://lim.au/assets/assets/image/jarne1.jpg" width="300px"/>		\|<img alt="Jarne" src="https://lim.au/assets/assets/image/jarne1.jpg" width="300px"/>
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	Wireless charging, tenting, and tripod mount options are available as extras.<br><br>		Wireless charging, tenting, and tripod mount options are available as extras.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)		\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
	\| Yes		\| Yes
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	Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro 3 includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.<br><br>		Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro 3 includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (~~October 2025~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (February 2026): In stock
	\| Gateron Red 45g		\| Gateron Red 45g
	\| No		\| No

BTackt: /* Supported protocols */

2025-10-28T14:46:23Z

Supported protocols

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	* '''Stentura serial''': most machines by Stenograph and many others.		* '''Stentura serial''': most machines by Stenograph and many others.
	* '''Gemini PR serial''': typically any recent machine made by the Neutrino Group, such as the Piper, Revolution, or Infinity series.		* '''Gemini PR serial''': typically any recent machine made by the Neutrino Group, such as the Piper, Revolution, or Infinity series. Supported by Eclipse, DigitalCAT.
	* '''ProCAT''': protocol used by all ProCAT machines.		* '''ProCAT''': protocol used by all ProCAT machines.
	* '''TX Bolt''': an older protocol supported by some machines as a primary or secondary protocol.		* '''TX Bolt''': an older protocol supported by some machines as a primary or secondary protocol. Supported by CaseCAT.
	* '''Treal''': used only by the Treal from Word Technologies.		* '''Treal''': used only by the Treal from Word Technologies.
	* '''Passport''': used only by the Passport Writer from Advantage Software.		* '''Passport''': used only by the Passport Writer from Advantage Software.

	This means that, in theory, many machines work with Plover.<span id="known-supported-stenotypes"></span>		This means that, in theory, many machines work with Plover.<span id="known-supported-stenotypes"></span>

	== Known supported stenotypes ==		== Known supported stenotypes ==

BTackt: /* Commercially available hobbyist writers */

2025-10-28T14:43:40Z

Commercially available hobbyist writers

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	! About		! About
	! Stock Switches		! Stock Switches
	~~! Protocols~~
	! Javelin?(embedded steno)		! Javelin?(embedded steno)
	! Price (USD)		! Price (USD)
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	\| Charley Shattuck		\| Charley Shattuck
	\| [[File:TinyMod5.jpg\|frameless\|300px\|alt=TinyMod]]		\| [[File:TinyMod5.jpg\|frameless\|300px\|alt=TinyMod]]
	Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].		Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (January 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (January 2025): In stock
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	~~\| Gemini PR, TX Bolt~~
	\| No		\| No
	\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)		\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)
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	\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]		\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.		A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)		\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $95<br>$110 (~~silent~~)		\| $95 (Pink)<br>$110 (Silent)
	\|-		\|-
	\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]		\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount.		The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g		\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $170		\| $170
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	\| rowspan="3" \|[https://www.stenokeyboards.com StenoKeyboards]		\| rowspan="3" \|[https://www.stenokeyboards.com StenoKeyboards]
	\|<img alt="Asterisk" src="https://stenokeyboards.com/cdn/shop/files/holdingfrontwoodedit3.jpg?v=1712974633&width=713" width="300px" align="right" />		\|<img alt="Asterisk" src="https://stenokeyboards.com/cdn/shop/files/holdingfrontwoodedit3.jpg?v=1712974633&width=713" width="300px" align="right" />
	A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.		A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| N/A		\| N/A
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $50		\| $50
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	\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]		\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]
	\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).		A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): Out of stock (still pre-orderable)		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): Out of stock (still pre-orderable)
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $100		\| $100
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	\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]		\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]
	\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.		A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Gateron Clear 35g		\| Gateron Clear 35g
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $125		\| $125
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	\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]		\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]
	\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable Kailh Choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.		An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable Kailh Choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g		\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $90		\| $90
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	A wireless, ergonomic, split steno keyboard with per-key and underglow RGB, Kailh Choc hotswap sockets, screens, inbuilt security key and 64MB of storage for large dictionaries.		A wireless, ergonomic, split steno keyboard with per-key and underglow RGB, Kailh Choc hotswap sockets, screens, inbuilt security key and 64MB of storage for large dictionaries.

	Wireless charging, tenting, and tripod mount options are available as extras.		Wireless charging, tenting, and tripod mount options are available as extras.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)		\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
	~~\| Gemini PR~~
	\| Yes		\| Yes
	\| $270-$390		\| $270-$390
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	\|[https://stenoob.com/ Stenoob]		\|[https://stenoob.com/ Stenoob]
	\|<img alt="Stenoob Pro" src="https://stenoob.com/cdn/shop/files/Stenoob_Pro_USB_withCable.png" width="300px"/>		\|<img alt="Stenoob Pro" src="https://stenoob.com/cdn/shop/files/Stenoob_Pro_USB_withCable.png" width="300px"/>
	Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro 3 includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.		Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro 3 includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.<br><br>

	'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\| Gateron Red 45g		\| Gateron Red 45g
	~~\| Gemini PR, TX Bolt~~
	\| No		\| No
	\| $150		\| $150

BTackt: stock, features update

2025-10-28T14:40:23Z

stock, features update

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	! Manufacturer		! Manufacturer
	! About		! About
	!Javelin?(embedded steno)		! Stock Switches
			! Protocols
			! Javelin?(embedded steno)
	! Price (USD)		! Price (USD)
	\|-		\|-
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	\| Charley Shattuck		\| Charley Shattuck
	\| [[File:TinyMod5.jpg\|frameless\|300px\|alt=TinyMod]]		\| [[File:TinyMod5.jpg\|frameless\|300px\|alt=TinyMod]]
	Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (January 2025): In stock		Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].
	\|No
			'''Stock status''' (January 2025): In stock
			\| Gateron Clear 35g
			\| Gemini PR, TX Bolt
			\| No
	\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)		\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)
	\|-		\|-
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	\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]		\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.
	\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $95		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
			\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
			\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
			\| $95<br>$110 (silent)
	\|-		\|-
	\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]		\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount. ~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount.
	\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
			'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
			\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
			\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $170		\| $170
	\|-		\|-
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	A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.		A split, unibody steno keyboard with touch capacitive sensors (Adjustable sensitivity). Traditional steno machine layout with top number bar.

			'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		\| N/A
	\|Yes		\| Gemini PR
	\|$50		\| Yes
			\| $50
	\|-		\|-
	\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]		\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]
	\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).
	\|Yes
			'''Stock status''' (October 2025): Out of stock (still pre-orderable)
			\| Gateron Clear 35g
			\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes
	\| $100		\| $100
	\|-		\|-
	\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]		\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]
	\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.
	\|Yes
			'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
			\| Gateron Clear 35g
			\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes
	\| $125		\| $125
	\|-		\|-
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	\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]		\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]
	\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable ~~choc~~ pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.~~<br><br>~~'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): ~~Out of~~ stock ~~(still pre-orderable)~~		An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable Kailh Choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.
	\|Yes
			'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
			\| Kailh Choc Pink 20g
			\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes
	\| $90		\| $90
	\|-		\|-
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	\|[https://shop.chenonetta.com Chenonetta Creations]		\|[https://shop.chenonetta.com Chenonetta Creations]
	\|<img alt="Jarne" src="https://lim.au/assets/assets/image/jarne1.jpg" width="300px"/>		\|<img alt="Jarne" src="https://lim.au/assets/assets/image/jarne1.jpg" width="300px"/>
	A wireless, ergonomic, split steno keyboard with per key and underglow RGB, Kailh Choc hotswap sockets, screens, inbuilt security key and 64MB of storage for large dictionaries.		A wireless, ergonomic, split steno keyboard with per-key and underglow RGB, Kailh Choc hotswap sockets, screens, inbuilt security key and 64MB of storage for large dictionaries.


	~~Wireless charging, tenting and tripod mount options available as extras.~~


			Wireless charging, tenting, and tripod mount options are available as extras.

	'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\|Yes		\| Kailh Choc 20g (Pink, Ambients Silent Nocturnal)
	\|$~~250~~-$~~350~~		\| Gemini PR
			\| Yes
			\| $270-$390
	\|-		\|-
	\|[https://stenoob.com/products/stenoob-pro Stenoob Pro 2]		\|[https://stenoob.com/products/stenoob-pro Stenoob Pro 3]
	\|[https://stenoob.com/ Stenoob]		\|[https://stenoob.com/ Stenoob]
	\|<img alt="Stenoob Pro" src="https://stenoob.com/cdn/shop/files/Stenoob_Pro_USB_withCable.png" width="300px"/>		\|<img alt="Stenoob Pro" src="https://stenoob.com/cdn/shop/files/Stenoob_Pro_USB_withCable.png" width="300px"/>
	Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.		Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro 3 includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.

	'''Stock status''' (~~July~~ 2025): In stock		'''Stock status''' (October 2025): In stock
	\|No		\| Gateron Red 45g
	\|$150		\| Gemini PR, TX Bolt
			\| No
			\| $150
	\|}		\|}

BTackt: updated tinymod picture, stock status, added stenoob, mira, changed intro

2025-07-04T05:37:01Z

updated tinymod picture, stock status, added stenoob, mira, changed intro

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	~~Having a dedicated steno device is helpful for ergonomics and speed.~~ This page lists the types of steno hardware ([[Steno hardware terminology\|writers/machines/keyboards]]) that ~~Plover supports.~~		This page lists the types of '''steno hardware''' ([[Steno hardware terminology\|writers/machines/keyboards]]) that are compatible with [[Plover software\|Plover]]. It also doubles as the community's most referenced page for purchase recommendations.

	~~For most users, we recommend one of the~~ [[~~Supported hardware#Commercially available hobbyist writers~~\|~~commercially available hobbyist writers~~]]. ~~All of~~ the ~~listed writers are perfectly adequate! Choose one that~~'s ~~in stock and within your budget. If you need to use steno on a device where '''you cannot download Plover''', consider a keyboard which supports '''[[Javelin]]'''~~.

	~~Plover also supports:~~

			Currently, Plover supports:
			* [[Supported hardware#Commercially available hobbyist writers\|Commercially available hobbyist writers]]
	* [[Supported hardware#Stenotype machines\|Professional stenotype machines]]		* [[Supported hardware#Stenotype machines\|Professional stenotype machines]]
	* [[Supported hardware#Standard keyboards\|Standard keyboards]]		* [[Supported hardware#Standard keyboards\|Standard keyboards]]
	* [[Video game controllers]] (requires a plugin)		* [[Video game controllers]] (requires a plugin)
	* [[DIY steno writers]]		* [[DIY steno writers]]

			==Community Recommendation==
			For the average hobbyist stenographer, it is recommended to purchase one of the [[Supported hardware#Commercially available hobbyist writers\|commercially available hobbyist writers]]. All of the listed writers are perfectly adequate! Choose one that's in stock and within your budget. If you need to use steno on a device where '''you cannot download Plover''', consider a keyboard which supports '''[[Javelin]]'''.

			If you are not yet sure about making a financial commitment to stenography, start out by [[using a standard keyboard with Plover]] to understand if you would like to invest.

			The advantages of a dedicated steno board include overcoming most standard keyboards' key rollover limitations, ergonomics, and speed.

	== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==		== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==
	{{See also\|~~choosing~~ a hobbyist steno writer}}		{{See also\|Choosing a hobbyist steno writer}}

	<!-- Group by brand (alphabetical), out of stock at bottom		<!-- Group by brand (alphabetical), out of stock at bottom
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	\| [https://stenomod.blogspot.com TinyMod]		\| [https://stenomod.blogspot.com TinyMod]
	\| Charley Shattuck		\| Charley Shattuck
	\| ~~<img alt="TinyMod" src="https~~:~~//2.bp.blogspot.com/-EtmothiLtUo/XL4RrK7jw5I/AAAAAAAACTU/8TibacoLPuYBu6-nmPhaEQnVZsweVEp5gCLcBGAs/s400/20190422_120223~~.~~png" width="~~300px~~" align~~=~~"right" />~~		\| [[File:TinyMod5.jpg\|frameless\|300px\|alt=TinyMod]]
	Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].<br><br>'''Stock status''' (January ~~2024~~): In stock		Open source hardware. A smaller, nonsplit version of the Stenomod that omits the number bar in order to reduce costs and size. The center vowel key is used as a number bar replacement. See [http://plover.stenoknight.com/2019/12/tinymod-review.html Mirabai’s review].<br><br>'''Stock status''' (January 2025): In stock
	\|No		\|No
	\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)		\| $140 (stock)<br>$180 (silent)
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	\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]		\| rowspan="2" \| [https://nolltronics.com/ Nolltronics]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $95		\| $95
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	\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]		\| [https://nolltronics.com/product/multisteno/ Multisteno]<br>[https://nollelectronics.com/products/multisteno-case-and-cables-included International site]
	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount. <br><br>'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount. <br><br>'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)		\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $170		\| $170
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	'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes		\|Yes
	\|$50		\|$50
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	\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]		\| [https://www.stenokeyboards.com/products/the-uni-v4 The Uni]
	\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="The Uni" src="https://docs.stenokeyboards.com/images/pics/uniAngle.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).<br><br>'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		A split, unibody steno keyboard that comes pre-assembled with Gateron Clears (35g).<br><br>'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes		\|Yes
	\| $100		\| $100
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	\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]		\| [https://stenokeyboards.com/products/polyglot-keyboard Polyglot]
	\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="StenoKeyboards Polyglot" src="https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/7952620/208587451-87f9b998-b5a9-429f-bb8c-a90e1eda099b.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		A steno keyboard made for both steno and Qwerty. Has QMK. More switches enable normal typing in Qwerty mode or extended steno layout.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes		\|Yes
	\| $125		\| $125
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	\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]		\| [https://www.stenography.store/ Stenography Store]
	\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Starboard" src="https://www.stenography.store/media/product_images/starboard-top_nDp8XBE.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (~~June 2024~~): In stock		An ergonomic steno keyboard with hot-swappable choc pink key-switches and can be screwed onto a tripod.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (July 2025): Out of stock (still pre-orderable)
	\|Yes		\|Yes
	\| $90		\| $90
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	'''Stock status''' (~~September 2024~~): In stock		'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
	\|Yes		\|Yes
	\|$250-$350		\|$250-$350
	\|}To set up one of these with Plover, see [[setting up a hobbyist writer with Plover]].		\|-
			\|[https://stenoob.com/products/stenoob-pro Stenoob Pro 2]
			\|[https://stenoob.com/ Stenoob]
			\|<img alt="Stenoob Pro" src="https://stenoob.com/cdn/shop/files/Stenoob_Pro_USB_withCable.png" width="300px"/>
			Focused on being true-to-size to the keyboard found on professional stenotype machines, the original Stenoob was simply a tactile, non-electronic practice tool. The Stenoob Pro includes actual functionality and connects to Plover.

			'''Stock status''' (July 2025): In stock
			\|No
			\|$150
			\|}

			To set up one of these with Plover, see [[setting up a hobbyist writer with Plover]].

	''See also: [[out of production writers]].''		''See also: [[out of production writers]].''
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	== Known supported stenotypes ==		== Known supported stenotypes ==

	The following machines have been confirmed by users to work with Plover after actually trying it. For guidance on setup with Plover, read about [[setting up your writer with Plover]].		The following machines have been confirmed by users to work with Plover after actually trying it. If you have successfully used a machine with Plover that is not on this list, please add it. For guidance on setup with Plover, read about [[setting up your writer with Plover]].

	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"
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	\| Stenograph		\| Stenograph
	\| Stenograph USB OR TX Bolt (serial)		\| Stenograph USB OR TX Bolt (serial)
			\|
			\|-
			\| Elan Mira
			\| Stenograph
			\| Stenograph USB
	\|		\|
	\|-		\|-

BTackt: /* Commercially available hobbyist writers */

2025-05-23T17:05:46Z

Commercially available hobbyist writers

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	== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==		== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==
	''See also~~: [[~~choosing a hobbyist steno writer~~]].''~~		{{See also\|choosing a hobbyist steno writer}}

	<!-- Group by brand (alphabetical), out of stock at bottom		<!-- Group by brand (alphabetical), out of stock at bottom
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	''See also: [[out of production writers]].''		''See also: [[out of production writers]].''

	= Stenotype machines =		= Stenotype machines =

BTackt: /* Standard keyboards */

2025-05-23T17:05:29Z

Standard keyboards

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	= Standard keyboards =		= Standard keyboards =
			{{See also\|Using a standard keyboard with Plover}}
	If you cannot purchase a steno keyboard, you can also use a standard computer keyboard.		If you cannot purchase a steno keyboard, you can also use a standard computer keyboard.

	~~See: [[using a standard keyboard with Plover]].~~

	= Video game controllers =		= Video game controllers =

BTackt at 17:05, 23 May 2025

2025-05-23T17:05:02Z

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	* [[Supported hardware#Stenotype machines\|Professional stenotype machines]]		* [[Supported hardware#Stenotype machines\|Professional stenotype machines]]
	* [[Supported hardware#Standard keyboards\|Standard keyboards]]		* [[Supported hardware#Standard keyboards\|Standard keyboards]]
	* [[~~Supported hardware#Video game controllers\|~~Video game controllers]] (requires a plugin)		* [[Video game controllers]] (requires a plugin)
	* [[~~Supported hardware#DIY steno writers\|~~DIY steno writers]]		* [[DIY steno writers]]

	== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==		== Commercially available hobbyist writers ==
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	= Video game controllers =		= Video game controllers =
			{{See also\|Video game controllers}}
	See~~: [[~~Video game controllers]]

	= DIY steno writers =		= DIY steno writers =
			{{See also\|DIY steno writers}}

	~~See: [[DIY steno writers]]~~
	[[Category:Plover]]		[[Category:Plover]]

BTackt: /* Known supported stenotypes */ add link

2025-05-12T16:59:16Z

Known supported stenotypes: add link

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	== Known supported stenotypes ==		== Known supported stenotypes ==

	The following machines have been confirmed by users to work with Plover after actually trying it:		The following machines have been confirmed by users to work with Plover after actually trying it. For guidance on setup with Plover, read about [[setting up your writer with Plover]].

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	\| All platforms can use the <code>plover-stenograph</code> plugin for USB or Wi-Fi. Make sure the machine is connected to the same local network to use Wi-Fi.		\| All platforms can use the <code>plover-stenograph</code> plugin for USB or Wi-Fi. Make sure the machine is connected to the same local network to use Wi-Fi.
	\|}		\|}

	= Standard keyboards =		= Standard keyboards =

Fieldchicken: Eco and multisteno supports javelin on correct version

2025-02-22T14:06:12Z

Eco and multisteno supports javelin on correct version

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	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Ecosteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Ecosteno-Main-e1664569753995-1024x666.png" width="300px" align="right" />
	A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (June 2024): In stock		A machine whose mission is to be the best value option on the market. It has low-profile Kailh Choc switches with 20g actuation force. It features USB-C connectivity and an aluminum backplate with a solid tripod mount.<br><br>'''Stock status''' (June 2024): In stock
	\|No		\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $95		\| $95
	\|-		\|-
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	\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />		\| <img alt="Nolltronics Multisteno" src="https://nolltronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DSC03181-Multi-Main-1200x1200.jpg" width="300px" align="right" />
	The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount. <br><br>'''Stock status''' (June 2024): In stock		The premium version of the Ecosteno, the Multisteno features 42 Kailh Choc (Pro Pink) switches with 20g actuation force, USB-C connectivity, an aluminum backplate, and a solid tripod mount. <br><br>'''Stock status''' (June 2024): In stock
	\|No		\|Yes (2.1.2 Version only)
	\| $170		\| $170
	\|-		\|-