Dygma Bazecor vs ROCCAT Swarm II
Dygma Bazecor
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| Figure | Dygma Bazecor | ROCCAT Swarm II |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software | 8.8 (#6) | 8.6 (#13) |
| Firmware | Dygma keyboards use a fork of Kaleidoscope firmware, and the maker says they can be programmed via RF or Bluetooth. | The Swarm II app can update firmware for compatible devices. |
| Macro support | Yes | Yes |
| Onboard device memory | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Bazecor is the configurator software for Dygma programmable keyboards. | Swarm II is device software for configuring compatible Turtle Beach and selected ROCCAT products. |
| Security | Dygma’s product page does not state a security certification or compliance claim for Bazecor. | The maker pages reviewed do not state security or compliance certifications for Swarm II. |
| Support | Dygma directs users to its support page or contact form for help, and also points to Discord and Reddit communities. | Turtle Beach says its ROCCAT and Turtle Beach technical support teams remain available through its unified support site. |
| Supported operating systems | cross-platform | windows |
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In their own words
Dygma Bazecor
Dygma Bazecor is a free configurator for Dygma’s programmable keyboards, available for Linux, macOS and Windows. It lets users remap keys and build up to 10 layers, including layouts that place frequently used keys in the thumb cluster. Keys can combine modifiers with other keys for shortcuts, perform different actions when tapped or held, or trigger macros. Macros can replay keystrokes, mouse clicks and delays; assigned mouse actions include movement, clicks and wheel controls. Bazecor also supports per-key RGB lighting that can differ by layer. Superkeys, marked beta, allow up to five functions on one key, chosen through different tap and hold patterns. Users can download the software and explore a virtual keyboard without owning a Dygma keyboard. The software and keyboard firmware are described as open source. Dygma says its keyboards can be programmed over RF or Bluetooth. The product page lists version 1.10.0, while GitHub lists version 1.11.0 as a pre-release. Layer Lens in version 1.10.0 was initially restricted to Sonsei with English US layouts and required firmware version 1.1.0.
ROCCAT Swarm II
ROCCAT Swarm II is free software for configuring compatible Turtle Beach devices and selected ROCCAT products. It can update firmware; supported headsets also get a dynamic 10-band equalizer, audio and microphone presets, and controls for microphone sensitivity, noise gate, and monitoring. The app can assign functions to a remappable wheel and mode button on supported headsets. Profiles store audio, microphone, and other adjustable settings. Some devices retain settings in onboard memory when Swarm II is closed or absent, but the maker notes that not every configured function is retained. The Atlas 200 USB profile guide describes five onboard profile slots and automatic switching for profiles assigned to games or programs. The app is listed for Windows, Android, and iOS. Basic device functions do not require Swarm, and some devices support driverless setup; Turtle Beach says installing Swarm II is necessary for troubleshooting. Some advanced audio features available in 2.4GHz wireless mode may not work over Bluetooth. For Atlas 200 USB, desktop software requires a USB audio adapter on Windows and the mobile version is unavailable.