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Keyboards from $100 to $250

The range where most of the boards we recommend sit. Lowest listed price from $100 up to, but not including, $250.

The main picks sit here. The Q1 Pro is a barebones 75%. The QK65 is a 65% kit. The NuPhy Air75 V2 is low-profile and finished. The Leopolds are the boards you stop modding.

If you only want one, start with Keychron Q1 Pro . It is the one we marked Best Overall, and its price lands in this range. You add the switches and keycaps.

104 keyboards

Keychron Q1 Pro by Keychron
Keychron Q1 Pro
Keychron
$168
Best Overall

“The Honda Civic of custom keyboards”

A 1.7 kg aluminum 75% with Bluetooth, QMK/VIA and a knob. Reviewers praise its soft, bouncy typing feel; the stock sound is decent but can ping.

75% Both QMK/VIA Hot-swap
QK65 by QwertyKeys
QK65 V2
Qwertykeys
$165–$175
Best Value

“Your first custom shouldn't be this good”

A 65% aluminum kit with tri-mode wireless, a mini screen, swappable badge and weight, and gasket or top mount. It uses Qwertykeys' QK Config software, not VIA.

65% Both Gasket or Top Mount Aluminum Case
NuPhy Air75 V2 by NuPhy
NuPhy Air75 V2
NuPhy
$120–$130

“Low-profile done right”

A thin 75% with an aluminum top frame, hot-swap low-profile Gateron switches, QMK/VIA, and 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and USB-C. Reviewers liked its typing feel and 1000Hz wireless.

75% Both Low Profile Hot-swap
CannonKeys Bakeneko65
CannonKeys Bakeneko65
CannonKeys
$150

“CannonKeys' beginner aluminum 65% with an O-ring mount and included parts”

A 65% aluminum kit with an O-ring gasket mount, FR4 plate, hot-swap PCB and clip-in stabilizers in the box. Tom's Hardware called it beginner-friendly and easy to build; it noted finish imperfections, less flex than the Bakeneko60 and clip-in-only stabilizers.

65% Wired 65% kit Polycarbonate
Das Keyboard 4 Professional
Das Keyboard 4 Professional
Das Keyboard
$179

“Das Keyboard's full-size with an aluminum top, volume knob and USB hub”

A wired full-size board with Cherry MX Brown or Blue switches, an anodized aluminum top, a volume knob and a two-port USB 3.0 hub. Reviewers praise the build and knob; stabilizer rattle and laser-etched ABS keycaps are the usual criticisms.

Full Wired Full size Cherry MX Blue or Brown
DrunkDeer A75 Pro
DrunkDeer A75 Pro
DrunkDeer
$110

“The mid A75”

A 75% with a volume knob, a top-and-bottom-cover gasket structure, a silent-switch option and Cherry-profile PBT keycaps. About 1 kg; the maker lists ABS covers while HLPLANET describes an aluminum case.

75% Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
DrunkDeer A75 Ultra
DrunkDeer A75 Ultra
DrunkDeer
$140

“The top A75”

DrunkDeer's 8 kHz 75%: measured at about 0.5 ms latency, with a gasket-style Omni-Suspension structure and four colorways. Case material and switch listings differ between sources.

75% Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
DrunkDeer X60
DrunkDeer X60
DrunkDeer
$130

“The higher 60%”

The X60 Future is a 60% with an aluminum frame, a tempered-glass light bar, 8 kHz polling and a 1.15 kg body. Reviewers praised the build and the sound; the style is loud.

60% Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
DrunkDeer X60 HE
DrunkDeer X60 HE
DrunkDeer
$100

“The cheaper X60”

The X60 HE is the plainer, cheaper X60: a 64-key aluminum 60% at 840 g with 8 kHz polling and no glass light bar. Reviewers praised the build and the value.

60% Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
Filco Majestouch 3
Filco Majestouch 3
Filco
$129–$160

“Filco's plain Cherry MX full-size with PBT keycaps and NKRO over USB”

A wired full-size board with Cherry MX switches, double-shot PBT keycaps, full N-key rollover over USB and media keys on the function row. Eurogamer found it solid and an excellent typist's board, with no hot-swap, no RGB and a hard-to-justify cost.

Full Wired Full size Cherry MX
Keychron J12 HE
Keychron J12 HE
Keychron
$110

“Wireless 75% Hall-effect board with rapid trigger and a gasket mount”

A tri-mode 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, rapid trigger, a gasket-mounted plastic case and 1000Hz polling. Evidence is Keychron's page and a listing; no standalone review found.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron J14 HE
Keychron J14 HE
Keychron
$120

“Wireless 96% Hall-effect board with a numpad and 4000 mAh battery”

A wireless 96% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, MDA-profile PBT keycaps and a 4000 mAh battery. Evidence is Keychron's page; no review found.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron J2 HE 8K
Keychron J2 HE 8K
Keychron
$100

“Wired 75% Hall-effect board with 8000Hz polling and a steel plate”

A wired 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and 8000Hz polling. GetGeek.ro called it strong value, with a plastic case.

75% Wired 75% layout Wired
Keychron J5 HE
Keychron J5 HE
Keychron
$110

“Wireless full-size Hall-effect board with 0.01 mm sensitivity”

A wireless 100% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 0.01 mm sensitivity and a 4000 mAh battery. Evidence is Keychron's page; no review found.

Full Both 100% layout Tri-mode
Keychron J8 HE 8K
Keychron J8 HE 8K
Keychron
$100

“Wired 75% Hall-effect board with 8000Hz polling and a gasket mount”

A wired 75% with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000Hz polling and a plastic gasket-mount body. No standalone review found; the wired J2 HE 8K sibling was reviewed.

75% Wired 75% layout Wired
Keychron K1 Ultra 8K
Keychron K1 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$110

“K1 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”

The K1 Ultra 8K is the slim TKL with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, aluminum and wood and a 490-hour battery rating. No board-specific review was found.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron K10 HE
Keychron K10 HE
Keychron
$135–$145

“K10 HE, from Keychron's store”

The K10 HE is the full-size Hall-effect K10: aluminum frame, 0.2 to 3.8 mm adjustable actuation, 2.4 GHz and about 1320 g. GameRevolution scored it 9 out of 10.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron K10 Max
Keychron K10 Max
Keychron
$100–$120

“K10 Max, from Keychron's store”

The K10 Max adds a 2.4 GHz dongle, Super switches and better dampening to the full-size K10. Tom's Guide called it fantastic, noted a harder bottom-out and no volume knob.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron K10 Ultra 8K
Keychron K10 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$115

“K10 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”

The K10 Ultra 8K is the 8000 Hz full-size with ZMK firmware, a steel plate, Apex switches and a 600-hour battery rating at about 1495 g. No board-specific review was found.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron K15 Max
Keychron K15 Max
Keychron
$100–$120

“K15 Max, from Keychron's store”

The K15 Max is a low-profile 75% Alice with 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA. XDA liked the comfort and slim design; How-To Geek found it hard to adapt to and not very ergonomic at this height.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Keychron K2 HE
Keychron K2 HE
Keychron
$130–$140

“K2 HE, from Keychron's store”

A 75% Hall-effect K2 with Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation, 2.4 GHz, a wood Special Edition and a 980 g body. Reviewers praised the feel and gaming features; some describe a plastic body even though Keychron lists aluminum.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K2 Ultra 8K
Keychron K2 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$120

“K2 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”

The K2 Ultra 8K is a 75% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, a CNC aluminum and ABS case and a 760-hour battery claim. TechRadar liked the value and found it thick and the stock switch depth a little off.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K3 HE
Keychron K3 HE
Keychron
$120

“K3 HE, from Keychron's store”

A low-profile Hall-effect 75% with Lime magnetic switches, 2.4 GHz, rosewood sides and about 575 g. HLPlanet and GameRevolution liked it; the main limits are switch lock-in and 1000 Hz polling.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K3 Ultra 8K
Keychron K3 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$110

“K3 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”

The K3 Ultra 8K is the slim 75% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, wood sides and a 550-hour battery rating. Tom's Hardware called it the best low-profile mech on the market despite a couple of flaws.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K4 HE
Keychron K4 HE
Keychron
$135–$145

“K4 HE, from Keychron's store”

The K4 HE is a 96% Hall-effect keyboard in aluminum with Rapid Trigger, a short-cable software limit and a Windows Central verdict of a great keyboard with minor limits.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K4 Max
Keychron K4 Max
Keychron
$100–$120

“K4 Max, from Keychron's store”

The K4 Max adds 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz to the 96% K4 with QMK, PBT keycaps and an ABS body. Reviews of sibling Max boards are positive; no K4 Max review was found.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K4 Ultra 8K
Keychron K4 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$115

“K4 Ultra 8K, from Keychron's store”

The K4 Ultra 8K is the 96% with 8000 Hz polling, ZMK firmware, a steel plate and a 600-hour battery claim. No board-specific review was found.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K6 HE
Keychron K6 HE
Keychron
$130–$140

“K6 HE, from Keychron's store”

A 65% Hall-effect K6 in an aluminum body: Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz, 820 g. GameRevolution rated it 9 out of 10 and noted the lack of tactile options.

65% Both 65% layout Tri-mode
Keychron K8 HE
Keychron K8 HE
Keychron
$130–$140

“Wireless 80% Hall-effect board with Rapid Trigger”

The K8 HE is the 80% Hall-effect Keychron: aluminum tray mount, 2.4 GHz, Rapid Trigger and about 1185 g. Windows Central found it beautiful and well-balanced but limited to Hall-effect switches and a short cable for software.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron K9 Max
Keychron K9 Max
Keychron
$100–$110

“Slim 60% with 2.4 GHz and Milk POM low-profile switches”

The K9 Max is a 60% low-profile board with Milk POM switches, 2.4 GHz and QMK/VIA at about 426 g. No board-specific review was found. Also covers the K9 Pro.

60% Both 60% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q1 HE
Keychron Q1 HE
Keychron
$240

“Magnetic-switch 75% Q with 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth”

A wireless 75% aluminum Q1 with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and 0.2 to 3.8 mm adjustable actuation. Switch choice is limited to Keychron's magnetic range.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q1 HE 8K
Keychron Q1 HE 8K
Keychron
$230

“Wired 8 kHz magnetic 75% Q with Lime switches”

A wired-only 75% aluminum Q with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000 Hz polling and 0.1 to 3.35 mm actuation. It gives up wireless and a snappier, higher-pitched sound is the trade.

75% Wired 75% layout Wired
Keychron Q1 Max
Keychron
$230

“The 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired 75% Q”

A 1.7 kg aluminum 75% with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and a knob. Reviewers like its muted sound; Wirecutter dislikes the tall caps and fixed angle.

75% Both QMK/VIA Hot-swap
Keychron Q10 Max
Keychron Q10 Max
Keychron
$240

“Tri-mode 75% Alice Q with five macro keys”

A 2.1 kg 75% Alice-layout aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate, knob and five macro keys. Only a light independent write-up found. Also covers the Q10 and Q10 Pro.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q11
Keychron Q11
Keychron
$205

“Split 75% aluminum Q with a knob on each half”

A fully split wired 75% aluminum Q with two knobs, five macro keys and a tray-mount case, about 1.2 kg. Reviewers like the build and customization; no tenting kit.

75% Wired 75% layout Wired
Keychron Q12
Keychron Q12
Keychron
$150

“Wired southpaw 96% Q with the numpad on the left”

A wired left-handed 96% aluminum Q with the number pad on the left, steel plate, double gasket and a knob, about 2.5 kg. Little independent review coverage.

96% Wired 96% layout Wired
Keychron Q12 Max
Keychron Q12 Max
Keychron
$240

“Wireless southpaw 96% Q with 2.4 GHz and a PC plate”

A 2.2 kg left-hand-numpad 96% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate and Jupiter switches. No dedicated independent review found.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q13 Pro
Keychron Q13 Pro
Keychron
$184

“Bluetooth 96% Alice Q recommended by an RSI sufferer”

A Bluetooth 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with a right-hand numpad, five macro keys and a knob, about 2.3 kg. One owner credits the layout with easing RSI pain.

Alice Wireless Alice layout Wireless
Keychron Q14 Pro
Keychron Q14 Pro
Keychron
$184

“Bluetooth southpaw 96% Alice Q with a left numpad”

A Bluetooth 96% Alice-layout aluminum Q with a left-hand numpad, PC plate and double gasket, about 2.4 kg. No independent review of this exact model found.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q16 HE 8K
Keychron Q16 HE 8K
Keychron
$200

“All-ceramic 65% magnetic Q with 8 kHz polling”

A wired 65% Q with a ceramic case and keycaps, Keychron Lime magnetic switches and 8000 Hz polling, about 1.06 kg. Reviews split: Tom's Guide likes it, WIRED scored it 4 out of 10.

65% Wired 65% layout Wired
Keychron Q2 HE
Keychron Q2 HE
Keychron
$240

“Wireless 65% Q with Gateron magnetic switches”

A 65% wireless aluminum Q2 with Gateron Double-Rail magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and 0.2 to 3.8 mm actuation. It takes only Keychron's own magnetic switches.

65% Both 65% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q2 HE 8K
Keychron Q2 HE 8K
Keychron
$230

“Wired 8 kHz 65% magnetic Q for competitive play”

A wired 65% aluminum Q with Keychron Lime magnetic switches, 8000 Hz polling and 0.1 to 3.35 mm actuation. No wireless.

65% Wired 65% layout Wired
Keychron Q2 Max
Keychron Q2 Max
Keychron
$230

“65% Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and a knob”

A 65% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and Gateron Jupiter switches. Wirecutter flags its tall case and keycaps.

65% Both 65% with knob Aluminum
Keychron Q2 Pro
Keychron Q2 Pro
Keychron
$168

“Bluetooth 65% Q with a flexible polycarbonate plate”

A 1.5 kg aluminum 65% with Bluetooth 5.1 for three devices, a PC plate and a knob. Reviewers liked it as a daily driver but it has no 2.4 GHz receiver.

65% Both 65% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q3 HE
Keychron Q3 HE
Keychron
$240

“Compact 80% magnetic Q for typing and gaming”

A 1.8 kg aluminum 80% TKL with Gateron magnetic Nebula switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Tom's Guide and AppleInsider like it; price and a single switch choice hold it back.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q3 Max
Keychron Q3 Max
Keychron
$230

“Tri-mode 80% TKL Q praised for sound and build”

A 1.8 kg aluminum 80% TKL with 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz), Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and Gateron Jupiter switches. Tom's Guide and PC Gamer rate the sound and build highly.

TKL Both TKL with knob Aluminum
Keychron Q3 Pro
Keychron Q3 Pro
Keychron
$160–$168

“Bluetooth 80% TKL Q with a PC plate and knob”

A Bluetooth-only 80% aluminum Q3 with PC plate, double gasket, a knob and a 4000 mAh battery rated up to 300 hours. Keychron's page lists conflicting weights.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K
Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$230

“Wireless 8 kHz 80% Q with a 660-hour battery”

An 80% TKL aluminum Q with 8000 Hz over 2.4 GHz and wired, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a battery rated up to 660 hours. Tom's Guide notes tall KSA keycaps.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q4 HE
Keychron Q4 HE
Keychron
$240

“Wireless 60% magnetic Q that types heavy”

A 1.4 kg aluminum 60% with Gateron magnetic Nebula switches, Rapid Trigger, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Audiophile Heaven found the stock switches heavy and loved the size.

60% Both 60% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q4 Pro
Keychron Q4 Pro
Keychron
$160

“Bluetooth 60% Q with a PC plate and double gasket”

A 1.35 kg aluminum 60% with Bluetooth 5.1, PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. Try Mech Keys found it premium; wireless is 90 Hz.

60% Both 60% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q5 Max
Keychron Q5 Max
Keychron
$240

“Tri-mode 96% Q with number pad and muted sound”

A 2.2 kg aluminum 96% with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and a number pad. Reviewers like the soft, muted sound; weight and cost are the caveats.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q5 Pro
Keychron Q5 Pro
Keychron
$175

“Bluetooth 96% Q with a number pad and PC plate”

A 2.2 kg Bluetooth 96% aluminum Q with number pad, PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. WIRED scored it 8 out of 10; pricey and too heavy to carry.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q5 Ultra 8K
Keychron Q5 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$240

“Wireless 8 kHz 96% Q with ZMK and a 660-hour battery”

A 96% aluminum Q with 8000 Hz over 2.4 GHz and wired, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a battery rated up to 660 hours. No independent review of this exact model found.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q6
Keychron Q6
Keychron
$150–$160

“Wired full-size aluminum Q built like a brick”

A wired 100% aluminum Q with steel plate, double gasket, QMK/VIA and a knob at about 2.4 kg. Tom's Guide praised the build but called it very expensive and extremely heavy.

Full Wired Full layout Wired
Keychron Q6 Max by Keychron
Keychron Q6 Max
Keychron
$200–$240

“Tri-mode full-size Q that reviewers rate highly”

A 2.2 kg full-size aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, double gasket and Jupiter switches. TechRadar, WePC and GameRevolution praised it; weight and fixed height are the caveats.

Full Both QMK/VIA Full size with knob
Keychron Q6 Pro
Keychron Q6 Pro
Keychron
$175

“Bluetooth full-size Q with long battery life”

A 2.2 kg Bluetooth full-size aluminum Q with PC plate, double gasket and a battery rated up to 300 hours. Windows Central and Trusted Reviews rated it highly.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q6 Ultra 8K
Keychron Q6 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$240

“Full-size 8 kHz wireless Q with 660-hour battery”

A full-size aluminum Q with 8000 Hz wireless, Silk POM switches, ZMK firmware and a 660-hour battery rating. Tom's Hardware found it solid but the switches heavy and the keycaps awkward.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q60 Max
Keychron Q60 Max
Keychron
$230

“Wireless HHKB-layout 60% Q with a steel plate”

A 1.5 kg aluminum 60% with the HHKB layout, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, steel plate and Jupiter switches. Trusted Reviews calls it clever but niche and expensive.

60% Both 60% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q65
Keychron Q65
Keychron
$100

“Wired 65% Q with an extra row and a knob”

A wired 65% aluminum Q with an extra row of keys, knob, steel plate and double gasket, around 2.4 kg per Keychron. No independent review of the wired model found.

65% Wired 65% layout Wired
Keychron Q65 Max
Keychron Q65 Max
Keychron
$230

“Wireless 65% Q with extra macro keys and a knob”

A 2.4 kg aluminum 65% with four macro keys, a knob, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes. Tom's Guide gave it an Editor's Choice; very expensive and heavy.

65% Both 65% layout Tri-mode
Keychron Q8 Max
Keychron Q8 Max
Keychron
$240

“Tri-mode Alice 65% Q with 2.4 GHz and a knob”

A 1.7 kg Alice-layout 65% aluminum Q with 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired modes, PC plate and Jupiter switches. A Japanese owner review rates it 4 of 5 for the typing feel. Also covers the Q8 and Q8 Pro.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Keychron V1 HE
Keychron V1 HE
Keychron
$160

“Magnetic-switch 75% with rapid trigger, wired and wireless”

A 75% Hall-effect board with adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless. No independent review turned up, so this rests on Keychron's own specs.

75% Both 75% layout Hall-effect magnetic switches
Keychron V1 Max
Keychron V1 Max
Keychron
$115

“Wireless 75% with a gasket mount and PC plate”

The tri-mode V1: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches. Reviewers praise value and wireless stability; V Max chatter reports are worth knowing.

75% Both 75% layout Tri-mode
Keychron V10 Max
Keychron V10 Max
Keychron
$125

“Wireless 75% Alice layout with a gasket mount”

A tri-mode Alice 75% with a function row, knob, gasket mount and PC plate. Evidence comes from Keychron's specs and partial reviews; V Max chatter reports apply.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Keychron V2 Max
Keychron V2 Max
Keychron
$115

“Tri-mode 65% with a gasket mount and optional knob”

The wireless V2: 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, a gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches in a 65% layout. Reviewer evidence is thin; the V Max chatter reports are worth knowing.

65% Both 65% layout Tri-mode
Keychron V3 Max
Keychron V3 Max
Keychron
$115

“Wireless 80% TKL with a gasket mount and PC plate”

A tri-mode TKL with a gasket mount and PC plate. Tom's Guide praised typing feel and sound but flagged PCB flex in the corners and an awkward knob; V Max chatter reports apply.

TKL Both TKL layout Tri-mode
Keychron V4 Max by Keychron
Keychron V4 Max
Keychron
$105

“A mechanical 60% that is not a Topre”

The wireless V4: a 60% with a gasket mount, PC plate and Jupiter switches, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. Independent coverage is thin, so this relies on Keychron's specs and one owner post.

60% Both QMK/VIA 60% with knob
Keychron V5 Max
Keychron V5 Max
Keychron
$120

“Wireless 96% with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob”

A tri-mode 96% with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob. TechGearLab rated it highly for convenience but found the tall keys, numpad and loudness less ideal.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron V5 Ultra 8K
Keychron V5 Ultra 8K
Keychron
$120

“ZMK-powered wireless 96% with 8000Hz and up to 660 hours of battery”

A tri-mode 96% on ZMK firmware with Silk POM switches, 8000Hz polling and a rated 660 hours of battery. Tom's Hardware and The Verge rate it highly; remapping is less polished than QMK/VIA.

96% Both 96% layout Tri-mode
Keychron V6 HE
Keychron V6 HE
Keychron
$170

“Magnetic-switch full-size with rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless”

A 100% Hall-effect board with adjustable actuation, rapid trigger and tri-mode wireless. No independent review turned up, so this rests on Keychron's own specs.

Full Both Full layout Hall-effect magnetic switches
Keychron V6 Max
Keychron V6 Max
Keychron
$118

“Wireless full-size with a gasket mount and PC plate”

A tri-mode 108-key with a gasket mount, PC plate and knob. GamesRadar praised the soft landings and sound; plate flex and smooth keycaps were the notes.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron V6 Ultra Hybrid 8K
Keychron V6 Ultra Hybrid 8K
Keychron
$160–$165

“Full-size that mixes magnetic and mechanical switches, 8000Hz and tri-mode”

A tri-mode full-size that takes magnetic and mechanical switches in the same board, with 8000Hz polling. Pre-order only, with shipping estimated for December 2026.

Full Both Full layout Tri-mode
Keychron V8 Max
Keychron V8 Max
Keychron
$120

“Wireless 65% Alice layout with a gasket mount”

A tri-mode Alice 65% with a gasket mount and PC plate. Tom's Guide praised the comfort and sound but warned of a real learning curve; V Max chatter reports apply.

Alice Both Alice layout Tri-mode
Leopold FC660M PD by Leopold
Leopold FC660M PD
Leopold
$109–$150

“Leopold's 66-key Cherry MX board with real arrow keys”

A wired 66-key compact board with Cherry MX switches, thick double-shot PBT keycaps, a steel-plate tray build and a sound-absorbing pad. Reviewers praise the build, stabilizers and keycaps; mini-USB and non-standard modifier keys are the downsides.

65% Wired 65% layout Cherry MX
Leopold FC750R PD by Leopold
Leopold FC750R PD
Leopold
$119–$199

“Leopold's 87-key Cherry MX TKL with a sound-absorbing pad”

A wired 87-key TKL with Cherry MX switches, thick double-shot PBT keycaps and a sound-absorbing pad over a steel plate. Tom's Guide called the typing experience fantastic and the build excellent; it has a single height setting and a cheap keycap puller.

TKL Wired TKL Cherry MX
Leopold FC900R PD
Leopold FC900R PD
Leopold
$124–$199

“Leopold's full-size Cherry MX board with a sound-absorbing pad”

A wired full-size board with Cherry MX switches, opaque double-shot PBT keycaps and Leopold's sound-absorbing pad. Tech Critter, testing a Silent Red unit, loved its quiet typing feel; mini-USB and a single kickstand angle were its complaints.

Full Wired Full size Cherry MX
Lofree Flow84
Lofree Flow84
Lofree
$119–$159

“Lofree's slim aluminum 75% with gasket mount and Bluetooth”

A low-profile 75% with an aluminum case, gasket mount, Kailh POM switches, hot-swap sockets and Bluetooth. Tom's Guide and PCMag praised the feel and build; the weak battery, rigid switch options and lack of remapping software were the complaints.

75% Both Low profile 75%
Logitech MX Mechanical
Logitech MX Mechanical
Logitech
$150–$180

“Logitech's low-profile wireless full-size for multi-device offices”

A wireless, full-size low-profile mechanical board with Kailh Choc V2 switches in three flavors, smart backlighting and Easy-Switch for three devices. Reviewers praise the connectivity and battery; How-To Geek disliked the typing feel, and PCMag notes the switches cannot be swapped.

Full Wireless Low profile Full size with numpad
MonsGeek Gem 02
MonsGeek Gem 02
MonsGeek
$110

“The Gem 96%”

The 98-key Gem: a tri-mode aluminum compact full-size with gasket mount, VIA and an 8,000 mAh battery, without the Mineral 02's curved case and back weight.

96% Both 96% VIA
MonsGeek M1 V5 TMR
MonsGeek M1 V5 TMR
MonsGeek
$150

“The TMR M1”

The M1 V5 with TMR magnetoresistance sensors that accept both magnetic and mechanical switches on one board. Reviewers found it fast and well built; software and a hidden mode switch are the complaints.

75% Both TMR magnetic 75%
MonsGeek M2 V5
MonsGeek M2 V5
MonsGeek
$100

“The 96% aluminum kit”

A 98-key aluminum compact full-size barebone with gasket mount, VIA, tri-mode wireless and an 8,000 mAh battery. Vortex Gaming praised its typing feel.

96% Both 96% Gasket
MonsGeek M2 V5 HE
MonsGeek M2 V5 HE
MonsGeek
$110

“The magnetic 96%”

The M2 V5 with Hall-effect magnetic switches: 98 keys, aluminum, gasket mount, 8K polling over USB and 2.4GHz and an 8,000 mAh tri-mode battery.

96% Both Hall effect 96%
MonsGeek M3 by MonsGeek
MonsGeek M3
MonsGeek
$110–$116

“Aluminum TKL, barebone price”

A wired aluminum TKL (87-key) barebone kit with gasket mount, a PC plate, QMK/VIA and screw-in stabilizers.

TKL Wired Aluminum TKL Gasket mount
MonsGeek M3 V5 HE
MonsGeek M3 V5 HE
MonsGeek
$105

“The magnetic M3”

The magnetic M3: an 87-key aluminum TKL with gasket mount, 8K polling over USB and 2.4GHz, and an 8,000 mAh tri-mode battery.

TKL Both Hall effect TKL
MonsGeek M5
MonsGeek M5
MonsGeek
$130

“The full-size aluminum kit”

A wired 108-key aluminum full-size barebone with gasket mount and QMK/VIA, about 2.45 kg. MonsGeek lists it as discontinued.

Full Wired Full size Aluminum
MonsGeek M5W
MonsGeek M5W
MonsGeek
$125

“The wireless full-size kit”

The wireless M5: a 108-key aluminum full-size kit with gasket mount, tri-mode connectivity and a 6,000 mAh battery. MonsGeek lists it as discontinued.

Full Both Full size Tri-mode
MonsGeek M6
MonsGeek M6
MonsGeek
$110

“The Alice kit”

A wired aluminum Alice-layout 65% barebone kit with a PC plate, gasket mount and QMK/VIA. A weighty kit that ThePhonograph rated highly for typing and sound.

Alice Wired Alice Aluminum
MonsGeek M7W
MonsGeek M7W
MonsGeek
$100–$110

“The wireless 65%”

The wireless version of the aluminum M7 65% kit: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz and USB-C, a 5,000 mAh battery and MonsGeek's own driver instead of VIA.

65% Both 65% Tri-mode
MonsGeek MG75S HE
MonsGeek MG75S HE
MonsGeek
$100

“The magnetic MG75”

A wired 75% with Kailh Sakura Pink magnetic switches, an ABS case and an aluminum plate. The switches are soldered, not hot-swappable.

75% Wired Hall effect 75%
MonsGeek Mineral 01
MonsGeek Mineral 01
MonsGeek
$110–$120

“The Mineral 75%”

A tri-mode aluminum 75% with a curved CNC side frame and PVD back weight, gasket mount, VIA and an 8,000 mAh battery. The Gem 01 is the plainer sibling.

75% Both 75% VIA
MonsGeek Mineral 02
MonsGeek Mineral 02
MonsGeek
$120–$130

“The Mineral 96%”

The 98-key Mineral: a tri-mode aluminum compact full-size with a curved CNC side frame, PVD back weight, gasket mount and VIA.

96% Both 96% VIA
NuPhy Air60 V2
NuPhy Air60 V2
NuPhy
$120

“NuPhy's low-profile 60% that weighs about a pound”

A 64-key low-profile 60% with hot-swap Gateron low-profile switches, QMK/VIA, tri-mode wireless and an aluminum top. AppleInsider praised it as a travel board; How-To Geek disliked the tiny right Shift and PCMag called it best for mobile use.

60% Both Low profile 60%
NuPhy Gem80 by NuPhy
NuPhy Gem80
NuPhy
$150–$170

“NuPhy's assembled custom-style TKL kit with an aluminum top and omni-mount”

A barebones TKL with a CNC aluminum top, thick PC bottom, FR4 plate, hot-swap sockets, QMK/VIA and tri-mode wireless. Tom's Hardware called it a great introduction to custom boards; Tom's Guide hit firmware issues and spacebar wobble.

TKL Both Aluminum TKL Gasket or top mount
Qwertykeys Neo75
Qwertykeys Neo75
Qwertykeys
$139

“Qwertykeys' aluminum 75% kit with three mounting options and optional tri-mode”

A 75% aluminum kit with Poron or silicone gasket and top-mount options, a hot-swap PCB in wired or tri-mode form, and aluminum or PP plates. alexotos (brand-supplied boards, affiliate links) praised its look and sound; the fixed layout, hidden screws and tune-needed stabilizers were its complaints.

75% Both 75% kit Aluminum
ASUS ROG Azoth
ROG Azoth
ASUS
$190–$250

“ASUS's gasket-mount 75% with an OLED, knob, hot-swap and a lube kit”

A tri-mode 75% with a gasket mount, hot-swappable pre-lubed NX switches, a 2-inch OLED, a three-way control knob and a DIY lube kit. Tom's Hardware, IGN and Trusted Reviews loved the typing and battery; Armoury Crate software and the cost were the complaints.

75% Both 75% Gasket
Razer BlackWidow V4
Razer BlackWidow V4
Razer
$170–$180

“Razer's full-size gaming board with six macro keys and a wrist rest”

A wired full-size gaming board with six dedicated macro keys, four media keys and a roller, Razer Green or Yellow switches, an aluminum top case and a magnetic wrist rest. CGMagazine liked the comfort and controls but found the Green switches loud.

Full Wired Full size 6 macro keys
Razer BlackWidow V4 75%
Razer BlackWidow V4 75%
Razer
$140–$200

“Razer's hot-swap, gasket-mounted 75% with tactile Orange switches”

A wired 75% gaming board with hot-swap sockets, a gasket-mounted FR4 plate, a tape-modded PCB and tactile Razer Orange switches. PCMag gave it an Editor's Choice for its typing feel; Razer's own forum carries reports of Orange switches failing.

75% Wired 75% Hot-swap
SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3
SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3
SteelSeries
$190–$240

“SteelSeries' TKL with adjustable Hall-effect switches and an OLED screen”

A wired TKL with OmniPoint 3.0 Hall-effect switches adjustable from 0.1 to 4.0 mm, Rapid Trigger, an OLED screen and PBT keycaps. PC Gamer called the typing feel immaculate; PCMag and Laptop Mag found the OLED and scroll wheel awkward.

TKL Wired OmniPoint 3.0 Rapid Trigger
Varmilo VA87M
Varmilo VA87M
Varmilo
$126–$169

“Varmilo's wired Cherry MX TKL with dye-sub PBT and quiet stabilizers”

A wired TKL with Cherry MX switches, dye-sublimated PBT keycaps, a plate-mount build and mini-USB. Switch and Click (an affiliate-linked site) called its stabilizers the best on any prebuilt; there is no RGB, software or hot-swap.

TKL Wired TKL Cherry MX
Wooting 60HE v2
Wooting 60HE v2
Wooting
$180–$240

“Wooting's 60% with 8 kHz polling, Tikken switches and an FR4 plate”

A wired 60% Hall effect keyboard with Lekker Tikken Medium switches, true 8 kHz polling, an FR4 plate and a friction-fit mount, in ABS or aluminium. Reviewers praise the typing feel and sound, and note a slight ping on larger keys.

60% Wired Hall effect 8000Hz
Wooting 60HE+
Wooting 60HE+
Wooting
$135–$155

“The earlier 60HE, now cheaper”

Wooting's 1000 Hz 60% with Lekker L60 switches, an ABS case and a steel plate. Reviewers rate its performance and build, and fault the fixed 6 degree angle and 1000 Hz polling.

60% Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
Wooting 80HE
Wooting 80HE
Wooting
$200–$250

“Wooting's 80% Hall effect board with a gasket mount and 8 kHz polling”

A wired 80% Hall effect keyboard with Lekker L60 V2 switches, a silicone gasket mount, a polycarbonate plate and true 8 kHz polling, in recycled ABS or zinc. Reviewers praise the software and build, and fault the wired-only design, non-standard layout and some chassis flex.

TKL Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
Wooting 80HE+
Wooting 80HE+
Wooting
$180–$290

“The updated Wooting 80% with Tikken switches and an FR4 plate”

An 80% Hall effect keyboard that updates the 80HE with Lekker Tikken Medium switches, an FR4 plate and extra dampening. Wooting offers ABS or zinc cases, a large knob on zinc prebuilts and a split spacebar on the module. No independent review of the 80HE+ was found.

TKL Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger
Wooting Two HE
Wooting Two HE
Wooting
$175–$195

“The full-size Wooting”

Wooting's full-size analog board, with Lekker switches, per-key actuation from 0.1 to 4 mm and a numpad. Reviewers praised the analog features; Tom's Hardware found the plastic build and thin keycaps behind its price.

Full Wired Hall effect Rapid Trigger