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| Spec |  CannonKeys CannonKeys Bakeneko65 $150 “CannonKeys' beginner aluminum 65% with an O-ring mount and included parts” |  Qwertykeys QK65 V2 $165–$175 “Your first custom shouldn't be this good” Best Value |
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| Price , different | $150 | $165–$175 |
| Size | 65% | 65% |
| Type | Kit | Kit |
| Connectivity , different | Wired | Wireless + Wired |
| Released , different | 2022 | 2024 |
| Mounting , different | O-ring gasket | Gasket |
| Case , different | Cast aluminum (CannonKeys) | 6063 Aluminum |
| Colors , different | NG Blue Grey, NG Navy, NG White, NG Steel Blue, NG Khaki, NG Black, NG Dark Green, NG Lavender, NG Blush Red, NG Purple, Flash Black, Flash Grey, Pearl White, NG Sage, NG Charcoal | Anodized Black, Anodized Silver, Anodized Ice Blue, Spray-coated White, Spray-coated Retro White, Spray-coated Pink, Spray-coated Lilac, Spray-coated Black, Spray-coated Red |
| Weight , different | About 590 g unbuilt (CannonKeys) | 1.4kg before build, 1.75kg after build |
| Dimensions , different | 65% | 312.7 x 116.5mm |
| Typing angle , different | 6° | 6.5° |
| Front height , different | Not listed | 19.8mm |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Not included | Not included (kit) |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap | Tri-mode hot-swap, flex-cut or non-flex-cut, ANSI/ISO |
| Plates , different | FR4 | Aluminum, FR4, PC, POM, Carbon Fiber |
| Battery , different | — | 2x 2200mAh |
| Compatible switches | MX-style | MX-style |
| Software , different | QMK, VIA | QK Config |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB , different | No | Yes |
| Features , different | 65% kit, Polycarbonate, Gasket, Hot-swap, QMK/VIA | Gasket or Top Mount, Aluminum Case, Hot-swap, QK Config software (no VIA/Vial), Tri-mode Wireless, Mini Screen, Customizable Weight & Badge, Daughterboard |
| Good for , different | First-time custom builders People who want an easy, screw-free assembly Buyers who like a soft, cushioned O-ring feel | First custom builds where you want wireless and hot-swap Typists who want to try gasket and top mount on one board Buyers who like personalizing case colors, badge and screen Windows users comfortable with QK Config |
| Skip if , different | Experienced builders who want more options Anyone who wants screw-in stabilizers Those who want RGB lighting | Anyone who needs VIA, VIAL or QMK-style remapping Buyers who need an F-row (65% layout) Buyers who want everything in the box Mac users who want a finished remapping tool (QK Config for Mac is labelled beta) |
| Pros , different | Cast aluminum case with a removable silicone dampener (CannonKeys) O-ring mount needs no screws outside the USB port, making assembly simple (Tom's Hardware) FR4 plate, hot-swap PCB and clip-in stabilizers all included (CannonKeys) Tom's Hardware called it a great entry point to the hobby Silicone or zinc weight options (CannonKeys) Carrying case included (CannonKeys) | Tri-mode connectivity (USB-C, Bluetooth, 2.4GHz) with two 2200 mAh batteries Supports both PCB gasket mount and top mount, with plate cushions to reduce case ping Tool-free case opening and magnetic connectors make building and tuning quick Swappable weight, badge, screen bezel and LED bezel, with 12 top-case and 13 bottom-case choices Mini screen can show custom GIFs and the time Poron case foam in the box, and a 1 mm non-flex-cut foam option |
| Cons , different | Tom's Hardware noted imperfections in the finish Less flex than the Bakeneko60 (Tom's Hardware) Only clip-in stabilizers are supported (Tom's Hardware) No flex cuts and warm-white-only backlighting on the PCB (Tom's Hardware) No sound-dampening foam is included (Tom's Hardware) Switches and keycaps are not included (CannonKeys) | No VIA or VIAL: remapping uses Qwertykeys' QK Config, which has known issues listed by the maker Kit only: switches and keycaps are extra The case relies on clips; spares are included, and an owner of the related QK65v2 Classic HE reported breaking the pre-installed pair The included NeoStabs are a free gift and not covered by warranty (SwitchKeys listing) The mini screen is a matter of taste; Sacred Keebs considers screens unnecessary but expects many buyers to like it Prices and availability depend on regional vendor sales |
| Research take , different | A beginner-friendly aluminum 65% that Tom's Hardware recommends for newcomers. It is simple and limited, so pick it for ease rather than depth. | A feature-packed wireless 65% kit whose appeal is gasket-or-top-mount flexibility, easy assembly and personalization. The maker's materials and the reviews found support the value pitch. The main caveats are QK Config instead of VIA or VIAL, plastic case clips, and a kit that needs switches and keycaps. Check the vendor's kit contents, because they differ by listing. |