MonsGeek M2

MonsGeek · 96% · standard height

MonsGeek M2 mechanical keyboard
Image courtesy of MonsGeek

A budget 96% (1800-layout) keyboard with a gasket mounted plate, hot-swappable switch sockets, wired USB-C connection, and a case aimed at first-time custom keyboard buyers.

Best for: budget, beginners, typing.

MonsGeek M2 specs

Layout 96%
Height Standard
Connectivity Wired
Hot-swap Yes
Stock switches n/a
Keycaps n/a
Case plastic
Mount Gasket (plate-mounted gasket design in a plastic case)
Backlight RGB
QMK / VIA Yes
Battery n/a
Typical price $90
Sound (stock) n/a
Released 2023

Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Where to buy

No verified retailer link right now (the MonsGeek M2 typically sells for around $90). Check MonsGeek directly or your usual mechanical-keyboard retailers.

Alternatives to the MonsGeek M2

MonsGeek M1 V5 75% · $90 The MonsGeek M1 V5 is a $90 aluminum 75% tri-mode keyboard with a quick-release ball-catch screwless case, 8000mAh battery, and QMK/VIA support on its VIA editions. Compare: MonsGeek M2 vs MonsGeek M1 V5
MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra 60% · $90 The MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra is a $90 aluminum 60% hall-effect-family board using TMR magnetic sensors with 8kHz polling even over 2.4GHz wireless, 0.01mm rapid trigger, and MagMech support for mixing magnetic and 5-pin mechanical switches. Compare: MonsGeek M2 vs MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra
MonsGeek M3 TKL · $129 The MonsGeek M3 is a wired CNC aluminum TKL barebone kit with a gasket mount, south-facing per-key RGB, and QMK/VIA firmware, sold without switches or keycaps for custom builds. Compare: MonsGeek M2 vs MonsGeek M3

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