Unicomp Classic (Model M) vs Unicomp New Model M

The Unicomp Classic (Model M) and the Unicomp New Model M are close alternatives. The main differences: the Unicomp Classic (Model M) is the cheaper of the two at $104 versus $119.

Unicomp Classic (Model M) full · $104
Unicomp New Model M full · $119

Choose the Unicomp Classic (Model M) if

  • you want to spend less ($104).

Choose the Unicomp New Model M if

  • its overall balance fits you: the unicomp new model m modernises the heritage full-size with a slimmer trimmed case and usb, while retaining the authentic buckling-spring key mechanism and thick pbt keycaps that made the original ibm board legendary among typists.

Unicomp Classic (Model M) vs Unicomp New Model M, spec by spec

Unicomp Classic (Model M)Unicomp New Model M
Layout full full
Height Standard Standard
Connectivity Wired Wired
Hot-swap No No
Keycaps Dye-sublimated PBT Dye-sublimated PBT
Case ABS plastic ABS plastic
Mount Other Other
Backlight White / none White / none
QMK / VIA No No
Battery n/a n/a
Typical price $104 (stronger spec) $119
Sound (stock) clicky buckling spring clicky buckling spring
Released n/a n/a

Highlighted rows are where the two differ; a check marks the objectively stronger spec (price, battery, modability). Feel and preference rows never get a check. Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.

Where they sit among all 509 boards we track

Price cheapest priciest
Unicomp Classic (Model M) $104
Unicomp New Model M $119

38% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp Classic (Model M); 45% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp New Model M.

Where to buy the Unicomp Classic (Model M)

Where to buy the Unicomp New Model M

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