Unicomp New Model M vs Unicomp Ultra Classic
The Unicomp New Model M and the Unicomp Ultra Classic are close alternatives. The main differences: the Unicomp New Model M is the cheaper of the two at $119 versus $199; stock, the Unicomp New Model M sounds clicky buckling spring and the Unicomp Ultra Classic loud, springy buckling-spring clack, lighter in weight than the original model m case but still far louder than any modern switch..
- Lower priceUnicomp New Model M$119 versus $199
Choose the Unicomp New Model M if
- you want to spend less ($119).
Choose the Unicomp Ultra Classic if
- you mainly want it for enthusiast.
Unicomp New Model M vs Unicomp Ultra Classic, spec by spec
| Unicomp New Model M | Unicomp Ultra Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | full | full |
| Height | Standard | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| Hot-swap | No | No |
| Keycaps | Dye-sublimated PBT | PBT keycaps with dye-sublimated legends |
| Case | ABS plastic | plastic |
| Mount | Other | n/a |
| Backlight | White / none | White / none |
| QMK / VIA | No | No |
| Battery | n/a | n/a |
| Typical price | $119 (stronger spec) | $199 |
| Sound (stock) | clicky buckling spring | Loud, springy buckling-spring clack, lighter in weight than the original Model M case but still far louder than any modern switch. |
| 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 Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.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
45% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp New Model M; 77% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Unicomp Ultra Classic.
Where to buy the Unicomp New Model M
Where to buy the Unicomp Ultra Classic
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