Keychron K8 Pro
$89
- Hot-swappable switches
- QMK/VIA support
- Great value
- Tall profile
Logitech MX Mechanical
$169
- Low-profile comfort
- Reliable wireless
- Long battery
- No hot-swap
- Pricey
NuPhy Air75
$119
- Thin and portable
- Hot-swappable
- Great looks
- Shorter key travel
Quick picks
Best valueKeychron K8 Pro
Best for office useLogitech MX Mechanical
Best portableNuPhy Air75
The Keychron K8 Pro offers the most features per dollar. The MX Mechanical suits office minimalists, and the Air75 wins for portability.
Three of the most popular mechanical keyboards, compared on the things that actually matter: switches, software, wireless, and price.
Feature comparison
| Feature | K8 Pro | MX Mechanical | Air75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch type | Hot-swappable | Fixed | Hot-swappable |
| Programming | QMK/VIA | Logi Options+ | QMK/VIA |
| Wireless | BT + USB-C | BT + 2.4 GHz | BT + 2.4 GHz |
| Profile | Tall | Low | Low |
| Price | $89 | $169 | $119 |
The verdict
- Keychron K8 Pro — the best place to start, and the best value.
- Logitech MX Mechanical — the pick for a clean office desk with flawless wireless.
- NuPhy Air75 — the pick if you want a thin board that still types like a real mechanical.