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Best mechanical keyboards with QMK or VIA (2026)

Remap every key and layer with open firmware. Best first, by our score. Running costs assume 24/7 at idle, at 26.32p/kWh. Where we don't have today's price, we use the typical UK price we found when researching it.

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  1. #1

    Keychron Q1 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

    7.7/10verdict: buy

    The Keychron Q1 Max is for typists who want a premium 75% wireless board with a metal case and full control over the keymap. It suits people who work across macOS, Windows and Linux and want to swap switches without soldering. It is less suited to anyone who wants a light, low-profile board or relies mainly on Bluetooth.

    75%, ANSIGateron Jupiter Red, Brown or BananaYes2.4 GHz, BluetoothQMK / VIA
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    Keychron Q1 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
    £219.99typical UK price when researchedCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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  2. #2

    Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard

    7.4/10verdict: buy

    The Keychron K10 HE is for people who want a full-size keyboard with a number pad and adjustable magnetic switches. It suits desk users who move between Windows, macOS and Linux and want QMK firmware with wireless options. It is built for a fixed desk, not a bag.

    100% full sizeGateron Double-rail Magnetic Switch /…Hot-swappable2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2QMK / VIA
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    Keychron K10 HE Wireless Magnetic Switch Custom Keyboard
    £129.99typical UK price when researchedSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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  3. #3

    Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard

    5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

    The Geeky GK65 is a wired 65% keyboard for people who want a compact board with a choice of switches and an ISO option. It suits buyers who want hot-swap sockets and are happy to use Geeky's Windows software. It is a wired board for desk use rather than a wireless or open-firmware one.

    65%, ANSI 68 keys or ISO 69 keysBlack, Blue, Brown, Red, Speed Yellow or…Yes on GK65 MechanicalWired USB-CQMK / VIA
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    Geeky GK65 Gaming Keyboard
    £26.11typical UK price when researchedCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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