#2
#2Runner Up
Keychron C1 Wired Mechanical Keyboard
8.7
~$44.99–$50Designed with programmers in mind, the Keychron C1 offers full Mac and Windows compatibility along with reliable Gateron mechanical switches under $50.
+Mac and Windows layout+Gateron mechanical switches+Solid OEM typing angle
Designed with programmers in mind, the Keychron C1 offers full Mac and Windows compatibility along with reliable Gateron mechanical switches under $50.
+Mac and Windows layout+Gateron mechanical switches+Solid OEM typing angle
#3
#3Also Great
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK61
8.6
~$47.99–$50The RK61 provides impressive wireless versatility and hot-swappable switches in a ultra-compact footprint that frees up desk space for developers.
+Hot-swappable switches+Dual wireless and wired+Compact desk footprint
The RK61 provides impressive wireless versatility and hot-swappable switches in a ultra-compact footprint that frees up desk space for developers.
+Hot-swappable switches+Dual wireless and wired+Compact desk footprint
#4
#4#4 Pick
EVGA Z12 RGB Gaming Keyboard
8.2
~$35–$40An economical option that offers a full key layout and custom macro keys, making repetitive programming shortcuts fast and easy.
+Dedicated macro keys+Affordable full-size layout+Comfortable key stem feel
An economical option that offers a full key layout and custom macro keys, making repetitive programming shortcuts fast and easy.
+Dedicated macro keys+Affordable full-size layout+Comfortable key stem feel
#5
#5#5 Pick
E-Yooso Z-11 60% Mechanical Keyboard
8.1
~$39.99Extremely wallet-friendly, the E-Yooso Z-11 offers true mechanical switches and a small footprint for programmers needing portable typing gear.
+Incredible price point+Tactile mechanical switches+Compact portable design
Extremely wallet-friendly, the E-Yooso Z-11 offers true mechanical switches and a small footprint for programmers needing portable typing gear.
+Incredible price point+Tactile mechanical switches+Compact portable design
#6
#6#6 Pick
MechanicalEagle Z-77 TKL
8.0
~$58.48The Z-77 TKL offers comfortable key sculpting and hot-swappable switches, perfect for programmers wanting tactile mechanical typing under $30.
+Very low price+Hot-swappable DIY switches+Ergonomic keycaps curvature
The Z-77 TKL offers comfortable key sculpting and hot-swappable switches, perfect for programmers wanting tactile mechanical typing under $30.
+Very low price+Hot-swappable DIY switches+Ergonomic keycaps curvature
#7
#7#7 Pick
SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL
7.9
~$49.99If you program in a quiet office environment, the Apex 3 TKL provides a mechanical-like tactile response while keeping typing noise to a minimum.
+Whisper quiet switches+IP32 water resistance+Dedicated multimedia controls
If you program in a quiet office environment, the Apex 3 TKL provides a mechanical-like tactile response while keeping typing noise to a minimum.
+Whisper quiet switches+IP32 water resistance+Dedicated multimedia controls
#8
#8#8 Pick
MageGee Portable 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
7.8
~$29.99–$30An entry-level 60% mechanical keyboard that offers solid tactile switch options at a price point well below the budget limit.
+Ultra affordable option+Ergonomic typing angle+Durable mechanical switches
An entry-level 60% mechanical keyboard that offers solid tactile switch options at a price point well below the budget limit.
+Ultra affordable option+Ergonomic typing angle+Durable mechanical switches
#9
#9#9 Pick
Havit Mechanical Keyboard and Mouse Combo
7.7
~$18–$45Offers a complete full-size mechanical setup with integrated wrist support, giving programmers an ergonomic 104-key layout on a budget.
+Full-size 104 key layout+Includes wrist rest+Tactile clicky response
Offers a complete full-size mechanical setup with integrated wrist support, giving programmers an ergonomic 104-key layout on a budget.
+Full-size 104 key layout+Includes wrist rest+Tactile clicky response
