Glorious GMMK Pro vs MonsGeek M1

128 facts in comparison

Based on 1,483 Reddit opinions. MonsGeek M1MonsGeek M1 leads by 48 points.

1.5K opinions

MonsGeek M1 leads by 48pts

41%

Based on

980 Redditors

Glorious GMMK Pro

~$79.99

494 opinions

tldr; Glorious's flagship. Rotary encoder, gasket mount, but heavy and mushy stock stabs. Mod it or skip it.

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Reddit's Pick

89%

A-

Based on

2,519 Redditors

Winner

MonsGeek M1

~$105.99

989 opinions

tldr; Akko's value 75%. Multiple iterations refined it. Good value gasket board.

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📝TYP

⭐SWI

🔧BUI

⭐KEY

⚡FEA

Points

Score by Category

Typing Feel

38%71%

Switches

50%70%

Build Quality

38%83%

Keycaps

20%58%

Features

43%65%

Why is MonsGeek M1 better than Glorious GMMK Pro?

Higher Reddit score (89% vs 41%)
Better value (92% vs 24%)
Better features (65% vs 43%)
Better typing feel (71% vs 38%)
Better build quality (83% vs 38%)
Better switches (70% vs 50%)
Better keycaps (58% vs 20%)
Gasket mount

Based on 3,499 Reddit opinions

Clear Winner

Reddit prefers the MonsGeek M1MonsGeek M1

Winning by 48 points (89% vs 41%)

Better value

Better features

Better typing feel

High confidence (3,499 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 3,499 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

GMMK Pro

4.1/10

980 mentions

MonsGeek M1

8.9/10

2,519 mentions

VALUE

GMMK Pro2.4/10

MonsGeek M19.2/10

BUILD QUALITY

GMMK Pro3.8/10

MonsGeek M18.3/10

TYPING FEEL

GMMK Pro3.8/10

MonsGeek M17.1/10

FEATURES

GMMK Pro4.3/10

MonsGeek M16.5/10

SWITCHES

GMMK Pro5.0/10

MonsGeek M17.0/10

KEYCAPS

GMMK Pro2.0/10

MonsGeek M15.8/10

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Head to Head

Topic	GMMK Pro	MonsGeek M1
Value	24%	92%
Build Quality	38%	83%
Typing Feel	38%	71%
Features	43%	65%
Switches	50%	70%
Keycaps	20%	58%

Category Wins

GMMK Pro: 0|MonsGeek M1: 6

Head to Head

GMMK Pro: 0|MonsGeek M1: 6

ValueMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro24%

MonsGeek M192%

Build QualityMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro38%

MonsGeek M183%

Typing FeelMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro38%

MonsGeek M171%

FeaturesMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro43%

MonsGeek M165%

SwitchesMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro50%

MonsGeek M170%

KeycapsMonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro20%

MonsGeek M158%

GMMK Pro

41%

89%

MonsGeek M1

GMMK Pro41%

MonsGeek M189%

Clear winner - MonsGeek M1 leads by 48 points

Key Specs

Spec	Glorious GMMK Pro	MonsGeek M1
Layout	75% (82-key)	75% Layout (82 keys)
Switch Mount	Gasket-mounted	—
Case Material	CNC Aluminum	Aluminum CNC
Hotswap Sockets	5-pin	—
Connectivity	USB-C	Wired (USB-C), Tri-mode (Wired, Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz Wireless) for M1 V5

Key Highlights

Glorious GMMK Pro

🎛️ Rotary encoder

⚙️ Gasket mount

⚠️ Stabs need work

🔧 Modding platform

Some users report issues (31% negative)

MonsGeek M1Winner

⚙️ Gasket mount

💰 Great value

🔧 Hot-swap

🔊 Good stock sound

Topic Battles

GMMK Pro: 0|Tied: 0|MonsGeek M1: 5

📝Typing Feel

MonsGeek M1 wins

GMMK Pro

38%

MonsGeek M1

71%

⭐Switches

MonsGeek M1 wins

GMMK Pro

50%

MonsGeek M1

70%

🔧Build Quality

MonsGeek M1 wins

GMMK Pro

38%

MonsGeek M1

83%

⭐Keycaps

MonsGeek M1 wins

GMMK Pro

20%

MonsGeek M1

58%

⚡Features

MonsGeek M1 wins

GMMK Pro

43%

MonsGeek M1

65%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for MonsGeek M1

Best Praise

+19 pts

“Monsgeek M1 with NEWTOY/wukds 1970 keycaps. Little bit disappointed that the UK ISO keycaps I bought didn’t provide keys with the correct legends for the UK layout. I’ve hidden (most of) them with novelties but it’s a bit annoying still. Love the Monsgeek so far, massive upgrade from my previous Ducky One TKL!”

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Top Criticism

+35 pts

“Monsgeek M1 v5 * Tape mod on PCB. * Tape on case foam, wut? * Non-working encoder. * Massively overlubed stabilizers.”

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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Glorious GMMK Pro

Best Praise

+197 pts

“OP is aware of the alternatives and went with GMMK Pro anyway. Please don't gatekeep. Enjoy the keyboard!”

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Top Criticism

+57 pts

“sorry for ur issue GMMK is well known to avoid on this sub”

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Sentiment Over Time

Glorious GMMK Pro

MonsGeek M1

📈Historical Price Data

Glorious GMMK Pro

MonsGeek M1

Glorious GMMK Pro

All-time low: $78.95(2025-07)

$46 below 90-day avg

MonsGeek M1

All-time low: $84.79(2025-11)

Which is Better?

MonsGeek M1 Wins

89%

41%

Pro

MonsGeek M1 leads by 48 points based on 3,499 Reddit opinions.

Why MonsGeek M1Winner

Better Value for Money (92% vs 24%)
Better Features (65% vs 43%)
More discussed (2,519 vs 980)

Why GMMK Pro

🎛️ Rotary encoder
⚙️ Gasket mount

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

35%Positive

Positive

35%

Neutral

61%

Negative

Based on 2,519 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

20%Positive

Positive

20%

Neutral

49%

Negative

31%

Based on 980 Reddit opinions

Specification Comparison

Spec	Glorious GMMK Pro	MonsGeek M1
Layout	75% (82-key)	75% Layout (82 keys)
Switch Mount	Gasket-mounted	—
Case Material	CNC Aluminum	Aluminum CNC
Hotswap Sockets	5-pin	—
Connectivity	USB-C	Wired (USB-C), Tri-mode (Wired, Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz Wireless) for M1 V5
Polling Rate	1000 Hz	—
Brand	GLORIOUS	MONSGEEK
Manufacturer	Glorious PC Gaming Race	MONSGEEK
Color	Black	Black & Silver-Cilantro switch
Weight	3.3289801562 pounds	1.96kg
Height	1.26 Inches	3.3 cm
Mount	—	Gasket Mount
Hotswap	—	5-pin Hot-swappable
Pcb	—	South-facing RGB

Feature Checklist

GMMK Pro: 4|MonsGeek M1: 2

Feature	GMMK Pro	MonsGeek M1
Good stock sound
Included Components: GMMK PRO 75% Barebone Frame, 2M Black Braided USB-C Cable, Switch Puller & Keycap puller,
Rotary encoder
Stabs need work
Modding platform
Great value
Incredible Control: For even further modification of the keyboard experience, the GMMK PRO's pre-installed aluminum switch plate can be swapped out with alternative styles from Glorious. Swap in the Brass plate for a firmer typing feel and brighter sound. Or the Polycarbonate plate for a softer feel and deeper sound. Foam inside the case can also be added or removed to adjust the acoustic profile.
Thocky Experience Redefined: MonsGeek M1 V5 keyboard features an upgraded 5-layer noise reduction system for superior sound isolation. Paired with its gasket-mounted design, it delivers a deep, satisfying "thock" and a cushioned, comfortable typing experience right out of the box

Features extracted from Reddit highlights and enrichment data

⚔️Head to Head

Metric	Glorious GMMK Pro	MonsGeek M1
Reddit Score	41%	89%
Mentions	980	2,519
Sentiment	+ 193- 301	+ 881- 108

Where to Buy

Glorious GMMK Pro

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All-time low was $78.95 on 2025-07

MonsGeek M1

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All-time low was $84.79 on 2025-11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, MonsGeek M1 or Glorious GMMK Pro?

Based on 3,499 Reddit comments, MonsGeek M1 is the preferred choice with 89% positive sentiment vs Glorious GMMK Pro's 41%. MonsGeek M1 leads by 48 percentage points.

Should I buy MonsGeek M1 or Glorious GMMK Pro?

If you want the safer choice based on community sentiment, MonsGeek M1 has stronger approval ratings (89% vs 41%). However, Glorious GMMK Pro may still be better depending on your specific needs, budget, or use case.

What do Redditors love about MonsGeek M1?

Reddit users highlight: Gasket mount. Great value. Hot-swap. With 2,519 mentions and 89% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.

What do Redditors say about Glorious GMMK Pro?

Reddit users highlight: Rotary encoder. Gasket mount. Stabs need work. With 980 mentions and 41% approval, it remains a popular alternative.

How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?

This comparison analyzed 3,499 Reddit comments: 2,519 about MonsGeek M1 and 980 about Glorious GMMK Pro. Data was sourced from Mechanical Keyboards community discussions.

How accurate are these ratings?

Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.

Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?

Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

1,483 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 4/16/2026

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