iKBC CD87 v2 vs MonsGeek M1

83 facts in comparison

Based on 1,468 Reddit opinions. Too close to call.

1.5K opinions
CD87 v2
Reddit's Pick
iKBC CD87 v2
90%
A
Based on
6,012 Redditors
Winner

iKBC CD87 v2

994 opinions

tldr; Cherry MX switches in aluminum case. PBT doubleshot keycaps stock. Simple, no-frills TKL. Budget workhorse.

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MonsGeek M1
90%
A
Based on
2,295 Redditors

MonsGeek M1

~$105.99
474 opinions

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

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Typing FeelSwitchesBuild QualityKeycapsFeatures
📝TYP
SWI
🔧BUI
KEY
FEA
16
Points
21
Points

Score by Category

Typing Feel
19%26%
Switches
15%19%
Build Quality
15%21%
Keycaps
13%19%
Features
13%16%

Why is MonsGeek M1 better than iKBC CD87 v2?

  • Better keycaps (19% vs 13%)
  • Better typing feel (26% vs 19%)
  • Better build quality (21% vs 15%)
  • Gasket mount
  • Great value
  • Hot-swap
Based on 8,307 Reddit opinions
Too Close to Call

Reddit prefers the CD87 v2

Winning by 0 points (90% vs 90%)

Cherry MX switches
Aluminum top plate
TKL layout
High confidence (8,307 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 8,307 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

CD87 v2
9.0/10
6,012 mentions
MonsGeek M1
9.0/10
2,295 mentions
KEYCAPS
CD87 v21.3/10
MonsGeek M11.9/10
VALUE
CD87 v22.0/10
MonsGeek M12.3/10
TYPING FEEL
CD87 v21.9/10
MonsGeek M12.6/10
FEATURES
CD87 v21.3/10
MonsGeek M11.6/10
SWITCHES
CD87 v21.5/10
MonsGeek M11.9/10
BUILD QUALITY
CD87 v21.5/10
MonsGeek M12.1/10
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Head to Head

Head to Head

CD87 v2: 0|MonsGeek M1: 6
KeycapsMonsGeek M1
CD87 v213%
MonsGeek M119%
ValueMonsGeek M1
CD87 v220%
MonsGeek M123%
Typing FeelMonsGeek M1
CD87 v219%
MonsGeek M126%
FeaturesMonsGeek M1
CD87 v213%
MonsGeek M116%
SwitchesMonsGeek M1
CD87 v215%
MonsGeek M119%
Build QualityMonsGeek M1
CD87 v215%
MonsGeek M121%
CD87 v290%
MonsGeek M190%
Dead heat - too close to call

Key Specs

SpeciKBC CD87 v2MonsGeek M1
Brand
MONSGEEK
Manufacturer
MONSGEEK
Color
Black & Silver-Cilantro switch

Key Highlights

iKBC CD87 v2Winner
🍒 Cherry MX switches
💪 Aluminum top plate
⌨️ TKL layout
📦 Great stock keycaps
MonsGeek M1
⚙️ Gasket mount
💰 Great value
🔧 Hot-swap
🔊 Good stock sound

Topic Battles

CD87 v2: 0|Tied: 0|MonsGeek M1: 5
📝Typing Feel
MonsGeek M1 wins
CD87 v2
19%
MonsGeek M1
26%
Switches
MonsGeek M1 wins
CD87 v2
15%
MonsGeek M1
19%
🔧Build Quality
MonsGeek M1 wins
CD87 v2
15%
MonsGeek M1
21%
Keycaps
MonsGeek M1 wins
CD87 v2
13%
MonsGeek M1
19%
Features
MonsGeek M1 wins
CD87 v2
13%
MonsGeek M1
16%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for iKBC CD87 v2

Best Praise
+87 pts
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r/mechanicalkeyboards
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for MonsGeek M1

Best Praise
+16 pts
Honestly, for my taste, the Agent wins hands down. Looks very cool, and I agree the red Monsgeek M1 looks fantastic.
r/budgetkeebs
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📈Historical Price Data

MonsGeek M1
$80$100Aug '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Nov '25Dec '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Low: $84.79Current: $105.99
MonsGeek M1
All-time low: $84.79(2025-11)

Which is Better?

Too Close to Call

Both products have nearly identical approval ratings (90% vs 90%). Choose based on your specific needs and preferences.

Why CD87 v2
  • 🍒 Cherry MX switches
  • 💪 Aluminum top plate
  • ⌨️ TKL layout
  • More discussed (6,012 vs 2,295)
Why MonsGeek M1
  • ⚙️ Gasket mount
  • 💰 Great value

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

15%Positive
Positive
15%
Neutral
83%
Negative
2%
Based on 6,012 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

19%Positive
Positive
19%
Neutral
79%
Negative
2%
Based on 2,295 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, iKBC CD87 v2 or MonsGeek M1?
Based on 8,307 Reddit comments, both are similarly rated at 90% and 90% positive - too close to call a clear winner.
Should I buy iKBC CD87 v2 or MonsGeek M1?
Both have similar approval ratings (90% vs 90%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about iKBC CD87 v2?
Reddit users highlight: Cherry MX switches. Aluminum top plate. TKL layout. With 6,012 mentions and 90% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about MonsGeek M1?
Reddit users highlight: Gasket mount. Great value. Hot-swap. With 2,295 mentions and 90% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 8,307 Reddit comments: 6,012 about iKBC CD87 v2 and 2,295 about MonsGeek M1. 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.

1,468 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 3/9/2026