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

90%

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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90%

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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📝TYP

⭐SWI

🔧BUI

⭐KEY

⚡FEA

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 v2iKBC 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

Topic	CD87 v2	MonsGeek M1
Keycaps	13%	19%
Value	20%	23%
Typing Feel	19%	26%
Features	13%	16%
Switches	15%	19%
Build Quality	15%	21%

Category Wins

CD87 v2: 0|MonsGeek M1: 6

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 v2

90%

MonsGeek M1

CD87 v290%

MonsGeek M190%

Dead heat - too close to call

Key Specs

Spec	iKBC CD87 v2	MonsGeek 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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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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Sentiment Over Time

iKBC CD87 v2

MonsGeek M1

📈Historical Price Data

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

Based on 6,012 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

19%Positive

Positive

19%

Neutral

79%

Negative

Based on 2,295 Reddit opinions

Specification Comparison

Spec	iKBC CD87 v2	MonsGeek M1
Brand	—	MONSGEEK
Manufacturer	—	MONSGEEK
Color	—	Black & Silver-Cilantro switch

Feature Checklist

CD87 v2: 4|MonsGeek M1: 4

Feature	CD87 v2	MonsGeek M1
Good stock sound
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
Multi-device& Wireless: MonsGeek M1 V5 mechanical keyboard can be connected to multiple devices through Bluetooth, multi-host 2.4Ghz (with a receiver), and wired Type-C modes with easy switch. Comes with a large 8000mAh battery, M1 V5 gaming keyboard offers strong flexibility in workplace for users with multi-devices computers, tablets and mobile devices
Cherry MX switches
Aluminum top plate
⌨ TKL layout
Great stock keycaps
Gasket mount

Features extracted from Reddit highlights and enrichment data

⚔️Head to Head

Metric	iKBC CD87 v2	MonsGeek M1
Reddit Score	90%	90%
Mentions	6,012	2,295
Sentiment	+ 900- 94	+ 433- 41

Where to Buy

iKBC CD87 v2

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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, 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.

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