Product Price Switch Type Number of Keys Keycap Material Plate Material Weight (g) Backlighting
Keychron Q11 Ultra 8K Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard Fully Assembled Knob
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£177.53 Keychron Silk POM Switch KSA double-shot PBT PC 1724g ± 10g

A premium split ergonomic keyboard with a CNC aluminum body, hot-swappable Silk POM switches, wireless 2.4GHz connectivity, and an 8000Hz polling rate. It suits enthusiasts, gamers, and frequent typists who want a highly customizable keyboard with flexible split positioning.

★ Ideal for

This suits people asking whether portable custom mechanical keyboards are available because its split wireless design, Bluetooth connectivity, hot-swappable switches, and customizable RGB lighting allow flexible use away from a fixed desk.

GMK GMK87
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£51.71 85 Polycarbonate

The GMK87 is an 85-key tenkeyless custom keyboard kit with hot-swappable sockets, tri-mode connectivity, a gasket mount, customizable LCD screen, and RGB backlighting. It suits users who want a compact programmable keyboard they can customize with their own switches and keycaps.

★ Ideal for

Yes, the GMK87 is portable because its 85-key tenkeyless layout omits the numpad and supports Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connections, making it practical to move between setups.

Keychron Q3 HE 8K Magnetic Switch Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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£171.12 Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Magnetic Switches OSA Double-Shot PBT Aluminum 1840g ± 10g

The Keychron Q3 HE 8K is an 80% custom magnetic-switch keyboard with an 8000 Hz polling rate, adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger, and a full aluminum body. It suits competitive gamers and enthusiasts who want fast response, wireless-free performance, and extensive customization.

★ Ideal for

It is a relatively portable custom mechanical keyboard because its 80% layout is more compact than a full-size board, while its aluminum construction, wireless-free USB Type-C connection, and 1840g weight make it better suited to desk-to-desk portability than frequent travel.

Built Built Max102
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£177.53 Capybara Linear, HMX Latte Linear, or Gecko Silent Linear PBT

The Built Max102 is a full-size mechanical keyboard with triple connectivity, hot-swap sockets, an aluminum housing, and per-key RGB lighting. It suits users who want a customizable pre-built keyboard with multiple switch and keycap options.

★ Ideal for

It suits people looking for a portable custom mechanical keyboard because it has a full-size layout in a pre-built aluminum case with hot-swap sockets, wireless connectivity, and customizable switch options.

Monsgeek M1 V5
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£81.37 Akko V3 Piano Pro linear PBT double-shot Polycarbonate 1750g

The MonsGeek M1 V5 is a 75% custom mechanical keyboard with tri-mode connectivity, an aluminum case, gasket mounting, hot-swappable switches, and rapid tool-free disassembly. It suits users who want a sturdy, customizable keyboard for typing, gaming, and wireless desktop use.

★ Ideal for

Yes, it is relatively portable for a custom mechanical keyboard because its compact 75% layout, tri-mode wireless connectivity, and built-in 8000mAh battery support use away from a fixed desktop, although its 1750g weight makes it better for room-to-room portability than frequent travel.

IQUNIX L80 Formula Typing
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£139.81 Cherry MX or Gateron 83 PBT Steel 1.5 kg

The IQUNIX L80 Formula Typing is a compact 80% mechanical keyboard with 83 keys, hot-swappable switches, PBT keycaps, tri-mode connectivity, and RGB lighting. Its durable construction and customizable switches suit typists, gamers, and keyboard enthusiasts who want a feature-rich compact layout.

★ Ideal for

Yes, it is portable because its 80% layout has 83 keys, its compact dimensions are 325 x 162 x 45 mm, and it supports wired USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, and 2.4GHz wireless connections.