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A mechanical keyboard is a type of keyboard that uses physical switches under each key to register the keystrokes. Mechanical keyboards offer a more durable, responsive, accurate and customizable typing experience. Mechanical keyboards are popular among gamers, programmers, and enthusiasts who value the feel and sound of their keyboards, as well as the different RGB lighting effects.
Finding the perfect low budget mechanical keyboard is essential, as it saves you money in the long run. We have narrowed down our recommendation to 5 budget-friendly mechanical keyboards that are below RM100 (21.48 USD) and offer warranty periods in no particular order.
Leaven, a new brand founded in 2020, launched the Leaven K620. It is a budget-friendly 60% mechanical keyboard and comes with a ONE YEAR SUPPLIER WARRANTY from LEAVEN, but the buyer has to pay for the shipping charges for any warranty claims. The keyboard does not include a mouse peripheral. It has sold over 2,100 units and has a rating of 4.9/5 from 1,000 buyers.
- Shopee Original Price: RM 89.90
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM 69.90
If you prefer a larger keyboard, the Leaven K710, a 100% mechanical keyboard is a good option. It has 71 keys and a different keycap material made by Method Dual-Color Injection. It is slightly more expensive and is larger than the Leaven K620, but it has similar features.
- Shopee Original Price: RM 89.90
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM 79.90
- Connection Type: USB Wired
- 60% Mechanical Keyboard
- Plug & Play (No Driver Required)
- N-key mode (unlimited) Anti-Ghosting
- Detachable Type-C cable with magnetic ring
- Can be used as a mobile phone charging cable
- 9 lighting effects with adjustable side light bar
- RGB backlit display with 17 backlight modes
- Keyboard Layout: 61 Keys
- Keyboard Materials: ABS double injection PBT keycaps which are more durable, resistant to shining and UV degradation
- Rubber pads and stand feet on the bottom for increasing stability and skidproof
- Ergonomic design and lightweight body
- Hot-swappable Outemu switches: Blue and Red
- No wrist support
- Shipping charges for both sides will be paid by buyer for any Warranty Claims
- Lifespan of up to 50 million keystrokes and cycles
- Dimension: 290mm (L) * 105mm (H) * 35mm (W)
- Cable Length: 1.8m
The AULA F2066-II is considered a budget-oriented 100% mechanical keyboard that comes with a TWO YEAR SUPPLIER WARRANTY from AULA via ED STORE reseller, boasting its keyboard lifespan of up to 60 million keystrokes. This product does not include a mouse peripheral, so it’s best to purchase one in a separate order. It has sold at least 2,000 units and received a rating of 4.9/5 from 1,300 buyers.
- Shopee Original Price: RM 89
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM 69.90
- Connection Type: USB Wired
- Mechanical Keyboard
- Plug & Play (No Driver Required)
- 20 Adjustable Lighting Effects / Backlit via Software
- Aluminium metal panel
- Scratch resistant and not easy to damage
- Stylish appearance design
- High and low key design
- Intelligent sleep mode: Turning on/off backlight function when entering sleep/standby mode
- KRGD Switch (May produce louder and more high-pitched clicking sound)
- Support 6-key and N-key mode (unlimited) for Anti-Ghosting
- 104 Keyboard Keys (default) / 106 Keyboard Keys (2 keys for switching anti-ghosting mode)
- Lifespan of up to 60 million keystrokes and cycles
- Dimension: 435mm (L) * 131.8mm (H) * 34.9mm (W)
The Armageddon MKA-1C NEO Psychswift is considered a budget-oriented 100% mechanical keyboard that comes with a TWO YEAR MANUFACTURER WARRANTY from ARMAGEDDON OFFICIAL STORE, despite being sold at a higher original price. This product does not include a mouse peripheral, so you will have to purchase it separately. It has sold at least 1,700 units and received a rating of 4.9/5 from 874 buyers.
- Shopee Original Price: RM 149
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM 79.90
- Connection Type: USB Wired
- Mechanical Keyboard
- 2 Colours Available: Black & White
- Plug & Play (No Driver Required)
- 11 Different Backlight EFX Presets and Adjustable Brightness
- 21 Anti-Ghosting Keys
- 61 Full LED Mechanical Keyboard Keys
- 5-Zone Multicolour LED Back Light
- Lifespan of up to 20 million keystrokes and cycles
- KevlarTech™ Keypads with Lifetime Fade-Proof Warranty
- Gaming Mode (FN + Windows key)
- Dimension: 290mm (L) * 100mm (H) * 39mm (W)
- Cable Length: 1.5m
The Armageddon MKA-2C NEO Psychraven is a budget-friendly 100% mechanical keyboard that is similar to its smaller counterpart, the MKA-1C NEO Psychswift. This product has better features than the Psychswift. It also comes with a TWO YEAR MANUFACTURER WARRANTY from ARMAGEDDON OFFICIAL STORE. However, this product does not include a mouse peripheral, so you will need to buy one separately. It has sold at least 1,700 units and received a rating of 4.9/5 from 865 buyers.
- Shopee Original Price: RM 139
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM 89.00
- Connection Type: USB Wired
- Mechanical Keyboard
- 2 Colours Available: Black & White
- Plug & Play (No Driver Required)
- 12 Different Backlight EFX Presets and Adjustable Brightness
- 25 Anti-Ghosting Keys
- 87 Full LED Mechanical Keyboard Keys
- 5-Zone Multicolour LED Back Light
- Lifespan of up to 20 million keystrokes and cycles
- KevlarTech™ Keypads with Lifetime Fade-Proof Warranty
- Gaming Mode (FN + Windows key)
- Sleek Sporty Design
- Adjustable Angle
- Dimension: 358mm (L) * 130mm (H) * 34mm (W)
- Cable Length: 1.5m
The AULA F2088 is considered a budget-oriented 100% mechanical keyboard that can be found priced below RM100 after discounts. The AULA F2088 is better compared to its previous version, F2066. Still, this product comes with a ONE YEAR SUPPLIER WARRANTY from AULA OFFICIAL MALAYSIA LOCAL STORE with its keyboard lifespan of up to 50 million keystrokes, which is lesser than F2066. Similar to other AULA’s product, this product does not include a mouse peripheral as well. Based on the statistics from AULA Official Malaysia Local Store, it has sold at least 4,300 units and received a rating of 4.9/5 from 2,100 buyers.
- Shopee Original Price: RM599
- Shopee Discounted Price: RM99.99 – RM120.99
- Connection Type: USB Wired
- Mechanical Keyboard
- Plug & Play (No Driver Required)
- 22 Adjustable / Custom Lighting Effects / Backlit via Software
- Aluminium metal panel
- Scratch resistant and not easy to damage
- Stylish appearance design
- Magnetic Detachable Wrist Rest
- KRGD Blue Switch (May produce louder and more high-pitched clicking sound)
- Support 6-key and N-key mode (unlimited 104 keys) for Anti-Ghosting
- Multi-function Alloy (Controlling multimedia volume, switching lighting effect and brightness)
- Hot-Swapable Switch (Blue/ Red/ Brown/ Black)
- Lifespan of up to 50 million keystrokes
- 108 Keyboard Keys
- Dimension: 435mm (L) * 123mm (H) * 38.5mm (W)
- Cable Length: 1.6m
