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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$50
  • Layout size: 65%
  • Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • Switch type: mechanical
  • Polling rate: 1000 Hz

Kreo Swarm 65 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.2

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Power

28.0%

4.7

Switches

20.0%

9.9

Materials

12.0%

6.8

Features

6.0%

5.0

Design

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Polling rate

    24.0%

    1.0

    Rapid trigger

    20.0%

    1.0

    Adjustable actuation

    16.0%

    10

    Hot-swappable switches

    12.0%

    10

    Onboard memory

  • 8.2
    Typing

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Wrist rest included

    24.0%

    10

    Legend method

    20.0%

    10

    Adjustable feet

    15.0%

    9.0

    Typing angle

    13.0%

    10

    Pre-lubed stabilizers

  • 5.0
    Programming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    QMK support

    26.0%

    1.0

    VIA support

    18.0%

    10

    Mac compatibility

    14.0%

    10

    Multi-device pairing

    12.0%

    10

    Connection type

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Verdict

The Kreo Swarm 65 is a compact 65% mechanical keyboard featuring tri-mode connectivity (Wired, 2.4GHz, and Bluetooth 5.0) with a 1000Hz polling rate and a high-capacity 4000mAh battery for up to 200 hours of use. Its premium construction includes a gasket mount, a polycarbonate plate, and five-layer sound dampening (IXPE, TPU, silicone), complemented by pre-lubed Sterling (linear) or GTMX Sense (tactile) switches and a dedicated metal volume knob. Main pros include its hot-swappable 5-pin PCB, vibrant per-key north-facing RGB with software support, and durable double-shot PBT shine-through keycaps. However, some users have noted cons such as a slightly hollow-sounding spacebar, a bulky weight of 752g that may impact portability, and a default Mac-mode start-up that requires manual switching to Windows each time.

Technical Specifications of Kreo Swarm 65

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the keyboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as switch feel, typing and gaming performance, layout and features, connectivity, build quality, backlighting, software, and comfort.

When it matters: When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

34.0%

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Connectivity & Power

28.0%

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Switches

20.0%

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Materials

12.0%

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Features

6.0%

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Design

7.2
Kreo Swarm 65 has a technical score of 7.18 points, which is higher than that of 70.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters: When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Kreo Swarm 65 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 79.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.0
Kreo Swarm 65 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 60.5% of products in this category.
Switch type
What it is: Identifies the switch technology used by the keyboard, such as mechanical, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you are choosing between different response technologies and their long-term behavior.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical
Switch feel
What it is: Describes the keypress character, such as linear, tactile, or clicky.
When it matters: When the sensation of each keypress changes comfort, control, and noise level for your use.

Importance: HIGH

linear / tactile
Switch name
What it is: States the specific switch model used by the keyboard.
When it matters: When the exact switch model matters because small tuning differences affect your preference.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Actuation force
What it is: Measures how much force is needed to actuate a key.
When it matters: When finger fatigue, accidental presses, or key resistance matters to your typing style.

Importance: HIGH

45 g
Min actuation distance
What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.3 mm
Kreo Swarm 65 has a minimum actuation distance of 1.3 mm, which is shorter than 57.9% of keyboards and equal to 1.7% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
What it is: Identifies the keyboard technology, such as mechanical, membrane, optical, or Hall effect.
When it matters: When you need a keyboard built around a specific switch technology or feel profile.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical
Layout size
What it is: States the keyboard form factor and how much of the standard keyset it includes.
When it matters: When desk space, portability, or access to a full key set affects how you work or play.

Importance: HIGH

65%
Layout standard
What it is: Specifies the regional layout standard, such as ANSI, ISO, or JIS.
When it matters: When you need a regional key layout that matches your language habits or keycap set.

Importance: MEDIUM

ANSI
N. of keys
What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

Importance: MEDIUM

68
Kreo Swarm 65 has 68 keys, which is fewer than 75.9% of keyboards and equal to 6% of keyboards.
Profile
What it is: Describes whether the keyboard uses a low-profile or standard-height design.
When it matters: When key height changes your typing comfort, travel distance, or the overall desk setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Connection type
What it is: Specifies how the keyboard connects, such as USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, or Bluetooth.
When it matters: When latency, cable management, or wireless flexibility is part of your buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Kreo Swarm 65 offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.9% of keyboards and equal to 42.1% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.
When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Kreo Swarm 65 supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
up to 3 devices.
Bluetooth version
What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.0
Kreo Swarm 65 uses Bluetooth 5.0, which is newer than 46.8% of keyboards and equal to 17.7% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.
When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Kreo Swarm 65 is Mac compatible. 44.4% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
Battery life
What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

200 h
Kreo Swarm 65 lasts 200 h on a charge, which is longer than 59.8% of keyboards and equal to 1.7% of keyboards.
backlight off.
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RGB lighting
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes customizable RGB lighting effects.
When it matters: When visual customization and desk aesthetics matter to your setup.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Kreo Swarm 65 has RGB lighting. 12.3% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.
When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Kreo Swarm 65 has per-key RGB lighting. 23% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

Importance: LOW

65
Kreo Swarm 65 has 65 RGB zones, which is fewer than 71.3% of keyboards and equal to 1.2% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.
When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Kreo Swarm 65 does not include underglow lighting. 31.7% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Per-key RGB only.
Backlight direction
What it is: Specifies whether the switches use north-facing or south-facing backlighting.
When it matters: When you care about switch compatibility, keycap interference, or lighting placement.

Importance: LOW

north-facing
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Case material
What it is: Describes the main material used for the keyboard case.
When it matters: When build feel, rigidity, and overall finish influence your sense of quality.

Importance: HIGH

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Plate material
What it is: Describes the material used for the mounting plate beneath the switches.
When it matters: When keyboard stiffness, sound profile, and bottom-out feel matter more than the switch spec sheet alone.

Importance: HIGH

polycarbonate
Keycap material
What it is: Describes the material used to make the keycaps.
When it matters: When surface texture, wear resistance, and sound of the keycaps affect your choice.

Importance: HIGH

PBT
Keycap profile
What it is: Describes the shape and height profile of the keycaps.
When it matters: When key shape and sculpting affect comfort, wrist angle, and the sound of each press.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cherry
Legend method
What it is: Describes how the legends are applied to the keycaps, which affects durability and visibility.
When it matters: When you care about how long key legends stay readable after heavy use.

Importance: MEDIUM

double-shot
Kreo Swarm 65 uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.8% of keyboards and equal to 74.2% of keyboards.
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Kreo Swarm 65 vs the average keyboard

  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Kreo Swarm 65 has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    What it is: Measures the full distance a key can move from top to bottom.
    When it matters: When full key movement changes comfort, speed, or the way the keyboard feels under your fingers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.3.5 mm vs 4 mm
  • Volume control wheel
    Kreo Swarm 65 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
    Metal volume wheel.
    What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes a dedicated wheel or roller for hardware volume control.
    When it matters: When frequent hardware volume control matters enough that you do not want to rely on function-key shortcuts.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • 0.4 mm shorter actuation distance
    Kreo Swarm 65 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.3 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.
    When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.3 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.1.3 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 23% lower weight
    Kreo Swarm 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (752 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
    What it is: Measures the total mass of the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you care whether the keyboard feels easy to carry or heavy enough to stay planted on the desk.

    Importance: HIGH

    Kreo Swarm 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (752 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.752 g vs 976 g
  • 3.71x cheaper
    Kreo Swarm 65 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£35 vs £130).
    Kreo Swarm 65 is cheaper than the average keyboard (£35 vs £130).£35 vs £130
  • 34 h longer battery life
    Kreo Swarm 65 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (200 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
    backlight off.
    What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

    Importance: HIGH

    Kreo Swarm 65 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (200 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.200 h vs 166 h
  • 2 newer release date
    Kreo Swarm 65 is newer than the average keyboard (2,025 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
    What it is: States when the keyboard was officially launched or became available.
    When it matters: When you prefer a newer board for more recent wireless standards, firmware support, or hardware revisions.

    Importance: LOW

    Kreo Swarm 65 is newer than the average keyboard (2,025 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.2025 vs 2023
  • 23% lower weight
    Kreo Swarm 65 weighs less than the average keyboard (752 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
  • 2 newer release date
    Kreo Swarm 65 is newer than the average keyboard (2,025 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
  • 34 h longer battery life
    Kreo Swarm 65 lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (200 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
  • 0.5 mm shorter key travel
    Kreo Swarm 65 has 3.5 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
  • 0.4 mm shorter actuation distance
    Kreo Swarm 65 has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.3 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
  • Volume control wheel
    Kreo Swarm 65 includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.8% of keyboards include a volume wheel.

Total
Overall
Design
Connectivity & Power
Switches
Features
  • 19 fewer keys
    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (68 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
  • 77.6 mm thicker design
    Kreo Swarm 65 is thicker than the average keyboard (115.6 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
  • 4.2 mm higher keyboard height
    Kreo Swarm 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Kreo Swarm 65 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 18 fewer RGB zones
    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
  • 19 fewer keys
    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (68 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (68 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.68 vs 87
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Kreo Swarm 65 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
    When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.5.0 vs 5.2
  • 18 fewer RGB zones
    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
    When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

    Importance: LOW

    Kreo Swarm 65 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (65 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.65 vs 83
  • 5.77x less popular
    Kreo Swarm 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.00 vs 5.772).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters: When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    Kreo Swarm 65 is less popular than the average keyboard (1.00 vs 5.772).1 vs 5.77
  • 77.6 mm thicker design
    Kreo Swarm 65 is thicker than the average keyboard (115.6 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's front-to-back depth or body thickness.
    When it matters: When front height and overall keyboard bulk affect comfort or portability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 is thicker than the average keyboard (115.6 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.115.6 mm vs 38 mm
  • 4.2 mm higher keyboard height
    Kreo Swarm 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
    What it is: Measures the keyboard's vertical dimension from its base to its highest point.
    When it matters: When the keyboard has to fit under shelves, trays, or other tight desk constraints.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Kreo Swarm 65 is taller than the average keyboard (42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.42.7 mm vs 38.5 mm
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What customers like about Kreo Swarm 65?

  • Excellent 'thocky' sound profile due to five-layer sound dampening and pre-lubed switches
  • Premium feel for the price with a heavy build (752g) and a high-quality metal volume knob
  • Versatile tri-mode connectivity (Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz wireless, and USB-C wired)
  • Gasket-mounted design provides a comfortable, cushioned typing experience
  • Hot-swappable PCB supports both 3-pin and 5-pin switches for easy customization
  • Strong 4000mAh battery offering up to 200 hours of use with RGB turned off
  • 400-day warranty, which is longer than the typical one-year industry standard

What customers dislike about Kreo Swarm 65?

  • Poor keycap legibility on some variants, particularly purple ones, when RGB is off
  • Default behavior forces Mac mode upon startup with no option to save Windows mode in software
  • Software experience can be inconsistent, with reports of broken macOS apps and difficult-to-find downloads
  • ABS plastic case might feel less premium compared to competitors that offer metal top cases
  • Significant battery drain when RGB lighting is active, reducing life to roughly 20-30 hours
  • Tight USB-C port on some units, requiring extra force for plugging and unplugging

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