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Keychron M1 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:16000 DPIWeight:79 g

Keychron M1 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

Keychron M1
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

80%

7.7

Technical score

20%

7.3

User score

â–²Better than 80% of mice
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 78%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

36%

6.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

7.6

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

9.9

Connectivity

5%

5.8

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 83%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 85%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Keychron M1

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

36%

6.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

7.6

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

9.9

Connectivity

5%

5.8

Battery & Charging

7.7
User score
User score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

4.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
4.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Popularity:
Keychron M1 has a popularity score of 4.7 points, which is lower than that of 66.8% of products in this category.
4.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.3
Brand name
Keychron
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5.1, which is newer than 86.3% of mice and equal to 6.1% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
70 hours
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, which is less than 62.4% of mice and equal to 14.1% of mice.
Battery capacity
600 mAh
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 600 mAh, which is larger than 74.4% of mice and equal to 4.9% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
9
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 9 buttons, which is more than 88.3% of mice and equal to 3.5% of mice.
N. of side buttons
4
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 4 side buttons, which is more than 92.5% of mice and equal to 4.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
79 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 79 g, which makes it lighter than 52.8% of mice and equal to 1.1% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
paracord
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Onboard memory profiles
5
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, which is more than 81.4% of mice and equal to 18.2% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Keychron Launcher
Firmware upgradable
yes
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Keychron M1 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 vs 1
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 50 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 80 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    80 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 3 more buttons
    This mouse has 9 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    9 vs 6
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 vs 1
  • 0.5 hours longer full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 2.5 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    70 hours vs 85 hours
  • 10.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    Keychron M1
    the average mouse
    Keychron M1 has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.27 vs 8).
    7.27 vs 8
  • 35.8% less popular
    Keychron M1 is less popular than the average mouse (4.7 vs 6.4).
    4.7 vs 6.38
  • 57.1% more expensive
    Keychron M1 is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 10.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Keychron M1
    the average mouse
    Keychron M1 has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.27 vs 8).
    7.27 vs 8
  • 35.8% less popular
    Keychron M1 is less popular than the average mouse (4.7 vs 6.4).
    4.7 vs 6.38
  • 57.1% more expensive
    Keychron M1 is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 0.5 hours longer full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 2.5 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 70 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    70 hours vs 85 hours

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Keychron M1

  • Ultra-lightweight design (68g for wired, 79g for wireless) which reduces fatigue during long sessions.
  • True ambidextrous shape with side buttons on both the left and right sides, making it suitable for left-handed users.
  • Includes a high-quality, flexible, and detachable braided USB-C to USB-C cable with a USB-A adapter.
  • Excellent sensor performance using the PMW3389 (wired) or PAW3395 (wireless) for precise tracking and low latency.
  • Programmable buttons and customisable RGB lighting via the Keychron Engine software, which is compatible with both Windows and macOS.
  • Onboard storage allows users to save custom settings directly to the mouse.

What customers don't like about Keychron M1

  • Side buttons are small and flush with the shell, making them difficult or annoying to press for some users.
  • DPI and RGB adjustment buttons are located on the bottom of the mouse, preventing on-the-fly changes during active use.
  • Some users reported sporadic cursor lag or 'jumping' issues, specifically at higher DPI settings.
  • Build quality issues such as noticeable creaking sounds during regular use and mouse feet with sharp edges that may not glide perfectly.
  • Limited battery life on the wireless version compared to competitors, with some users needing to charge every 3 days.
  • The low-profile design may feel too small or uncomfortable for users with larger hands who prefer a palm grip.

Verdict

The Keychron M1 is an ultra-lightweight, wired gaming mouse featuring an ambidextrous design with two side buttons on each side and a perforated shell that keeps its weight at just 68g. It is equipped with a high-performance PixArt PMW3389 sensor offering up to 16,000 DPI, 400 IPS, and a 1,000 Hz polling rate, complemented by a flexible detachable USB-C paracord-like cable and programmable RGB lighting. Main pros include its low click latency, broad CPI range, and comfortable shape suitable for most hand sizes and grip types. However, notable cons include its wired-only connectivity, mouse feet with slightly sharp edges, and a lack of horizontal tilt or free-scrolling on the scroll wheel.

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