Keychron K2 HE vs Lemokey P1 ProMagnetic vs MX
Choose the K2 HE for magnetic switch controls and QMK features, or the Lemokey P1 Pro for MX-style switch compatibility and a gasket mount.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron K2 HE
Magnetic
Build quality in the top 5% of 75% boards under $150.
- Magnetic switches with adjustable actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm and Rapid Trigger.
- QMK support and Keychron Launcher for remapping and macros.
- Vendor-listed features include Analog Mode, Dynamic Keystrokes, and Last Key Priority.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
Get the
Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
MX
- Hot-swappable with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches, according to the vendor listing.
- Gasket mount with a polycarbonate plate.
- Aluminum case and PBT keycaps.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- Missing ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-FR. The other board is sold in those layouts.
Pick the Keychron K2 HE if adjustable magnetic actuation, Rapid Trigger, and QMK customization are the priorities. Choose the Lemokey P1 Pro if you want MX-style switch swaps and a gasket-mounted build. Check the layout and keycap compatibility rules before buying either board.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Keychron K2 HE
Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
Hall effect (magnetic)
Yes
No
Adjustable actuation helps in games and not in normal typing
Rapid trigger
Yes
No
Faster resets help in games and not in normal typing
Case material
ABS, Aluminum, Resin, Wood
Aluminum
Mount style
Plate Mount, Tray Mount
Gasket Mount
Knob
Yes
No
- Keychron K2 HE
- Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
- Performance
- 9358
- Build quality
- 9176
- Productivity
- 9766
- Customizability
- 9862
- Portability
- 8150
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The K2 HE leads for gaming, office tasks, programming, and content creation, mainly because of its magnetic input features and broader customization options. The Lemokey P1 Pro is the more suitable choice for buyers who want to swap in standard MX-style switches or prefer a gasket mount. For travel, the Lemokey is lighter according to the listed weights, while the K2 HE is the only one with a stated battery capacity. Both offer the same three connection types and a 1000 Hz polling rate over wired and 2.4 GHz connections.
Pick the Keychron K2 HE
- The K2 HE has magnetic switches with adjustable actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm and Rapid Trigger.
- Its vendor description also lists Dynamic Keystrokes, Analog Mode, and Last Key Priority features.
- Both keyboards list a 1000 Hz polling rate for wired and 2.4 GHz connections.
Keychron K2 HE vs Lemokey P1 Pro specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
16 of 29 specs differ
Keychron K2 HE
Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
Switch options
Hall effect (magnetic)
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron K2 HE
Keychron
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, ISO-CH
In stockShips to you
Input Gear
ISO-DE
Out of stockShips to you
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK, ISO-FR, ISO-ES, ISO-CH
In stockDoes not ship to you
Keychron Lemokey P1 Pro
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO-DE.
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Keychron K2 HE vs Lemokey P1 Pro: your questions
The K2 HE uses magnetic switches and includes features such as adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger. The Lemokey P1 Pro is hot-swappable with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches, according to its vendor listing.
The K2 HE is the more gaming-focused option based on its magnetic switches, adjustable actuation, and Rapid Trigger. Both list a 1000 Hz polling rate for wired and 2.4 GHz connections.
No, its compatibility rules specify magnetic switches only, so standard MX switches will not fit. The Lemokey P1 Pro vendor listing says it supports 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches.
Yes, the K2 HE vendor description lists adjustable actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm. It also describes adjustment in 0.1 mm increments.
Yes, the Lemokey P1 Pro is listed with a gasket mount and a polycarbonate plate. The K2 HE is listed with a tray mount and an aluminum plate.
QMK support is listed for the Keychron K2 HE, along with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros. QMK support is not listed for the Lemokey P1 Pro.
Both keyboards list Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless, as well as wired connectivity. The K2 HE vendor description specifies Bluetooth connections to up to three devices.
The listed weight for the Lemokey P1 Pro is 1650 g, while the K2 HE metadata lists 1743 g. Based on those listed weights, the Lemokey is lighter.
The K2 HE standard version is listed with shine-through Cherry-profile keycaps, but its north-facing LEDs can cause Cherry-profile keycaps to hit the switch housing. The Lemokey has south-facing LEDs, and its compatibility rules warn that shine-through legends stay dark.
The K2 HE is listed in ANSI, JIS, and several ISO layouts, including ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, and ISO-FR. The Lemokey P1 Pro listing includes ISO and ISO-DE, and its compatibility rules specifically exclude ISO-UK, ISO-Nordic, and ISO-FR.
The K2 HE is listed with a 4000 mAh battery, and its vendor description gives wireless use of up to 110 hours. The Lemokey P1 Pro listing does not specify a battery capacity.
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