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Oct 13, 2026 6:56 PM

8BitDo Retro 87-Key Mechanical Keyboard w/ Bluetooth, 2.4GHz & USB-C (N Edition)

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Various Retailers have 8BitDo Retro 87-Key Mechanical Keyboard w/ Bluetooth, 2.4GHz & USB-C (N Edition) on sale for $50.99. Shipping is free.

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Available from: About this product:
  • Retro-inspired 87-key mechanical keyboard
  • Kailh Box White V2 switches with dye-sub PBT keycaps
  • Hot-swappable PCB supports N-key rollover
  • Dual Super Buttons offer large programmable controls
  • Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and USB-C connectivity

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Various Retailers have 8BitDo Retro 87-Key Mechanical Keyboard w/ Bluetooth, 2.4GHz & USB-C (N Edition) on sale for $50.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for sharing this deal.

Available from: About this product:
  • Retro-inspired 87-key mechanical keyboard
  • Kailh Box White V2 switches with dye-sub PBT keycaps
  • Hot-swappable PCB supports N-key rollover
  • Dual Super Buttons offer large programmable controls
  • Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and USB-C connectivity

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • This offer matches the previous FP Deal.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by phoinix | Staff

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Dhry
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These are surprisingly good keyboards. I have the C64 one and it's one of my favourites in the collection. Really considering this one at this price as well, but recent other purchases have blown the nerd budget for a while. Really good deal.
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Community Reviews

The 8BitDo Retro 87 key mechanical keyboard stands out as a well built, satisfying typing board with Bluetooth, 2.4 gigahertz, and USB C connectivity. The box white switches get praise for their pleasant feel, easy switch swapping, and strong battery life on the dongle, and the current price is described as the best seen for this line. The main drawbacks are the loud clicky sound, the lack of a number pad, and no included keycap puller. It is a compact retro keyboard that fits best where noise and missing numpad space are not dealbreakers.

Common Questions (5)

  • It is loud enough to be distracting in shared spaces and is not ideal for an office desk next to other people. It uses box white switches, which are satisfying to type on but still clicky, so it fits home or personal workspaces better than quiet offices.

    SnakeMGSThirstyCruzMerrySpaniel6676

  • No, the 87-key version does not include a number pad. If you need one, you can add a separate numpad or choose the larger full-size version instead.

    Waffles11BigBowlOfRiceHooktonfonnix

  • Yes, the switches are easy to swap, and the board can also take silent switch upgrades if you want a quieter setup. That makes it flexible for people who like the stock feel but want to customize the sound or typing feel.

    jhymanPr0noTriggerbobdole42

  • Battery life is reported as great when using the 2.4GHz dongle. That makes it a strong option for wireless daily use without frequent charging.

    jhyman

  • A keycap puller is not included. A 2-prong remover or tweezers work for removing switches, while a 4-prong puller does not work well on this board.

    megablank

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Oct 14, 2026 3:50 AM
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FantasticWriter5364Oct 14, 2026 3:50 AM
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Was going to instabuy but showing 2 week delivery estimate wtf... its Sold & shipped by Amz, thats odd. Usually this wouldnt be an issue for me but Im travelling for 3 months next week, this wouldve been so clutch as I just sold my wired corsair keyb too
Oct 14, 2026 3:58 AM
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MasejoerOct 14, 2026 3:58 AM
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Quote from FantasticWriter5364 View quoted comment :
Was going to instabuy but showing 2 week delivery estimate wtf... its Sold & shipped by Amz, thats odd. Usually this wouldnt be an issue for me but Im travelling for 3 months next week, this wouldve been so clutch as I just sold my wired corsair keyb too
The deal will likely be back. It was this same price in late August when I grabbed one.
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Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM
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FantasticWriter5364Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM
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Quote from Masejoer View quoted comment :

The deal will likely be back. It was this same price in late August when I grabbed one.
Any other solid wireless TKLs on sale? I need one for my travels, had a Corsair K70 RGB PRO but want to go full wireless now
Oct 14, 2026 4:08 AM
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MerrySpaniel6676Oct 14, 2026 4:08 AM
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Quote from SnakeMGS View quoted comment :
Be warned. This keyboard is too loud, not good for office environment but I use it at home and love it. It's so satisfying to type on it.
Great for typing, less great for the person sitting next to you.
Oct 14, 2026 6:09 AM
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Joined Aug 2020
HooktonfonnixOct 14, 2026 6:09 AM
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This is my work keyboard (I work at Nintendo), and I loved it so much I bought the full version to use at home. Best keyboard I've ever used. At this price I kind of want to buy another one for a backup
Oct 14, 2026 6:33 AM
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bdanka50Oct 14, 2026 6:33 AM
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Like everyone else has said, GREAT keyboard.
Oct 14, 2026 6:56 AM
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megablankOct 14, 2026 6:56 AM
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Its sold out, a fun keyboard.
4 key puller https://www.amazon.com/Keycap-Pul...ref=sr_1_4 (cheaper on aliexpress) not included but good getting out anything that falls in, and the key switches are removed with a 2 prong type remover or tweezer, the 4 prong doesn't work. the clips are on the bottom and top.
Last edited by megablank October 13, 2026 at 11:58 PM.

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Oct 14, 2026 10:38 AM
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Pr0noTriggerOct 14, 2026 10:38 AM
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Quote from SnakeMGS View quoted comment :
Be warned. This keyboard is too loud, not good for office environment but I use it at home and love it. It's so satisfying to type on it.
You could technically get some silent switches to put in this. The price is low enough to where this would make sense.
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Oct 14, 2026 11:23 AM
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xfadeOct 14, 2026 11:23 AM
495 Comments
Dammit, I'm too late for this. Deal's dead on AMZ and sold out at BBY
Oct 14, 2026 2:56 PM
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hunterbush1Oct 14, 2026 2:56 PM
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Quote from Dhry View quoted comment :
These are surprisingly good keyboards. I have the C64 one and it's one of my favourites in the collection. Really considering this one at this price as well, but recent other purchases have blown the nerd budget for a while. Really good deal.
Huge agree. I pre-ordered this and forgot about it and it came in and is my daily driver for WFH. Never given me a single issue. Fantastic to type on.
Oct 14, 2026 3:35 PM
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Joined Sep 2013
TheGenomeWhispererOct 14, 2026 3:35 PM
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I own the full size. This is one of my favorite keyboards. I have it set at my Linux workstation. The clicks are very satisfying.
Oct 14, 2026 3:43 PM
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BraveCaption621Oct 14, 2026 3:43 PM
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I dont see the price drop. =(
Oct 14, 2026 3:51 PM
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JtardiouOct 14, 2026 3:51 PM
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Quote from SnakeMGS View quoted comment :
Be warned. This keyboard is too loud, not good for office environment but I use it at home and love it. It's so satisfying to type on it.
Sold! TY

edit: nm expired ):
Oct 14, 2026 4:02 PM
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phattbamOct 14, 2026 4:02 PM
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My first mech Kb. I love it

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Oct 14, 2026 5:36 PM
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dijit4lOct 14, 2026 5:36 PM
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Quote from SnakeMGS View quoted comment :
Be warned. This keyboard is too loud, not good for office environment but I use it at home and love it. It's so satisfying to type on it.
What? Sorry, I couldn't hear you over my Unicomp Model M

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