V5 Max

These are two 96% options you can find at some Best Buy stores: Keychron V5 Max - good general purpose keyboard that you could customize Corsair Vanguard 96 - has extra features like screen and knob If you could arrange an Amazon pickup purchase, which I think is doable at Kohl’s and some stores, th

i made a similar jump from razer a while back. the keychron v5 max is a solid 96% with an aluminum frame that fits your budget and comes in white. the monsgeek m2 you mentioned is also a great pick - their pre-built quality is surprisingly good. i'd lean toward the keychron for the stock keycaps and

So far as I know all the recent (say, past 2 years) Q and V gasket mounted boards may exhibit the same problems. Keychron has a 96% "K" board that is tray-mounted so doesn't risk board/plate flex ejecting any switches. Other options: Monsgeek M2 v5 VIA ($100) Redragon K742 * ($56 with coupon) Nuphy

for long writing sessions, the Keychron V5 Max is a good pick. The gasket mount gives a nicer typing feel, which can help your hands over time... If you’re into tactile switches, the Jupiter Bananas could work, but classic Browns are always a safe bet for feel and smoothness. Check out keyboardyeti