MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra Review

MonsGeek FUN60 keyboard lineup comes in a few different variations. There’s a wired and wireless version and there’s a wired version with TMR sensor on the keyboard with Hall Effect switches. This is the versions I have got and it’s the MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra.

Why TMR sensor?

The standout feature of the MonsGeek FUN60 is its integration of TMR sensors on the PCB. Unlike traditional Hall Effect sensors, which are also magnetic and detect the presence of a magnetic field, TMR sensors offer several enhancements:

• Higher Sensitivity: TMR sensors are significantly more sensitive, potentially 1,000 times more than Hall Effect sensors. This heightened sensitivity allows for finer control and precision in actuation points, enabling actuation settings as precise as 0.01 mm.
• Lower Power Consumption: This is a crucial factor, especially for wireless keyboards. The reduced power consumption means longer battery life, enhancing the practicality of tri-mode or wireless models.
• Better Accuracy and Consistency: With improved stability in detecting magnetic fields, TMR sensors offer more consistent performance across varying conditions, and they function reliably at higher temperatures (up to 200°C), compared to the 150°C limit of Hall Effect sensors.
• Compact Size: The smaller size of TMR sensors allows for better integration into PCBs and other compact devices like joysticks.

I can’t say for sure that TMR is better than regular hall effect sensor, but it’s a nice gradual innovation and it’s promising.

Also the TMR version of the keyboard allows you to use regular 5-pin switches with the keyboard. This is not an entirely new feature because keyboards such as Keydous NJ98-CP HE V2 can also do this.

Akko Glare Magnetic Switches

Akko Glare Magnetic Switch Feature	Specification
Total Travel	3.4mm
Operating Force	25gf Min
Actuation Force at 2.0mm Travel	40±5gf
End Force	48gf Max
Initial Magnetic Flux	95+15GS (PcB1.6mm)
Bottom Magnetic Flux	589+50GS (PcB1.6mm)
Material (Top/Stem/Bottom)	PC/POM/PC
LED Diffuser	Yes
Additional Features	Extra pins for stabilizing, reversed polarity, closed bottom for better sound profile

Gaming performance

Performance-wise, I tested this keyboard in games such as CS2 and The Finals and the results were very good. In wired this keyboard in on par with Wooting 60HE. It felt super fast and responsive when gaming in FPS games. It also works well for normal typing (if you like that kind of layout).

The web app is also pretty decent allowing you to use the keyboard to its full potential: you can set rapid trigger, adjustable actuation etc.

• Snap Key: MonsGeek’s Snap Key has the SOCD (Snap Tap) feature, prioritizing the latest keypress for fluid control in FPS games.
• Adjustable Actuation Distance: Magnetic switches allow actuation point adjustments from 0.1mm to 3.4mm which is useful for gaming and in some work scenarios. Thanks to the TMR sensor it’s super accurate.
• Rapid Trigger (RT): RT lets users customize actuation and deactivation points for near-instant response, enhancing FPS gameplay.
• Dynamic Keystrokes (DKS): DKS allows a single key to perform four different actions based on the press force and release.
• Toggle Key (TGL): TGL transforms a key into a toggle switch, enabling continuous or rapid multiple activations.
• Mod-Tap: Mod-Tap lets a single key perform dual functions based on holding or pressing it, enhancing convenience for gaming.

Web driver is accessible via https://web.monsgeek.com/

Sound test of the Akko Glare magnetic switches in FUN60 Ultra:

For the price it’s really a great keyboard. Half the price of the Wooting 60HE with as much features and very similar latency. It’a fast, responsive, software works well and has unique features. Can’t complain about anything.