Full Specifications

Layout65%
VendorMode Designs
Mount StyleGasket Mount
PCBHotswap, QMK/VIA
ConnectivityWired (USB-C)
HotswapYes (5-pin)
RGBNo (or minimal underglow depending on config)
FirmwareQMK/VIA
Stock StatusIn Stock
Price$165
Last VerifiedJul 26, 2026

Editorial Review

Mode Designs built its reputation on group-buy-exclusive boards with genuinely premium machining, and the SixtyFive brought that fit and finish to a (relatively) more accessible retail price point. The E-White colorway reviewed here uses a two-tone anodized aluminum case with tight tolerances that most budget 65% boards simply can't match.

The gasket mount tuning on Mode's boards tends toward a firmer, more controlled flex than looser gasket implementations — the SixtyFive doesn't have the exaggerated bounce of some competitors, instead offering a supported, cushioned keystroke that feels closer to a well-tuned top-mount board with gasket-level vibration dampening.

At $165, the SixtyFive sits above budget 65% boards like the KBD67 Lite but well below full group-buy pricing for comparable Mode products, making it one of the more attainable ways to get genuine boutique build quality without waiting through a GB cycle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mode SixtyFive hotswap?
Yes, it uses a 5-pin hotswap PCB with full QMK/VIA support for remapping.
How does the Mode SixtyFive compare to a group-buy Mode board?
It offers the same design language and machining quality as Mode's GB releases at a lower, always-available retail price point, though colorway options are more limited than a full group buy run.
What mount style does the Mode SixtyFive use?
A tuned gasket mount that leans firmer and more controlled than looser gasket implementations, giving a cushioned but stable typing feel.