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Feature Highlights
75% Compact Layout
Hot-Swap PCB
True Gasket Mount
Per-Key RGB
KTT Content Switches
Metal Volume Knob
Detachable USB-C
Dual-Layer Foam

Hive V2

Gasket-Mounted 75% Mechanical Keyboard

Engineered for typists who refuse to compromise. A polycarbonate plate, dual-layer latex foam, and KTT Content switches — tuned to disappear under your fingers and react before you do.

  • 75% Layout
  • Hot-Swap
  • Per-Key RGB
  • Gasket Mount
  • Web Software
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16+ RGB Modes
75% Layout
Hot Swappable
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Layout

75% Compact Layout

Maximum utility in a streamlined footprint. The 80-key 75% layout removes unnecessary bulk while retaining essential function keys, arrow keys, and navigation cluster.

This keeps productivity and gaming workflows intact while freeing up desk space for wider mouse movement and cleaner setups.

Structural Foundation

Engraved Body Design

A laser-etched hive motif on the bottom case adds a distinctive touch to Hive 75. Precision-engraved into the chassis, it delivers subtle character, crisp detailing, and a premium finish that stands out from every angle, making the keyboard unmistakably unique.

Engraved Body Design

Engineered for feel & Sound

True gasket-mounted design with dual layer foam delivers softer keystrokes, reduced vibration, and rich, refined acoustics.

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KTT Content Red Switches

KTT Content Red

Factory Lubed: No    Type: Linear    Operating Force: 45 gf

Total Travel: 3.9 mm   Pre-Travel: 1.9 mm

Bottom-out Force: 53 gf    Pin Type: 3-pin

Bottom Housing: Nylon    Stem: POM    Cover: Polycarbonate

Switch Life: 50 million presses

Buy this if you want a smooth, fast linear feel for gaming with low noise and consistent keypresses.

KTT Content Brown Switches

KTT Content Brown

Factory Lubed: No    Type: Tactile    Operating Force: 43 gf

Total Travel: 3.9 mm   Pre-Travel: 1.9 mm

Bottom-out Force: 53 gf    Pin Type: 3-pin

Bottom Housing: Nylon    Stem: POM    Cover: Polycarbonate

Switch Life: 50 million presses

Buy this if you enjoy a soft tactile bump for feedback without loud clicks, ideal for both typing and gaming.

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Hot-Swap

3-Pin and 5-Pin Hot-Swap PCB

Built for experimentation. The hot-swap PCB supports both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, allowing users to change switches without soldering. Ideal for enthusiasts who want to tune feel, sound, or performance over time.

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Keycaps

Double-Shot Shine-Through Keycaps

Durable. Comfortable. Visible. The double-shot molding process ensures legends never fade, even with heavy use. OEM profile keycaps provide a familiar, ergonomic typing angle, while shine-through legends maintain clarity in low-light environments.

Lighting

Per-Key RGB with 16 Built-In Effects

Each key features individual RGB LEDs for uniform brightness and smooth transitions. Sixteen pre-built lighting modes let users switch instantly between styles, while Windows software enables deeper customization.

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Volume

Metal Volume Knob

Instant control with tactile precision. The CNC-machined metal knob offers quick, intuitive volume adjustment without leaving the game or workflow. Smooth rotation, firm feedback, and premium durability elevate daily use.

Web-Based Control

Browser-Based Software for Every OS

No installs, no OS limits. Kreo's configuration software runs entirely in your browser, so it works the same on Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS. Customize RGB lighting, remap keys, record macros, and manage multiple profiles online — your settings save to the keyboard, not the machine. If a device has a browser, it can tune your Hive 75.

Detachable USB-C Connection

Connection

Detachable USB-C Connection

Reliable and travel-friendly. The removable USB-C cable ensures stable data transfer while making the keyboard easy to pack, replace, or customize with aftermarket cables.

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Ergonomics

Two-Step Adjustable Feet

Comfort for long sessions. Built-in dual-angle feet allow users to choose their preferred typing height, reducing wrist strain during extended gaming or work sessions.

Available in 3 Colors

Color Options

Three finishes designed to match your setup — White Purple, Black Purple, and All Black.

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ALL BLACK

Minimalist Stealth Aesthetic

14 color black purple

Black Purple

Sleek black finish with purple highlights

14 color all black

WHITE PURPLE

Clean white case with vibrant purple accents

Built for Every Workflow

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Competitive Gaming

Fast actuation, RGB customization, and Windows key lock ensure zero distractions during intense gaming sessions.

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Professional Workspace

Compact layout saves desk space, while premium typing feel and quiet acoustics enhance productivity for long coding and writing sessions.

Compare the range

Which HIVE is yours?

Same build language, three sizes. The differences that actually change how the board feels are below.

Which HIVE is yours?
Feature
HIVE 65

HIVE 65

View — HIVE 65
HIVE 75 V2

HIVE 75 V2

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HIVE 98 V2

HIVE 98 V2

View — HIVE 98 V2
Price₹ 2,599 ₹ 3,149 ₹ 3,499
Layout & Keys65%64 Keys 75%80 Keys 96%96 Keys
Numpad No No Yes
Function RowFunction Layer Dedicated Dedicated
Volume KnobMetal CNC Metal CNC Metal
Mounting & PlateGasket True GasketPC Plate True GasketPC Plate
Foam Dampening2-Layer Foam Dual Latex Foam Dual Latex Foam
Switch TypeKREO Linear KTT Linear / Tactile KTT Linear / Tactile
Hot-Swap Support3/5 Pin 3/5 Pin 3/5 Pin
KeycapsDouble-Shot ABSShine-Through Double-Shot ABSOEM Double-Shot ABSOEM
RGB LightingFull RGB Per-Key16 Effects Per-Key16 Effects
Software (Macros · Remap) Yes Yes Yes
Win Mode / Mac Mode Yes Yes Yes
ConnectivityDetachable USB-C Detachable USB-C Detachable USB-C
Color Options2 Colorways 3 Colorways 3 Colorways
Kreo |Hive75 V2 White Purple Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Features & Specs

You asked, we answered

If the issue persists, contact our support team.

Why are the Alt and Windows keys swapped on my keyboard?

If the Alt and Windows keys are swapped, press Fn + S and Fn + A to restore their default functions.

How do I turn Scroll Lock on or off? 

Press Fn + I to toggle Scroll Lock on or off.

What should I do if a key is double-clicking or a switch isn't working? 

Follow these steps: 

  • Hold Fn + Esc for a few seconds to reset your keyboard. 
  • Remove the keycap and clean the switch and PCB using a soft brush, cloth, or compressed air. 
  • If the issue continues, try replacing the switch with a spare one. 

If none of these steps work, please contact our support team. 

My RGB lighting isn't working. What can I do? 
  • Hold Fn + Esc for a few seconds to reset the keyboard. 
  • Check and adjust the RGB settings in the Hive software, which can be downloaded from the Kreo official website. 
How do I reset my Kreo Hive keyboard? 

To perform a full reset, simply hold Fn + Esc for a few seconds. This resolves most common issues.

What's the difference between the Red Linear and Brown Tactile switches?

The KTT Red Linear switches offer smooth, uninterrupted keystrokes with low actuation force — ideal for fast-paced gaming where rapid repeated presses matter. The KTT Brown Tactile switches have a subtle tactile bump at the actuation point, giving you clearer typing feedback without the noise of clicky switches. Reds suit gamers; Browns suit typists and mixed-use setups.

What does "gasket-mounted" mean, and why does it matter?

Most budget keyboards use tray mounting, where the plate is rigidly screwed to the case, resulting in harsh bottom-out and a hollow sound. The Hive 96 uses a true gasket mount — the plate and PCB are suspended between silicone dampeners, isolating them from the case. Combined with the flexible polycarbonate plate, this produces a softer, cushioned keystroke and a deeper, more refined sound profile. It's the same construction technique used in enthusiast custom keyboards that cost several times more.

Can I change the switches without soldering?

Yes. The Hive 96 features a 5-pin and 3-pin hot-swap PCB, so you can pull out the stock switches and drop in different ones — linear, tactile, clicky, silent, or boutique variants — without any tools beyond a switch puller. It's perfect if you want to experiment with different typing feels over time.

Will the keycap legends fade over time?

No. The keycaps use a double-shot ABS molding process, where the legends are made from a separate piece of plastic rather than printed on top. They will never fade, wear off, or shine through, even after years of heavy use. The shine-through design also ensures RGB lighting illuminates the legends clearly in low-light environments.

  • 5 stars: 150 (70%)
  • 4 stars: 45 (21%)
  • 3 stars: 11 (5%)
  • 2 stars: 4 (2%)
  • 1 star: 5 (2%)
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Dileep Gaming

Nice good experience kreo products like gamers ki feelings ko samjhta hain ❤🤗

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Ghanshyam
Awesome keyboard

Your keyboard is awesome

You killed it kreo best keyboard I used
The keys sound are so relaxing
And build quality is good 💯
But just improve wire quality okey it was downgrade by my side.

The colour is awesome and looks are too good on my desk

I'll give your 4.9 out 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Kartik Raval
Red Switch Issue

I love the keyboard and I will never regret my decision of buying it over other keyboards. The only issue I had was that even though it hasn't been a full month since I bought the keyboard I got an issue with the switch of the left control button and I had to replace it with the new one you gave in the box. I mean it's concerning that I had to do the switch replacement this early...

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Vidhu Shekhar
Crazy

Since it is my first mechanical keyboard..I am very pleased with it but my typing speed has gone to the gutters... I press keys accidentaly and that also factors in the size of this keyboard. Plus it is on a higher side so my wrists kind of hurt while typing...
But that should not be the problem for everyone out there.
RGB modes and lookmaxxing is great. The setup looks good with this!!

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Amol Pashte
I have received wrong keyboard

I ordered white purple hive but instead of that I received whipe-purple-red keyboard. No need to exchange. Just informing you guys

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Adithyan TS
Absolutely Loved It

This is my first time with a mechanical keyboard and I really loved it…

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Saurabh Yadav
Wrong switch choice

This was my first mechanical keyboard, I am happy with my purchase. Only regret was that of choosing blue switch which have became somewhat annoying in day to day prolonged uses. Should have gone with brown switch 😕. Overall The product usecase and experience have been good. Will recommend at price range below 3k.

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Parth
Budget Mechanical Keyboard [Honest Review after 1 Month of extensive use]

It was my first mechanical keyboard.

* What I liked (Pros) *
1. Lights
2. Looks
3. Per key LED and different LED modes
4. Not completely sticky but not slippery at all base rubbers.

* What I did not understand (Cons) *
1. If volume knob is already provided for volume up, down and mute feature then why there are 3 buttons for the same functionalities (F9, F10, F11 with Fn). All keys are programmable, but I am not sure about Fn + key combination is programable or not.
2. I have extensively used it for gaming since I bought it (1 Month). So, majorly my fingers are on WASD buttons and sometimes, a slight pressure (resting fingers on keys) activates the key (Maybe I have heavy palm).
3. Keys are pass through but keys with Fn feature like (F1-F12) keys are not completely pass through. Ex: Fn + F7 has media play/pause feature. F7 impression is pass through but not play-pause impression rather it is white color print. (Check Image)
4. The font used on keyboard keys seems different than the picture on this site. Ex: "0", "O", "R, "P" and some other not complete circle with continuous stroke line but has gaps somewhere in stroke lines. (Check image)

* Suggestions *
1. "ins" button just below volume knob is not use as frequently as "Home" button. Replacing "ins" with "Home" could complete button pairs like "Home & End", "Page-Up & Page-Down".
2. Fn + F9 to F11 could have been used for some other buttons like "Prt Sc", "Mic Mute"& "Ins"

In my review it may seem that cons are big (at least by text count) but I just tried to explain it in detail.
I have never felt the touch of very-very-very expansive keyboards but at this range I am sure that this is one of the best. I bought it to give home brand a try and feels like not going to regrate it.

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Nishchay Singh
Feedback for Hive Black - Purple Wired Gaming Keyboard

So it's been a couple of days now with using the keyboard, i did liked the per key RGB feature so i can now Customize rgb as per my choice. As i have used Res switches keyboard before and was hoping some better performance from the brown switches n it's sound. It's sound is not that satisfying.
Another very important thing to mention that, i have to use 2 different softwares for the 2 different products. Which is kind of annoying. It would be better if you could just make one software Which could work with different products at once...
And next time pls if you doing sales discounts pls tell us before...
Thank you.

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GG Master
The Chunky Champion: A Gamer’s Delight with Room to Level Up!

The Purple All-Black Keyboard is a beastly beauty—big, bold, and rocking that rad mechanical-keyboard vibe the Chief Conductor Orchestrator totally nailed. The colorful key panels? Cool as they are, could definitely use a glow-up—maybe crank up the brightness or something so those letters don’t go MIA during late-night gaming marathons.

Now, let’s talk action: this bad boy delivers! The keys are snappy, responsive, and all about that gaming life. Sure, it’s got a few quirks, but hey, it’s got flair. For the price? Total win.

Just one wishlist item for next time—can we get a cushioned bottom extension for those rage quit moments or long-haul gaming grinds? Give us that wrist-saving magic, please! 😎

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Lakshya Lalwani
Hive75 V2

Honestly it's one of the best keyboards I've ever used I mostly used it for fps gaming like valo, cs and stuff and it's worth it man my b hop, core mechanics everything is more easy due to the keyboard. Before I used to misclick a lot as well now it's a smooth ride.

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ARCHIT TOPPO

It is good and with many modifications option just love to keyboard

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Gowtham G

Hive75 V2 White Purple Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Sushil Sharma
Immersive experience

Keyboard is excellent, looking to buy a mouse soon

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Shinesh .

Hive75 V2 White Purple Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Rishabh Raj

Hive75 V2 All Black Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Debasish Kar

I previously bought the Hive 65 keyboard and it was my first mechanical keyboard. I loved that keyboard too but there was just one thing which bothered me during the gameplay and that was the missing "Fn keys" row. So, I wanted something which offers the same kind of feel and also fulfills my requirement, the. I came to know about Hive 75 v2 and I watched some reviews about it on YouTube. The reviews were positive and I also loved how easy it is to mod the keyboard as well. The keyboard also had my favorite colour scheme and switches either, I went for the all black variant with brown switches. I am very fotunate to order it on the first day of the sale because it went out of stock thereafter. I feel lucky to have grabbed this deal and I am enjoying very much. The typing experience of brown switches is really unique as compared to the purple one present in my hive 65. Overall, the built quality and typing experience is solid and I am really loving to have this hive 75 v2 keyboard on my desk setup.

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Mohammed vasil Kazi

Sound quality and build quality

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Sreehari G
Review video uploaded

I have uploaded a review video on my instagram about kreo hive 75 V2
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcSkoFKBxXF/?igsi=MWh6ZTg4eGIxMjdlaw==

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Parth Kansagra

The key presses and its sound. The durability. One thing that can be improved is the color of the text on the keyboard. In the coloured region it is not at all visible.

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Meher nagsen lokhande
More things needed

Cable should be in L shape for better space management

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Dibyajyoti Pradhan

It is the best keyboard that i used tbh! Ya but it us bit smaller for my fingers but yah for the quality it give i can bear some pain

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Rwitodhi Majumder

The keys are soft to press, and don't need much pressure to trigger. Overall a very good experience

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Siddharth

Convince and quality at that price

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Mananveer Singh Jodhka
Amazing keyboard.

Loved it very much. Best keyboard tool used.