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Drop ALT vs Filco Majestouch 2 TKL: Comparison
Drop ALT and Filco Majestouch 2 TKL differ on switch type: Drop ALT at User-selected hot-swap mechanical (3-pin/5-pin), Filco Majestouch 2 TKL at Cherry MX.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Drop | Filco |
| Layout | 65% | TKL |
| Model | ALT | Majestouch 2 TKL |
| Switch Type | User-selected hot-swap mechanical (3-pin/5-pin) | Cherry MX |
| Connectivity | Wired (USB-C) | Wired (USB) |
| Keycap Material | PBT or ABS, kit-dependent | Double-shot ABS (PBT on Ninja variant) |
| Hot-Swappable | true | false |
| Backlighting | Per-key RGB | None |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Verdict
Drop ALT
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A hobbyist favorite for good reason — a genuinely solid aluminum case that gets out of the way and lets you build the board you actually want.
Filco Majestouch 2 TKL
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An unchanging, reliable classic for typists who want nothing more than a great Cherry MX board with full NKRO.




