Mech reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 178 Reddit reviews across 16 subreddits and 33 posts to rank the best Mech brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/battletech, r/mechanicalpencils, r/mwo, r/mkindia, r/LancerRPG. Top-rated brands include Pentel (4.4/5), Fire Moth (4.0/5), Hunchback (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews178
Subreddits16
Posts33
Brands74
Products49
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#1
Pentel
4.4
(13)
"Pentel Kerry Sharp - superb design, comfortable. Cap becomes clicker when posted."
"Pentel graph 1000 for pro ... totally recommend it to everyone."
"Pilot S10 and Pentel Graphgear 500, are my top 2 for drawing, really good for writing too because of the incredible control they provide"
"GraphGear 1000. That's probably my favorite 0.9, feels like a worthy step-up from the 209."
"Pentel orenz metal grip or pentel graphgear 1000 if you enjoyed the GG500 the most"
"The graphgear 500 is my favorite"
"Pentel Graphgear 500 recommended by people."
"Pentel Graphgear 1000 recommended by people."
"I much prefer the Pentel Kerry 0.5mm for writing"
"Pentel orenz metal grip or pentel graphgear 1000 if you enjoyed the GG500 the most"
#2
Fire Moth
4.0
(11)
"My top mech recommendations are: Fire moth, Viper, Gargoyle, Stormcrow."
"I would put my money on FIRE MOTH."
"The classic pick is the fire moth."
"Check out it's Fire Star co-members the Kit Fox and the Couger."
"Phantom, and Epona are things I see often."
"You can take a barebones model for dirt cheap."
"If you're playing with vehicles, I like the tyr."
"The big three for elemental taxis."
"I like using tougher lights or faster medium mechs."
"You are at a huge disadvantage since you have a very expensive mech."
#3
Hunchback
4.3
(9)
"It has insane quirks for the AC20."
"The Hunchback was my first mech."
"There is nothing as satisfying as making an assault twice your weight back off."
"Go Hunchback, make heavies cry and cool kids dont look back at explosions."
"The hunchback is also a classic starter pick with ballistic builds."
"Everyone loves Hunchbacks."
"Can run an AC20 and one of the newer guys underneath, that's been fun."
"Hunchback for Bebop?"
"Nova and Hunchback seem like 'just two clan."
#4
Wraith
4.4
(8)
"Gota say the wraith, it's fast and has the armor to get close."
"Id add a mech somebody already mentioned the Wraith. It's a 7/11/7 pulse boat that is like a bulldog."
"Wraith TR1. It is easily the best scout/cavalry/backstabber in the game."
"Wraith TR1."
"Wraith, Locust, Flea, Jenner, Phoenix Hawk... Basically anything that has a mobility advantage."
"There's a wraith with jump 7 and 2 MPL."
"Wraith."
"Is pretty fantastic."
#5
Staedtler
4.1
(7)
"Staedtler makes a great Metal pencils with a knurled grip for under $20 with the 925-25/35."
"Staedler 925-35 recommended by people."
"Staedler Mars Technico recommended by people."
"Honorable mentions, Staedtler 925"
"But if you really want, try Staedtler graphite 779"
"Staedtler 925, especially the all black version"
"Based on the GG500: Staedtler 925 (must get one of these at some point)"
#6
Pilot
4.3
(6)
"Pilot S10 and Pentel Graphgear 500, are my top 2 for drawing, really good for writing too because of the incredible control they provide"
"Pentel Smash, Pilot S10, and Pentel Orenz metal grip would follow your interest in drafting pencils."
"Pilot S10 recommended by people."
"Pilot S3 recommended by people."
"If you want an alternative to the P20X for variety then a Pilot S3"
"Pilot has several models"
#7
Spider
4.0
(5)
"The Spider and Ostscout are the best backstabbers."
"The Spider as mentioned is solid for being able to run or jump, shoot a couple lasers and then punch."
"Start with a Spider and then get a Venom when it becomes available."
"It fast, it jump, it has pulse lasers."
"Spider."
#8
Timber Wolf
4.8
(4)
"Always Timberwolf. It can do a bit of everything."
"Probably the best general purpose heavy in the game."
"For Heavy, Timber Wolf is the most meta choice."
"An opposing Elemental tanked an AC/20 hit for the Timber Wolf."
#9
Archer
4.8
(4)
"So I am most likely going with the Archer for my main inspiration on this project."
"The Archer is utterly perfect for this."
"The archer, specifically so the baby can go in the CT bulge."
"As I recall the cockpit sits low."
#10
Lancer
4.8
(4)
"Gorgon + Saladin. True GM horror."
"Lich with Sunzi systems means you will never die."
"Lich is good if you want to fuck with space and time and just say 'nope' to some things your GM does."
"Gorgon imo but I also really hate Caliban because he never lets my guys get on the point :("
#11
Phoenix Hawk
4.5
(4)
"I've been using a Phoenix Hawk for this very purpose for many years."
"Star League era Phoenix Hawk with as much cooling as you can smack into the chassis."
"I've had a lot of luck with Roc, the Phoenix Hawk."
"I've been using a Phoenix Hawk for this very purpose for many years."
#12
Locust
4.3
(4)
"Locust IIC is a fantastic pick."
"Locust or Jenner. Stick to the classics."
"Get a locust with masc and an xl engine, bolt a knife to the head."
"With the lightning fast speed of a locust and the excessive firepower."
#13
Phantom
4.0
(4)
"The Phantom and Mongrel have high TMM and high hitpoints."
"Almost as fast as a fire moth but doesnt die to a swift breeze."
"Much better protected."
#14
Rifleman
4.0
(4)
"Rifleman IIC 2- 5,592,355 Cbills."
"Riflemam 3C- 4,741,382 Cbills."
"I like the Rifleman, and the Dragoon seems like a Rifleman from abroad."
"I'd definitely say the Rifleman, Archer, or Jagermech could work."
#15
Iron Rebellion
5.0
(3)
"I just picked up Iron Rebellion. Can't wait to try it when I get back from my walk."
"Iron Rebellion. If you’d like 20% affiliate link, let me know."
"Iron rebellion is probably the only answer."
#16
Marauder
5.0
(3)
"MAD-3R is a great ballistic mech to start with."
"I'll always advocate for the Marauder."
"Marauder for popping heads as a sniper."
#17
Shimano
5.0
(3)
"Consider something like an FD-M953, FD-M751, or FD-M571."
"Easiest solution would be Shimano FD-R3030-B."
"If you want a silver one try FD-3403-B."
#18
Lex
4.7
(3)
"Lex Mech, no doubt about it."
"I would get both but if you can only get 1; the Superman set is worth it."
"Lex set has better minis if you don’t already have a Superman or WW. I would get that."
#19
Annihilator
4.7
(3)
"Long range direct fire: easily the annihilator."
"Annihilator and the Star League Marauder and Phoenix Hawks are the three best mechs in the game period."
"You could also look into the Thug, because I have been very pleasantly surprised."
#20
HHKB
4.7
(3)
"Hhkb keyboards have legendary status amongst the top enthusiasts"
"Go with HHKB. There are keyboards, and then there is HHKB."
"Https://hhkeyboard.us/hhkb-studio IT USES BATTERIES!!! also has a ibm style button, mouse buttons and 4 erogenous zones."
#21
Gargoyle
4.0
(3)
"Not nearly as fast as the Fire Moth but have a lot more staying power."
"1500 bv for an 80 ton chunk of armor with decent speed."
"It's reasonably tough, and the prime is rock bottom cheap for a clan mech."
#22
Kuru Toga
4.0
(3)
"Have you tried the Kuru Togas? Most of them are under $20"
"Kuru Toga Standard / Pipe Slide recommended by people."
"I also like my Kuru-Toga Roulette (also called the Elite). The knurled metal grip is different and it just feels better than the standard."
#23
Uziel
5.0
(2)
"Uziel 'Belial' is my pick. Stupid fun, stupid fast MRMs to match LPPC."
"Uziel Belial is the best poptart medium in the game right now."
#24
Jenner
4.5
(2)
"Jenner is hard to beat. 7/11/5 movement profile and a 28 damage alpha."
"Jenner."
#25
Nova
4.5
(2)
"For mediums, the Nova is the most medium medium."
#26
Koh-i-Noor
4.5
(2)
"Koh-i-Noor Rapidomatic (Personal favorite, best grip ever, but on the lite side.)"
"Based on the one on the right: Koh-i-Noor Maphesto (classy for a pencil with a soft grip, good quality feel to the cushion)"
#27
King Crab
4.0
(2)
"King Crab is the best missile boat in the game."
"Eventually you can go nuts in a King Crab or Annihilator."
#28
Venom
4.0
(2)
"The Venom basically gives you the best of both designs."
"Venom."
#29
Nightmare
4.0
(2)
"Swap that Avenger for Nightmare and make a heat build, too."
"Make sure to upgrade your nightmare torso."
#30
Kodiak
4.0
(2)
"Kodiak for shredder?"
"I'd suggest a Kodiak. It had the claws, and is widely available."
#31
Hatamoto Chi
4.0
(2)
"Hatamoto Chi, Spider, Venom, Panther."
"The hatamoto chi could be your best bet."
#32
Raven
4.0
(2)
"Anyone have thoughts on using the Raven for hit-and-run?"
"Raven X Rvn-3X."
#33
Fire Falcon
4.0
(2)
"Fire Moth, Kit Fox, Dasher, Incubus, Hellion, Mist Lynx."
"*Fire Falcon*. *Ice Ferrets* or *Black Lanners* if you want something sturdier."
#34
Rotring
4.0
(2)
"I've only handled the rOtring 600 0.7 ..."
"Or rOtring 800, also expensive."
#35
Black Hawk
3.5
(2)
"The Black Hawk-KU is a good option for a second line force."
"Nova and Hunchback seem like 'just two clan."
#36
Malak
3.5
(2)
"If you like using c3i networks you can try the Malak."
"If you are looking to literally stab, the Malak and Preta have retractable blades."
#37
Crab
3.5
(2)
"I like the Crab."
"When available, But Jenner's have been my go-to."
#38
Mode
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#39
Bowl
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#40
Baul
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#41
Baionlenja
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#42
JJW
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#43
Lyn Works
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#44
Wolverine
5.0
(1)
"I have a lot a few shadow hawks, so I will look into the wolverine."
#45
Steel Battalion
5.0
(1)
"The biggest and tankiest mech in the game is literally just an artillery platform that will bomb and missile anything into oblivion if they enter its territory."
#46
Horned Owl
5.0
(1)
"Horned Owl is widely considered an excellent Clan mech design."
#47
Corvis
5.0
(1)
"Corvis is an extremely optimized and BV efficient Clan mech."
#48
Shadow Hawk
5.0
(1)
"Shadow Hawk IIC is a fantastic pick."
#49
Griffin
5.0
(1)
"Griffin IIC is a fantastic pick."
#50
Monokei
5.0
(1)
"If you love custom metal rectangles and clack I would suggest 60-65% boards from Geonworks, TGR, Singa, Monokei, Lyn Works, JJW, Baionlenja, Baul, Bowl, Mode etc."
#51
Everest
5.0
(1)
"Everest is absolutely a top tier frame while still being forgiving."
#52
Gundam
5.0
(1)
"How do you feel about the Dainsleif from Gundam Iron Blooded Orphans?"
#53
Platinum
4.0
(1)
"Honorable mentions, Platinum 241"
#54
Super ProMecha
4.0
(1)
"I think you should try something fancier, like Super ProMecha... but they're expensive."
#55
Aula
4.0
(1)
"Aula f75"
#56
TVS
4.0
(1)
"Heck, I wouldn't even mind the TVS Gold"
#57
Kokuyo
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend the Kokuyo Enpitsu Sharp. The grip section is metal which gives it a nice weight, and it has a twist-extend 7mm eraser similar to the Twist-Erase."
#58
Zebra
4.0
(1)
"If you want an alternative to the P20X for variety then a Zebra Drafix."
#59
Bic
4.0
(1)
"Based on the two on the left: Bic Criterium (very much in the vein of the left two)"
#60
NicPro
4.0
(1)
"NicPro 1.3mm from Amazon which is the same as the Rite in the Rain mech pencil!"
#61
TrickMech
4.0
(1)
"Trickmech is good, although kinda expensive"
#62
Rakk
4.0
(1)
"Rakk, Red Dragon, actually madami sa shopee."
#63
Royal Kludge
4.0
(1)
"Royal Kludge"
#64
Machenike
4.0
(1)
"Machenike k500f."
#65
Faber-Castell
4.0
(1)
"Faber-Castell TK Fine Vario."
#66
Keychron
4.0
(1)
"Keychron v6 or Q6 should fit the bill"
#67
Warhammer IIC
4.0
(1)
"Warhammer IIC."
#68
Pyro
4.0
(1)
"I would switch it out. Pyro, Scourer, or an Ultra with Hellfire Projector are good 'dragon' mechs."
#69
Drake
4.0
(1)
"Drake frame with a dip into barb is a TERROR."
#70
Genghis
4.0
(1)
"I would make an argument for Genghis. The sheer reach and damage potential of the Plasma Thrower CANNOT be ignored."
#71
RDS-2A
4.0
(1)
"If you go with the Redshift, you could also take two 4/5 Savanah Masters to flank targets."
#72
Zebronics
3.0
(1)
"Zebronics Zeb-K04 Mini Multimedia Keyboard"
#73
Grizzly
3.0
(1)
"There's always the *Grizzly*. It's a solid generalist, it can do a bit of everything but isn't great at anything specific."
#74
Krux
2.0
(1)
"Hell nah. krux and acronix are pretty much the only thing youd want from this set."
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