The Quick Answer Gateron switches generally feel better to type on and are more affordable than their Cherry MX counterparts. Combine that with a wider variety of switch types, and we feel that Gateron is the better choice for most mechanical keyboard hobbyists....
Linear switches excel for gaming; their smooth travel and lighter weighting are perfect for the rapid inputs many modern games require. But what type of linear switch do you go for? Are traditional linears like the MX Red fine, or should you get a short-travel...
Many mechanical keyboard hobbyists look for ways to dampen their keyboards, reducing the volume for their own sake or those within earshot of their setups. So popular are low-noise keyboards that you’d be forgiven for thinking that loud mechanical keyboards don’t...
The Bottom Line The Lofree Flow is an excellent keyboard. Its smooth Kailh POM switches and gasket-mount design combine for a typing experience you won’t find in other low-profile keyboards. While it’s not perfect, its faults are minor and don’t detract from the...
The Bottom Line Skyloong’s GK980 is a solid and affordable 96% keyboard that offers all the crucial 104-key features in a condensed form factor. It won’t wow you with ultra-high-end build quality, but it comes with good switches and is a great option at around the...
Choosing the right linear switch can be difficult, especially if you’re new to mechanical keyboards. Cherry MX Blacks and MX Reds are popular beginner choices, but deciding between them isn’t that easy, especially if you can’t try them yourself. But fret not, we’ve...