Blue and Red switches are worlds apart in terms of typing feel and sound, catering to two entirely different audiences. Blues are clicky and preferred by typists, whereas Reds are smooth and loved by gamers. That said, they’re both versatile switches that you could...
Red and Brown switches are two of the most popular mechanical keyboard switch types, but how do you choose between the two if you’ve never tried either before? While nothing beats first-hand experience, our comparison of typing feel, sound, and price should help steer...
Brown and Blue switches are two of the most popular mechanical switch types, especially in pre-built keyboards. But how do you choose between the two? Do you go for the safe Browns or the loud and clicky Blues? The best way to know is to try both, of course. But if...
Installing custom keycaps is one of the best ways to customize your mechanical keyboard. But the sheer number of options on the market makes dipping your toes into the wacky world of replacement keycaps quite intimidating. That’s where our list of the best keycaps...
Whether you’re a newcomer to Osu! or an experienced rhythm gamer, you’ve probably wondered if new switches could help you be a better player. Choosing the best switch for Osu! is important because it directly affects how responsive and accurate your key presses are....
The Short Answer We think mechanical switches have the upper hand over optical switches for several reasons. There’s more variety; they feel and sound better; and they can offer more bang for your buck at the budget end. Optical switches have quicker response times...