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PCB Stabilizers vs Plate Stabilizers – What’s the Difference?
When building or upgrading a mechanical keyboard, stabilizers play a huge role in how your keyboard feels and sounds, especially on larger keys like the spacebar, enter, backspace, and shift. Two of the most common types you’ll encounter are PCB...
OVERVIEW If you’re a keyboard enthusiast chasing that perfect blend of feel, sound, and aesthetics, the new HMX Retro switch lineup is a collection worth paying attention to. Featuring four distinct models (Retro C, Retro R, Retro T, and Retro...
Top 5 Thockiest Linear Switches of 2025
If you're on the hunt for the deepest, creamiest, most resonant thock of 2025, welcome. Today we’re breaking down the Top 5 Thockiest Linear Switches — rated by sound, feel, materials, and overall typing experience. All switches were tested on...
Overview If you're all about that smooth, buttery feel and creamy sound while typing, you're in the right place! We’ve gathered a collection of switches that deliver that ultra-smooth, luxurious typing experience. Whether it glides effortlessly under your fingers or...
Top 10 Hall Effect Switches Reviewed and Ranked
Overview We’re diving into some of the best Magnetic Hall Effect (HE) switches that are perfect for leveling up your gaming setup. These switches use magnets for super smooth, ultra-responsive keypresses. We’re checking out options from Gateron, Owlab, Durock, Hejin,...
Overview If you're chasing that thocky sound profile, the deep, satisfying sound, then this list is for you. We dive into five tactile mechanical switches that deliver on that rich, thocky sound profile: the Akko V3 Creamy Purple Pro, MMD...
Overview Clicky switches are a popular choice for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts who love the distinctive, audible "click" feedback with every keypress. They offer a satisfying tactile and auditory experience, often making typing feel more engaging and immersive. We’ll take a...
Top 5 Tactile Switches for Gaming 2025
Overview When selecting the perfect mechanical switch for gaming, tactile feedback, actuation speed, and sound profile are key elements that can make or break your experience. Each of these tactile switches offers a unique take on tactile gaming performance, catering...
Overview For enthusiasts who appreciate a "soft clack" sound profile, these switches offer a variety of satisfying acoustic experiences that aren't harsh or overly loud, yet still deliver a crisp, refined feedback with every keystroke. The HMX Hyacinth V2U, with...