60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard,Mixed Color Keycaps Gaming Keyboard with Linear Red Switches, Detachable Type-C Cable Mini Keyboard with Blue LED Light for PC/Laptop

This is a review of my journey seeking a decent 60 key keyboard and not having to mortgage the house doing it. The question I posed in the title whether this spells goodbye to one of the most popular keyboards around is rhetorical, not saying that it means that, but maybe this is a decent alternative for those who just don’t have the budget to spend it all on a keyboard.My grandpa had a typewriter repair business after he retired and I learned to type before I could write. I was an early believer in home computers and owned one of the first (Andy Kay was my neighbor). So I’m saying that I have had my fingers on a lot of keyboards, and I’ll say right now that most current ones are garbage. Most of them try to force the user into changing what’s natural for what’s trendy. And the current retro trend happens to be mechanical keyboards, some of which cost stratospheric prices but are stamped out by the millions. The manufacturers take delight in all of the various colors and variations within the colors for their switches and even more variations for their keycaps.The trend now is dropping the numeric keypad (but not the price) by going to 75 keys and now to 60 keys (this one has 61) but again the prices stay in the stratosphere. So along comes this unknown brand that I was able to get on prime day for twenty bucks, that’s a full hundred bucks less than the one that it openly copies in almost every way, I could buy six of these for the price of one of theirs. So we all await with baited breath to know the secret, is it ok, junk or did I just save a hundred and get virtually the same thing?This is my first 60 key keyboard. I’m a writer who doesn’t want or need dedicated numeric keys and there are some keys that I have never once used. Go ahead, admit it, the same is true with you, when was the last time you used the SysRq key, and what the heck is it actually? As one who writes, not games, not internet surfs (well ok I do that) I want to know that when I press a key down that a letter appears on my screen. I want a keyboard that I can put my touch typist fingers on and all of the keys are where they are supposed to be. I want a keyboard that I am not constantly pressing some key that makes me go back and fix things I didn’t want to do, which happened every day on the keyboard I just disconnected.But I don’t want to spend $120.00 to do it if I don’t have to (but I will if I do have to). So I looked at dozens of brands and none of them got it right except the Air 60 which put the right keys in the right place and made them the right size and shape. The only thing is they are one of the most frustrating places on earth to buy from, everything they do seems to be an inside joke that only they get but they just can’t sit still and tell us in plain simple language what all of their dozens of configurations and options mean. But in my life, if something is worth a too high price I’ll buy it. So I tried it and I compared it to this one. There are a few minor differences and I know that purists are going nuts that I can’t appreciate a thonk from a clack. Actually I can and really, it is too close to call between the two.WHAT I DON’T LIKESo hey, I am not a copywriter for this brand and they didn’t give me anything, they don’t even know who I am. I paid full price, okay a little less because of prime day, but my own money. So what I’m saying is what I believe. But it’s not all sunshine and lollipops. I was impressed by all of what’s in the box, I was impressed by first impressions (does that make sense?) But there are some very small things, like for example, although this keyboard is surprisingly heavy and solid for its size it doesn’t have feet at the back to tilt it. As you get it there is some degree of tilt and it’s not that I don’t like it but I would like to be able to go at just a little more of an angle. Second, although I type by touch I like to still see the lettering on the keys. These are bold and beautiful and would be perfect except when I turn the backlight on and the blue light makes the character on the keys almost disappear. I also wish that they didn’t print the helpers for the brightness levels on the key caps with symbols of the sun. I have to read the other multi-use keys, why not make these just lettering or maybe arrow symbols. I do love however that even with the lighting turned totally down to zero the Caps Lock key lights up when activated, that’s good design.YES NO MAYBEThis is one amazingly good keyboard for the price. No it may not be as customizable, the bottom doesn’t come off to put foam rubber inside and I can hear a difference between the near perfect sound of the red switches on every key except the spacebar, and I’m very sensitive to loud loose spacebars. This one isn’t loose, it just has a different tone to it that messes up my creative thinking. I can’t imagine thinking buying this was a mistake unless your expectations are as big as your wallet. I think it’s a great value and it also happens to be an almost great keyboard.

**5 Stars: The Perfect Quiet Mechanical Keyboard**I've been using mechanical keyboards for years, and this one has completely changed my experience! As someone who works in a shared office space and spends long hours typing, finding a quiet mechanical keyboard was a priority—and this one delivers on every front.**Build Quality:**The keyboard feels incredibly sturdy and well-made. The keycaps have a smooth, high-quality finish, and the chassis feels solid, giving it a premium look and feel. It’s clear that attention was paid to the details, making this not just a tool, but a joy to use.**Typing Experience:**The real standout is the typing experience. I opted for the quieter switch (brown switches), and they are *perfect*. They provide a tactile feel without the loud "clicky" noise that many people dislike. I can type at my usual speed without disturbing those around me. Even during long typing sessions, my fingers don't get fatigued, and the switches are smooth and responsive.**Noise Level:**If you're looking for something that won't sound like a mechanical keyboard storming through your office, this is the one. The noise is barely noticeable, which makes it ideal for both work and home use in shared spaces. It’s still tactile, so I get that satisfying feedback, but it’s *so* much quieter than other mechanical keyboards I’ve used in the past. Definitely an improvement for anyone needing to be mindful of sound.**Ergonomics:**It’s surprisingly comfortable for long typing sessions. The key height and spacing are great for my typing style, and it doesn't cause strain on my wrists like some other keyboards. The compact design doesn’t feel cramped, and I love the smooth, low-profile keys.**Overall:**This keyboard is the perfect balance of quiet, tactile feedback, and durability. If you're in the market for a quiet mechanical keyboard that doesn't sacrifice performance, this one is a winner. Highly recommend!

The keyboard is very visually appealing. I do not know if my lack of keyboard knowledge is why I give this 4/5 stars, but there are a few features I do not like. Starting with the positives, the backlight (light blue not changeable) is very appealing and not hard on the eyes, the swappable red switches are nice because I like red, and the linear red switches mean it has a nice click noise when typing. Moving into the cons, there is a bit that is annoying. The most notable, and would probably lower the rating more if I wasn't nice, is the spring noises from the keys. There is a buzzing noise that is left if a key is tapped too hard. This can be fixed by buying lube, but annoying nonetheless. Another feature is the lack of hotkey commands. I write a bit of papers and I usually have multiple tabs open. Trying to hotkey a tab to the left or right side of my screen doesn't work because to use arrow keys, the fn key needs to be held and that doesn't work for the windows hotkey: win+arrow_key. Another annoying hotkey feature is the 'del' key which is fn+n. The n key is in a bit of a bad spot to use the 'delete'' function. Of course, these can all be changed by editing the layers of the keyboard, but it is a long and annoying process that I have not taken the time to do yet. The last issue is the key colors. At night, seeing the gray keys, with the backlight on, is a bit difficult. The second photo attached also has extra keys added, not all of them can be attached to the keyboard because there isn't a spot for it (a bit weird but ok).Pros:nice backlight (not changeable color)clacking linear red switchesextra switch colorsCons:Spring noisekeyboard's default button layerhard to see switches at night