Rise and Fall of the Keychron K2

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The Keychron K2 is a 75% mechanical keyboard that's stolen the show for the past few years, but is it still the go-to option? Let's take a closer look.
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Timestamps:
0:00 The Rise of the Keychron K2
2:06 The Fall of the Keychron K2
4:28 The Competition
6:34 Why we are making this video
7:18 Blind sound tests
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@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Iquinx is offering a 5% discount when using this link iqunix.store/discount/switchandclick?redirect=/collections/iqunix-mechanical-keyboards/products/iqunix-l80-formula-typing-wireless-mechanical-keyboard (affiliate link)

@adamtajhassam9188 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid- its ok to put a sense of blame on companies- making a good quality product is very important- its called integrity. Glad i found ya i enjoy your honesty.

@sou_desu8587 3 жыл бұрын

The link doesnt work

@zilla1381 3 жыл бұрын

Keith C simp

@jpcampbell 3 жыл бұрын

Discord link doesn’t work

@majorblazer9055 2 жыл бұрын

The only thing that's changed is how much more confident you come across in this video as compared to the last one about the k2. The fact of the matter is if you want a board that checks all the boxes budget, rgb, wireless, hot swappable. I dont think there are many options out there, the keyboards you review on this are missing atleast one of those features so no the k2 is still the go to board for all the features at a cheap price..

@patrickwingert2018 3 жыл бұрын

My girlfriend spilled a coke on my K2. She then washed it under running water. It is now a good doorstop.

@pqdb7303 3 жыл бұрын

Did you get a new girlfriend after that?

@patrickwingert2018 3 жыл бұрын

@@pqdb7303 I got a cat instead. much more reliable and they at least push stuff off a desktop instead of spilling it on the keyboard. The worst part is my former g/f wouldn't even offer to replace it. saying, you have so many keyboards why do you need to replace that keyboard? completely oblivious to the value of that keyboard.

@RCmies 3 жыл бұрын

You're saying it like it's a bad thing that she tried to clean it with running water. Probably would've worked if you cleaned and dried it properly and didn't plug it in for another day or two.

@patrickwingert2018 3 жыл бұрын

@@RCmies Tried that. Didn't work. I put it in a drying box for a month after removing the keycaps and drying all the water I could reach. The motherboard itself was floating in the water. when she gave it to me? All she did after rinsing it was set it on the counter where it sat for two days till I got home from an off-site meeting. I can confirm the switches are working but they are soldered to the motherboard. I can trace power to the first chip but no voltage over the chip. I can't replace the chip since I lack the required equipment. I can replace the entire keeb for $69 so it's not worth spending hours de-soldering and testing the mainboard. then replacing chips and capacitors that have been shorted out. All its good for now is parts unless I get a replacement motherboard. Then I have to de-solder and resolder the switches.

@imnotdaredevil3714 3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickwingert2018 wait youre not joking? Oh my god

@StupidBulletsTech 3 жыл бұрын

Betty, I absolutely love where your channel is going. The editing and natural humor is such a huge win, well done.

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@DeltaModelX 2 жыл бұрын

351 likes and the only comment is the creator? i mean its not insanely rare but its just a bit unusual

@ShaferHart 2 жыл бұрын

@@DeltaModelX what are you talking about? lol. It happens all the time.

@cycodecoy5889 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your honest update to your past recommendation and taking the time to reevaluate the product in an unbiased manner. All while being yourself and having fun. I love the outtakes too! Keep up the awesomeness!

@ELJefeReviews 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the insight into what Keychron is doing! I actually picked up the Keychron C1 after seeing all it could do for such a low price. Swapped in some Kailh Box Pinks and I'm really enjoying it now!

@zackrodriguez6653 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I just found your channel tonight as I was looking at the K2 v2, and I watched all 3 of your videos on the Keychron K2 (and K2 v2). I had no idea the lore went so deep. Thank you for the succinct reviews and the emotional rollercoaster. 10/10 would laugh and cry again.

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Is this keyboard theory now

@rolandaustria7926 3 жыл бұрын

PHEW! You can't imagine how happy you've made me. I just bought my first mechanical keyboard last week and I got me this Royal Kludge (after some crazy research). I love my RK keyboard and you made me love it even more. So happy I made the right choice!

@576turky 3 жыл бұрын

best timing , i have looking for k2v2 from 2months and until now its out of stock and since then i have been waiting now i don't need to wait really really thank you ❤

@majorblazer9055 2 жыл бұрын

wrong, i just bought a k2 and modded it silent black inks and lube, couldnt be happier, even without the mods the gateron reds were buttery smooth.

@Naaackers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I was looking for a 75% for my upcoming Mac and this tics all the boxes. Going to order this soon. Also your personality is awesome and your humor is 10/10. Thank you again!

@GlideorDieSwimbaits 3 жыл бұрын

i got my keychron k2 v2 for 7$ at a bin store soooooooo i’m very happy with it

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

What a DEAL

@jugan170 3 жыл бұрын

@@SwitchandClickOfficial what's your opinion on leopold fc750? I was actually able to get my hands on one, and I got it with clear switches for $120

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Leopold is highly regarded and has very nice stabilizers

@epicolimeo961 3 жыл бұрын

@@SwitchandClickOfficial i have a keychron K8 😎😎😎

@sophiem285 3 жыл бұрын

I've had my eye on the RK84 for a while now. I just thought it seemed like the perfect place to start in the world of mechanical keyboards and customizing them. I might get it for myself as a graduation present this year... hmm...

@KionKO0309 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video, I was really interested in getting the Keychron K6 as i saw it in your other videos, but after your mention about the RK84, i think I'll go with your recommendation!

@deViant14 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making your videos with your relatable and fun and still lots of detail. It was previously hard to get into learning more because I had to choose between trustworthy and easy to watch. I'll take both!

@timsupan7480 3 жыл бұрын

I’m still using my K2 but I’m always happy when there’s competition! More choices for me when I want a new/replacement keyboard in the future!

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

True that. Competition is amazing

@jasonwrites9186 3 жыл бұрын

I have the K2 V2 and from your sound test I could guess right away which keyboard it was! I hear ya, but I still really love my keyboard. No problems at all with mine, so far. But all of this competition is good, regardless. I just like the fact that it's mac compatible without needing to mess around or fuss with it. Keep up the great content!

@cheddgeron 2 жыл бұрын

I saw your Keychron V2 K2 review and watched this. You've improvde so much in a short amount of time. 😊

@SaltyMaud 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the K2v2 hotswap. It's pretty much the only affordable prebuilt 75% option that has an ISO option, therefore it is still by default the best option. May end up giving it the typical silicone case filling, switch lubing, stab swap treatment, may not. Was planning on going a bit more premium for my next keyboard, but my current one is rapidly deteriorating and i'm in acute need of a new one so i went the easy route and ordered the K2.

@kyoyeou5899 2 жыл бұрын

I was searching for my first keyboard and loved the 75% format, can I ask what ISO is?

@SaltyMaud 2 жыл бұрын

@@kyoyeou5899 ISO is the keyboard layout most of the world uses as opposed to ANSI layout that's common in muricas.

@epiclemon9927 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much the only reason I ever went with Keychron in the first place was because they had Nordic layout keyboards

@rikke9278 2 жыл бұрын

My exact issue as well. I've been heavily considering buying the KC84s and just learn the ANSI layout, however, I don't want to be forced to do that just to get a slightly better keyboard. I seriously don't understand how most keyboard manufacturers dont offer both ANSI and ISO layouts now that they often offer both 60%, 65%, TKL and so on. IMO it's a loss of a huge consumer group on their part and seriously annoying for us non-americans

@ludwigstenberg1050 2 жыл бұрын

@@rikke9278 Yeah right on. There ought to be more ISO

@DJSerjaySvek 2 жыл бұрын

I have been hearing a lot of problematic stuff about Keychron on places like Reddit lately, so I was feeling worried about the K2 V2 that I bought some months ago as my first mech keyboard. However, I do appreciate what you said at the end about not blaming yourself if you got a K2 before. For me, the K2 V2 just feels nice, which is all I needed after years of hurting my fingers on laptop keys. And I'll stick to it until the day it gives out. Maybe then, the competition will give me something interesting to try. More power to you. Stay safe always.

@jakemercado5887 3 жыл бұрын

why do i feel like you have more smile in this video than any other video you made.

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Last three videos were like that too

@viStringTheory 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video introducing me to the RK84! I am new to mech keyboards, and had been looking at Keychron just because it was a well known name on Amazon. I saw this video and some of your others on RK products. I am now typing this on my new RK84, and so far I love it. It has been so long since I used anything other than membrane or laptop keyboards. Typing and gaming on this is a dream so far. The Bluetooth is great. I have yet to try out the wireless 2.4, but I hope to try that this weekend on my gaming PC.

@Sage_the_Turt 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for these vids, currently spending hours researching what keyboard i should buy to replace my k65 which has been acting up lately. i know for sure i want something hot-swappable and preferably already includes gateron browns since i'm interested in trying those first. unfortunately i just don't really have the time or money to do a lot of hands-on experimenting. anyway, this channel is super helpful! and oddly relaxing, you're a very pleasant person to listen to.

@daviddenoncourt757 3 жыл бұрын

I understand your points, I chose a Keychron K6 because as a french-canadian, I was searching for an ISO layout which is still pretty uncommon. A new PBT keycap set and I'm a happy camper but I'm pretty new to the game. I will surely become more critical with use.

@monst3r91 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the RK84 after my wife told me to calm down off the custom KB hype. As a first keyboard anyway. I'm very glad she did because I love the board. I ordered some Gazzew BobAgum silent linears to pair together. The board feels very premium for what it is. During your blind test, I figured the RK84 was either the first or second option due to the factory lubed stabs

@kurtus.1 2 жыл бұрын

I subscribed because you were able to explain to me what I needed to know in just one video. So many keyboard contents tell you a lot of things that just overcomplicate it. I'm thinking of getting royal kludge now so thank you!!!

@IamNinetyFour 3 жыл бұрын

I've just recently gotten into this space and your direct and honest approach is very welcoming. Great video, keep it up!

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@IamNinetyFour 3 жыл бұрын

@@SwitchandClickOfficial btw. L80 was my favorite sounding. I use a glorious compact for work everyday though. I love it and the sound, might mod it soon

@JOKBO1 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a K6 a few weeks ago and I really like it. I also have the RK71 and there is a big difference in how it feels and sounds. I prefer the Keychron. I also saw that many people had issues with their Keychrons but they seem to have sent new keebs to all of those people which gave me confidence when buying one. I'll do some mods to my K6 and really make it mine. if you also have one, don't stress, just because there are better keyboards out, it doesn't make your sh*t.

@jorel3176 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Betty. I have given this a very, very long thought and have been researching non-stop. Thanks to your videos, I have decided that my first mechanical keyboard purchase is to be the Royal Kludge RK84. It is also the first time I will be going to a smaller form factor, from the full-size. I am enjoying it so far and with the amount of moldability this keyboard has, the possibilities are endless! Also I love your subtle humor and silent screaming in your videos xdd keep it up!

@HyeonsikLi Жыл бұрын

Is it good?

@jorel3176 Жыл бұрын

@@HyeonsikLi it’s been a year? Wow. So far it’s still going great. I’ve changed switches and keycaps and did the usual tape mod and foam mod. I still have the stock switches and keycaps. I highly recommend this keyboard even today

@HyeonsikLi Жыл бұрын

@@jorel3176 ah nice. I was thinking about getting a new one. I have a ducky which is not bad but for some reason i always have typos on it. Its really bothering me.

@MuhammadIqbal-im3kz 3 жыл бұрын

I dont know why but i just love your voice, like in the ads/commercial. Having a voice like that with calm intonation and background music, reviewing tech stuff that is too much informational makes us on receiving end much more asdffghjkl i dont know how to desrcibe it 😭👍🏻💯

@onceuponabeat6049 3 жыл бұрын

Your channel keeps gets better and better I love seeing the progress.

@kevinloukinen3000 2 жыл бұрын

4 > 2 > 1 > 3 on the sound. I love these custom keyboard options but the make or break it factor for me is if they have international layouts or not. Many only support US English unfortunately. Also extra key caps for Mac/PC modifier keys is a nice touch.

@helnkellrfresh2deaf 3 жыл бұрын

Based on sound, I like #4 for the space bar stabs, and #1 for the rest of the keys I would want to mod all of the options though: Neoprene, thicker keycaps, lubed+filmed switches, and clipped+greased stabs. With more and more companies offering pre lubed switches, and even pre modded stabs, I can image we will have some entry keyboards in the future that dont require any mods to out of the box.

@viksankar973 3 жыл бұрын

just got the rk84 a week ago. amazing keyboard for the price. It is hot swappable and has a real good bluetooth connection. Happy to see it being recommended here.

@cupknee Жыл бұрын

i inherited my husband's old K2 (non-hotswappable) when he upgraded and it honestly got me into keyboard modding and custom mechanical keyboards! i have two other options that are hot-swappable and sound much nicer with more modding options and yet for some reason i still go back to my K2 for primary use. dunno why, i just love it

@atlanticamorphine 2 жыл бұрын

I'm currently looking around for a 75% and it's looking like K2 so far - the usb hub on RK84 is tempting, but they only offer the selection of basic red, blue or brown switches out of box, not to mention much blander looking keycaps.

@kjeldgaard0 3 жыл бұрын

Usually special keyboard software is only made for Windows, and that is completely uninteresting to me as I use Mac and Linux. I purchased the Keychron K2 *because* it doesn't require any special software, it's a great keyboard, I can configure it as I wish, and I don't need any custom junk software.

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@awwkaw9996 3 жыл бұрын

I agree completely, I see software as a *big* negative when deciding on a keyboard

@deepakshivraj4881 3 жыл бұрын

@@awwkaw9996 Yeah me too I use linux and most keyboard manufacturers dont support it even though linux is fully willing to support their produst. Its very frustrating

@awwkaw9996 3 жыл бұрын

@@deepakshivraj4881 yeah, I'm in the same boat.

@rdtstudios 3 жыл бұрын

I got the RK84 looks great but they should've include keycaps for Mac users, I also don't care about software. Probably going to pic up the K2 like how it sounds nd like the black and white theme

@_ExTitus 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your videos. There have been pretty nice sales on some of the boards you've reviewed and it's helped me make more informed purchases. I bought the RK68 non-rgb vers last week and now the Tecware Phantom. I may not be able to financially recover if I dive any deeper and into mid tier mechkbs.

@KayKayPlayz- 6 ай бұрын

In my opinion. The L80 and RK 84 sounded great. I've looked at stock sound test for the K2 and reviews. I really like it! It seems like a great keyboard for its price. I'm hoping to get the k2 soon. Thank you Switchyyyy

@briannacluck5494 3 жыл бұрын

For some reason I've been nervous about trying a 75% keyboard because it feels like it would be claustrophobic, but the RK84 being both cheap and moddable has me tempted

@saucy7839 2 жыл бұрын

It's worth af bro, got it and did foam mod and stabilizer mods. It's amazing

@chaoscapricorn13 3 жыл бұрын

Channels like yours really make my day, my boss said all computer keyboards were the same, so I recommended him your channel, he was like: "ok... im wrong"

@ArthVader95 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, just found this channel its one of the best channels Ive found for this topic. Your pace is perfect and your editing keeps it interesting.

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Tysm

@mcd1amond983 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is growing quick! Great job 😁 I'm a fan.

@harikrisshnabansal8816 3 жыл бұрын

“It used to be a big thing in 2019” Why am I feeling like a old grandpa hearing that.

@jonathanphang 3 жыл бұрын

Because 2020 lasted approximately 23 years. Especially March

@IronCan88 3 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanphang worked just like Thanos' finger snap. All such coincidence.

@ShadowBoyMen 3 жыл бұрын

And here I was considering getting a K8, since a Keyboard with both wireless and wired modes (to switch between my gaming rig and a laptop without having to unplug cables and stuff) would improve my QoL. The RK84 seems like a nice, probably better alternative (I prefer TKL but since the RK84 technically has the same keys, shouldn't be much of an issue), sad that it's only in white it seems, and other RK keyboards that are in black don't seem to be up to par.

@b.nemesis2730 2 жыл бұрын

It's not, Keychron is far superior

@TheRIkkyP 3 жыл бұрын

Huh! I just ordered the RK84 yesterday on a whim. Glad to see you are liking it.

@laurencea4422 3 жыл бұрын

The quality of your videos have improved so much, so quickly!

@breadsticksngl3888 3 жыл бұрын

You guys should look at the Tecsee purple panda switch, for 70 it’s about $30 they have a POM stem and a PME housing, btw they are really good for the price, also they feel a little bit like Holy Pandas, just more budget.

@elNan140 3 жыл бұрын

I’m by no means a keyboard enthusiast, however, I’m a programmer, so having a good keyboard is a must for me. I love mine so much that I’ve been recommending the K2 to anyone looking for a nice keyboard. I love its wireless connection and the general typing experience. Sound? I’ve heard the “sound tests” made by some reviewers, but honestly I don’t see myself choosing one keyboard (or switches) over the others just by how they sound. The K2 for me sounds... great... I guess... SW seems to be a good option to have, but for some general customizations I’m using autohotkey; it works great! My point is, this keyboard is awesome for those just looking for a great typing experience (without being nit-picky) and nothing more.

@abdsaad 2 жыл бұрын

Do u have the brown ones

@abdsaad 2 жыл бұрын

Also is the v1 better

@arushsharma8383 2 жыл бұрын

sounds like exactly what i needed to hear! thanks. Also, as a non-keyboard enthusiast is hot swap still better?

@mocachino__ 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a dev, can confirm. Got the v2 (brown switch) and my only issue coming from 100% is getting used to the short right shift key.

@4bidn1 2 жыл бұрын

@@mocachino__ Damn I don't think I have ever, and I mean ever, used the right hand shift key... Like.. After reading your comment I legit had to look down to remember where the right shift key even is! Everyone uses their peripherals so differently and it's always interesting to hear about something like this. The numpad and arrow keys being well spaced are the important part for me!

@sharathchandra95 3 жыл бұрын

i see you are making effort to improve your style every day but your content has always been top notch. you definitely deserve more subscribers.

@aidandaniels02 3 жыл бұрын

I like the more calm, ambient videos with less movements better. Great video by the way 🤟🏻

@Sibbi. 3 жыл бұрын

It’s nice to hear you have a good laugh in the video :)

@ruienkoh 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I actually was considering between the K2, RK84 and KC84 and I've decided to opt for the RK84 because of software, the ability to change it to a floating style, and it's way cheaper (since I can get it from Taobao), KC84 was pretty close behind with PBT keycap but I will change them anyway so

@vnm_8945 Жыл бұрын

why is so important the software, what can you do with it? thx

@HyeonsikLi Жыл бұрын

Is it good?

@JBHoren 2 жыл бұрын

I'm this close to pulling the trigger on a K2V2, then happened upon your video. I watched, I listened, I absorbed; and you know what? I heard the "blind sound tests" and #3 was clearly the one that resonated with me. Thanks for helping me move ever-closer to my decision.

@uoieavillanueva5806 2 жыл бұрын

OMG I WAS subscriber when you're channel was I think below 20k AND OMG I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!

@CknSalad 3 жыл бұрын

I may be dated, but I like the Filco Majestouch Ninja TKL a lot. The lettering facing towards the eyes instead of bird's eye view is icing on the cake.

@thisjustanother 3 жыл бұрын

Betty is legit the only keyboard youtuber I enjoy. Her videos are the best. Her demeanour is perfect. Keep up the great work

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude

@RichardServello 2 жыл бұрын

I just got the K4 v2 and I am completely in love! This thing is freaking amazing!!!!

@jacewongsh 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! And I am looking at the new K7 on Kickstarter 😂

@corvoplaysBR Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for that video! I almost bought the k2 but watching your video made me change my mind and made me save some money too! Thanks for your content!

@SwitchandClickOfficial Жыл бұрын

ahh you're welcome!

@phoenix1826 Жыл бұрын

I have been using my RK84 for a couple of months now, and despite the loss of the two USB type A ports on the board, I love using it. It's really bang for the buck.

@emersonrenaki Жыл бұрын

how you lose the 2 usb? cable + 2.4ghz?

@Fogmeister 3 жыл бұрын

Randomly stumbled across your channel today… (erm… “randomly” … I was googling for keyboards recently 😬) Anyway, very cool channel. Currently watching reviews and may even purchase soon. 😁

@dreamsfighter9277 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Betty .. was sitting on the fence ..Keychron it Royal Kludge .. this video pushed me towards RK84 ..

@ErnestoValdezJr 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video (even though I'm a bit late at seeing it lol). I was on the fence between the K2 and the RK84. I think software and the additional wireless connection option are what's going to push me to the RK84. Hopefully Keychron will get on the ball with software!

@SwitchandClickOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@Waruto 3 жыл бұрын

hopefully this video will spread more awareness to consumers and ultimately bring down the prices of Keychron :P

@jamesmitchell1535 3 жыл бұрын

I personally prefer ISO layout and was able to get the K2 in a UK ISO format in stock whilst I was looking for a keyboard, that ended up being the final factor in making choice. Thankfully I’m yet to find an issue I couldn’t solve with a mod.

@sza2562 2 жыл бұрын

That`s the point. I like large enter button too.

@giannicarignano1791 Жыл бұрын

The pack of features included in the RK 84 (especially the floating keycap designe included) just blew me away i think i'm gonna buy that one.

@kennith. 3 жыл бұрын

Love the more upbeat videos, I agree with the others ... nice to hear you laugh, keep up the good work.

@Raven.Bloodrot 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly the 75% design will always be my favorite, I'll have to give this keyboard a try.

@TheDacane 3 жыл бұрын

Keycool has actually been selling this form factor for years, and it was my favorite layout until the epomaker 71 (yeah im weird). I bought my first keycool 84 probably 8? years ago and fell in love with the layout. I am glad to finally see this becoming popular as in my opinion its just clearly better than TKL and generally more practical for a very small increase in size over 60%.

@R1SKbreaker Жыл бұрын

Why do you think it's clearly better than TKL? I'm checking my options, and TKL is only a little bigger, and is less cramped than 75%. Kinda seems like the best balance of compact size and usefulness to me.

@TheDacane Жыл бұрын

@@R1SKbreaker Two places really, it takes up much less space on the desk than a TKL, and the FX keys are easier and more convenient to reach. Something like this or smaller helps my ergos a lot by letting me keep my keyboard relatively centered when typing, while still leaving plenty of space for my mouse, large mouse pad etc. With full sized and even bloated tkls i end up reaching my right arm across my body to type, or having a long reach for my mouse. Im not sure why people call any efficient layout cramped. The original netbooks had cramped keyboards, other mini things with undersized keyboards can be cramped. The key spacing on the keys you actually use is the same on an efficient layout as a 104 or tkl, there just isnt all the dead space, and sometimes >1u keys are shrunk down, although never below 1u. Layout wise I honestly think 96 is probably the new sweet spot for most people, it has most of the gains from compact layouts without any real downside. Im glad to see it actually becoming more common.

@mattpecevich3749 3 жыл бұрын

Really great video! The royal kluge dongle is actually super compelling

@Jafri_Jahan 3 жыл бұрын

Great video👌the rk84 is the keyboard i was looking for thanks😁

@kimerlend3093 3 жыл бұрын

well, I found a k2 with a nordic layout, and that is a must. Most "good" keyboards on the market don't offer this specific type of keycap. And getting a keycap set that fits a nordic 75% layout is easier said than done. Gonna have to schtick with my k2 I guess.

@liamlowenthal9354 2 жыл бұрын

This is it, is very hard to to find good Nordic Layout.

@tubeMonger 2 жыл бұрын

My reasoning as well.

@NichWoodruff 2 жыл бұрын

I’m looking for custom key caps for my K2 any suggestions?

@justsomeguy5103 2 жыл бұрын

Personally, I won't be happy until keyboards in this price range ship with appropriate national layouts. If a keyboard has a 1000 kr/100 € price tag, there is no excuse to save a few cents on logistics by cramming 3 layouts into 1 big mess.

@liamlowenthal9354 2 жыл бұрын

@@justsomeguy5103 well yes i agree but cant you just chsnge the caps

@okanut 3 жыл бұрын

Wow the editing on this one is really cool!

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it!

@majinkeyboards 3 жыл бұрын

K2 V2 was my first MK, haven't had any problems with hotswap (yet), now I know a looooot more about it, thanks :)

@JaeyeokYoon 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah software! Thank you, really nice review 👍 and... was funny to see, you seem more comfortable

@levismith6244 2 жыл бұрын

I still ordered a K2 because it seemed more Mac ready. I know they both work on Mac and Windows, but the K2 had the key caps already in the box for MacOS.

@drewzero1 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using the K6 daily for a few months and my only complaint is that they decided it should have a dedicated backlight button but no delete key. I can only hope they someday release software to remap it. Other than that (and some chipped keycaps from carrying it around without a case) I've been happy with it.

@Ken_Jones Жыл бұрын

You can remap keys in regedit. This means every keyboard you’d connect to that windows will have that key remapped, because you changed it in windows itself. Maybe this helps you if you use one system.

@drewzero1 Жыл бұрын

@@Ken_Jones As far as I can tell, the backlight key is not passed through to the computer. So no way to remap that specific key in software. Still using the keyboard almost daily. I've long since given up any hope of the promised software since it sounds like they're focusing on QMK with *some* of their newer boards and basically abandoning the rest. I'm disappointed but ultimately unsurprised.

@su6oi 3 жыл бұрын

each video i notice some type of improvement, keep up the good work

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

👌

@brandonw.2066 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using the rk71 for a while now and I've been really happy with it.

@TechBoiEski 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad the RK84 is getting the recognition it deserves.

@alexanderle3936 3 жыл бұрын

i heard the wireless is terrible tho, like spotty at 1-2 feet terrible

@TechBoiEski 3 жыл бұрын

@@alexanderle3936 I don't use the wireless, however I have seen some reviews on amazon saying that as well. I'll have to test it out.

@Miro. 3 жыл бұрын

@@alexanderle3936 I believe it's only the dongle. Bluetooth works fine as, well, any other bluetooth

@waxrock 3 жыл бұрын

@@alexanderle3936 i have one. it's 1ft terrible in my case.

@thatmartinlau 3 жыл бұрын

I literally just bought one today, and then got recommended this video. It's still a good buy, right?

@flourish5554 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, I do love me some 75% keyboards. I have tried the RK84 as well as the KC84s, but one the one major thing I like about the Keychron K2 is the ability to disable the autosleep. Personally, I found it a little annoying when I resumed typing it would miss the first or first few letters because of the slight delay in waking up the device. This is just based on my use case of wanting a wireless (BT) keyboard. If I wanted to go wired, those are great alternative options to the Keychron!

@ShivamChhuneja 2 жыл бұрын

just stumbled upon your channel! love your work, great videos, we keyboard warriors are loving these

@matsigh 3 жыл бұрын

I've got an RK84 and I'm a fan of it but when using wireless with the 2.4ghz it often misses double key presses which is a pretty big issue for a keyboard. I haven't had issues with Bluetooth or wired though. I've modded the hell out of my board so I can't really vouch for anything else about it stock

@TheChimples 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, I'm literally just stepping into the world of customizable mechanical keyboards. I mean I already have 3 mechanical kb's but they're from these bigger gaming manufacturers and I'm just not really feeling satisfied with their products. I feel that there is something missing, there has to be better stuff out there. So I'm doing my research but yeah it's a daunting world to get into lol. It was a lot easier to find better mice (ie. not Razer) but the KB world is a whole different animal. And like you said things are changing so fast, I feel like I just sat down in a roller coaster and things are going to get wild. But I want to be part of this ride so here I am. Let's go lol

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate that.

@TheChimples 3 жыл бұрын

@@SwitchandClickOfficial Quick question, I saw in another one of your videos that you used to play the MOBA Heroes of the Storm. I play an RTS called Age of Empires 2 and in terms of mechanics it's similar to a MOBA. I was just wondering what kind of keyboard do you recommend for MOBA/RTS type games? Personally what I'm looking for is a quiet linear keyboard that actuates very fast. Currently I have a low profile KB from Havit and while it's great, I just feel it is a bit too firm. The shorter key-travel is good but because the keys are firm it doesn't feel as fast as it could be. Also it has blue switches and the clicky-ness doesn't really add anything to the experience, if anything it's distracting. PS: I love your mouse, the MM710/711 is amazing. Mine stopped working so I got the MM720 which is even lighter but has a form factor that takes some getting used to.

@user-xw4od8kb7y 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheChimples Get ignored son

@takoyakeys 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I think it’s always important to see if companies are continuing to innovate or if they’re piggybacking on their past successes. 2-3 years isn’t that long all things considered but in this community that is a LONG time. If you don’t keep innovating or optimizing based on customer feedback... good luck staying in the game!

@SwitchandClickOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

So true. The MK community has grown especially fast in the past year alone, and I don't see things stopping anytime soon

@jd4codes Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review! I agree about the RK84 being top-notch for a budget buy! I like the 75% as well since I tried a 60% and it just was missing too much for my liking.

@ourcore 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I started with the K1 and just got the K2 v2, but I'm a Mac user, so I feel like my options are more limited since I really want the Mac keys, wireless, backlighting, and a design that matches my grey/silver set-up

@abort.mission 3 жыл бұрын

"Make sure you stick around! Make sure you stick arOOUUNDddd. 😉" hahah. awesome ✌🏻🍻 I vote for #4

@MarkMphonoman 2 жыл бұрын

Love listening to you. You are so animated and well spoken. 👍

@SwitchandClickOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!

@TBSxDRUMS 2 жыл бұрын

I keep watching or rewatching older videos on your channel at just the perfect times, certain ones being recommended on my home page completely by coincidence when I’m trying to make a specific decision. I was almost convinced I should go with a Keychron (I want a low-effort, relatively quiet, Mac-compatible prebuilt mech to bring to my new job), but this video popped up and helped me steer a little away from Keychron. I’ve had my eye on the iqunix 80 series, but they’re so expensive. Now time to rewatch your Royal Kludge modding video to get ideas lol.

@iZigZaga 2 жыл бұрын

The L80 sounded the best IMO. Which switches were being used in that test?

@RuiPalmeira 3 жыл бұрын

it's all fun and games when you're an ANSI user. Us ISO users, on the other hand, have to suck it up and use whatever is available. or conform to not having all of the needed keys and use ANSI keebs.

@Ax4400 Жыл бұрын

So excited just finished upgrading & lubing the springs to Sprit 65g S on my RK84 stock Red Switches! Wow what a difference, am I happy or what! I discovered the Thock 🤣🤣 Did a grey & black key cap upgrade too, didn't replace all the black keys just swapped out some w/ cheap grey pudding caps, like the black & wht key cap schemes. Looks feels & sounds great!

@bryantatkins5840 2 жыл бұрын

Wow definitely subscribing to this channel. I came across the fandom on TikTok and love the sound for my stimming. My apple keyboard that I use for work just does not cut especially since I work in a call center environment and it will also help center me. Though I am nervous about the K4 I just bought.

@BlueskyFR_ 3 жыл бұрын

I think the look of a keyboard is important and I really liked the fully dark K2V2, and I can't find it on the other versions such as the hotswappable version anymore. Which keyboard would you recommend (75% layout) which is still fully dark and has rgb?

@gunjja13 2 жыл бұрын

Did you test the RK84 2.4GHz connection for your self? It is really bad... But I also still think it is a better budget option then any Keychron board.

@alpacamale2909 3 жыл бұрын

I love the thick frame of the rk cases. They are really well designed to make the keyboard more compact

@576turky 2 жыл бұрын

@SwitchandClick I just want To give you Big thank you ❤ today i received the RK84 and i am suupper happy 😍😍 the qulity so good , Colors of the keycaps with RGB looks amazing and typing is smooth it even let me beat my score with 60% faster in WPM even the switches are better than what i expected and has nicer sound than i heard in the video really thank you ❤ i could've wait more and you made me Happy