I Found the BEST Mechanical Keyboard

[@fknight]

A couple things. I still don't know how to pronounce IQUNIX. I've heard it said as "I-Q-Unix" and "i-Qunix," and then there's whatever weird way I said it lol. SPOILERS BELOW! ONLY CLICK AFTER WATCHING THE VIDEO! I actually like the Vissles V84 keyboard the more I look at it. It's got a nice, sturdy feel to it. The form factor is perfect. The look - without the backlight - is very clean. But I still don't like the lighting. It's much more prominent than that of the L80, even though they're similar. The way it kind of shines onto the side of the keys is what makes it look tacky. Whereas the L80 has similar lighting, but it moreso appears underneath the keys which just has a cleaner look. And the final thing is regarding the AbkonCore... I've decided to keep it near my back door in case I have to whack a burglar over the head with it. Correction: MKBHD uses the K2, not the K3.

[@cdey3886]

20:10 "People who study cockroaches often become allergic to them."

[@johnmoffat5402]

I've been using the V84 for a month, so damn nice...Thank you!

[@kasai7272]

I say I-'Q'-nix

[@fknight]

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[@MWKRider]

Glad you went for one of the Iqunix. As much as I love Keychron and the other 2 brands for being great budget friendly enthusiast keyboards, Iqunix has them beat. They are pretty much one of the few brands that have prebuilts that match the same quality as custom keyboards for the most part. Always try to stay away from gaming/big brands as much as you can because the quality really doesn't match the price they charge especially with brands like Keychron being cheaper, offering lubed stabs in some models, and pbt doubleshot keycaps as the standard.

[@JakeDevYT]

I’ve been using a huge full-size Corsair keyboard that I enjoyed for a few years, but I wanna go a bit smaller just for the desk real estate. Nice video!

[@powderriverfarrier]

Forrest try the Kinesis split keyboards. After a couple of minutes to adjust the width for yourself you likely won't go back to standard keyboards.

[@h1th3r3]

Since quarantine, I've fallen deep down the mechanical keyboard rabbit hole. Currently typing on a custom keyboard right now. Cool to see you try all these.

[@iron7956]

How much does a custom keyboard cost?

[@arnishshakil1871]

@@iron7956 anywhere from $200(without keycaps) to $800 retail for most popular/luxury brands or even up to $5000 depending on aftermarket prices on certain boards/switches.

[@iron7956]

@@arnishshakil1871 Is it worth it?

[@h1th3r3]

@@iron7956 It really depends on the parts you use. My build was around $400 total (keyboard case, plate, key caps, switches, braided aviator cable). But you can customize other builds for less than half that. You just have to shop around for the parts a bit.

[@ee1yd]

you and thousands of other people

[@MAGAIVER]

Just a correction the Keychron K3 does not use Cherry MX switches, you can get it with either Gateron Low Profile Mechanical Switches or Keychron Low Profile Optical Switches which is what you have there, both options are completely different from Cherry's offerings and are not compatible with each other. You can only use Kyechron Low Profile Optical's on your keyboard.

[@kylemckell]

Forrest I think you would LOVE custom mechanical keyboards as you seem like a big DIY kind of person. They can get a bit pricey of course, but I think your issues with the design of the one that you chose, alongside wanting a specific sound and feel, can really be diagnosed through the hobby's extensive amount of designers creating keyboards to their own likings and holding group preorders. I personally took a little bit to find one that I wanted to join a buy for and really put the time and effort to modify and create my own personalized typing experience, and I'm happy that I did. Yes, it was an expensive purchase and it definitely isn't "worth the money" per say (in terms of my return of investment) but it was a fun experience to put together and learn about the different parts, and it really does add to my day a lot especially during long coding sessions by bringing that little bit of joy that a luxury item can bring.

[@danielbrooksdrums]

I love the Keychron K3 because of price and because it’s a keyboard I can take to the coffee shop to code. Mobility and Affordability. For my desk, definitely the L80! Super sturdy and I love the clicks.

[@DavidMcClellan]

Just a note, the Keychron keyboards don't use Cherry switches. Maybe yours came with Cherry switches, but at least on their website they're either Gateron or an inhouse Keychron switch. Thank you for putting this together though!

[@johandenhertog6878]

Have the Keychron C2 which is heavily modded with my Vampire V4 Standalone. Would like a custom Keychron in my old Commodore AMIGA 1200. And I’m busy with a Keychron Q1.

[@dilanbaron5694]

why don't you try a split keyboard (like a dactyl manuform or just a moonlander or ergodox)? those keyboards are really cool. I've replaced my standard keyboard with a moonlander and I really recommend it (your typing speed will increase a lot, not to mention you'll feel very comfortable with them).

[@RondellKB]

The AR87 looks the best for me, I especially like the fact that the arrow keys are off to the side

[@bekchanovj]

That one probably the closest to "custom" mechanical keyboards

[@RondellKB]

@@bekchanovj exactly

[@theAIex2]

Nice review, by the way what happened to your 'daskeyboard' ? do you recommend the winner of this review better?

[@slendydie1267]

so if you dont have Bluetooth on your PC you cannot connect the Keychron wirelessly? What about the Iqunix ones since they have dongles

[@TheZax85]

I just bought a Ducky one 2 mini with Cherry MX silver switches... It replaced my older Fnatic Gear keyboard that had Cherry MX Red switches. I prefer linear switches with low actuation. I have fallen in love with the Ducky One 2 completely... really a nice and sturdy feeling keyboard - you should give that one a try too 😁

[@awges]

try the ducky mecha mini

[@kuraicraft]

are you able to pop the keys out and replace them with custom keys?

[@ToddsDiscGolf]

I love the sound of a good keyboard typing clickity clack clickity clack

[@caspererasmus7480]

Aren't these the type of keyboards we had back in the 90's. I'm old, so I don't know what is the big deal today. The lights...

[@kyleescamez1179]

Similar design but adding RGB adds an aesthetic which many people enjoy displaying in their setup, i am one of them, I own a Razer Huntsmen Elite and i do not regret buying it, solid keyboard. Also, i should've started with this; keyboards nowadays have a higher polling rate than in the 90s, 8K polling rate is what manufacturers are slowly treating towards as games advance.

[@thriftsimple561]

As someone who also remembers this style of keyboard, I will say that these feel just an undescribable amount better than those did. Try it and you'll never go back.

[@bricefleckenstein9666]

Go with the original best keyboards. The Modem M from IBM/Lexis/Unisys. Has had the best feel (other than the IBM Model F from the PC/AT days) of ANY keyboard design for around 30 YEARS. Buckling Springs are the way! Everything since has been a poor imitation of the feel, and the "response at the SAME time as the click".

[@DevsLikeUs]

Love that A80

[@REALLYRANDOMREVIEW5]

tbh ALL Keyboard manufacturers should know by now Braded Cable Yes Plastic cables minus 1 point

[@anniefang703]

love the vissles keyboard so much, with the wrist and the price is perfect

[@LuckyLambikins]

right at 10:00, ...and so ForrestKnight started the "asmr for coders" craze that is now sweeping the... Also, I totally agree with you about the trend of light leakage, makes a good KB look cheap! :(

[@alexzandermanning6094]

Me : Spends hundred of dollars on keyboards. Also Me: just sticks with the standard apple wireless keyboard because it just works better when switch between my macs .

[@yustdream0204]

I just got a80 and it has a very noisy spring sound. It doesn't happen to you?

[@MilMike]

when I code and a coworker is distracting me with some unrelated bullshit, I like to rage because I lost my flow.. I then hit the poor keyboard.. I also lost some keys / keyboards because of this. That tank keyboard looks sturdy... could probably be also used as a weapon.

[@karenwang313]

I bought a keychron k4 last year and the things been a nightmare, randomly turning off or not charging for whenever it feels like it. I dont recommend their stuff at all.

[@mindcandy1869]

This man has not gone down the rabbit hole

[@julian23561]

Friend, if you just dig just a little deeper, you'll find yourself in a blackhole of custom and modified keyboards. Tread lightly my friend.

[@MisterBlex]

Maybe try out the Anne Pro 2, it's a 60%, and they come pre lubricated. I recommend the khail box switches on them. They are unreal smooth and stable. And super affordable! :)

[@Soumya041]

It has wireless issues not impressed with it.

[@MisterBlex]

@@Soumya041 I only had slight issues with the bluetooth. Nothing deal breaking for me. But I am someone who primarily uses it wired. At this price point I still think this thing is a marvel.

[@notacooldudewithanattitude2731]

Vissles is technically a rebranded RK84 pro or vise versa

[@branpod]

I really love my keychron k8. Highly recommend for Mac users (don’t crucify me for being a Mac user)

[@gregorahlin6461]

that D definitely got a lot of use. giggidy

[@ryexavellanosa1375]

Oh, look ...it's Jesus Christ, hey Jesus...where's my keyboard? I've been nothing but nice this year... lol

[@AdamDymitruk]

Try the Leopold. My favorite. I have 3 of them.

[@esportsmiyagi]

What gaming keyboard would you say is the best

[@aleksalukic3408]

10:03 sounds like Perry the platypus

[@yustdream0204]

have u tried drop???

[@rycardoantunes8152]

nice vid bro, lots of information, your voice is sick too hahahaha

[@muCephei_]

If you're an enthusiast, there's no such thing as best keyboard

[@OK-ri8eu]

I knew you'd go for the lime80, I'm considering the Keychron; the price is good and they look good

[@VijitChandna]

Its time for a custom keyboard build

[@noidsuper]

Those or not cherry switches on the k3

[@MuscleTeamOfficial]

Guys bought myself the L80 as well, can't wait to grace my hands with it.

[@narobii9815]

Huh always needed the 10 key part for myself, unless someone has a really good seperate 10 key. Number entry is a big part of what i do.

[@darklordauron]

I want an AbkonCore AR87 but extended. Full number pad, all the gutters, and like 10 pounds.

[@bitehunter122]

That heavy keyboard looks pretty good.

[@ITZollx]

Great vid Forrest!

[@slendydie1267]

Anyone here know good hot swappable and wireless keyboards that use a dongle instead of bluetooth pairing so it can connect to devices that dont have bluetooth? Are the A80 and L80 good options?

[@PKAWA]

There can be only one. Durgod Fusion

[@iamintractable1805]

Where are the full size keyboards?

[@Irishgamer01]

None of the keyboards have number pads? I use a keyboard for a living and its beyond me why you would consider any keyboard without one. I accidently got a mac in work with one of those keyboards and it was a nightmare (For a couple of weeks, I winged so much the bought me the proper keyboard). Crazy. You do you.

[@Dusk007]

the vast majority of people see numpads as a waste of space instead of a bonus. if that’s not you, that’s fine. plenty of full-size/96% keyboards out there

[@heatchecking]

This is mostly for gaming lol it’s just a space thing

[@TokyoXtreme]

I have a key-binding so that when I hold cmd+left_ctrl, the u, i, p keys become 7, 8, 9; the j, k, l keys become 4, 5, 6; and the n, m, . keys become 1, 2, 3. And space bar is 0. Other thing I want to point out is that my left_ctrl itself is mapped to the caps_lock key, but only when held down. When tapped, it’s “escape.” Although I have a mechanical Filco without a num pad, I usually use my MacBook keyboard. I must admit that I do own a full-size Filco with num pad and all the extra buttons, but I rarely use it.

[@ashleylentz2651]

seeing these replies...i'm losing faith in humanity. i'm only half joking. if you have to do key remapping in software to achieve the same effect, there's an issue you're not seeing. a dedicated numpad is a godsend for more than just gaming. anyone who does data entry for any reason will really appreciate a dedicated numpad.

[@TokyoXtreme]

@@ashleylentz2651 I can use my key mapping to use the “numpad” faster than it would take to use a hardware numpad. Don’t even need to move my fingers from home-row.

[@trackvegeta8716]

Programmers may consider ergonomic keyboards like x-bows

[@kecward78]

I bought the natural because I have wide shoulders and the ergonomics make it MUCH easier to type. Near future I'll be getting their top keyboard. I'm sold.

[@ilikeyoursmile6215]

Which on is the best Clicky or Linear?

[@allenellsworth5799]

Depends on what you want.

[@avih]

Try a Realforce R2. Pricy, but honestly the best typing experience I've had for years.

[@princessmoo4891]

that's not even that bad lmao, i've seen customs go upwards of 6k, my current budget build was like 400.

[@avih]

@@princessmoo4891 Well..I guess you're a true mech head if that sounds legit for you.

[@pesto12601]

Iqunix F96 is what you are after.... you're welcome!

[@thehooligan129]

I want the L80 but I feel worried I'd easily dirty up that pretty white with my grubby gamer fingers and sweat

[@trevorfranks69]

Gonna hit FC and SS on these bad boys

[@Altair4611]

21:50 You described a 65 percent keyboard

[@Intelligenkeit]

are these mechanical keyboards? how are they so silent

[@anthonylangston23]

I think you're referring to the blue switches that are common in most gaming keyboards. Clicky tactile switches (usually blue) are what give some mechanical keyboards their loud sound. The keyboards featured in this video have either red (linear) or brown (tactile) switches and are therefore not clicky.

[@BurnedNerd]

all of those are also the ones I will choose from in the future haha... thank you for the video

[@kaiqueamoraes970]

Ahhh noooo, I just bought one of them, the discount ;-;

[@sibusisodlamini2366]

Keychron 3 looks so slick. I went on the website to order it but it turns out they don't deliver in my country :(((((

[@Jtheantagonist]

Sometimes there are resellers in specific countries that sell them they list resellers also on their webpage.

[@sibusisodlamini2366]

@@Jtheantagonist I know there are other places I can get it but I just wanted to use the promo code :/

[@Jtheantagonist]

@@sibusisodlamini2366 ah I see, thats too bad!

[@apereirafernandez]

no hhkb?

[@rohitdoestech]

you should check out custom keyboards

[@HoboJR4]

gotta build yourself a keyboard m8 lmao

[@nfrid]

nothing surprize you after you fell into the rabbit hole of split keyboards corne (crkbd) is the best at least for me 👽

[@LynneConnolly]

A shame they don't do ISO layouts.

[@jixs4v]

Build your own custom keyboard with qmk!

[@frederikbruun7138]

Happy Hacking Keyboard, is the way to go.

[@eula9]

imagine playing music over a sound test. are you okay dude?

[@tekki5744]

All I care about keyboards is WASD keys

[@ethangould3678]

Thank you for the video bro

[@ellmango]

who is mdhb?

[@chunkymilk1288]

AR87 is the best imo

[@thriftsimple561]

Wait.. You don't use your thumb while typing?! What is this sorcery?

[@糖醋小排骨-z6o]

where is filco and cherry?

[@iknowmyname7]

Homey, if they gave you the keyboards, then they sponsored you

[@misstweetypie1]

I think he means that he didn’t get paid to review them. They didn’t sign a contract about how well the video had to do in order for them to pay him, etc. He probably reached out to them asking for samples, but he isn’t obliged to fake liking something so they pay him.

[@EDITMODE]

Off topic but....you are insanely handsome.

[@CoasterMan13Official]

Sorry, I like my full-featured keyboard. Sorry Jesus.

[@j.d.4697]

Pffff mechanical keyboards, that's so 2017. Get with the future, it's all about optical and magnetic now!

[@groundhogx2941]

Optical is terrible…

[@mike_nba]

k3 is a low profile mechanical keyboard

[@couchtourist256]

Man, go ahead and get into the hobby of custom mechanical keyboards. Drain your wallet. I've built three so far. Why would I need three keyboards, you ask? Well... that I don't have an answer for

[@Anyfantis0]

GOD DAMN I LOVE YOU

[@kyzitemelos]

OMG 7 pounds who would ever want to lift such a thing?

[@nathanlentz]

Oh you sweet summer child

[@shaolinscrambler7997]

You are wrong! ZSA Moonlander is the best

[@glux1829]

This is amazing

[@KJ-on6eg]

please try building a custom one, The Key Co has a "University of Keyboards" which is essentially a guide on how to get into them

[@magellan124]

I thought this guy quit youtube

[@maurolimaok]

Nice video.

[@kamilbylica6920]

U look Like Mieszko lol :D

[@tims]

Eye-Q-Nix. 😃

[@standroads]

keychrone k6 owner ))

[@Jackofafewtrades]

1800 layout gang rise up...?

[@philipp594]

You need to up your keyboard budget ... 800-1000$ for a custom is a good start.

[@nott__aceu4857]

and i can't afford

[@Ou8y2k2]

All TKL boards. Get to skip a 22-minute vid. Yay!

[@stugeh]

These are 75% not tkl

[@donblack1571]

dude