The Key Dot Company x C3 Kiwi Tactile Switch Review: Smooth Tactile Goodness

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Checking out the TKC x C3 Kiwi Tactile switches. Spoiler alert - these things are smooth as butter with NO modding!
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[@badseedtech]

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[@nomsfud]

Lustre recommends Razer keyboards for $100 and Corsair keyboards for $160. I think they need to fix that

[@gaber9104]

@@nomsfud Hi there, thanks for your feedback! I'm from the QA team at Lustre, could you clarify what you mean, so we can improve our recs?

[@Sir_Corgerus]

Ngl this extension is interesting. Will come in handy while searching for things I may get in the future.

[@nomsfud]

@@gaber9104 While Corsair and Razer are popular the general consensus in the keyboard community is that they charge too much for what they are selling and the quality is low. The keycaps are very cheap plastic that wares with short use and their stabilizers on the bigger modifier keys are simply bad. They're dry, no lube, and they rattle terribly. I understand that these are pre-made boards, but in the $100 range you have keyboards like the Durgod Taurus, Hades, and Venus. In the $160 range you have things like the Ducky Shine 7. These are far better recommendations than anything made by Razer or Corsair

[@garette8672]

Gaber do you plan on adding support for Firefox?

[@Glarses]

I'll be coming over to yours for a switch fruit salad at this rate

[@genius8889]

@Glarses we also need some vegetable switches 🤣

[@olixyz1996]

@@genius8889 its vegetal where glarses comes from :D

[@OrganicBASSd]

I'm expecting some panda meat on my entree please.

[@krakenjm6877]

Genius nope, Taco switches soon™️

[@levico5692]

Glarses go upload more please

[@Alexander-tm5uv]

TKC X C3 KIWIS: 3:46 POLAR PANDAS: 4:21 NK_BLUEBERRIES: 4:54 0:28 LETS GO

[@Noooooooooooooooooooooo0]

thank you for that last one

[@jrreikleviandaya3045]

this needs to be in every video from brian

[@MrItachi114]

LETS GOO

[@SushiRicetm]

LETS GOOOOOO

[@Donbros]

Kiwis sounds like jwk switch :))) So - simply high pitched not in clacky way, but not plasticky (as in tealios) or scratchy/sandy (as in cherry mx) or sound/feeling wise laethery (creams/blueberry) or creamy (different anti-scratchy smooth feeling which I find it tealios). Polar panda is the tockiest and middlish smooth. And blueberry higher pitched in clacky way and a bit leathery

[@badseedtech]

Sorry for the few dropped frames. 🙏 Premier Pro is working my gd nerves fr

[@jerryhuang8678]

I was experiencing the same thing when exporting, just install the older version everything will be fine.

[@akivanatale5424]

You should also pin ur comment so its at the top! :)

[@ryanxu9983]

Oof

[@GenuineRage]

You could try transcoding to prores for your editing process if youre still editing on h.264

[@JAYZ999]

Ok first time I see a sponsor that actually seems worth checking out

[@gaber9104]

That's great to hear! Let us know if you have any suggestions on how to improve our product.

[@steelresilience]

@@gaber9104 I installed it too. SO glad.

[@gaber9104]

@@steelresilience Great! Hope you'll enjoy using it and find it helpful.

[@Lubuns]

Same

[@matthewmorrison7883]

Whoa ya it is GOOD

[@SushiRicetm]

I appreciate the kiwi wallpapers on the monitors lol Your effort didn’t go unnoticed

[@matthewwilder93]

Watching these reviews is like waking up to an awesome infomercial in the middle of the night. You always find something you never knew existed, but now you have to have it.

[@chicken4251]

3:50 I love the way he casually has 2 Glorious mice in the back

[@invikari]

gaming PC and streaming PC, it's normal to see that on a streamer's desk.

[@blindassassin111]

Appreciate the very kind comments on my switch opener design!

[@badseedtech]

Its very impressive. I own many and its the best by a mile.

[@noahenebtawi]

Every single time I look at him he reminds me of bandit elite from r6

[@Swifty_007]

he just needs to trim the beard

[@Chozo_Ghost]

"it's not like they're asking $12 a pack for these" Legit can't help but think that was a minor jab at ZealPC 😶

[@sandrovazquez4838]

Sometimes you gotta call a spade a spade.

[@numairsalmalin3552]

tbh the only zeal switches that are worth are Helios. tealios are smooth but have an ugly high pitch sound. and their tactiles are just awful to type on tbh. the bump has no flavor or identity at all. it's just BIG BUMP and then,,, nothing.

[@milesgaither534]

@@numairsalmalin3552 well roselios and sakurios are just recolored healios and much more available, so that is a plus

[@numairsalmalin3552]

@@milesgaither534 when saying Helios I was referring to deal dampened linears. that's why I lumped all the zeal tactiles together because I wasn't differentiating between the dampened and non dampened tactiles.

[@highaquatic3055]

mrED *sad healios noises*

[@Muddaka]

That shot with the kiwis on the lube station was beautiful. Awesome vid!

[@DapperDanLovesYou]

I say it nearly every video of yours I watch, but you are absolutely the best reviewer for tech right now. Personality with information and no fear of just saying what you think, which is what we want more than anything! Cheers sir!

[@incongruous4]

He's not a reviewer though he's a tech infuencer

[@DapperDanLovesYou]

@@incongruous4 I also stopped watching his channel, as the influencer aspects increased and the reviews decreased

[@novoxcage]

Dude I love this recent comeback with all the uploads since you moved. Great solid work!

[@reignfz]

your intro music ALWAYS HIT man. love em

[@tihroflan]

Man, that tune on the opening is dope!

[@5olano]

i really like your shots in your videos - its not easy to capture such products but you make it enjoyable and look easy as well! Love your videos - Stay safe

[@genius8889]

You got the cherry switches, blueberry switches, kiwi switches, tangerine switches, what fruit is next on the list? 🤣

[@benjaminc3911]

Cherry

[@mythicftw7902]

Genius we also have tangerines

[@genius8889]

MythicFTW let me add that 😅

[@midnight6517]

Are the switches edible 🤨?

[@Chozo_Ghost]

@TheTrooperk34 Either that or the Blackberry (clicky one). Not sure if they've said which one will come first yet though.

[@Attis.]

Terrific B-rolls! If it was a photo it will be my new wallpaper. Good job!

[@JHawk]

Oh yeah B Roll was crispy AF in this one. Great video man!

[@ScottTuscher]

You rock bro! Again, welcome to the Pacific Northwest! Keep up the good work. Great thorough and informative review as always.

[@badseedtech]

Thank you sir!

[@LegendsOfLiberation]

Loved the matching switch opener!

[@whoyacallinpinhead]

When I saw these it took me back to when I got my translucent green Nintendo 64 when I was 6. Because that’s what these look like. Good times.

[@0py6f]

Ive been waiting for this one! Thanks so much man.

[@geraldjacobs7824]

Tangerines are my fav switch. I'm v excited for these, if I can get them

[@phlooke]

Oooh weeee just got my tangies and the same green switch opener yesterday. Def a big W since I've been waiting for another decent opener after missing the KBDFANS prism. Great minds think alike 👌

[@capslock7135]

Absolutely solid review. Definitely picking these up.

[@DrkNinja_]

Look man I got my GK68KS and my Kailh Speed Bronze Clucky Tactile switches and I don't think I'll ever look at another switch the same... I love it. I just wish I could get my hand on the one keycap set I want and I'll be good. Don't get me wrong these look killer in that case but once you put keycaps on that doesn't matter. Another great video my man! Hope all is well with you!

[@carlosflup]

This is interesting. But.. Can´t wait for the glorious model D- (minus) review and how it stands vs the skoll mini.. I saw in this video you were using a model D, can´t tell if it´s the D or D-. Love your reviews. You and BT are so cool reviewers!

[@nw379]

“...considering how heavy handed I am with lube jobs” ~ BadSeedTech 2020

[@HoveKB]

I’m rocking blueberries in one of my boards. I love them. I’m definitely grabbing some Kiwis. I’ll save them for my endgame board.

[@SuperMobile66]

Love these. Hoping they do a color swap because that green does affect per key RGB :(

[@evilkamatis542]

I'm starting to think of getting any clear/transparent keycaps just to flex my switches with this newly released colorful switches. god damn! I never wanted any tactile but for this I will grab it anytime.

[@Ranakade]

Man those switches gave me a nostalgia trip to them OG Green Xbox Controllers.

[@Citizen_of_the_Verse]

Awsome video! The polars have me interested big time!! Time to tear down the Ole ctrl again... Brian, why you do me like that man??

[@ryanhtran]

Those B-roll shots are smoooooth

[@tejjaskaul5881]

The background song is amazing.

[@godzillaguy]

Excellent quality video and good review, thanks!

[@hater6862]

I have to say Kiwi’s are probably the coolest looking switch.

[@Sagi-chan]

You made me dived into the whole keyboard thing last year, now I'm in a GB for acrylic case, a batch of Gateron n1s and GMK redacted. oh btw why is my wallet empty? 🤔 I did consider kiwis but I really don't want to jump the gun on tactiles, was waiting for a review like yours. Great video as always, Thanks for the work!

[@orangejuice4701]

Love your vids i have to try thease thank you your always on top if things keep it up

[@senorgreen3819]

Great review man! So im really wanting build a keyboard but the my main concern is if all this switches and other bramds too need specific keycaps? Or are they all universal And any keycap set would probably work? I plan on getting keyboard kit already so ill just do hot swappable switches im not tryna souder anything lol

[@ClintBurkinshaw]

C'moooon Brian... You know we're dying for a comparison between these and your beloved Zealios v2s. Don't make us beg! 😂

[@eetu54]

HOW ARE YOU VERIFIED YOU LITERALLY HAVE 20 SUBSCRIBERS

[@eetu54]

KZbin STAFF?????

[@evilsmileyface]

tell me how you got verified magic man

[@thepoisonspy]

There are different guidelines for being verified

[@ClintBurkinshaw]

@@thepoisonspy correct 🙃

[@KypoWypo]

Been a while since I have been here this early, BIG HYPE!

[@MrLonely77]

Love the keyboard content, please keep it up!!!

[@Tehexpl0it]

Ordered a 120pack. Gonna see how I like em compared to yok mint holy pandas clear stems

[@halosxsjk]

Any chance you're going to review the novel keys silk and dry switches?

[@ethanoux10]

Do you have any ergo clears (mx clear/gray with lighter springs) to compare these to?

[@hhaste]

My dilemma is, if I already have 67g Zealios V2, would this be worth it? I don't think I could justify it. Especially if I just lube my current switches.

[@lewiswoods3602]

Been loving the vids mate

[@doughnutt4978]

If possible, can you get a review of dragonfruit switches? I don’t know how getting them in your possession works and I’m not trying to be impatient, I’m just really interested in them especially since I couldn’t get any tangerines when they came out

[@rometherevenant8749]

Holy snap those housings are gorgeous!

[@bluefaolan]

How do these compare to the 67g zealios switches? 68g, maybe? Can’t remember.

[@ryansidhu4242]

Are zilents still your favourite after checking out some more stuff?

[@steeki2518]

I love your "pose" at the begining, your like chillin, every other ytbers are like, i must stay straight Lol No hate to other ytbers

[@poyopoyo7264]

Hey I am so excited that your new video came out I am so board

[@ziza2005]

Is this compatible with Cherry MX mount? I was considering buying one of those to my Dygma Raise (Cherry MX Brown hot swap board) and I would like to ensure they will work properly. As said on the video, I wanted to have a nice board without the lubing and all of that burden and these look perfect. Thanks for the help.

[@IProFanniTy]

Please tell me where u got that switch opener!!! I’m in desperate need of something like that.

[@Cartoon91]

Love the custom keyboard/switch videos dude! Keep up the good work!

[@jameswatson4048]

WHAT IS THAT KEYCAP SET I NEED TO KNOW

[@rainnreviews2379]

That’s sounds like my type of switch

[@benbrown9305]

anyone notice the alternating model d's in the switch test closeup? wonder if one of those was the d minus...

[@lalshortshot2051]

Yo Brian can you please do a review on the cheap 60 percent keyboards on amazon

[@JacobTech-3567]

Great video! I really enjoyed it.

[@Cichlid_Visuals]

blueberries for sure arent for everybody but man i love em. you right they NEED lube tho, straight up crunchy stock.

[@gjl4101]

Great video man, but those film job on the polar pandas give me anxiety!!!

[@G3rain1]

I'd like to see how they compare to Zealios. They seem to have a lot of the same properties.

[@hypnoticlizard9693]

Kiwis are slightly less tactile than Zealios, also the housing is not as tight and has a little bit play in it, I couldnt really feel it while typing though. Also Zealios are more smooth stock while Kiwis feel a little scratchy stock. At the same price Zealios are way better, but after filming and lubing the Kiwis; Kiwis are a great switch.

[@chills1228]

Me big sad I ordered 70 blue Berrys and never got them and some key caps that I got for 120 from novle keys :,(

[@primary7208]

You should do a review on the zeal silent pink sakurios

[@thesyedmuhd]

I wasnt paying attention to anyth said in the intro cuz i was purely staring at his hand being up for the first time

[@steeki2518]

LUSTREs realy cool, i always have a challenge for finging things and i spend about 3 months founding whats best

[@hellix3um376]

I wanted to use lustre but they are no shops that work in asia with lustre for example shoppee

[@cinialvespow1054]

so happy you compared to yok holy pandas!

[@charblee]

Hey man, I've been subbed to you for a while. You've really helped me along my journey with mechanical keyboards lol. I would love to see a video review of Holy Pandas from you. Thanks for all the help and content. Bearded gang rise up!

[@ambi2028]

How do these compare to zealios v2?

[@naota3k]

8:24 bro those shots are insane. Render-like rofl.

[@freshtoast8489]

Just copped the kiwiz

[@o.oswift181]

Will that switch opener work for all gateron switches?

[@PeterGolfs]

good afternoon, nice vid and cool switches

[@loganwebb5449]

How’s the bump compared to a zealio?

[@evansmith5887]

What are the best silent tactile switches???

[@bushhawk5460]

I went camping at 3am for some Kiwis. I got them, but they were sold out within 5 minutes.

[@dasherduubs5270]

Does anyone know where I could get kailh box white switches? I tried getting them on Glorious but they sold out

[@badseedtech]

Novelkeys usually has them

[@bjpookidooki]

Can c3 kiwis be used for gaming?

[@KuroRyuu86]

Question. Zeal 67g or Kiwis?

[@14kalash]

Did Brian ever review the tangerine switches?

[@panagiotislozos6521]

Nice and long typing test section, good job.

[@jamessoth1479]

those keycaps are beautiful

[@peach7345]

will these fit on a logitech pro x keyboard? sorry noob here

[@assaultzz1074]

Bad seed tech big fan keep up the good vids

[@steeki2518]

0:52 kiwi theme going on right there

[@jon4thousand]

any update on that switch opener?i need it 🥴

[@grey.7828]

just bought some for my first build

[@khalidsamara9972]

What do you think of them? I'm thinking of not lubing them?

[@andrwc4995]

What is better Zealios v2 or c3 kiwi

[@millbean13]

Wait, you didn’t tell us who makes the switch opener? And when is it available?

[@badseedtech]

Updated in description. Its also TKC. $25 - out of stock and reordering

[@ubacow7109]

heavy handed w/ "Lube jobs" u say?

[@kudasaikeyboards.8579]

The music sold me

[@1cepack]

the day my holy pandas come in, this video drops :(

[@danielsandoval8345]

I know right! Mine came in on Monday, and, now, I have another excuse to get more keyboard switches

[@redstoxic9252]

Does anyone have a force graph for this switch?

[@Ginronmaster1994]

What i got out of this video is that i don't like how the NK_Entry sounds, anyone else feel the same or is it just me?