06-22-2026, 08:44 AM
Had a few people ask about switches so I'll add some more detail:
Switch guide for 2026:
Linears (smooth, no bump):
Tactiles (bump feedback, no click):
Clicky (audible click):
Lubing switches: do it once, and it transforms the typing feel. Krytox 205g0 for linears, Tribosys 3203 for tactiles (don't lube the tactile legs or you lose the bump). Takes 3-4 hours for a full board but worth it.
Switch guide for 2026:
Linears (smooth, no bump):
- Gateron Yellow - best budget linear, very smooth stock
- Gateron Oil King - premium, comes pre-lubed from factory, excellent
- Boba U4T - tactile not linear but worth mentioning; very popular crossover
Tactiles (bump feedback, no click):
- Holy Pandas - still the gold standard tactile if you can find them
- Boba U4 (silent) - if you work in a shared space, these are excellent
- Akko CS Lavender Purple - budget tactile that punches above its weight
Clicky (audible click):
- Gateron Blue / Green - Blue for lighter click, Green for heavier
- Novelkeys Cream Clickies - smoother click than standard Blues
Lubing switches: do it once, and it transforms the typing feel. Krytox 205g0 for linears, Tribosys 3203 for tactiles (don't lube the tactile legs or you lose the bump). Takes 3-4 hours for a full board but worth it.