Pete McPherson
Kailh Box switches are popular right now, and for good reason! They are quality switches that sound & feel great, and they’re affordable. But what is the best Kailh Box switch? This depends on the type of switch you’re looking for (linear vs tactile vs clicky). Here are my recommended Kailh Box Switches: Type Recommended … Read more
Are you a mechanical keyboard nerd looking to update some switches–and wondering if you should go with the “tried and true” Cherry MX brand… …or perhaps a “Cherry clone” switch? (like Kailh box switches?) Here’s a breakdown of Kailh Box vs Cherry: As a keyboard nerd who has DOZENS of different Cherry MX and Kailh … Read more
If you’re in the market for some Cherry MX “clones” for your mechanical keyboard, Gateron is easily one of the most widely-known brands! Gateron switches are affordable and well-made–but there are also a TON of different variations. 🤷‍♂️ Here’s the mechanical switch breakdown: Gateron vs Gateron Pro vs Gateron Cap: “Normal” Gateron Switches(KS-8 or KS-9) … Read more
Looking for a great tactile switch that doesn’t break the bank? Let’s dive in and compare the Gateron Brown vs Kailh Speed Copper mechanical switches: Both Gateron and Kailh switches are budget-friendly MX-style switches (called “Cherry MX clones”) Both switches are tactile (meaning there is a small tactile “bump” during actuation that helps your fingers … Read more
If you’re on this page, you’ve probably already seen a bunch of different Kailh switches… They look different (and have different price tags), but does it matter? Here’s a breakdown of the switch differences: Kailh Box vs Regular: I’m a huge fan of both styles of switches, so let’s dive deeper into the advantages and … Read more
If there’s one GIANT company in the keyboard industry, it’s probably Logitech. But do Logitech keyboards work with Mac computers? Yes, all Logitech keyboards are fully compatible with Mac, and some models (labeled “for Mac”) will work with macOS right out of the box. For Windows models, however, you will need to make 1-2 minor … Read more
Das Keyboard makes some of the sturdiest & fun mechanical keyboards out there! They’re respected by gamers & enthusiasts alike… But do Das Mechanical keyboards work with Mac computers? Yes, all Das Keyboard mechanical keyboards are fully compatible with Mac, and some models come with Mac-specific keycaps out of the box. However, you will likely … Read more
The mechanical keyboard market has exploded over the past several years, and that naturally leads to questions about these huge gaming companies. Corsair vs Logitech vs Razer vs way more. Today we’re diving deep: are Corsair keyboards good quality? Are they built to last and fun to type/game on? Yes. Corsair is an established brand … Read more
Corsair is a multi-billion dollar public company in the gaming space. So what company owns Corsair? Since Corsair is a publicly-traded company, its stock is owned by shareholders. As of 12/31/2021, approximately 57.3% of Corsair’s stock is owned by EagleTree Capital, which initially invested in Corsair in 2017. Therefore, EagleTree controls Corsair and even has … Read more
Corsair has been a huge name in the gaming industry for decades at this point. They are a global brand with TONS of different products–from mechanical keyboards to pre-built gaming systems. But where does Corsair manufacture its products? Corsair does not disclose the exact locations or names of their 3rd party manufacturing partners! Corsair’s main … Read more