As we dive into 2024, I’ve tested a variety of clicky switches, and I’m excited to share my top three favorites! Each switch offers unique specifications and characteristics, making them stand out in the mechanical keyboard world. Here’s a detailed look at these exceptional switches.
1. Hide Mountain Clicky Switches
- Manufacturer: KAILH
- Type: Clicky Switch
- Actuation Force: 50 ± 10 GF
- Tactile Force: 55 ± 10 GF
- Pre-Travel: 1.2 ± 0.3 mm
- Total Travel: 2.8 ± 0.25 mm
- Mechanical Life: 50 million keystrokes
- Top Housing: POM
- Bottom Housing: POM
- Stem: POM
- Spring Length: 15.2mm
Totally stunning switches! I was blown away by the addictive clicky experience...
The mix of sharp clicks with the deeper POM sound on the Flow gasket board is really interesting.
I love the sound & feel; tactility is subtle but present. The clacky-thocky feedback of the stem is fantastic
I never thought I would love a low-profile clicky switch this much—amazing!
2. Crackle Ice Switches
- Manufacturer: KAILH
- Type: Clicky Switch
- Actuation Force: 50 ± 15 GF
- Tactile Force: 60 ± 10 GF
- Pre-Travel: 1.8 ± 0.40 mm
- Total Travel: 3.6 +0.3/-0.1 mm
- Mechanical Life: 50 million keystrokes
- Top Housing: POM
- Bottom Housing: POM
- Stem: POM
These are claimed to be the first full POM clicky switches. I can't verify that, but if true, that's cool!
Really smooth and fun clicky switches! The click is very audible without the clacky bottom-out.
Tactility is present but subtle. This is not a highly tactile switch, but it's very pleasant.
Really interesting! I love the sound that the full POM material, combined with the sharp click, makes!
3. Gateron Melodic
- Manufacturer: Gateron
- Type: Clicky Switch
- Operating Force: 60 ± 12 GF
- Pre-Travel: 2.0 ± 0.6 mm
- Total Travel: 4 mm max
- Stem: POM, Light Pink
- Top Housing: PC
- Bottom Housing: Nylon, Light Blue
- LED Support: SMD
- Pre-lubed: Yes
- Pins: 5-Pin
I am very excited about any innovations in clicky switches; they are indeed very interesting!
The tactile feedback and click noise originate from the tiny Click Leaf inside the switch.
These are sharp & tactile without being overly tactile, unlike the Zeal Clickies. I also love the sound.
These clicky switches truly stand out from regular clicky switches & are better & cheaper than Clickiez, IMO.
Here’s My 2024 Personal Top 3 Best Clicky Switches Sound Test Compilation!
Reminder
As always, keep in mind that preferences are subjective! Your favorite switches might differ based on your typing style and personal taste. I tested all switches using Cherry, MT3, and SA profile keycaps on the same keyboard—except for one switch!
I’d love to hear about your favorite clicky switch! Share your thoughts in the comments below!
