Expert’s Choice: 18 Tactile Switches in 2022

Zealio V2 switches come in 4 variants. They are rated at "bottom out" force, not actuation! Version 2 of our switches feature a bigger tactile bump when compared to our previous Zealios.

62g - Transparent, PCB Mount [Tactile, non-clicky]

65g - Transparent, PCB Mount [Tactile, non-clicky]

67g - Transparent, PCB Mount [Tactile, non-clicky]

78g - Transparent, PCB Mount [Tactile, non-clicky]

62g Zealio - Smooth, crisp and light, a bit heavier than MX Browns in weight, but offer a much smoother experience with a crisper and large tactile bump feedback when compared to Holy Pandas. Lightest variant Zealio.

65g Zealio - Smooth, long, drawn out tactile bump from the top. Nice cushion during bottom out.

67g Zealio - "Crisp & responsive" tactile bump feeling at the very top with more cushion during bottom out than 65g Zealio V2.

78g Zealio - For those that prefer a slightly lighter MX Clear, but want a bigger and smoother bump than MX Clears / Holy Pandas. Tactile bump is round and snappy at the very top. From beginning to end, the spring is heavier than all other Zealio variants.

Fastest Cherry MX Switches Model: Linear Switching with low spring resistence. Triggers directly.

Speed For Gamers: Fast and direct, it's great for gaming. It has very short pre travel: 1.2mm and has no click. When milliseconds decide whether you win or lose, the CHERRY MX Speed Silver is your guarantee for a successful gaming session.

Characteristics: 45 cN operating force.1.2 mm pre travel. 3.4 mm total travel. No click.

100% Originally made by Cherry in German. Distributed by Granvela. Repacked in small Package in China. PP box protecting.

Akko CS Switch Series - Akko Custom Series (CS) switches are 3-pin custom switches made for DIY enthusiasts to obtain satisfying typing feelings with more affordable options.

Ocean Blue 36gf Tactile Switch – Ocean blue is a tactile switch with a high tactile position. Users shall start to feel the tactile bump at 0.5mm with a continued feedback all the way down to 1.8mm. It is thus different from conventional brown/blue switches that have medium tactile position.

Built-in LED Slot – Akko CS switches are equipped with LED slot ready for LED Mod/Assembly. It is also compatible with SMD LED.

Durability - Approximate lifespan of 60 million times of keystrokes based on laboratory durability test.

Compatibility – Akko CS switches come with MX style structure so they would fit most keycap sets with (X) cross stem. Note: switch opener is not included.

SWITCH TYPE: Silent Mechanical Keyboard Switches - a quiet switch that delivers a solid experience.

AUTHENTICITY: Guaranteed authentic and sourced from the factory by SwitchCaptain and packaged in the United States.

TECHNICAL DETAILS AND SPECS: 3.6mm Push Travel / Linear (Pink) and Brown (Tactile) versions

LIFESPAN: High quality and long lasting, these switches are rated for 80,000,000 Cycles, ensuring you can enjoy typing on them for years to come.

MOUNTING: These 3 Pin, plate-mounted switches can be easily added into any mechanical hot-swap capable or custom built keyboard.

90Pcs is perfect for the GMMK Pro

Includes Switch Puller and Metal Tin

THE MOST TACTILE SWITCHES IN THE WORLD: With a name like Holy Panda, these switches had to be epic. Made with stems from Halo switches, housing found on Invyr Panda switches, Holy Panda switches combine the best of both worlds.

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: The result is a snappy, tactile switch that is satisfying to type on.

COMPATIBILITY: Holy Panda switches are compatible with plate-mounted Cherry-style PCB's and are perfect for hot-swap compatible barebones kits such as the Drop ALT, CTRL, SHIFT, ENTR, Carina, Planck, and Preonic.

SPECS: Halo Switch Stems, Polycarbonate top housing, Nylon bottom housing, 67g spring, Plate Mount, and MX-compatible.

STABLE – Kailh Box Switches are known for their high stability which make them wobble less than other switches. Additionally, the enhanced click sound of the clicky switches improves the tactile feel of keystrokes, making them especially satisfying to click. Available in 65 PCS and 90 PCS making them the ideal fit for 60% and TKL keyboards.

KAILH BOX BROWN – Tactile Switches have a small bump on each keystroke with a moderate noise level. The Brown Switches have 3.6mm of total travel, an actuation force of 45g and a bottom out of 55g. Retooled 1.30 mm stem version. The sound level and feeling make these an ideal switch in the office.

TRANSPARENT – The clear design is SMD compatible and lets light shine through the switch making them perfect for RGB LED keyboards.

DURABLE – Kailh Box Switches have a lifetime rating of 60 million keystrokes, making them extremely durable and reliable. They are IP 56 rated for spill and dust resistance.

COMPATABILITY – The plate-mounted mechanical switches are compatible witch Cherry-Style Hotswap Keyboards such as Cherry MX, Gateron and other mechanical Kailh Switches. The Kailh Switch is based on a 3 Pin PCB Design which is also compatible with 5 Pin PCB hotswappable Keyboards.

SMOOTH CONSISTENT & SUPER SATISFYING Give your keyboard a tactile yet ultra-smooth feel with the Drop Halo True Switch Pack (70 pcs)

MEDIUM TO HEAVY TACTILE SWITCHES As medium-to-heavy tactile switches have been a huge hit over the years the Halo Trues deliver a tactile feel with a lack of pre-load (tension at rest) and smooth press from start to finish

DEVELOPED BY JACOB ALEXANDER (HaaTa) These custom switches achieve minimal resistance while retaining a tactile feel resulting in near perfect consistency and smoothness with each keypress

PRE-LOADED These switches come with a feather-light preload to give a tactile feel without slowing down your typing

COMPATIBILITY: Halo switches are compatible with plate-mounted Cherry-style PCB's and are perfect for hot-swap compatible barebones kits such as the Drop ALT, CTRL, Carina, Tokyo60, SHIFT, Planck and Preonic. The 90-pack is tailor-made for the Drop ALT keyboard

Durock Silent T1 Switches are designed with Unique Patent Silent Stem, Removable Silicon Silent circle around the Stem.

Durock Silent Tactile Switch Shrimp is with Translucent Blue housing and Original White POM Stem.

Bottom out force 67g Gold Plated Spring weight and Linear Metal leaf, gold contacts.

PCB Mount Style - Linear | 3.8mm Travel | 2mm Operating | 67g Bottom Out | 5 Pins | 50 million operations.

Available LED styles - SMD and through-hole. 1pack=20pcs Silent T1 Switches

Tactile mechanical switch

POM stem, PBT upper and lower housing

Gold-plated stainless steel spring

Rated for over 50 million presses

50 g initial force

✅ TECSEE Purple Panda- Tactile | 2mm Pre-Travel | 3.0mm Total Travel | 55g Actuation | 67g Bottom Out | Long Stem

✅ TECSEE Carrot Switch- Linear | 2mm Pre-Travel | 3.5mm Total Travel | 55g Actuation | 67g Bottom Out | Long Stem.

✅ TECSEE new PME Raw material lubrication for your hot swappable mechanical gaming keyboards.

✅ Switches Packaging Included: Puller, O-ring and Two-stage gold spring.

✅ Plate mounted switches ( 5 pins).

✅ SMD & PCB LED Compatible.