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My Favorite Mechanical Keyboard Switches (Cherry MX Compatible)

15 items

Nicholas Mullins

Mechanical keyboard switches can completely change the way a board feels, from buttery-smooth linears to crisp tactiles and satisfying clickies. This list highlights my favorite Cherry MX–compatible switches across all three categories, chosen from y...

Sections

Linear (Smooth & Quiet-ish)

Tactile Switches (The Bump Enjoyers)

Clicky Switches (Tasteful Clicks Only, No Junk)

A Cherry brand Switch

Must Have Accessory

Linear (Smooth & Quiet-ish)

Linear switches offer a smooth keystroke from top to bottom with no tactile bump or click. They’re perfect for people who want a clean, consistent feel and a deeper, quieter sound profile. Whether you're coding for hours, gaming, or just prefer a fri...

Extremely smooth, deep-sounding linear switches that feel premium right out of the box. One of the best modern linears available.

Gateron Oil King Linear Switches

Smooth, affordable, and great-sounding. Easily the best value linear switch in the hobby.

GATERON Milky Yellow Pro V2 Pre-lubed

Starts a little scratchy, breaks in beautifully. Unique sound and feel that many enthusiasts swear by.

NovelKeys Cream Series

A quiet, soft linear with an insanely smooth glide. Great for offices and late-night sessions.

Gazzew's Bobagum Silent Linear Switches

Fast, clean, and affordable. A great entry-level linear that still competes with premium switches.

Akko CS Silver Switch

Tactile Switches (The Bump Enjoyers)

Tactile switches give you a noticeable bump partway through the keypress, offering physical feedback without the loud click. They’re great for typing accuracy and a satisfying “feel” without disturbing everyone around you. These modern tactiles deliv...

Deep, rounded tactile bump with a satisfying sound profile. A top pick for tactile lovers

Durock T1

A huge tactile bump paired with a rich ‘thock’. One of the best-sounding tactile switches ever made.

Boba U4T Tactile Switches

Silent tactile switches done right with no mush, no wobble, just clean feedback.

Gazzew's Boba U4

A budget tactile with a surprisingly crisp bump. Great choice for affordable tactile builds.

Akko CS Lavender Purple Switch

A massive tactile bump and a fan-favorite feel. Bold, unique, and definitely not subtle.

NovelKeys Blueberry

Clicky Switches (Tasteful Clicks Only, No Junk)

Clicky switches combine a tactile bump with an audible click, but not the harsh, rattly kind that gave clickies a bad reputation. These are refined, crisp, precise clicky switches that feel intentional and sound clean. If you love auditory feedback a...

Crisp, clean click with fantastic consistency. One of the only clicky switches worth using today.

Kailh BOX White

Loud and sharp in the best way. If you want a clicky switch with authority, this is the one.

Kailh Box Jade Switch

A lighter, more refined click with great acoustics. Underrated gem.

Kailh BOX Pink

A Cherry brand Switch

Cherry was the standard for years, but modern switch makers have surpassed most of their lineup… except the MX Clear. MX Clears deliver a heavier tactile bump with a firm, satisfying feel that still competes today. If you want to experience the “best...

Heavier tactile feel with real presence Still the only Cherry switch that feels competitive in 2025.

Cherry MX Clear

Must Have Accessory

A switch tester is the easiest way to sample a variety of MX-compatible switches before buying a full set. It’s perfect for dialing in your exact preferences for sound, smoothness, weight, and tactility. A small investment up front saves you time, mo...

The easiest way to compare switches before buying a full set. Saves money and helps you dial in exactly what you like.

Cherry Mx Switch Tester