As a 40% user, I found 60% has too many keys. With programmable keyboards and layers, the "missing" keys are irrelevant. Answer from BAonReddit on reddit.com
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reddit.com › r/mechanicalkeyboards › what's your thoughts on 60% keyboards?
r/MechanicalKeyboards on Reddit: What's your thoughts on 60% keyboards?
December 18, 2021 -

Is there something you're missing from time to time? Like arrow keys? Or dedicated delete key? F row? If so, in what situations? Or is everything golden?

I'm looking for a keyboard more compact than my current TKL, and a 65% layout looks best to me, but there are simply so many more 60% keyboards available so I'm starting to consider one, but I'm not yet convinced...

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › why are 60% keyboards so popular?
r/keyboards on Reddit: Why are 60% Keyboards so popular?
March 21, 2024 -

When I first got a pc (A couple of years ago) it came with a 60% keyboard because the pc was prebuilt. I used it for a little bit, but quickly switched to a 65%, and then later a 70%. The size difference between a 60% and a 65/70% isn’t that much of a difference and I would much rather sacrifice a little bit of space for the f keys and extra features like a volume dial or something. I would love any input to the benefits of a 60%.

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › how does people use a 60% keyboard
r/keyboards on Reddit: How does people use a 60% keyboard
November 29, 2023 -

I have just ordered a mechanical 60% keyboard.

Waiting it to be shipped, I was curious to see typical usage experience, so I looked for some videos on youtube. But I did not fine anything! A lot of reviews, where they press only few keys, just to hear the sound. Anyone know about a video with "real life typing" on a 60% keyboard?

That's the one I bought.

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › 60% keyboard recommendations.
r/keyboards on Reddit: 60% Keyboard recommendations.
October 27, 2024 -

Hello All,

Am about to jump down the rabbit hole :)

Looking for a 60% Keyboard to start (Second hand, or new).

Ideally a board that is the most 'universal' custom wise, so that I can play with switches, layouts, keys, etc... until I find my favourite feel, and eventually move on to another board.

Use: Mainly Typing and writing, no gaming mostly.

Must have:

Mac Os Compatible

Good Quality and trusted brand (Respected by the community, good support or doc available)

2.4ghz and wired. Good Solid Minimal Body (Clean Look, wired/wireless switch outside the body?)

Compatible with Via (This seems the way to go?)

Switches - Comfortable (not too much pressure), smooth?

Sound Profile - Rain sounds good indeed, but comfort prevails.

Keycaps?, is Cherry the way? (I guess this relates to board profile, etc)

Am thinking of starting on the lower profile side for comfort? Are round edges more important for the case?
your recommendations are welcome.

Been using apple keyboards for the last 20 years ;)

Many thanks!

Y.

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Well you won’t be able to try layout with a single board. Those change with each keyboard. With a hotswap option (this is a pcb option) you can easily change switches to find what you like the sound and feel of. Same with keycaps, easily swappable. The only thing that is within each keyboard is material sound (plastic vs metal vs wood, etc.). You can experiment with foam and other dampening materials for sound within the case. You’ll just have to figure out size/layout. 60%-100%, up to you. Just start within your budget and get hotswap. Keychron, Monsgeek, Qwertykeys or NuPhy are a few decent budget brands. There are others depending on what you consider quality.
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CIDOO QK61 with replacement switches and keycaps of your choice. It's really a lovely board. And the tap-and-hold mod from this file because it makes the arrow keys so natural and easy to use. I stole the idea from the new GK61 QMK/VIA with some mods. For the QK61 I left layer 1 alone because I didn't want to screw around figuring out all their CSTM codes and overwrote the Mac layer with my preferred Fn layer. You will probably want to do things differently. If you do copy the tap-and-hold mod, once you're happy with the layout could I have a copy of your layout.json file for my collection? Or submit it as a pull request to https://github.com/argentStonecutter/keyboards ... Mine! I went with Womier BoW MOA caps and Silent Lemon v3. I use a Mac but prefer the generic Windows/PC layout for the modifiers so you probably do not want to blindly copy my layout.
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reddit.com › r/keyboard › is a 60% keyboard worth it?
r/Keyboard on Reddit: Is a 60% keyboard worth it?
October 8, 2022 -

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Oh god hell no. I've made that mistake and 1 month later I wished i had a full keyboard even a 10$ one would have made me happier than this 60% expensive piece of cr*p. You definitely need F buttons without pressing FN, you're also gonna miss "~" button. Ctrl + alt + delete is a pain in the ass with 60% keyboard. You won't remember which games actually need F1-12 buttons till you need to press them and you'll remember that you don't have them. Last thing i played was overwatch 2, where you need to hold F1 to see the description of the character while you're in the match. I also wanted to press "~" button in a lot of games but guess what, it's not under ESC button. Just make yourself a favor and buy a full sized keyboard.
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reddit.com › r/keyboards › are 60% keyboards no longer popular?
r/keyboards on Reddit: Are 60% keyboards no longer popular?
May 1, 2024 -

Recently I’ve been hearing people say that they hate 60% keyboards for some reason and I’ve been looking around on the internet recently from posts and YouTube videos I’ve not seen any post using them. Personally I like the fact that it’s very small and has all the keys that I use. Do people no longer like 60% keyboards?

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › recommendation for 60% keyboard
r/keyboards on Reddit: Recommendation for 60% keyboard
January 20, 2025 -

Hey everyone, I just recently got an Aula F75 with the graywood v3 switches from amazon. Absolutely love the keyboard, and especially love the way it sounds and feels. Only thing is, I really like the 60% form factor and was hoping you guys could guide me in the right direction. I'm basically looking for a 60% equivalent to the Aula F75 in terms of sound/feel. I know they have the Aula F65 but I'd still prefer a true 60%. Appreciate any help in advance!

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › my first 60 percent mechanical keyboard
r/keyboards on Reddit: My first 60 percent mechanical keyboard
October 31, 2021 -

I want to get a 60 percent keyboard for Christmas and i was wondering what good keyboard a suggestion i got from my friend was the wormier k61 and the gamakay k61 i wanted to know what you think about these ones and any suggestions you guys have for a keyboard i should get

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › 60% keyboards
r/keyboards on Reddit: 60% keyboards
October 21, 2024 -

So I recently got super into laptop gaming, I had the nitro and recently upgraded my whole setup. I ended up buying a 2024 m16 r2 Alienware.

Anyways I wanted a 60% keyboard. So without doing any research I went and bought the Logitech pro x 60… and it’s not a bad keyboard…it honestly feels cheaply made and there’s no customization. Plus for the price… after using it for awhile and watching lots of YouTube videos on different brands. I was super unhappy with it. Idk if Wooting, ducky, keychron, Corsair are what I should be looking at but I definitely wanna get into an actual pro gaming 60% keyboard.

Now that being said I’m willing to spend around 200$-300$ and I want customization. Volume knobs/dials, Metal cases, custom switches and key caps. I just don’t know where to start 🤷‍♂️

Bluetooth or wireless dongle isn’t super important but i figure most keyboards nowadays that’s kinda standard.

This is my first Reddit post so hopefully I explain everything right!! Thanks for the help!!

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reddit.com › r/keyboards › which 60% keyboard should i pick?
r/keyboards on Reddit: Which 60% Keyboard should I pick?
March 5, 2025 -

I am buying a new keyboard and im stuck between 2 main options. I have a <100$ budget My 2 main options are the Aula F75 or the Razer Huntsmen mini(getting it for $80)

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reddit.com › r/pcmasterrace › should i get a 60% or 100% keyboard for gaming?
r/pcmasterrace on Reddit: Should I get a 60% or 100% keyboard for gaming?
March 19, 2022 - With that said, i would never buy anything less than a full keyboard. Its just too useful to live without in my opinion. ... 60 or 75 percent i would recommend more . Numpad keys are unnecessary nowadays.
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reddit.com › r/mechanicalkeyboards › are 60% keyboards suitable for coding?
r/MechanicalKeyboards on Reddit: Are 60% keyboards suitable for coding?
April 12, 2022 - Please check out the wiki for general information about mechanical keyboards and consider posting questions in the daily sticky post at the top of the subreddit for any smaller questions. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. ... Yes, but if you don't use an english layout you may have to remap a couple keys. For example, the more less key in spanish qwerty. ... Im using a 60% for c#. Works but its a bit annoying without the arrow keys, it works but would suggest getting a tkl
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reddit.com › r/askconsumeradvice › what's the best 60% keyboard i can buy?
r/AskConsumerAdvice on Reddit: What's the Best 60% Keyboard I Can Buy?
July 30, 2023 -

Hey r/AskConsumerAdvice, keyboard newb here needing some guidance from the experts! I've been researching smaller form mechanical keyboards and really like the streamlined look of the 60% size.

However, there are SO many different brands and models of 60% keyboards out there. I'm feeling kinda lost trying to determine which one has the best quality and features for the price.

What would you all recommend as the best 60% mechanical keyboard to buy for under $150? RGB lighting would be nice but not 100% necessary. I'd mostly use it for typing and occasional gaming.

I see names like Royal Kludge, Ducky, and Anne Pro 2 thrown around a lot but not sure how they compare or which is best for a first-timer. Any advice would be hugely appreciated! Thank you!