Are magnetic switches simply better? Or is it mostly for fps games while mechanical switches type/feel/sound better? I cant seem to find an answer.

Hey, good morning everyone, how's it going? As many know, the aliexpress tax will increase in April and I'm wanting to change my peripherals before that happens, but I have a question and wanted to ask before making any purchase, do you think the famous magnetic keyboard is that much better compared to the mechanical one? Considering someone who will use the keyboard for daily typing and games?

Hey everyone, I’m looking to upgrade my keyboard and I’m torn between getting a magnetic (Hall Effect) keyboard or sticking with a traditional mechanical one. I play video games fairly often, but I’m not super competitive or into esports-level precision. I’m mostly looking for comfort, a nice typing/gaming feel, and something that won’t tire my hands during long sessions.

I’ve heard that magnetic switches can offer adjustable actuation and smoother keystrokes, which sounds great, but I wonder if it’s overkill for someone who isn’t super sweaty about performance. On the other hand, I know mechanical keyboards are tried and true.

Has anyone made this switch or tried both? Is the magnetic option worth it if I prioritize comfort over ultra-competitive edge? Any specific models you’d recommend?

Thanks!

I know most pro's just use the equipment from their sponsors so that's an unreliable source for information.

That being said is there a tier list or even a list that some one has developed for competitive gamers? I don't mind the price, I just want to make sure I don't scam myself with a high cost low tier keyboard.

Thank you for the help in advanced!

Edit: I prefer full size over 60%

What do you think about magnetic keyboards?
The main question is, can magnetic keyboards have a place in our hobby?

Nowadays, they are being shouted about from all corners, what it is a great blessing.
Here my story. I got one. I played around with the actuation point setting for about a week. I don't know why and what it gave me. It's just the only new feature for me. And then I returned it to the standard 2.0 mm)
And the most annoying thing is that the keyboard sounds bad, even though it has 3 basic layers of noise insulation. I've heard all magnetic keyboards sound worse than mechanical ones. Is that true? And I can't make many modifications, lay some switch pads, or anything like that, because its affects the accuracy. Also looks like HE keyboards doesnt have gasket mount or flex cuts. I can't replace the switches here. Well, technically it supports hot swap and there are several different magnetic switches on the market and... they are all linear, it's clear why. They all have about the same actuation force. This is incomparable to the number and variety of switches for traditional mechanical keyboards. I even thought if the hot swap socket breaks it's easy to replace, and if the sensor breaks here? Is that all?

And I felt like I was locked up like in a prison with this keyboard. Damn it... I got some cool new silent tactile switches and my first thought was if I had another mechanical keyboard right now instead of this magnetic one I would install these switches there. What do I have now? I played around with adjusting the actuation point and that's all I can do with this keyboard.

So I got the impression that magnetic keyboards are completely unsuitable for our hobby. They are just one-way gaming tools, unlike traditional mechanical keyboards that have room for customization and flexibility.

Share your thoughts, maybe I have the wrong impression.

After going fairly deep down the rabbit hole, I’ve decided I definitely want the ability to adjust actuation points and use null binds or snappy tappy. I grew up on gaming laptops and have always used membrane keyboards out of familiarity. I gamed on my brothers mechanical keyboard and loved it, now I need my own.

From my research, it looks like magnetic and Hall effect is the same thing? Is this correct?

Are there any advantages or disadvantages for optical vs HE? Latency, battery life, polling frequency?

And last but not least, any recommendations on a Hall effect or optical keyboard outside of the usual huntsmans and wootings? If I can save money compared to these options that would be great, but I’m also willing to spend the money if it’s worth not going for a budget option.

Thanks in advance! I’m a noob looking to possibly go enthusiast in the future, I love hobbies that are intricate and this certainly seems like a hobby with a nice deep rabbit hole to go down especially once you get into group buy exclusive territory. For now I just want to get a good optical/HE keyboard, hot swappability would be great for future use but not necessary at the moment. Thank you!

Hey everyone! I’m planning to start selling keyboards soon and I’m trying to figure out what people actually prefer magnetic or mechanical keyboards

For those of you who use keyboards daily (whether for gaming, work, or general use): • Which type do you like more and why? • Would you be willing to pay extra for magnetic switches, or do you prefer the classic mechanical feel? • Any specific brands or features you always look for (like RGB, hot-swap, wireless, etc.)?

I’d really appreciate your input it’ll help me stock products that match what people actually want. Thanks! 🙏

When I was researching controllers for my PC I saw a lot of talk about using magnetic joysticks (hall effect) to avoid stick drift. How I'm starting to see magnetic switches for keyboards. Is there any extra benefit to them? I've had issues with past keyboards sticking (logitech), would these kinds of switches be future proofed against that for the same reason?

As a person that study, play single player and competitive games, will the magnetic switches make a much difference? If so, on what aspects?

https://www.monsgeek.com/product/fun60-pro-max/ I bought the model but I am confused about the model of Asus https://rog.asus.com/tr/keyboards/keyboards/aura-rgb/rog-strix-scope-ii-rx/ one is magnetic and the other is optical keyboard, which one do you think should be bought?

i’m looking for a new keyboard and hear magnetic/ analogue switch’s are better and just wanted to know any like sub £150 keyboards with magnetic switches

So, I want to get out of the membrane keyboard world and I want to know which one is worth it, magnetic or mechanical. I was looking at the Logitech G810 but it doesn't have the Ñ key, at least the ones I saw, and for magnetic ones I see mixed opinions from people who say they're useless and others who say they're the future of keyboards. Any recommended models you can throw my way?

Hi, I recently got myself a Wooting 60HE+. I did some modding (although I have to say it’s already great out of the box) and swapped the switches. My girlfriend really liked the sound of the Lekker60 switches, but she only has a regular mechanical keyboard. Will the Lekkers work in a standard mechanical keyboard (without the rapid trigger functionality, of course), or is switching them not an option?