i'm looking to get my first mechanical keyboard so this was really helpful. mostly for productivity, for mixed use on my work laptop (windows) and personal (mac), and for aesthetics that fit with my desk space (mostly white/silver furniture and hardware with LED & RGB accessories). while im not interested in hot swap-ability, it's kind of a turn off that there arent more size/key/color options for this considering the price, so i may go with the keyboard i'm currently leaning towards instead (RK Royal Kludge M75)
Oh nice! Royal Kludge is a good option for keyboard as well. They are affordable and definitely offer tons of options for designs and layouts. I've tried their RK100 for a 98% keyboard with a number pad and I was not disappointed.
Thank you! Mechanical keyboards are a different vibe even for simple typing so I definitely don't blame you. My MX Keys is still my favorite for productivity because of the height and how fast I can type on it
Great video, I’ve been waiting for a review on the Satechi keys! I own a NuPhy Air75v2 with translucent caps, which I love. I don’t necessarily need HSS, but the lack of customization or even just ordering a board with different switches is a good reason to pass. I love Satechi, but maybe a v2 of this keyboard will be better.
I wonder if you use the lazy style of lubing (take keycaps off and paint inside the switch) if that would get rid of some of the spring ping? I did that once and it helped with a Durgod Keyboard I had...
That definitely could help, especially if you know what you are doing. I still would recommend getting another one of the options since it's easier and ready to use out of the box
Oh, it looks just like Kartoman K1 I bought on aliexpress for $31. And I thought that they have copied the design, but it was already available in December.
Thanks! Yeah I just had to throw in the Work Louder keyboard since the design is something that is way different than these other brands. The rest of the keyboard on there though are well within the price range with some of Keychron's being at or lower than this Satechi one
@@nerdgrafx I have a K3 and I like it no volume knob though like some of the higher ends. I have decided to not buy this one as it's probably not even an upgrade and might not even feel as nice as my K3e3 browns...
@@minstrelca Yeah I would not upgrade from a K3. If you have a regular K3, you can always go for a K3 Pro to get VIA compatibility, but other than that, the typing and sound would be the same for the most part
I do. The Satechi doesn't even compete in this space. I use the Azio Cascade Slim 75. I plan to upgrade to the Lofree Flow when they release their V2. That Nuphy you have is pretty close to the best you can get.
@@jtd3421 Definitely agree that Satechi is not close to competing in this space right now. Definitely a disappointment for me. The Lofree Flow is a nice option as well, if I didn't have the Nuphy Air75, I would have gone for the Flow as my low profile mech keyboard
Thank you for this thorough review, and thank you for giving that typing test. Much appreciated!
Glad it was helpful!
Looks like a pretty little keyboard. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your support!
i'm looking to get my first mechanical keyboard so this was really helpful. mostly for productivity, for mixed use on my work laptop (windows) and personal (mac), and for aesthetics that fit with my desk space (mostly white/silver furniture and hardware with LED & RGB accessories). while im not interested in hot swap-ability, it's kind of a turn off that there arent more size/key/color options for this considering the price, so i may go with the keyboard i'm currently leaning towards instead (RK Royal Kludge M75)
Oh nice! Royal Kludge is a good option for keyboard as well. They are affordable and definitely offer tons of options for designs and layouts. I've tried their RK100 for a 98% keyboard with a number pad and I was not disappointed.
I have the Satechi X1 Slim and love it, not exactly sure if I'm going to move to the mechanical but enjoyed your review.
Thank you! Mechanical keyboards are a different vibe even for simple typing so I definitely don't blame you. My MX Keys is still my favorite for productivity because of the height and how fast I can type on it
Great video, I’ve been waiting for a review on the Satechi keys! I own a NuPhy Air75v2 with translucent caps, which I love. I don’t necessarily need HSS, but the lack of customization or even just ordering a board with different switches is a good reason to pass.
I love Satechi, but maybe a v2 of this keyboard will be better.
Yeah I think this was a miss for them, but it only gives them something to learn from and get better. Hopefully the next one is better!
I wonder if you use the lazy style of lubing (take keycaps off and paint inside the switch) if that would get rid of some of the spring ping? I did that once and it helped with a Durgod Keyboard I had...
That definitely could help, especially if you know what you are doing. I still would recommend getting another one of the options since it's easier and ready to use out of the box
Oh, it looks just like Kartoman K1 I bought on aliexpress for $31. And I thought that they have copied the design, but it was already available in December.
This keyboard definitely feels cheaper than most I have tried and I wouldn't doubt it's using some existing mold to complete the keyboard
I think this may be just the kind of keyboard I need.
Nice! It's definitely a great grab and go keyboard that will work well with your computer
Thanks
You are welcome!
Good video, though some of the comparisons are comparing SM1 at 99 to stuff almost 4 times the price.
Thanks! Yeah I just had to throw in the Work Louder keyboard since the design is something that is way different than these other brands. The rest of the keyboard on there though are well within the price range with some of Keychron's being at or lower than this Satechi one
@@nerdgrafx I have a K3 and I like it no volume knob though like some of the higher ends. I have decided to not buy this one as it's probably not even an upgrade and might not even feel as nice as my K3e3 browns...
@@minstrelca Yeah I would not upgrade from a K3. If you have a regular K3, you can always go for a K3 Pro to get VIA compatibility, but other than that, the typing and sound would be the same for the most part
is it compatible with via?
No, there is no VIA compatibility for this one
Who is using a low profile _mechanical_ keyboard for daily use on here?
I do. The Satechi doesn't even compete in this space. I use the Azio Cascade Slim 75. I plan to upgrade to the Lofree Flow when they release their V2. That Nuphy you have is pretty close to the best you can get.
@@jtd3421 Definitely agree that Satechi is not close to competing in this space right now. Definitely a disappointment for me. The Lofree Flow is a nice option as well, if I didn't have the Nuphy Air75, I would have gone for the Flow as my low profile mech keyboard
Looks nice but crap quality, get a Logitech MX keyboard with mac layout which is 20x better quality, longer battery life and built like a truck.
I definitely would recommend almost any other low profile over this one. It doesn't feel premium, just more on the plastic side