QwertyKeys
Celebrated as a top value proposition for 2025-2026, this barebones kit balances affordability with a premium custom experience. It features a timeless design, easy assembly, a gummy o-ring mounting s…
Keyboards · US
Custom Mechanical Keyboards
- These keyboards allow users to change switches without soldering, thanks to hot-swappable PCBs. - Users can personalize aesthetics with a wide variety of custom keycaps, available in materials like PBT and ABS. - The trend includes customizing the sound and feel, with many users lubing their own switches and adding foam to achieve a specific acoustic profile. - Advanced customization extends to programmable RGB lighting on a per-key basis.
Stage
growing
Trend score
65
Price range
USD 36.99–139.99
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Brands shaping this trend
NuPhy
A barebones kit designed for deep technical customization. While internal components like the PCB and sound-dampening materials are pre-installed, users must add their own switches and keycaps. Its ke…
KBDfans
A limited-edition keyboard celebrating the 2026 Lunar New Year, representing the height of thematic customization. Inspired by the Song Dynasty's "Flying Horse" motif, it features a Cinnabar Red and O…
Marketplace examples
shopee
AULA F75 Pro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard,75% Hot Swappable Custom Keyboard with Knob,RGB Backlit,Pre-lubed Reaper Switches,Side Printed PBT Keycaps,2.4GHz/USB-C/BT5.0 Mechanical Gaming Keyboards
USD 72.19
shopee
Wireless Mechanical Keyboard,Gasket Mounted with Creamy Sound,Bluetooth/2.4GHz/USB-C,Custom Hot Swappable,RGB Backlit,75% Compact Layout for Gaming/Typing/Win/Mac/PC (Retro Beige,Linear Switch)
USD 42.99
shopee
AULA F99 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard,Tri-Mode BT5.0/2.4GHz/USB-C Hot Swappable Custom Keyboard,Pre-lubed Linear Switches,RGB Backlit Computer Gaming Keyboards for PC/Tablet/PS/Xbox
USD 68.25