WomierSK71 75% Gaming Keyboard, Aluminum Alloy Shell Wireless Mechanical Creamy Keyboard Bluetooth/2.4G/Wired Hot Swappable Key Board Pre-lubed Switches, Gasket Mounted RGB for Mac/Win (Blue)

The Womier S-K71 is such a wonderful keyboard. Out of the box, this thing is really nice to type on. One of the rare times where I actually left it unmodded for the first week of owning it and used it for what it is. This is probably my tenth different keyboard in the last year or so. Those previous ones include various keyboards from Keychron, Epomaker, Skyloong, Akko, and DROP. All of which I ended up modding anyway to make them sound better and swapped out switches and keycaps to my preference. The S-K71 hits all those wants just right. It sounds good, feels great due to the gasket mount. Does not feel fatiguing to type on like I have with the Keychron Q1. For the price, $90 when I bought it, this is probably the best value keyboard right now. The weight of the aluminum makes this feel rock solid. The keycaps are actually very nice, clean and clear to read, and I think these are cherry profile keycaps which I now prefer thanks to this board. All in all, I would buy this again. I’m actually content with this to the point where I'll probably sell my other boards now as a result.I only have a few knocks against this board and its pretty minor things. First is the finish of the case, it almost feels like 2000 (two-thousand) grit sound paper. Not a big deal but when your rub your fingers along the side it's a strange sensation to feel. Second is the space bar, it's a little loud like metal clanging relative to the rest of the key caps. One change I did to address this was put small pieces of dynamat inside the space bar to dampen the noise, problem solved. And last, super minor thing, I couldn't for the life of me figure out how to turn off the leds on the board. I didn't see any directions for it in the manual or quick-start guide. Turns out it's the function + down arrow to decrease the brightness into off.

The media could not be loaded. Background About Me (You can skip this part if you're just here for the review):- I've only owned this keyboard two days.- The Womier SK71 is my first venture outside mainstream mechanical keyboards (brands like Razer, HyperX, KeyChron, Logitech, etc.)- I wouldn't classify myself as a keyboard expert or enthusiast.- As a programmer, my keyboard choice is crucial for my day-to-day work efficiency.How I ended up at the Womier SK71:After growing tired of relying solely on my MacBook for work, I decided to enhance my desk setup. My first choice was a Keychron K8, mainly because of a sale. However, after a few weeks, I realized that its clicky switches, while initially appealing, eventually became a source of annoyance. The overall experience led me to reconsider my choice. After delving into YouTube reviews (most of which were sponsored by, admittedly), I stumbled upon the Womier SK71. Despite its lower price compared to the K8 (when not on sale), it received overwhelmingly positive feedback, prompting me to give it a try.Actual Review of the Womier SK71:Packaging and Initial Impressions:- The keyboard arrived in an appealing package, but there was an odd, strong smell upon unboxing that was quite off-putting, causing a headache that lasted the entire day. It seemed to emanate from a mysterious white square wrapped in plastic.- The construction of the board is entirely aluminum, which gives it a satisfying heft and durability.Design and Customization:- The Womier SK71 includes a variety of extra keycaps, which is great for customization and "good enough" quality. I appreciated being able to swap out the baby blue keycaps for something more to my taste.- A potential downside for fellow programmers: the lack of a dedicated function row and a missing `/~ key, which I frequently use. While there are workaround commands available, it's something to keep in mind if these are crucial for your workflow.- The RGB lighting is impressively vibrant, with a unique side-lighting effect, though the non-backlit keycaps do limit the light transmission. The multiple lighting options add a nice touch.- I haven't yet experimented with the software, and I've come across some less-than-favorable reviews about it.Sound and Typing Experience:- The sound quality of this keyboard is exceptional – the best I've encountered personally. It delivers a buttery smooth auditory experience.- However, the linear switches, despite their pleasant sound, haven't won me over. As someone who has grown accustomed to tactile feedback, I find myself missing that aspect and am considering a switch swap.- When used for gaming, the keyboard performed flawlessly. It was highly responsive and seamlessly switched between my MacBook and PC.Final Thoughts:The Womier SK71 is a solid choice for those venturing outside the realm of mainstream mechanical keyboards. It offers a premium feel, commendable customization options, amazing value, and an auditory experience that's hard to beat. However, its appeal might vary for users like programmers who rely heavily on certain keys and feedback types. Despite its minor drawbacks, it stands out as a strong contender in its price range and is worth considering for both keyboard novices and enthusiasts looking for a different experience.

I bought a Keychron Q1 Pro and I thought it sounded good but the board is more bouncy and I kinda hated the stock keycaps. That's a $200+ dollar keyboard and honestly it's fine.This Womier SK 71 is an insane value by comparison. I got a blue model and let's be honest these are basically GMK Shoko clone keycaps, they look well made and you get all the extra keycaps that aren't on the board. I used the extra caps to change the caps on the right side of the board to media keys and other keys that I need easy access to. The sound of this keyboard is an amazing creamy and poppy sound but I'd say pretty stiff, I'm not disappointed though the keyboard is great and well worth the money. the quality of the key caps alone are probably worth half the board and the real version has sold for more then the cost of this board complete.If you're looking for an extra keyboard like I was this won't disappoint and if you want it as a primary keyboard it's great like that as well.the software for the keyboard which you can get from the XVX website is kinda ugly and I wish it updated the legends on the software side but it's fairly full featured and you can even set macros if you know how/want to do that.I paid $89 for this keyboard and no regrets.Keep an eye out for the silver version that one has a nice set of keycaps as well and if it's sounds the same it will be another option worth considering, the black one is not my cup of tea as I don't like that south facing legend or using RGB on my keyboards anymore, but personal preference after all.If you're looking for a keyboard in the 65% profile, this is close and honestly has a nice build.The bottom of my aluminum case was a little scuffed but it wasn't anything crazy.