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Pick a tier, choose your switches, then jump into the matching checkout. No mystery pulls. No filler switches.
CURRENT BUILD
Choose 5 more switches for your 5-switch pack.
We trimmed the catalog to the names enthusiasts actually recognize, so building a sampler feels credible instead of random.
CATALOG MIX
6 linears · 4 tactiles · 2 clickies
Gateron Oil King
Linear · 55g · Deep
SILKY AND WEIGHTY
Best for premium daily-driver linears.
TTC Gold Pink
Linear · 37g · Bright
FEATHERLIGHT AND FAST
Best for gaming and low-resistance typing.
Durock POM
Linear · 63.5g · Thocky
HEAVY AND DELIBERATE
Best for heavier springs and deeper sound.
Gazzew Boba U4T
Tactile · 62g · Thocky
BIG TACTILE BUMP
Best for strong tactility without click.
Gateron Baby Kangaroo
Tactile · 59g · Clacky
SHARP AND LIVELY
Best for modern tactiles with energy.
Drop Holy Panda X
Tactile · 60g · Rounded
CLASSIC TACTILE PUNCH
Best for trying the benchmark tactile archetype.
Cherry MX Brown
Tactile · 55g · Neutral
LIGHT BUMP
Best for baseline comparison against hype switches.
Cherry MX Blue
Clicky · 60g · Clicky
CLASSIC CLICK JACKET SNAP
Best for traditional office clicky feel.
Kailh BOX Jade
Clicky · 50g · Loud
CRISP AND EXPLOSIVE
Best for maximal click and tactile bite.
KNC Keys Cream Soda
Linear · 63.5g · Creamy
FULL AND POLISHED
Best for premium smoothness with fullness.
C3Equalz Tangerine
Linear · 67g · Clean
FIRM AND GLASSY
Best for fans of firmer premium linears.
Outemu Azure Dragon
Tactile · 63.5g · Pop
SNAPPY MEDIUM-HEAVY TACTILE
Best for budget tactile variety.
Competitors cluster around cheap single samples, configurable tester boards, or premium themed packs. The opportunity is a clean middle ground: enthusiast credibility plus simple choice.
PICK-YOUR-OWN SINGLES
$0.39+ per switch
UniKeys sells single samples individually, so custom 3/5/10 packs land around $1.17 / $1.95 / $3.90 before shipping.
CUSTOM TESTER BOARDS
$8.95 for 4
Thock King starts at $8.95 for a 4-switch configurable tester and scales up with larger boards.
CURATED SAMPLER PACKS
$17.99 for 9
Kinetic Labs positions themed 9-switch tester packs as a polished premium option.
THEMED ENTHUSIAST PACKS
$25 for pack
Mtn Kbd sells pre-built tester packs at a higher premium when curation and presentation are the focus.
WHY THIS PRICING WORKS
We moved from an unjustified $19.99 for three unknowns to a clearer ladder: $8.99 for 3, $12.99 for 5, and $19.99 for 10. That keeps the entry tier closer to configurable sample pricing while leaving the 10-switch pack as the premium “full tasting flight.”
You already have a board and want to try different feels before committing to a full set.
You know the names, watch the sound tests, and want real side-by-side experience in your own board.
You know switches matter, but you need a simpler starting point than buying 70 of everything.
Pick 3, 5, or 10 switches depending on how wide a comparison you want.
Build your pack from names like Gateron Oil King, Gazzew Boba U4T, and Drop Holy Panda X.
The checkout link matches the pack size you selected, so pricing stays consistent.
Install, type, game, compare, and then buy a full set with actual confidence.
You choose the exact switches. Build a 3-switch, 5-switch, or 10-switch pack from the live KeyCrate catalog, then checkout on the matching tier.
Because the strongest market signal was clear: keyboard buyers want choice, named switches, and pricing they can immediately justify. The new offer fixes all three.
We benchmarked single-switch sample sellers, configurable tester boards, and premium curated packs. The result is a clearer ladder: $8.99 for 3, $12.99 for 5, and $19.99 for 10.
No. You can mix linears, tactiles, and clickies however you want. Build a focused comparison or a broad tasting flight.
No. Every pack is a one-time purchase through Stripe. No recurring charges and no auto-renewal.
Worldwide. US orders ship within 5 business days. International delivery timing depends on destination.
Start with 5 if you want the best balance of price and comparison depth.
12 recognizable switches · 3 pack sizes · exact names shown upfront
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