Punkston TH61 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard,RGB Backlit Wired Ultra-Compact Mini Mechanical Keyboard Full Keys Programmable Black (Hot-Swappable Optical Yellow, Black)

Overall, this keyboard is a great little unit that delivers an excellent typing and gaming experience. For the price, it is very well constructed, has quite a lot of nice extra features, and even has its own software for messing with the RGB lighting. Things I liked: - Keycaps are textured! This feels amazing when typing, and although I cant say how long the texturing will last, in the week Ive had this keyboard, it has held up very well and doesnt show any signs of developing shine - Fairly intuitive RGB/Macro settings: despite lack of instructions, the RGB and accompanying software are easy to figure out and work well. On this note, the RGB is bright and vibrant, and the white backplate really helps the colors stand out. - Typing feel: the keyboard feels and sounds great to type on, with no flex at all, very nice stabilization (especially on the spacebar) with no rattle, and a nice deep thocky sound that good mechanical keyboards are known for. The stabs come lubed, and theres foam dampers between the plate and PCB, and between the PCB and the case. Very well constructed. - Hot-Swap switches! This is always a nice feature to have, and while the implementation here isnt perfect (more on this later) I really like that I can swap out my switches when I decide I want a different feel or sound. They even included a little switch tester with the 4 different kinds of switches (unbranded Gateron Opticals as far as I can tell). - Its heavy. Like, surprisingly heavy. It feels very solid, and definitely isnt going anywhere while you plonk away on it. I disassembled it to check if it was weighted, but as it turns out, its just built really solid. Things I didnt like: - Hot-swap switches are really hard to pull, included switch-pulling tool is garbage. I replaced my ESC switch with the Blue from the included tester pack, and getting the original switch out is really difficult due to the design of the switches. The included puller was really easy to bend, and deformed to the point of uselessness while pulling the switch. You will want to invest in your own if you plan on swapping a significant number of switches. - Software could use some more polish. Its awesome that there is software to begin with, but the overall features could be a bit more polished, and it would be nice to see more options for the RGB (for instance, layered effects). - Brown switches arent tactile. I bought the keyboard with the Brown switches, and these have no tactile bump at all. Maybe I just got a bum lot from the factory, but not a single key on my keyboard (or the one included tester) has a tactile feel. The Blue on the tester clicks just fine, but comparing all the switches, the Browns just feel like Blacks, maybe a bit lighter on the actuation, but definitely heavier than the Reds. Not a huge issue for me since I like linear switches too, but a bit of a let-down if you were expecting a tactile bump. Theyre still fine to type on and feel great, but theyre definitely linear. - No adjustable tilt. Not a huge issue since I leave my keebs at an angle anyway, but just be aware that this keeb has the tilt built into the case, its at a single fixed angle, about the same as the highest angle on other keebs. Overall Conclusion: This is at a price point where youre just starting to get into keyboards with lots of extra features and options. For what this keyboard offers, its certainly worth the price for the features and overall build quality. If you like what this keyboard offers compared to the competition, Id say its well worth picking one up, its a great introduction to the world of 60% keyboards and overall I really enjoyed the experience of using it. Its very minimal-looking on the desk, but lights up with brilliant RGB while in use, packing a good bit of punch for its size. Despite the downsides, I still think its worth 5 Stars and is certainly a solid choice of keyboard. (Note: Keychron K3 with Optical Browns used for testing and comparison, pictured next to the Punkston TH61 in photos for reference)

Quería un teclado mecánico con el que no tuviera que hacer mucha fuerza para presionar las teclas, y debo decir que el TH-61s cumplió totalmente mis espectativas. Las teclas amarillas son definitivamente la mejor opción, muy suaves al tacto (no totalmente silenciosas ni ruidosas) y fue bastante fácil acostumbrarme al teclado. Hay un par de pegas que le puedo dar. La primera tiene que ver más con el software: Opino que podría mejorarse bastante y simplificarse mucho más. Segundo, es que más de una vez me ha causado dolor en la muñeca izquierda, mantener una posicion recta frente al teclado; por lo general, tengo que alejar un poco más el teclado y doblar mi brazo a una posición en la que me pueda sentir más cómodo. Tercero, es la altura que tiene la barra espaciadora: Más de una vez, jugando, me encontrado conque le he dado, sin darme cuenta, a la barra, y eso muchas veces ha sido una molestia; También, escribiendo, a veces me ha pasado que he dejado la mano apoyada suavemente en el teclado, y esa poca fuerza ha sido suficiente para precionar alguna tecla, y cuando me volteo tengo ya escritas varias lineas con esa tecla (Bueno, suavidad era lo que buscaba, no me puedo quejar)

This keyboard took me by surprise. Packaging was quite simple, a black box with branding and inside, the keyboard in a plastic wrap and a compartment for the pullers. Of course, I plugged it in immediately. I was really happy to see that the LED’s are very bright, maybe too bright, I still haven’t looked into whether or not I can turn the brightness down. I chose the black switches for my keyboard because I wanted something a little quieter than my other keyboard’s blue switches. I am pleased with how they sound, and they’re really nice to keep quiet while the wife is asleep. Switch actuation is tactile and very responsive. It takes more pressure than the blue switches on my other board, something that I like. This keyboard is great for gaming as well as typing things up/working for a bit. Another point, if you have big hands, DO NOT FEAR, the spacing is the same as a regular sized keyboard— I feel this is a common misconception with these 60% boards. Overall, if you have 40 bucks lying around and want an extra keyboard or just want to experience a 60% board, don’t hesitate to get this one. I’m more than happy with my purchase and I was surprised by the quality.

If someone had bought this keyboard for me. I would never believe they paid so little for it. Ive had this keyboard for about a month and have used it heavily. For work, study, and fun. It hasnt let me down yet. I love that it is completely customizable from key caps to the switches. It is really sensitive in a good way. I needed a smaller keyboard for my small hands. Regular keyboards caused a lot of strain in my hands. I get no strain with this keyboard. I love that even though they are missing dedicated keys, they have created alternatives that work great. I do use the arrow keys a lot when Im working in spreadsheets. Even though you have to press a key to use the arrow keys, its very easy to get used to. I really couldnt be happier.

Just a yummy little board for $20 I got the hotswappable keyboard with yellow switches. It’s just so good, I’ve gotten keyboards that are triple the price and don’t feel this good. It’s solid, it makes nice noises when you type on it. 60% is small, but you’ll get used to it quick. It’s great that it’s hotswapable so you have room to grow if you want. But keep in mind that they are optical keys so your switch choices are limited. But the default yellows are SOOOOO good. Lighting options are fine. I’m not wanting in that department. The body of the board is rock solid. I’m hyped to eventually kit this out with new switches and key caps, but for now it’s perfect!

I bought this keyboard for my son to use while he’s doing programming classes on my computer. I’ve got one of those fancy split ergo mechanical keyboards with 4 layers and all the bells and whistles but my son doesn’t use it very often so I saw him struggling a little. This keyboard is much more like the ones he’s used to with our chrome books he normally uses. Great little keyboard. I find the keys are a little tightly packed together so bigger hands may struggle. But if you need a travel keyboard and you want something compact this might just be perfect for you.

Finally it arrive very good keyboard! For the price too

This is my second Punkston keyboard (first 60%) and I fully recommend this brand of keyboards. The switches feel great, just like Cherry MXs, and the build feels very sturdy despite being plastic. Lots of RGB styles that you can customize a bit. I got the black switches and they feel great for gaming and for typing. For the price its 10/10 would recommend

Was hesitant to buy but once i received the keyboard it blew me away it sounds so good for how cheap it is!

i paid 150 for my ducky keyboard and this one feels better wtf