Kailh Switch Tester
Best tool for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts finding their perfect switch feel.
Discover your perfect typing feel with the Lemokey Kailh Switch Tester. This essential tool for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts allows you to sample 35 distinct Kailh switches, including Linear, Tactile, and Clicky types. It comes with a dedicated holder and supports custom keycaps for a realistic testing experience. Easily compare switch characteristics like pre-travel, operation force, and travel distance to find the ideal match for your keyboard setup. It's the most efficient way to explore the diverse Kailh switch ecosystem and make an informed decision.
$11.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
547
/ 1064
#547 in Input Device Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
/ Cherry MX Style
Who it's for
- Modders practicing lubrication and assembly techniques safely
- Keyboard enthusiasts avoiding costly mistakes on full builds
- Typists exploring diverse tactile and linear switch profiles
Who should skip it
- Collectors wanting to compare across multiple switch manufacturers
- Purists seeking authentic acoustic feedback from a complete board
- Budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing funds for actual keyboard components
Performance breakdown
Switch Variety
Comprehensive selection covers the full spectrum of Kailh typing profiles.
Build Quality
Sturdy holder provides a stable platform for repeated testing sessions.
Testing Versatility
Supports custom keycaps for an authentic, real-world typing simulation.
Compatibility
Cherry MX style support ensures broad utility for keyboard enthusiasts.
Ease of Use
Simple design makes comparing actuation forces and travel distances intuitive.
Educational Value
The most efficient way to master complex switch characteristics before buying.
Key Specs
Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Switch Count
35 switches included
Pin Type Variety
Includes 3-Pin and 5-Pin switches
Factory Pre-Lubed
Some switches are factory pre-lubed
Switch Types
Linear, Tactile, and Clicky
Example Operation Force
Ranges from 37 gf to 75 gf
Example Pre-Travel
Ranges from 1.1 mm to 2.0 mm
Example Travel Distance
Ranges from 3.5 mm to 4.0 mm
Features
- Test 35 unique Kailh switches
- Includes dedicated testing holder
- Use your own custom keycaps
- Experience Linear, Tactile, and Clicky types
- Compatible with Cherry MX style switches
- Provides firsthand switch feel
- Helps find your ideal switch
- Explore diverse switch options
What customers say
This Kailh Switch Tester is highly valued by both new and experienced keyboard users for its utility in exploring the Kailh switch catalog. Customers consistently praise the excellent variety, noting it is a low-cost way to physically compare linear, tactile, and clicky switches, including the Box series. The tester base receives high marks for its sturdy, premium build quality, securely holding switches without wobble. Its greatest strength is the educational value; users find it demystifies actuation forces and sound profiles, leading to more informed final switch selections. This tool provides an essential, tactile reference point that digital tests cannot replicate, making it a definitive guide to the Kailh universe.
Know before you buy
Yes, the tester is designed to support custom keycaps. This allows you to test the switches with the same profile and material you plan to use on your final keyboard build for a more accurate feel.
Yes, the tester features Cherry MX style switches, which are the industry standard. They are compatible with the vast majority of hot-swappable mechanical keyboards on the market.
Yes, the kit includes a variety of both 3-pin and 5-pin switches. This is helpful if you are unsure which type your specific keyboard PCB supports.
The 35 included switches vary in operation force from 37 gf to 75 gf, and pre-travel distances ranging from 1.1 mm to 2.0 mm. This range allows you to physically compare the difference between light, fast-actuating switches and heavier, more deliberate ones.
The kit includes a mix of switches, some of which are factory pre-lubed and some that are not. This provides a great opportunity to feel the difference that factory lubrication makes in smoothness and sound profile.
Absolutely. By having all three types side-by-side, you can directly compare the smooth travel of Linear switches, the bump of Tactile switches, and the audible feedback of Clicky switches to determine which suits your typing style best.
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