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Review on HUO JI Z88 Z-88 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard: Blue Switch, LED Backlit, Water Resistant | Compact 81 Keys Anti-Ghosting for Mac, PC | White by Heather Davis

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Nothing better for the price

This is my third mechanical keyboard. I also have Qisan 60% and Matias Mini Tactile Pro. (80%, no shadows). I prefer it to Matias because it's more compact and requires less stretching. I use the function keys a lot and the F keys are more accessible than Matias. The layout of the main navigation keys is exactly as if I designed this keyboard myself. The tactile and audible response of the blue keys is essential for my typing and not loud enough to distract my wife, whose work station is next to me. The detachable cable is also a plus. Since the cable exits the bottom of the keyboard, I found it easier to lean a small shelf directly against the back of the keyboard and route the cable underneath. Unlike Cisan, all key combinations work. Thanks to everyone for the compactness, accuracy and accessibility. I have a recommendation: Foreword, I'm not a gamer. I'm a programmer and needed a backlight to help me type in ambient light. I'm indifferent to "light shows" and only use Mode 1 (Lit Steady Mode). As it is now, one key press is enough to activate this mode and 10 key presses to turn it off. (If I've missed something, please let me know via a comment). It would be great if I could access each mode and turn it off with a single button press. All in all five stars for value for money, best value for money. Bravo manufacturers and designers!

Pros
  • Comfortable to use
Cons
  • Not as thick as other models