Key Takeaways
1. Wooting is recognized as a leader in Hall-effect gaming keyboards, especially with the Wooting 60HE and Wooting 80HE models.
2. The company has introduced three new switch options to address feedback about the Lekker L60 V2 switches, focusing on stability and sound quality.
3. The TTC x Wooting KOM RGB switches are rated for more stability but may produce a sharper sound compared to the KOM POM switches.
4. The sound profiles of the new switches vary, with TTC KOM switches having a clacky noise and Geon Raw HE 50 switches offering a deeper sound.
5. Only Geon Raw HE 50 switches are compatible with Wooting’s Spring Packs, which allow users to change actuation force, and the new switches are available for purchase with Wooting’s Module keyboard kits.
There’s no question that Wooting leads the pack in Hall-effect gaming keyboards. This reputation largely stems from the rapid popularity of the Wooting 60HE and the more recent Wooting 80HE. In our review of the Wooting 80HE last year, we noted that the Lekker L60 V2 switches provided a pleasant typing experience but suffered from noticeable wobble and a somewhat unclear sound. Many in the gaming community seemed to share this view.
New Switches Announced
Wooting has clearly taken the feedback regarding the Lekker V2 switches to heart, as they have just revealed three new switch options now available in the Wooting store.
On their website, Wooting appears to rate the TTC x Wooting KOM RGB switches as more stable than the KOM POM ones. However, the plastic housings of the KOM RGB switches tend to produce a sharper and louder sound, which might not be as favored by some keyboard fans. Each of the three switch designs has its unique features and purposes. All of them utilize POM stems, which are designed to resist stickiness or scratching over time. The clear PC housing of the KOM RGB switches is likely to make the RGB LEDs on keyboards like the Wooting 80HE and 60HE shine brighter than the popular Gateron Magnetic Jade Pro switches (currently priced at $57.99 for 70 pieces on Amazon) that we recently reviewed in the Iqunix EZ63.
Sound Profiles Compared
Both kinds of TTC switches are reported to have a pronounced clacky sound, yet the Geon Raw HE 50 switches provide a different auditory experience compared to the Jade Pros, Lekker V2s, and TTC KOM switches. The small hole at the bottom of the TTC KOM switches merges design aspects from both the Lekker V2 and the Gateron Jade series, resulting in a sound that has a slightly deeper quality than the TTC KOMs, which can be described as having a popping sound.
All new switches are also purchasable alongside Wooting’s Module keyboard kits, offering an exciting option for those who enjoy DIY projects and want to save some cash. The Geon Raw switches are notably more affordable than many alternatives, matching the price of the Wooting Lekker V2 series when building a Wooting Module keyboard.
Compatibility and Pricing
Wooting points out that only the Geon Raw HE 50 switches work with the Wooting Spring Packs, which provide a simple way to change actuation force. The available spring options include 35 gf, 45 gf, 60 gf, 70 gf, and 80 gf.
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