Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020, the best keyboard i've tried for a fast typing, Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2019, Arrived before the expected, product working perferctly, Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2020. Mine is the Black Switch with 10-key. It's available in a variety of Cherry MX switches, every key is macro-programmable, and the PBT keycaps feel great. The Ducky One 2 is a slightly better keyboard than the Drop ENTR. That said, the Ducky has macro-programmable keys and onboard memory. You can purchase each variant with a wide variety of Cherry MX switches. You can set macros to any key and recording is done directly on the keyboard since there's no dedicated software. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. I have had cheaper keyboards with metal back plates, so that's a little disappointing. perfect for FPS gaming. The Glorious also has dedicated software, which the Ducky doesn't have. Ducky One 2 SF Keyboard Review. Changing the brightness and key lighting options takes a trip to the owners manual, its not obvious without having it handy. All keys are macro-programmable, but sadly, it doesn't have dedicated software. EDIT: With closer inspection, it seems like the home,end,del,pgup,pgdn are not fully lit. We buy our own products to test. It scores lower because it doesn't have any backlighting, but you can get variants with full RGB backlighting. It's fully compatible with Windows, and only a few non-alphanumeric keys don't work on macOS. Okay ergonomics. Logitech ERGO K860 Wireless Split Keyboard, SteelSeries Apex 5 Hybrid Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Be the first to start a discussion about Ducky One 2. I got the brown, blue backlit model, and it feels amazing. Indeed, the "SF" in the name stands for "Sixty Five", which tells us that this is a 65% form factor keyboard. The Ducky is available in a variety of switches and with full RGB backlighting, it's better-built, and it has a detachable USB-C cable. Ducky has given their One series of keyboards a makeover with the new One 2 series. There's also a layer of media hotkeys you can access by pressing the Fn and Windows keys. The HyperX x Ducky One 2 Mini is an impressive 60 percent keyboard, one that's great for gaming because of the HyperX's fast input Red switches, and well-built enough for everyday abuse. It's a well-built keyboard. The Cherry MX Brown switches on our unit offer an outstanding typing quality. Reason Number 3 is the price. Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. That said, the Model S is fully compatible with Linux and has USB passthrough. However, the HyperX is fully compatible with Linux and since it's a TKL keyboard, it's easier to carry around. This Anne Pro2 and the Ducky One 2 Mini are great mechanical keyboards. Great keyboard. Note that this keyboard is available in a wide variety of Cherry MX switches, so each switch provides a different typing quality. Every key is macro-programmable, and you have to set macros directly on the keyboard itself. There are two incline settings, but there's no included wrist rest. It doesn't have a wrist rest but the Cherry MX Brown switches on our unit offer outstanding typing quality and it doesn't get too tiring typing on this keyboard. The unit we tested has Cherry MX Brown switches, but this keyboard is available in a wide variety of Cherry MX switches, so you can get the ones you prefer. It scores lower because our unit doesn't have backlighting, although there are variants available with backlighting, which would likely score much better. Not many keyboards we've tested are available in different variants like this one, and even though it doesn't have dedicated software like the Razer BlackWidow or the Corsair K70 RAPIDFIRE, most gamers should still be happy with this keyboard. The One 2 SF from Ducky is a small form factor keyboard. … If you are in the market for a nice, understated mechanical keyboard that is well-designed, considered, and built, then the Ducky One 2 … There's a track underneath the keyboard for cable routing that allows you to choose which side of the keyboard the cable comes out. The Ducky One 2 performs better overall than the HyperX Alloy FPS Pro. Unfortunately, mine arrived with a … That said, the full-sized One 2 has dedicated hotkeys and a Numpad. Both keyboards are available in a wide variety of Cherry MX switches, and even though our unit of the One 2 doesn't have backlighting, it's also available with full RGB backlighting. Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2018. The Ducky One 2 RGB TKL is a better keyboard than the Ducky One 2. But like a great magic trick, perception is reality. Every key is macro-programmable, but sadly, it doesn't have dedicated software, so all programming is done directly on the keyboard. In ways both big and small (but mostly small), the new HyperX x Ducky One 2 Mini is pitched as a collaboration between the two brands with Ducky bringing the basic design and HyperX supplying the … It's also very well-built and provides great feedback thanks to … The Ducky One 2 vs. Ducky One is a very close comparison from every indication, as they both feature some high-quality design and top features. I liked everything about it (especially the PBT double-shot backlit keys that'll never wear out), except the white bottom on the case; but I could overlook that. Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2020. The Ducky One 2 SF is a better wired keyboard than the Varmilo VA87M. It's fully compatible with Windows and only the 'Calculator' hotkey doesn't work on Linux. The Ducky One 2 isn’t perfect, then, but ultimately there’s still a lot to like here. You can see what products we currently have for sale. Ducky is a top trusted brand in the gaming industry, and the Ducky One 2 Mini is an exceptional compact 60% mechanical keyboard that offers the highest of quality and decent features. We don't know if this is common or a problem with our unit alone because we received a manual with the Ducky One 2 Mini. At the back of the box, you won’t find any other information on the specifications except for the dimension, wei… On macOS, the 'Print Screen', 'Pause/Break', and 'Calculator' hotkeys don't work. However, the Drop feels better-built and has backlighting, while the Ducky has none. The Ducky One 2 is a wired keyboard that isn't designed to be used with mobile devices. Things can get even more tricky when you have to settle for the best between the two Ducky … You can download the instruction manual online to see how to record macros on the keyboard. In real life, though, I was surprised at how solid the keyboard feels when I’m typing on it. It retains the usual HyperX look, with flare similar to what Ducky usually does. Luckily, if you don't receive a manual, it's available for download online. It is bright blue in the center of the keycap and a darker blue on the sides. Also, its actuation force is much lighter than the Drop's Halo True switch on our unit. So the Ducky ONE 2 SF can be pre-ordered right now for $109 USD, while the Ducky ONE 2 mini can be picked up for $89 USD. The keys are well-spaced out, which helps reduce typos. The One 2 TKL has full RGB backlighting and companion software to customize it. … Ducky ONE 2 SF is a great mechanical switch gaming keyboard. Note that the 60% size keyboards are known as 'Mini'. This variant doesn't have backlighting, but there are variants of this keyboard with full RGB and white backlighting. This keyboard has decent compatibility. Introducing the Ducky One 2 Mini The Ducky One 2 Mini is a 60% mechanical keyboard that set the standard for compact mechanical keyboards. The Ducky One 2 RGB TKL comes in a pretty similar looking box as the previous generation Ducky One but the differences in the Lego blocks are actually different for each different models. The Ducky One 2 Horizon is one of the most robust boards we’ve ever tested. They provide good tactile feedback and require some force to actuate, but not a whole lot. Ducky One 2 Horizon (TKL) Review. However, typing on this keyboard doesn't cause too much fatigue. the build quality is beyond question. Our unit has Cherry MX Brown switches that have an outstanding typing quality and offer good tactile feedback. The Cherry MX Brown switches on our unit provide outstanding typing quality, and even though it doesn't have a wrist rest, typing on this keyboard still feels comfortable. The Ducky One 2 is better than Corsair K70 RAPIDFIRE for the most part. The form factor calls for a smaller design than full-size standard or … Cherry MX Brown switches offer outstanding typing quality. However, the Corsair has dedicated software and it comes with a wrist rest. It works really nice though, I don't regret the purchase, the customized key caps and almost 0 key wobble makes up for the back plate and brightness shortcomings. The Glorious GMMK and the Ducky One 2 are two highly-customizable keyboards. Ducky One 2 Mini vs Anne Pro 2 Overview In one word, the Anne Pro 2 says customisation. For the price, the Ducky One 2 Mini SF is considered a premium keyboard, but it’s definitely worth the price. This is a full-size keyboard that takes up a good amount of space on a desk. If you'd like companion software to customize the backlight, consider the Ducky One 2 RGB TKL. They perform very similarly to other Ducky keyboards we've tested that have Brown switches, such as the Ducky Mecha Mini. The Ducky One 2 is good for office use. For the most part, we expect our results to be valid for the other full-sized variants, except for backlighting and keystrokes. That said, the Varmilo with Cherry MX Red switches is much quieter and doesn't require quite as much force to actuate the keys. Also see our recommendations for the best mechanical keyboards, the best gaming keyboards, and the best keyboards for programming. Note that our unit didn't come with an instruction manual. so that you can compare the results easily. The Ducky Shine 7 is better than the Ducky One 2 for the most part. On the front, there is the default look, one … The feet are solid, and the keyboard doesn't slide around easily. Back in May, we took a look at the Ducky One 2 Mini, the 60% keyboard that made the gaming world pay attention to 60% keyboards. It works great though and the quality is there. The PBT keycaps feel nice to the touch and the Brown switches provide enough tactile feedback so you know when you actuate a key. The Ducky has full RGB backlighting, macro-programmable keys, and two incline settings. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. It's available in different styles and sizes, which you can see in the table below. Ducky One 2 Horizon TKL Double Shot PBT Mechanical Keyboard (4.7 on 6) Availability: Pre-Order Only. $99.00 + Free Shipping* Available for Pre-Order! So the only cap I have colored is my escape. Even though it doesn't have a wrist rest, typing on this keyboard still feels comfortable and it doesn't get too fatiguing over time. Ducky has made me a fan, and I plan on picking up a TKL for a new system I am building, and a 60% for the media PC. Given how easy it is to twist the One 2 Mini, the typing feel is an illusion, then. The included USB-C cable feels cheap and kinks rather easily. It comes in either white or black frames, a range of colored keycaps, and with one of several different … It scores lower because our unit doesn't have backlighting, although there are variants available with backlighting, which would likely score … Ducky is a powerhouse amongst keyboard enthusiasts, so when this limited edition 60 percent-sized Ducky One 2 Mini keyboard hit the market all 3,700 units sold out on day one. You can also get it with or without backlighting. Excellent build quality. You can also purchase it in different colors, including with white and RGB backlighting, although the Horizon variant we tested doesn't have backlighting. Also, unfortunately, the colored keycaps have a quite a bright bleed through (at least the orange does). 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