It would help if you indicated your budget as well as preference for size and switch type

As cheap as possible would usually mean the unbranded ones. Go search in GS section. There are some good sellers peddling their wares that may meet your requirement.

I am assuming you are looking for new. Ducky had a recent promo offering non-backlit Ducky One at RM339. Not sure if it is still valid. You could check with the likes of Ultimate Zone or any other shops that carry them

New Leopold with Topre switch!!!

Go MX clear or Topre for more tactility without the mushiness

You can view the various types available here

Was at Ultimate Zone yesterday and saw stock of Tai Hao PBT keycap sets available.

Dunno, did not measure

Yes, they can order stuff for you if they don't have the stock. That's what they usually do for me.

With the exception of the logo, looks like this.

I encountered the same issue of LED dying on my former QFR-i, twice! Was informed by a member here that 2014 batches had this problem and true enough, both the units were indeed 2014 batch. 3rd unit from RMA was a 2015 batch and all was well thereafter.

The advantage of the Novatouch lies in the fact that it can take MX compatible keycaps. This means, you can switch keycaps to your heart's content, which unfortunately cannot be said of a Realforce. MX keycaps come in a variety of design and colors and are easier to procure either from shops or online.

The first thing one should do when getting a Novatouch is to replace those stock keycaps (thin ABS) with thicker ones like PBT.

Do keep in mind too that the cost of a Realforce can be Really painful to one's wallet too.

Lucky fella

I actually prefer the Novatouch's case compared to the QFR-i's case. The latter's has a "rubbery" coating which over time, feels "sticky" to the touch.

And you really should not compare the pricing of the Novatouch to Cherry (or equivalent) boards. The Novatouch is afterall, a Topre!

One option for those wanting white cases is to have your existing keyboard Vinyl wrapped. As for Ninja white keycaps, you could buy them online. Here's an example.

It's called, "floating keys" design. More commonly seen in the form of Corsair's K65 and K70. There's also Varmilo's VA87M

Be prepaid to invest in nice(r ) keycaps

This post has been edited by richard912: Sep 28 2016, 01:19 PM

I have a Ducky One TKL RGB and I only o-ringed the spacebar and return key.

Gives Heeezy a nudge down the slippery slope

There are original cherry caps? Or do you mean original from Tai-hao etc?