# I need some assistance with purchasing keycaps **URL:** \ **Category:** Linux lounge\ **Created:** [November 3, 2020, 5:32pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439 "2020-11-03T17:32:58Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 16\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/suppaman/32/16199_2.png) [@SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/SuppaMan)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2020, 5:32pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/1 "2020-11-03T17:32:58Z")
Greetings Fellow humans, Human Fellas! In the coming weeks, I’ll be making my own first(and hopefully last) custom mechanical keyboard. I’ve selected all of the other parts. All that is left to do, is to get some keycaps. Aliexpress, the vendor I am using, has a crap ton of keycaps to use. I’m having a hard time choosing just one set. I’ve boiled them down to these few. I’d like to hear your opinions on these keycaps. I’ll leave pros and cons of them to make it easier to choose. Thanks and see you in the comments(after I wake up tomorrow). Bye~~ 1. [9009 Colorway PBT DSA Dye-sub Keycaps](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000825692857.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.23ad3c00M1Tv4b&mp=1) ![image](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/4/8/4839818890df741be2ab1b05cf77afb7daa6d442.jpeg) Pro : Mid range price, SUPER KEY WITHOUT WINDOWS LOGO, readable fonts, Looks clean. Con : Not the most beautiful keycap available. 1. [NPKC OEM Keycaps PBT](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32878900133.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.23ad3c00M1Tv4b&mp=1) ![image](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/8/8/88141cd764aa232d583470fd763980c5e400504f.jpeg) Pro : Dirt cheap, Great fonts, Side print option Con : Letters are a bit hard to read. SUPER KEY HAS WINDOWS LOGO, Not the most beautiful 1. [BGKC DSA Bee Ethermal](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32975312448.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.0.0.186f72adMmu8Py&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller&scm=1007.13339.169870.0&scm_id=1007.13339.169870.0&scm-url=1007.13339.169870.0&pvid=73690f15-a82d-4d09-80b3-285408448fa7&_t=gps-id:pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller,scm-url:1007.13339.169870.0,pvid:73690f15-a82d-4d09-80b3-285408448fa7,tpp_buckets:668%230%23131923%2346_668%23808%233772%23654_668%23888%233325%238_668%234328%2319940%23923_668%232846%238111%23447_668%232717%237558%23145_668%231000022185%231000066059%230_668%233468%2315609%23231) ![image](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/8/4/84fc2def8a808aef21cdafc774f7be5323843c43.jpeg) Pro : Eye catching colors, Bee themed, SUPER KEY IS HONEY. Great fonts. One of the most beautiful caps. Con : Not centered letters, The most expensive 1. [Small Bee Big Carbon](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000177630854.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.23ad3c00M1Tv4b&mp=1) ![image](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/9/b/9be0f4e1f6dba7c5baef5ba415693531a23b5504.jpeg) Pro : Dirt Cheap, BEE THEMED. Has SUPER AS SUPER KEY, Also beautiful Con : Orange is only available, Yellow caps are out of stock. 1. [Keypro Chunyang Cyan white](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001362654221.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.23ad3c00M1Tv4b&mp=1) ![image](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/a/a/aa71533694a174abd2800700cfaf93cd38b47003.jpeg) Pro : Great Font choice, Colors match really nicely. Middle of the pack for price Con : WIN as SUPER KEY, No flair like caps Edit: With some extra soul searching I have been able to find the perfect keyboard keycaps. Found some rando white black oragne keys. Really good price and look amaizng! ---
**Author:** ![freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/freebird54/32/83106_2.png) [@freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/freebird54)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2020, 6:06pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/2 "2020-11-03T18:06:01Z")
One additional thought - there is no reason to base your decision on one or two keycaps. Assuming one of the normal switches is being used, there are available replacement keycaps with custom, or alternate graphics. You can even order complete capsets with your choice of font, size, placement etc - or even side print with or without top print. So - the logic in me suggests you take the one you like most, with the price you like most - and substitute the ‘offending’ keycap with a more congenial choice… ---
**Author:** ![anon37112038](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/a3d4f5/32.png) [@anon37112038](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/anon37112038)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2020, 6:26pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/3 "2020-11-03T18:26:56Z")
@anon3337769 might be able to help you with your custom keycaps. 🤔 🤣 Edit: found the picture of @anon3337769 keycaps. [https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/show-your-latest-purchase-with-pictures/8777/91](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/show-your-latest-purchase-with-pictures/8777/91) ---
**Author:** ![Evident4146](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/e/58f4c7/32.png) [@Evident4146](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/Evident4146)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2020, 7:14pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/4 "2020-11-03T19:14:53Z")
> [@SuppaMan](#): > > I’ll be making my own first(and hopefully last) There is no end to it. Trust me. Here are a bunch of links to keyboard/keycap/switch/cable sites. > **[1upkeyboards.com - Mechanical Keyboards](https://1upkeyboards.com/)** > > Your trusted source for Mechanical Keyboards, parts, tools, and more. Since 2015. > **[ARTKEY](https://artkeyuniverse.com/)** > > Welcome to Artkey > **[Custom Keycaps | Mechanical Keyboards | PBT Keycaps | SPKeyboards.com](https://spkeyboards.com/)** > > SPKeyboards designs and manufactures high-quality custom keycaps and mechanical keyboards. Our keycaps come in a variety of profiles, materials, and colorways to match your style. All keycaps are made in the U.S. to exacting standards for a premium... > **[Dwarf Factory - Artisan Factory](https://dwarf-factory.com/)** > > Dwarf Factory is an artisan keycap maker with expert craftsmanship who creates artworks from tiny pieces to masterpieces. [https://kbdfans.com/](https://kbdfans.com/) > **[Mechanical Keyboards, Keycaps, and Enthusiast Accessories!](https://kono.store/)** > > Kono Store prides itself in offering the highest quality mechanical keyboards, keycap set group buys, enthusiast accessories, and much more! The official place to buy Input Club Mechanical Keyboards! > **[The ultimate Mechanical Keyboard catalog.](https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/)** > > The best mechanical keyboards for your gaming and typing lifestyle. > **[Mechcables USB Cable Order Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/u/2/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOHnSvHm3217gs4d4BiPH7OOv2Ki8lHN-BgatxVGK76chQ7w/closedform)** > > \-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Our new website is LIVE! > Use https://mechcables.com to access the... > **[Custom Mechanical Keyboards, Keycaps, Switches, Deskpads, and More](https://novelkeys.com/)** > > Experience an elevated standard in typing and gaming with our premium selection of custom mechanical keyboards, keycaps, switches, artisans, and deskpads. ---
**Author:** ![freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/freebird54/32/83106_2.png) [@freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/freebird54)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2020, 7:24pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/5 "2020-11-03T19:24:43Z")
Missed a good one… > **[MAX Keyboards Custom Mechanical Keyboards and Cherry MX Keycaps](https://www.maxkeyboard.com/)** if you have Cherry compatible keyswitches… ---
**Author:** ![SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/suppaman/32/16199_2.png) [@SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/SuppaMan)\ **Post date:** [November 4, 2020, 3:13pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/6 "2020-11-04T15:13:53Z")
Of course. Gateron Yellows to be exact ---
**Author:** ![vlkon](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/v/35a633/32.png) [@vlkon](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/vlkon)\ **Post date:** [November 4, 2020, 8:48pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/7 "2020-11-04T20:48:05Z")
Those are some nice options you have. Sadly buying that would be too costly due to shipping and especially import taxes. Does anyone knows a maufacturer in Europe (specificaly EU) who is making custom mechanical keyboards? There is nothing I can find in my country - it’s just all called “gaming keyboard” which just looks terrible and none of them has iso 105-key layout. ---
**Author:** ![tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/tlmiller76/32/96350_2.png) [@tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/tlmiller76)\ **Post date:** [November 4, 2020, 8:56pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/8 "2020-11-04T20:56:21Z")
IMO, BGKC DSA Bee Ethermal Reasoning: Pretty!!! I like pretty!!! ![proht](https://forum.endeavouros.com/uploads/default/original/3X/7/2/7282fd039d9b7161c253b02731fcef6623a32e0e.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/suppaman/32/16199_2.png) [@SuppaMan](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/SuppaMan)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 9:54am UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/9 "2020-11-05T09:54:15Z")
I like how you think wise Linux man ---
**Author:** ![freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/freebird54/32/83106_2.png) [@freebird54](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/freebird54)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 12:15pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/10 "2020-11-05T12:15:09Z")
Just one key looks a bit ugly - second from left on the bottom row… Not sure what can be done about it, though 😁 Definitely not your average keyboard look, and all the better for it! ---
**Author:** ![tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/tlmiller76/32/96350_2.png) [@tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/tlmiller76)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/11 "2020-11-05T13:29:06Z")
Yeah, unfortunately this was one of the $10 keycap kits so didn’t come with an alternative meta key. ---
**Author:** ![anon3337769](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/b487fb/32.png) [@anon3337769](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/anon3337769)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/12 "2020-11-05T14:36:19Z")
> [@freebird54](#): > > Just one key looks a bit ugly - second from left on the bottom row… > > Not sure what can be done about it, though > **[Max Keyboard Custom Art icon or Text Cherry MX Keycaps](https://www.maxkeyboard.com/custom-art-icon-or-text-cherry-mx-keycaps.html)** > > Order your own personalized custom art icon or text for Cherry MX keycaps. ---
**Author:** ![tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/tlmiller76/32/96350_2.png) [@tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/tlmiller76)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 2:41pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/13 "2020-11-05T14:41:59Z")
$9 for a single key…think I’ll pass. The entire kit was only $1 more than that!!! ---
**Author:** ![Evident4146](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/e/58f4c7/32.png) [@Evident4146](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/Evident4146)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 2:42pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/14 "2020-11-05T14:42:55Z")
Don’t look into artisan keycaps lol. ---
**Author:** ![anon3337769](https://forum.endeavouros.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/b487fb/32.png) [@anon3337769](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/anon3337769)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 2:43pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/15 "2020-11-05T14:43:35Z")
IMO, pretty reasonable for a custom made, custom printed keycap. They’re great quality, and they ship very quickly. ---
**Author:** ![tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/user_avatar/forum.endeavouros.com/tlmiller76/32/96350_2.png) [@tlmiller76](https://forum.endeavouros.com/u/tlmiller76)\ **Post date:** [November 5, 2020, 2:51pm UTC](https://forum.endeavouros.com/t/i-need-some-assistance-with-purchasing-keycaps/9439/16 "2020-11-05T14:51:55Z")
Yeah, but doubling the cost of a keycap kit for 1 key is…just not something I’d be willing to consider. I’d rather just live with the Windows key. 😃