Redragon K530 Pro Draconic 60% Wireless RGB Mechanical Keyboard, BT/2.4Ghz/Wired 3-Mode 61 Keys Compact Gaming Keyboard w/Hot-Swap Socket, Free-Mod Plate Mounted PCB & Tactile Brown Switch

First things first, I'm not much of a gamer, so I can't speak to that experience. However, I type a lot for work and for fun and performance is a key factor for me.My first mechanical was a clicky Logitech, which I rather liked a lot, but I found myself gravitating more and more to the quieter switches. I've currently got Bullet QL switches plus dampeners to really keep things quiet. It can keep up with me (I type fast) without sounding overwhelming to others around me, it looks great, and the form factor is fantastic.I also like the multi connectivity (though I admit I've never used the 2.4GHz) and the option to go wired (and luckily USB-C) or not. The keyboard has been used on Linux (Ubuntu if you're counting), OS X, iOS, and Android.The battery tends to last long enough that I don't really find myself being aware of how long it lasts ;) When it does go back, the keyboard output gets kind of wonky and the red LED on the side that indicates power starts blinking, which I find a useful and reasonable indicator.As far as the keyboard itself, I've found using FN1 a reasonable way to get to those "missing" keys: function, arrows (on ASWD, which makes logical sense), page, insert/delete, home/end, print screen. It also works for backtick and tilde but I always find it a bit confusing as FN1+escape will provide both of those (you add shift to get the tilde). These characters are extremely valuable in the Linux command line, so I'm a little sensitive about it. That's a relatively small gripe given how much is jammed together in such a small space without doing weird stuff like having overly short keycaps. A compromise has to be made somewhere.As for the bad stuff: the stabilizers are a little loud, especially the space bar. This is a mod I plan on dealing with soonish and I'll update accordingly. If you run clicky switches, you probably won't even notice.Oh, and can't comment on the software as I've yet had the need to use it.Regardless of any negatives, the price is fantastic for what you get. If you're looking for a functional and still upgradable mechanical keyboard but you don't want to pay prices normally associated with more custom mechanical keyboards, this is a great way to go.

I'm really pleased with this keyboard.Some highlights:Switches: Comes with brown switches. It also comes with additional switches you can try out (black, red, blue and an extra brown switch, 1 each). I initially was going to go with a keyboard that had blue switches but after swapping out my spacebar to a blue switch, I had to change it back immediately. The brown switches are a nice happy medium between the red and blue, it all comes down to preference - gamers typically prefer red or brown, blue switches have that kind of high pitched click that some people find satisfying to type on. If you're unfamiliar with key switches, I would suggest researching them a little to see what you think you'd prefer. The key switches are really only compatible with Outemu switches. I've watched multiple reviews on YT and people have tried swapping out for switches like Cherry MX (the "gold standard") and they did not fit. This keyboard is great for gaming. The brown switches are a nice balance for gaming and typing.Size: It is nice and compact and takes up very little space for a keyboard (obviously, it's a 60%, ten keyless design) and it gives me a lot more real estate on my desk.RGB: Tons of RGB pattern options that can be programmed straight from the keyboard without using software. RGB has 5 levels of brightness and can be nice and bright.Quality: The build quality feels very solid and durable. For being a budget keyboard, it feels premium.Connectivity: Can be used wired or wireless.Battery life: Used it quite a bit for about 3 days and when I plugged it in, it indicated it was still fully charged so I expect the battery life to be excellent.Complaints: Only gripe is that the caps lock is the only key that does not light up unless the caps lock is activated or if you hit a limit when adjusting brightness of the RGB lights (adjust brightness with Fn2 + [+], the caps lock button will flash red a few times when maxed out). Would prefer if it lit up along with all the other keys during the RGB patterns and maybe stay lit red when caps lock is activated. Wish it had some media controls like skip back/forward, play/pause, volume up/down. Not really a complaint but it takes me a second to use the arrow keys (Fn or hold caps lock + W, A, S or D) because I've always used a full layout. Just something to get used to.I combined this keyboard with the Red Dragon M808 Storm gaming mouse, NPET MP02-SP RGB mouse pad and it looks awesome. Would definitely buy again and recommend to gamers and non-gamers alike.

Before I get into the review, just want to clarify that this is the review for the new version of the K530 that Redragon calls the "Pro" model. The pro model comes with 2.4 ghz wireless connectivity, 2 bluetooth connections, and wired mode. I have used all 3 connection modes and the keyboard works very nicely. The brown switches have great feedback and sound great. The metal construction is also great and adds a nice weight to the keyboard. RGB lighting patters are cool and is bright on the black colored keyboard.I have used this model on both MacOS and Windows (bluetooth and usb receiver for both) and have not experienced any issues. I mainly use this keyboard for work and the battery life on it is better than expected. I can get about 3-4 days out of this keyboard because the RGB turns off after a minute of inactivity, which I think is a great feature.I am not a keyboard aficionado so I have not tried removing the keycaps or replacing the switches (yet). It is a 60 percent keyboard, so be prepared to learn the keyboard shortcuts with the FN keys. Occasionally when I am typing, keys will not register and I will sit there pressing the same key 5 times to have to type one letter. Still trying to figure out if that is an indication of low battery. Will update this review if I see any other issues.Overall for the price, a great buy!