We use a Mecmesin MultiTest-i System Test Stand to measure each keyboard we test. We provide data to help compare keyboards so it's easier for the user to know which keyboard might better suit their needs. This is very subjective to each use something can be good for gaming, but won't be the best for typing. We measure the operating and actuation force required to actuate a key, the pre-travel distance that the key travels before actuation, and the total travel distance. Our Keystrokes test is useful to compare the feel of the keypress. We do plan on making those tests even more precise and useful to the users, so don't hesitate to leave us feedback on what we can improve. However, there are multiple people giving their input for this test, as we don't want a single person's opinion, which may differ from the users', to make up the whole score for a certain keyboard. Note that we do score the Typing Quality test, which is subjectively assigned. For example, a loud keyboard is scored worse than a silent keyboard for an office environment, while that same keyboard might be scored better for gaming thanks to its lower keystroke pre-travel. On the other hand, we use some of these tests and score them inside usage ratings. Some people may like some switches that others won't stand, and vice-versa, so we aren't able to provide accurate data on what's better and what isn't. This is why we decided not to score the keystroke and typing noise tests. However, with keyboards, just like with mice, the general feel and experience are very subjective and differ from person to person.
Our Typing Experience category is made out of four different tests: Keystrokes, Typing Experience, Typing Noise, and Latency.
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