TTC King of Magnetic Switch Review

Introduction

Hear ye, fair ladies and noble gentlemen! On this fine day, we shall cast our gaze upon a most magnificent creation, the veritable ruler of magnetism: the TTC King of Magnetic Switch, heralded by the people as the KOM Switch.

Anyway… this switch rocks a purple and red colour scheme (shoutout Magneto) and features an unparalleled typing + gaming experience (more on this later). It comes with a starting actuation force of 35g and is priced at $1.55 per switch.

Magnetic switches have been making waves lately (see here if you missed the memo), and it’s no surprise why. Let’s dive into what makes the KOM switch unique and whether it’s worth adding to your keyboard.

Design & Features

The TTC King of Magnetic switch has a few standout design features that make it a solid contender in the magnetic switch arena. First up, there’s the dust-proof design—thanks to the large, stable stem in the middle, keeping out dust and ensuring consistent performance over time.

Another cool feature is the split structure designed by TTC, giving you the option to swap out the stem material and customize the switch's feel and sound. That’s not something you see every day with magnetic switches, and it opens up a lot of possibilities for those who love to mod.

The 21mm spring is also a nice touch. While most switches come with a 13-14mm spring, the longer 21mm spring in the KOM switch gives it a more responsive feel and helps the switch reset faster—ideal for fast-paced gaming.

Performance

I tested the KOM switches on my Melgeek MADE 68 with my own customized trigger and reset points (using the Melgeek software). If you’re a long-time reader, you already know my glowing opinion of magnetic switches, and the performance of the KOM is no different. It performs just as well as you expect out of a magnetic switch. It works flawlessly in the Wooting as well.

Sound & Feel

Here’s where the TTC King of Magnetic switch really shines. I compared it side-by-side with the Gateron Magnetic White (default for MADE 68), Lekker 60 (default for Wooting), and the Gateron Magnetic Jade. The KOM felt noticeably more stable, and had virtually no stem wobble. The 21mm spring was also a welcome addition, delivering a smoother and more responsive feel during intense gaming sessions.

The biggest thing for me though was the bottom out feel. Both the White and the Lekker have open bottoms, which leads to a mushy bottom out. The Jade lessens this using a closed structure, but it still leaves much to be desired. The KOM, on the other hand, delivers a snappy bottom out, comparable to even the best mechanical switches. The difference is truly night and day.

Sound-wise, the KOM switch has a defined clack. I generally find magnetic switches to lack character, but this switch knows exactly what it wants to sound like. Definitely satisfying if you’re into the higher pitched clacks, and sounds great in my preferred setup of no foams. If you do add foams and some PE film (I’d recommend our modding kit), you can end up with a really a nice marbley sound.

Final Thoughts

The TTC King of Magnetic Switch brings a lot to the table for those seeking top-notch gaming performance with unparalleled customization. The dust-proof stem provides stability and durability, while the longer spring gives every keypress a snappy rebound.

Is it pricier than other switches? Yes. If I’d never heard of it, my eyes would pop out like a looney toons character-seriously. But hear me out, it’s hands down the best keyboard switch that I’ve ever tried. Usually, mechanical switches offer a superior typing experience with lackluster gaming performance while magnetic switches are the opposite. However, the KOM offers the best of both worlds. A typing experience that goes toe to toe with premium mechanical switches and unmatched gaming performance. I’d argue that it offers a $0.75/switch typing experience AND a $0.75/switch gaming performance, which is very rare in the market. Whether you can justify that price is up to you, but it’s definitely the top of the line.

If you’re more of a visual person, here’s a graph of my honest opinions comparing this switch with all other switch types:

I only dinged the KOM down a notch for the typing experience because if you’re a tactile fan, they might not be to your preference. Otherwise, it’s definitely a top-tier linear.

TL;DR

The TTC King of Magnetic Switch

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Thanks for reading, and as always, catch y’all in the next one!