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When comparing Cherry MX Lock vs Topre Purple, the Slant community recommends Cherry MX Lock for most people. In the question“What is your favorite mechanical keyboard switch type?” Cherry MX Lock is ranked 19th while Topre Purple is ranked 23rd.
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Pros
Pro Locked when pressed and unlocks when pressed again (latching)
Pro Tactile bump
Pro Low resistance after the bump
Pro Very smooth
Its action is very smooth, with a tactile bump near the top of the stroke.
Cons
No cons yet!
Con Possibly semi-mechanical rubber dome
Debate over whether it is technically classified as mechanical as the question asks, or only semi-mechanical
Con Silenced
Topre purple switches are mostly used in silenced Topre keyboards.