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When comparing Cherry MX Lock vs Topre Two-Tone, the Slant community recommends Topre Two-Tone for most people. In the question“What is your favorite mechanical keyboard switch type?” Topre Two-Tone is ranked 17th while Cherry MX Lock is ranked 19th.
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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 Cannot be disassembled
Only the plunger can be removed, compared to the standard Realforce switch, which can be removed completely from the mounting plate.