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When comparing Topre Purple vs Alps SKCM Orange, the Slant community recommends Alps SKCM Orange for most people. In the question“What is your favorite mechanical keyboard switch type?” Alps SKCM Orange is ranked 13th while Topre Purple is ranked 23rd.
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Pros
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.
No pros yet!
Cons
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.
No cons yet!