Bastard vs Skeletile vs Dactyl Manuform? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by DanL4@lemmy.world to c/ergomechkeyboards@lemmy.world

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Hi. I've been using Dactyl Manuforms for quite a few years now. Settled down with a 5 column with an extremely sculpted SA keycaps and bobba u4t switches. I use only 2/3 thumb keys regularly but enjoy having more.

I'm interested to know if anyone thinks an alternative is worth trying ? Any input would be appreciated!

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[-] StefanT@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I use a dactyl manuform with custom rotary encoders. The thumb keys have ctrl/shift/alt/win/layer-switch on both sides and space/enter on either side. I also use this keyboard for gaming and it works very well.

[-] DanL4@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I love the DM. I was wondering about how it compares to similar boards, or to be honest - looking for an excuse to build another, and for the right board, to be different enough to justify a new build

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