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Aurora 80 vs. Wave 75: Best Rainy 75 Alternatives in 2026
This video compares the Aurora 80 and the Wave 75 to the popular Rainy 75, highlighting their features, price, and moddability. The Aurora 80 offers a striking aesthetic and good switch options, while the Wave 75 stands out for its easy moddability and competitive price. Both are presented as superior alternatives to the Rainy 75 in 2026.
1. 🌧️ The Rainy 75 is no longer the king of budget keyboards
- ✅ The Rainy 75 dominated the budget keyboard market for the last 2 years.
- ✅ The video presents two Wob Key alternatives that surpass the Rainy 75 in quality and price.
- ⚠️ The video is sponsored, but the opinions are the creator's own.
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1. 🌧️ The Rainy 75 is no longer the king of budget keyboards
- ✅ The Rainy 75 dominated the budget keyboard market for the last 2 years.
- ✅ The video presents two Wob Key alternatives that surpass the Rainy 75 in quality and price.
- ⚠️ The video is sponsored, but the opinions are the creator's own.
00:51 - 01:25
2. 🤔 Why the Rainy 75 is no longer the best option
- ✅ The Rainy 75 was revolutionary at the time for being an affordable aluminum keyboard.
- ✅ In 2026, there is more competition and the Rainy 75 is more expensive.
01:26 - 03:12
3. ✨ Aurora 80: An aesthetic and functional keyboard
- ✅ The Aurora 80 has a starting price of $149.99.
- ✅ Available in various colors and switch options.
- ✅ Features translucent keycaps and customizable RGB backlighting via VIA.
- ✅ Has tri-mode connectivity (2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, cable).
03:13 - 04:21
4. 🌈 Aurora 80 Design and Connectivity
- ✅ Striking aesthetics with translucent keycap options and RGB backlighting.
- ✅ More sober options with more discreet keycaps and case colors.
- ✅ Tri-mode connectivity: 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and cable.
04:22 - 05:27
5. ⚙️ Aurora 80 Switches and Limited Customization
- ✅ The blue version comes with clicky switches that sound good.
- ⚠️ The switch selection is limited to the colors of the keyboard.
- ❌ Little flexibility in combining switches, keycaps and case colors.
05:28 - 06:09
6. ⌨️ Aurora 80 Typing and Modding Experience
- ✅ Luna switches offer a smooth typing experience and a pleasant sound.
- ❌ Modding is less friendly due to the RGB strip around the keyboard.
06:10 - 06:48
7. 🆚 Alternatives and the Wave 75
- ✅ The Crush 80 offers more customization, but is more expensive.
- ✅ The Wave 75 is $20 cheaper than the Aurora 80 and better than the Rainy 75.
06:49 - 08:05
8. 🌊 Wave 75: Easy Modding and Competitive Price
- ✅ 75% compact design.
- ✅ Tri-mode connectivity, QMK and VIA support, and large battery.
- ✅ Lilac switches that sound good.
- ✅ Easy to open and modify thanks to its design.
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9. 🏆 Wave 75: One of the best recommendations
- ✅ The Wave 75 is one of the best recommendations for a 75% keyboard.
- ✅ Offers almost everything you could ask for at an affordable price.