Wobkey Rainy 75 Is A Heavyweight Player In The Mechanical Keyboard Market

If ever there were to be a prize awarded for the world’s heaviest computer keyboard, I think the new Wobkey Rainy 75 would have a strong chance of picking up an award. Despite being made from an aluminum alloy case, this 75% mechanical keyboard with 81 keys is built like the proverbial tank, weighing in at an impressive 2kg.

The outer shell of the Rainy 75 is made from CNC-machined aluminum alloy with an oxidized surface and glass-steel decoration. There is a variety of colors and designs available with the price of the Rainy 75 increasing with the fancier finishes and specs.

For those people who enjoy customizing their keyboard, the Rainy 75 is available in nine colors including White, Purple, Blue, Pink Luna, Yellow and Redvel Yellow. There is also a choice of plates to alter the keyboard’s layout with up to 16 options and 5 accessories to give each keyboard a more individual finish.

With the Rainy 75, Wobkey buyers get the option of choosing between factory-lubricated linear HMX Violet switches or Kailh Cocoa switches, depending on the model ordered. A five-layer foam and flex gasket structure increases comfort when typing and helps to reduce fatigue. The PBT double-shot keycaps used on the Rainy 75 offer a smoother typing experience and the material stays clean for longer, resisting the buildup of oil and grime.

There is the option of connecting with the host device using a 2.4GHz wireless dongle, Bluetooth and USB. The USB option has a latency of 2ms, while the 2.4GHz wireless dongle manages an impressive 3ms with Bluetooth bringing up the rear with a 7ms latency. The built-in battery comes in sizes ranging from 3500mAh to 7000mAh depending on the model ordered.

The stability of this new keyboard and its heft is partly down to the use of enhanced foams and a pro-structural design with a key sound that Wobkey describes as “like raindrops.” There is a Poron foam layer with an 8x foaming density, while PET foam and EPMD bottom foam are insulated with a PET sheet to dampen the sound still further.

The keyboard also uses an FR4 plate with flex cuts but users can specify a different kind of plate for various layouts and acoustic properties. There is no doubt that the Rain 75 is designed to be one of the most tactile mechanical keyboards and promotes typing accuracy.

To customize the Rainy 75, Wobkey has used QMK firmware so the keyboard can be programmed and customized with VIA software or the VIA website where keys can be modified and macros added along with other advanced features.

The Rainy 75 can adapt to macOS or Windows layouts although there are no macOS modifier keys supplied. That said, with a standard MX keycap fit, users can always choose and fit their own keycaps to further customize the look of the keyboard.

Pricing and Availability:
The Wobkey Rainy 75 keyboard is available now and costs from $99 depending on the specification and model chosen. Orders can be placed at Wobkey.com.

Tech Specs:

• Material: 6063 aluminum alloy.
• Lighting: None or RGB.
• Acoustic damping:
• Keycaps: PBT double shot.
• Battery: 3,500mAh to 7,000mAh.
• PCB: 1.2mm with flex cuts.
• Stabilizers: M-One plate mounted.
• Latency: Wired 2ms, 2.4GHz 3ms, Bluetooth 7ms.
• Weight: 1.8 to 2kg.