DROP ENTR Mechanical Keyboard — Tenkeyless Anodized Aluminum Case, Doubleshot Shine-Through PBT Keycaps, N-Key Rollover, USB-C, White Backlit LED, Tactile Switches (Green/Gray, Halo True)

There probably isn't another keyboard of this quality in the same price range. I bought the one with the halo true switches, which are similar to cherry clears.Pros-----Key caps feel OUTSTANDINGHeavy solid baseStandard key layout and size in a 70% frameVery smooth and consistent keystrokesLED brightness is adjustable"Clicky" sound, but very quietCons (maybe?)-----No software suiteOnly 1 LED optionI'm more accustomed to gaming keyboards, and this is my first enthusiast quality board and honestly I can't imagine myself going back. The keystrokes are a good bit heavier than I'm used to, but I also have far fewer accidental key presses since the change. Just something to keep in mind if you are used to light switches. There is no software needed, so the board should be easy enough to get working with multiple OS as well. I've personally used it with Windows and SteamOS (on the deck) with no issues. The LED and software *cons* I mentioned aren't deal breakers for me, but they could be for some. There are a few free options out there for binding macros if needed, but I thought it was worth mentioning as I know many people that rely on custom key binds and macros for gaming and work.I've been really disappointed with the quality of the big names in gaming boards the last few years and this was a very affordable solution. If you are looking for an affordable and high quality mechanical keyboard, in as simple a package as possible then you will be happy with this option.

I got two of these and neither let me down yet. They are well made, compact and heavy, do they don't break and don't slide around.

I am new to the world of mechanical keyboards, and spent way too long searching for a full-size mech with shine-through keys that DIDN'T feature an atrocious font. Originally I was going to get the MK Night Typist, but it was going to take a long time to arrive, and I didn't love the font. While the Drop ENTR isn't full-size (and I just realized the font is almost identical — sigh), it is close enough in all other aspects, and I've ordered a separate non-shine-through numpad which also gives me a fun platform to customize. I have reluctantly accepted that the keycap styles I really want (Ice Cap or similar) are incompatible with shine-through, because LED placement requires a non-centered font on the keycap.Prior to this, I had a ZSA Moonlander (gorgeous keyboard, I tried it for 3 weeks and returned because I didn't like the layout). I also tried several Razer BlackWidow Elites, which had all the features I wanted, but I could not stand the spring noise & didn't find it worthwhile to rip open a brand-new keyboard to modify with foam etc.So, Drop comes through. Clean aesthetics. The keys look and feel very nice. The sound is not bad — I'm about to install some O-rings, which I think will really help the clacky-ness of me bottoming out the keys. The switches feel good (I got linear ones). I also just ordered a few artisan keycaps from Drop (in love with Gen.S designs), and found a shine-through Dolch knockoff keycap set on Amazon as well, both of which will help customize the keeb. Maybe I'll go full custom eventually, but for now, this is great!Compatibility-wise, I recently got a Mac for work, and the keyboard works fine with it. The F7 - F12 keys control media back/forward/pause and volume mute/down/up without any additional modifiers. I use Karabiner Elements software to remap some shortcuts, so I can use PC-style things like Ctrl-Tab to switch browser tabs. Highly recommended if you've got that muscle memory.Note: I had to read other reviews to discover that you can control the backlight brightness by pressing Fn and the up / down arrow keys. I usually have it set on the lowest / second-lowest setting, which works great in daytime and evening.

Drop is a brand that knows how to market their products. I’ve been hammered with their ads on Facebook and Instagram for years now and I’ve always wanted to get fingers onto a Drop mechanical keyboard to see what the noise is all about. Enter the ENTR. I bought the Drop ENTR tenkeyless mechanical keyboard for $99 and have been using it as my main keyboard for more than a month now. While it isn’t the most glamorous product we’ve ever looked at, I certainly see why mechanical keyboard fans turn to Drop when on a budget.The color and switch combination I chose to add to my desk setup was the green/grey combo utilizing the Halo True switches. As the cheapest product in Drop’s lineup, the backlighting on the ENTR has only white coloring. That might be a turn off for some buyers spoiled by years of RGB gaming keyboards. I personally don’t mind not having RGB here, but the white coloring doesn’t mesh too well with the green and grey combination of the board. Thanks to the board, the white light produces an off yellowish tint. This has a very 1980s IBM feel to it. That aesthetic feel is back in nowadays so this might be a benefit to retro keyboard seekers.Other than that, the Halo True switches fit perfectly in just about any setting as they are relatively dense in weight yet effective with the keystrokes. They’re springy with a suppressed muffle as to not be intrusive or obnoxious to others in your surroundings. The sound that comes out of this mechanical keyboard is deceptively tame in volume and presence. I actually think this would make a terrific office keyboard with this color combination body as well.From a distance and up close, the ENTR has a subtle class and professional demeanor to it. In fact, I feel that way about most of Drop’s mechanical keyboards. Housed in an anodized aluminum casing with doubleshot PBT keycaps, the keyboard is pleasant to the eyes, while durable to the fingertips as well. It’s also a bit heavier than it looks thanks to that metal body. This keyboard can be propped up in only one height on top of laying flat on the table. I think the angle is just about right for most typing or gaming experiences to help alleviate strain during long periods in a certain position. It’s also nice and sturdy without any wobble or flex due to the solid body material.I won’t know for sure how well a keyboard will hold up with everyday use until a couple years later, but at least with doubleshot PBT caps, I have a bit more confidence in it retaining it’s appearance for longer. Drop claims the ENTR will survive over 80 million keystrokes for the 87 keys on this board. Speaking of keystrokes, it has been quite fun messing around with these Halo True switches. There is a distinct retaliation sensation that feels as if the keyboard is putting up a resistance to your finger upon input. The cool thing about these switches is when you try typing with minimal impact and the ENTR registers the command with the key barely moving down. It’s quite fun to watch in slow motion when you’re typing. This is a heavy departure from the sound and feel of something like my Azio Retro keyboard or the light tapping opto-mechanical switches on my Razer Huntsman.The keyboard layout is tenkeyless which means we don’t have a numpad here. Drop isn't known to produce full sized keyboards so this is a norm for them. The key icons are also quite minimalistic, choosing to omit secondary functions like media controls or backlighting from print. I personally like that aesthetic choice on my keyboard and have since memorized my shortcut commands during my time with the Mionix Wei keyboard. I’m also a fan of the font decision Drop uses on their keyboards. With the exception of the shift commands on the num row like the $ and @ signs, every letter and word on the keyboard fits my style to a tee.Lastly, the Drop ENTR plugs into a computer using a USB-C slot. You can bring your own cable to the party as this mechanical keyboard allows for detachable connectivity. That’s terrific for customization with coiled aviator cables. Drop has a bit of a compatibility issue with a lot of their keyboards due to the output of wattage. Fortunately, the ENTR doesn’t seem to be plagued with that same fate as it’s siblings in their current lineup of keyboards.You can’t really go wrong with the Drop ENTR. I personally believe that tenkeyless is the perfect medium for just about every single user in the world. 65% keyboards are getting more popular by the day, but when it comes to versatility and aesthetic presence, tenkeyless keyboards like this one can increase efficiency ever so slightly. At $100, the ENTR is a high quality typing experience that did not disappoint my high expectations from a hip brand. If anything I’m worried now that the ENTR is just a gateway for me to spend way too much money on other Drop products like the Shift and Alt which I’ve been eyeing for a very long time!

I wanted something smaller to save space on the desk and this keyboard does that very well. I also find the keyboard is comfortable to use in its flat setting which feels a lot more ergonomic than keyboards that are always on an angle. The keys have great feedback and the white lighting is very clean and even. Worth the money if you're looking for a more minimalist keyboard that is good quality.

Quality keyboard with clicks but quiet keys.

The media could not be loaded.  The weight of the keyboard is quite heavy, although the switches and stabilizers are dry and not lubed, it does sound great stock if you can ignore the rattling stabilizers. The plate is made of a type of metal which is really aesthetic and makes it sturdy. The keycap fonts are nicely printed and the overall quality of the keyboard is very good. It's a good mechanical keyboard for those with tight wallets.

This keyboard is my first "not absolute bottom of the line" mechanical keyboard. It is heavier than any other keyboard I've had, mostly because of the casing, which is some sort of metal.Typing feels really good although you are working for it - it takes more effort than most membrane keyboard (such as Macbook keyboard, etc.). It's rewarding though.I don't have any complaint with the stabilizers, although I imagine someone with a lot of mechanical keyboard experience would look down at me for saying that. One day I'll build myself a nice keyboard with lubed stabilizers and I'll be able to tell the difference, but for now, I'm quite happy with what I have.I have no complaint for this keyboard, although I wish iso layouts were available (L shaped Enter key).Oh : I wish the switches were hot swappable so I could try different ones.

My drop Entr has become my daily driver. But, I did a fair bit of work to get it here. And that's not work that's easy for someone who doesn't know what they're doing. The price is also higher than I wish it was. I bought mine on a warehouse deal, and at less than a hundred dollars this keyboard is killer deal. At 150 I think it's tough.The switches are really interesting on the board. Gateron yellows are great if you want linear. Nothing to worry about there. The halos are a super interesting switch, but they're a lot heavier than most keyboards you've probably tried. If you like them, you'll love them.The case shell is aluminum but the innards are a cheap plastic tray mount. Still, the keyboard feels premium. The tray mount screws just bite into plastic standoffs, so you don't want to be taking it apart over and over. But you won't need to anyways, because you can't do much inside. The switches are soldered so no easy hot swap.All in all it's a sweet board at the warehouse price!After changing the switches and putting a little bit better key caps on the keyboard I love it. My only wish is that it ran QMK like the rest of drops boards.