With the sheer amount of keyboards available in the market today, there's plenty of innovation happening constantly. Whether it's minor things, like the introduction of new switches, or drastic changes like the ever-decreasing sizes of keyboards becoming commonplace. However, sometimes a keyboard doesn't need to change the world — it just needs to be good.
Enter the Ducky Zero 6108. With the latest keyboard from the Taiwan-based company, it doesn't reinvent the wheel or bring any new and exciting features that make it stand out from the crowd. Instead, it's a solid keyboard that delivers exactly what it says on the label — for better or worse.
I've heard great things about Ducky for years now, especially in the mechanical keyboard community. While there are plenty of specialized keyboards that many die-hard keeb enthusiasts likely prefer, Ducky has found itself as somewhat of a bridge between casual audiences and the fanatics.
While the best gaming keyboard list is filled with the likes of the Razer BlackWidow V4 or the ASUS ROG Falchion RX, Ducky is still a contender. The Ducky x Doom keyboard I reviewed a few months ago offered a great experience, even if the lackluster lighting and disappointing decal put a damper on a great keeb. Fortunately, the Ducky Zero 6108 keeps things a lot more simple than the limited-edition One 3 I tested.
Coming in two colorways, black or white, the Ducky Zero 6108 offers the same differing switches that many expect from the company. Notably, the 6108 offers wired or wireless via Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz, giving you more freedom to connect your new keeb to your device. My review sample came in Pure White, with the Cherry MX2A Red switches. However, if you're not a fan of the switch options that Ducky offers, Ducky continues to allow you to swap out switches thanks to a hot-swappable PCB.
That being said, I really love typing on the PBT keycaps with the MX2A Red switches. PBT remains a truly solid material to type on, and the Red switches have a great feedback without forcing anyone in the room with me to cover their ears due to how loud they are, unlike my experience with the Huntsman V3 Pro. I still prefer the quiet, linear feedback of the aforementioned ASUS ROG Falchion RX, but the typing quality on the Zero 6108 is definitely high on my list.
The Ducky Zero 6108 also has a lot of weight to it. It's not exactly an easy keyboard to carry around, so if you need something that's light enough to throw into your bag often, you need to look elsewhere. However, for gaming, it does stay put during intense matches and titles, and I like how it stays put unless you use quite a bit of force.
Unfortunately, much like the Ducky x Doom keyboard I reviewed a few months back, there's no software here. For many, that will be a huge positive, but I like being able to control the keyboard using a simple app. All of the controls are on the hardware itself, and that means learning different key combinations to change lighting, adjust the wireless connection mode, and more. I'd certainly prefer a small switch between wired, 2.4GHz, and Bluetooth instead.
Of course, for a select amount of people, a lack of software is certainly a bonus. It's great to have all of the options on the keyboard itself, as opposed to downloading some additional apps on your PC. For myself, that's just a pain, but I can truly see why some will prefer this approach. However, I do love that the included keycap / dongle holder gives you a place to store your USB 2.4 GHz dongle directly on the keeb.
That being said, for roughly $100 / £100, it's hard to be underwhelmed by the Ducky Zero 6108 at all. It's a solid entry-level mechanical keyboard that comes in a variety of switches, while still offering different connectivity options for those who prefer wired or wireless. The typing experience is extremely satisfying, and while the lack of software may put off some potential buyers, it's a great bit of tech that doesn't innovate on the market — but for this price, who's complaining?
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