I love Durgods keyboards I have both the tkl and full size they are well built and very durable keyboards

Seems well built although two key caps popped off I had to click back on. Just press each key down firmly when you first get the keyboard. Can't try the software (Durgod Zeus Engine) because the Chinese website isn't safe (not https) and the software fails to download. A bit on the pricey side for what it is.

UPDATE:

I've had this keyboard for about a year and a half. I'm still very happy with it! If something happened to it, I would gladly buy another. One thing of note: the updater for the software is flakey. Many times, new versions will say that they don't pass an integrity check. I just go to their website and download the latest version when this happens. But I figured it may be a deal breaker for some.

Original Review:

When covid hit, I left my "good" keyboard at the office. I've been making due with a Razor mechanical keyboard with their in house switches. I've always been a fan of Cherry MX Blue switches, so I decided enough was enough and started hunting. I came across the Durgod K310 while looking for inexpensive mechanical keyboards with Cherry MX Blues. It looked promising, so I went for it.

Overall, I really like it! It's built like a tank and the blue switches are a dream to type on. I'm a software developer, so I type for 8+ hours a day. The software took a little bit to find online. It's called Zeus for anyone looking. Just Google "Durgod Zeus".

I like the customizability of the keys. I turned the "context menu" key into a right windows key and my scroll lock became a macro key for a common key combination I do while working. I do kinda wish it has a few macro keys, but that's on me for not expecting that I'd want them.

My one complaint is with the backlit keycaps and even this is being nit picky. The backlit portion does not do a good job of evenly distributing the light across the text. You get a "hot spot" of bright light in the middle that fades off fast so the edges of text is not well lit (see my pictures). But I replaced the keycaps anyway and the new keycaps don't have this issue.

All in all, the k310 is a heck of a lot of value for the money. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one or recommend one to a family member or friend. It's a very good keyboard for the price.

so first, lets get the bad out of the way....

1) the switches. some people may love cherry mx switches... but i personally dont. there is too much wobble in the stem, which is just a side effect of the design.

2) the software leaves a lot to be desired. it is GOOD... it does what it says it can do (macros, key remapping, speed, etc) but it has little annoyances that they are still working out the bugs on (it states pretty clearly that its beta software in the app). it has to stay open and running for anything to work 100% as far as macros or key remapping. but, its just annoyances... it all works.

thats pretty much it for the bad. the good:

1) this board is SOLID. i disassembled mine (yes, i know i voided warranty - but more on that later) and the steel plate the switches are mounted to is THICK and turned up on the edges for even more rigidity.

2) the gunmetal color and white are both nice touches. they look good.

3) the keycaps are pretty impressive. they are pbt doubleshot and have a soft almost velveety feel to them. they are definitely quality caps. every legend is perfect... alignment is perfect... just an amazing set of keycaps.

4) the insides are almost as nice as the outside. there was a lot of care put into this board, and its obvious from the internals.

5) smart placement on the indicator lights. ive had lots of boards that throw the indicators just a few mm above the num lock row. if you are sitting over the board, you can see them.... but lean back in your seat a little, and they are impossible to see. not this board! they are smartly placed inline with the top row, so they are visible from any angle, and are noticeable but not bright so they arent distracting. really smart layout.

5) detachable usb-c cable. and get this... they groove the usb-c area to allow you to plug the thing in without even looking (if you use their cable that is). but, the grooves arent in the way, so any cable will work just fine. thats a smart idea and nice touch. the little things really make an impact.

6) they include BOTH a usb-c to usb-c cable, and a usb-c to usb-a cable, so no matter what... as long as you have an open usb port, you can use it. boards that cost twice this much barely include 1 of the options.

7) the stabilizers - WOW. when i opened this board up to start working, i expected to find cheap stabilizers. i was surprised to find pre-modded (clipped) cherry stabilizers that were well lubed. this makes ALL the difference when typing. as a result, there is ZERO rattle on this board. just nice solid clicks.

i was given one of these boards, and loved it so much (which is rare, because as i said - i hate cherry switches) that i bought a second one. when i did, i decided to open up the one that was given to me, and desolder every switch in there. i replaced them with Novelkeys + Kailh Box Heavy Burnt Orange switches, and as soon as i finished (which was no quick task) the difference was night and day. this is my new favorite board... i absolutely love it now. the heavy orange switches give this thing a solid thunk when typing, and just enough resistance and tactility that its absolutely perfection. (DURGOD: IF YOU READ THIS - PLEASE CONSIDER KAILH BOX SWITCHES IN THE FUTURE!)

This is an amazing board, at an amazing price. if you like cherry switches, this keyboard is a no brainer - it is perfection. but even if you dont... its absolutely worth the time consider buying this as to use as a kit and replace the switches with something you like. the switches are all plate mounted, and easy to do with a few hours and $40-80 worth of switches. (warning: not recommended for someone new to soldering or building your own keyboard)

the end result on this board is something i would have gladly paid hundreds for. but i did it for less than $150, and a few hours time. well worth it.

This keyboard is sturdy and has a nice feel when typing. I use this at work so the Cherry Brown doesn't disturb my co-workers but gives me the right amount of tactile feel and clicky sound. With all that good, the key caps keep breaking. The connectors crack in half. I've had the keyboard since April and I've already had two keys break. I was able to get my first broken key replaced but it took almost two months to get a replacement. A big ding on an otherwise enjoyable keyboard!