Epomaker Budgerigar is a tactile mechanical switch from Epomaker released in January 2023 with a 47 gf operating force and 2 mm pre-travel, 3.8 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of At least 100 million keystrokes.
Three focused profiles from published switch specifications. No overall score is generated because feel and use case are personal.
Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.
Measures bump or click intensity. It uses feel type and tactile-force rise. Higher scores mean stronger feedback.
Measures published lifespan evidence. It uses documented construction details. It does not predict real-world reliability.
Epomaker Budgerigar
Epomaker
Epomaker
Bird Series
Yellow / Pale Green
January 2023
Available
Mechanical
Tactile
MX
5-pin
40 ± 5 gf
47 ± 10 gf
60 ± 10 gf
55 ± 10 gf
2 ± 0.5 mm
3.8 ± 0.2 mm
0.50 mm
No
No
No
No
Tactile
Standard MX
No
Medium
Thocky
PA66
PA66
POM
Dual-stage
21.00 mm
60 gf
Solid
Light factory lubrication on leaf contacts and slider tracks
No
Yes
At least 100 M cycles
5
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Gold-plated copper
Editor's Note: The Epomaker Budgerigar is a renowned medium-weight tactile switch known for its pronounced tactile bump and satisfyingly deep sound signature. Equipped with full nylon housing components and a POM stem, it delivers a deep, grounded "thock" rather than high-pitched clatter. Actuating at 47gf with a prominent 55gf tactile crest and a 21mm dual-stage spring, it provides authoritative physical confirmation on every stroke with minimal stem tilt.
A three-axis view of compatible-keyboard input capability, tactile profile, and published durability evidence. Missing evidence remains unavailable rather than being scored as zero.
Gaming capability, tactile intensity, and build durability (0 to 100)
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The Epomaker Budgerigar is a Mechanical switch from Epomaker with a Tactile feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.
The Epomaker Budgerigar has an operating force of 47 gf. That sits in the common middle range for everyday typing and gaming.
The Epomaker Budgerigar has a pre-travel of 2.00 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.
The Epomaker Budgerigar has a total travel distance of 3.80 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.
The Epomaker Budgerigar lists tactile force: 55 gf, tactile position: 0.50 mm. These specs describe how noticeable the bump or click feels during a keypress.
The Epomaker Budgerigar is listed as 5-pin, MX keycap compatibility is yes, and hot-swap compatibility is yes. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.
Yes. The Epomaker Budgerigar is listed as factory lubed. Factory lubrication can affect out-of-box smoothness and sound, but its effect can vary with the keyboard build and keycaps.
Available sound-related specs for the Epomaker Budgerigar include sound profile: Thocky, sound level: Medium. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.
The Epomaker Budgerigar is rated for At least 100 M cycles. Lifespan ratings are lab-cycle estimates, so real-world durability can also depend on build quality and usage.
The Epomaker Budgerigar lists top housing: PA66, bottom housing: PA66, stem: POM, contact: Gold-plated copper. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.
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