Inspiration

Inspired by Dieter Rams' timeless "Less, but Better" philosophy, Openkey Design returns with a new theme: "Dark Theme."

This theme features two colorways:

Dark Keycaps: Crafted with five-sided dye-sublimation for a completely integrated, inky black aesthetic.

Grey Keycaps: Utilizing single-sided dye-sublimation, offering extreme restraint and a perfect complement to the dark theme.

There are no superfluous designs, only clear and easy-to-read legends and symbols, serving the most essential typing experience. Building upon the R1 foundation, it retains extensive key layout support. With PBTfans' renowned excellent materials and craftsmanship, the keycaps are thick, dry to the touch, and built to last.

"Less, but Better - Dark Theme" — Designed by Openkey Design and manufactured by PBTfans, created for those who seek profound simplicity.

Specs

Material: PBT material
Profile: Cherry profile
Production Method: Dye-sub and Reverse Dye-sub
Manufacturer: PBTfans
Packaging: ABS keycaps tray with a designed tray cover
Friendly Reminds: Only keycaps included, no keyboard
Compatibility: Cherry MX switches and MX-style clones
Designer: Openkey Design

QC Standard

PBTfans Keycap QC Standard: Link

Update

The keycaps set is under Reverse dye-sub and will be completed around Dec 17th(Updated on12/10/2025 )
The production will be completed around December 15th (Updated on 11.18/2025)
Pre-order date: 09/29/2025 - 10/29/2025
Estimated shipping date: Around the end of December
Kit renders are not final; a white base kit option will also be available.

About PBTfans dyesub Keycaps

The main material of the keycaps is PBT, but we have incorporated "glass microspheres" into the design. Unlike conventional PBT, this unique blend produces a clearer, crisper sound, giving it a Hi-Fi quality. The keycap thickness is approximately 1.3mm, and the surface texture offers a skin-like feel, distinctly different from our dual-color surface.

Vendor

USA: Divinikey
DE: MonacoKeys
Global: KBDfans
UK: Prototypist
TH: Aiglatson Studio
JP: Yushakobo
CA: Deskhero

Friendly reminder

The legends on R2 PBTfans Less, but better keycaps set appear greenish.

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