Gateron EF EverFree Grayish switch
The Gateron EF EverFree Grayish is a tactile mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). It features a dual-stage spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 3.40mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron.

Where to buy Gateron EF EverFree Grayish switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron EF EverFree Grayish switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Currency:
| Store | Area | Offer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DiviniKey | US | 4.86 USD / 18 pcs | 0.27 USD | buy | |
| Kinetic Labs | US | 5.04 USD / 18 pcs | 0.28 USD | buy | |
| InputGear | DE | 0.29 EUR / 1 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.33 USD | buy | |
| SerpentKeys | UK | 2.66 GBP / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.35 USD | buy | |
| Lume Keebs | US | 2.52 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS) | 0.25 USD | sold out | |
| Pantheonkeys | SG | 3.72 SGD / 10 pcs 2% off, KBDNEWS | 0.29 USD | sold out | |
| MonacoKeys | DE | 3.14 EUR / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.36 USD | sold out |
Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Gateron EF EverFree Grayish data sheet
| Name | Gateron EF EverFree Grayish |
|---|---|
| Type | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Stem | POM standard |
| Spring | dual-stage |
| Tactile force | - g |
| Actuation | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | - g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Light factory lubed. |
| Designer | unknown |
| Manufacturer | Gateron |
Comments on Gateron EF EverFree Grayish switches
Gateron's EF Grayish switch is a switch under a new sub-brand of Gateron named Ever Free (EF) that aims to produce high quality switches at a more affordable price range. The switch is made using a new mold and design, delivering exceptional smoothness. Initially targeted at the Asian market, the EF switches have garnered such demand that it is now venturing into Western markets as well. These Grayish switches are a heavy tactile switch with the classic material combination. These switches are a great go-to option for a high performance tactile – Lume Keebs.
Gateron EF EverFree Grayish alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Gateron EF EverFree Grayish, our reference switch. Competitors with comparable specs across parameters like switch type, housing material, actuation and bottom-out forces and travel distances — even color. Not perfect matches but the closest results in order of similarity.
| Sim. | Similar switches | Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94% | Gateron Lanes tactile, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 60/0gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Gateron Green Apple tactile, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 63/0gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Gateron POM Chocolate Smoothie tactile, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 55/0gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) tactile, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 59/67gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Gateron Jupiter Banana tactile, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 59/69gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | MMD Holy Panda V3 tactile, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 45/60gF, 2.2/3.2mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Gateron KS-9 Brown tactile, 3-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 55/0gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Chosfox Voyager V2 tactile, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 45/62gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Gateron Beer tactile, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM, 38/50gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | HMX Sandstorm tactile, 5-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM, 50/58gF, 2.3/3.1mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | HMX Hydra tactile, 5-pin, PC/P2/POM, 42/50gF, 2.3/3.1mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for tactile mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 59g actuation occuring at 2mm. Bottom-out being about 3.40mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Gateron EF EverFree Grayish.