Final Thoughts
Mountain definitely burst on to the keyboard scene with the Everest Max. It was so cool that it had modular accessories and one of them even had an LCD screen. While we really enjoyed that keyboard, it was just a bit big for many users. Now with the Everest 60 in the 60% form factor you have a keyboard that will appeal to those who really prefer a smaller keyboard. Not only did Mountain make the keyboard smaller, they also implemented many features that you would find on custom and more boutique keyboards.
This includes their own factory lubed mechanical key switches, Cherry plate-mounted stabilizers which are also lubed, PBT keycaps, and sound great sound dampening. All of these new additions to the keyboard really give you a great typing experience with an even more satisfying sound. To be honest I just expected a smaller version of the Everest Max, so seeing that they listened to feedback and added these features is really impressive.
The Everest 60 number pad has the same build quality and components that the keyboard does and it is a nice add-on. The thing that is cool about it, is that it is modular and you can attach it to either side of the keyboard. I could easily see myself using on the right side when doing work where numbers were involved, putting it away when I was just typing and writing reviews, and using it on the left side when I was playing some type of RTS MMO game where I had macros set.
Another cool thing about this keyboard is that there are three available USB ports the included USB cable. The really allows you to choose how the cable comes off the keyboard and gives you a lot of flexibility if you planned on getting a coiled cable down the line.
If anything I really would love to see a white version of this keyboard. Mountain does offer a handful of different keycap sets ($16), but they only look so good with that black casing. I think if you want to compete with the 60% keyboard space you really need a bunch of different customization options.
At the end of the day I am very impressed with what Mountain has done with the Everest 60. It is not just your typical 60% “gaming” keyboard, it feels like a good mix between a gaming keyboard and a custom keyboard. Right now you can pick up the keyboard directly from Mountain for $109.99 if you want to add the number pad that goes up to $135.99. Overall ThinkComputers gives the Mountain Everest 60 Gaming Keyboard a 9 out of 10 score.
Pros:
– Small and compact
– Detachable cable & 3 different USB ports to plug into
– Use of Cherry stabilizers
– Use of sound dampening material
– Great feel and sound
– Optional modular number pad
Cons:
– Only available in a black casing
– Lots of competition in the 60% space
