Compare GMK Nightshade vs Keyreative KAT Retrobytes Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the GMK Nightshade and Keyreative KAT Retrobytes and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each keycap at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Main differences	Released in 2024 Cherry profile ABS material ISO, ANSI layout Double-shot legends 1.5mm thickness Sculpted profile	Released in 2025 KAT profile PBT material ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE layout Dye-sublimation legends 1.7mm thickness Supports 40% layouts
Name	Name GMK Nightshade	Name Keyreative KAT Retrobytes
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2025
Profile	Profile Cherry	Profile KAT
Sculpted	Sculpted	Sculpted
Material	Material ABS	Material PBT
Layout standard	Layout standard ISO, ANSI	Layout standard ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE
Sub-Legends	Sub-Legends -	Sub-Legends -
Shine through	Shine through	Shine through
Wall thickness	Wall thickness 1.5mm	Wall thickness 1.7mm
Legend method	Legend method Double-shot	Legend method Dye-sublimation
Pudding style	Pudding style	Pudding style