YMDK 128 PBT Double Shot Shine Through OEM Pudding Keycaps Review (2026)

What pudding keycaps do

Pudding keycaps use an opaque top layer for the printed legend paired with a translucent lower skirt, so RGB backlighting shines through the sides and bottom of each cap instead of only glowing through the legend itself. This set uses double shot PBT construction, where two layers of plastic are molded together so the legend is a solid piece of plastic rather than a printed layer that can wear off over time, which is more durable than the pad-printed or UV-printed legends found on cheaper keycap sets. The 128-key count includes a full 104-key set plus extra keys sized for 61, 68 and 71-key compact layouts, giving flexibility across several board sizes from one purchase.

Layout compatibility to check first

This set is built for standard ANSI and ISO layouts with a bottom row of one 6.25u spacebar and seven 1.25u modifier keys, which covers most mainstream mechanical keyboards but will not perfectly fit boards using a nonstandard bottom row split. The listing also notes it is not compatible with Corsair or Logitech keyboards, or with some older Cherry-brand boards where the spacebar or caps lock stabilizer holes differ from the standard layout. Before buying, matching the keyboard's actual bottom row layout, rather than assuming any 104-key board will fit, avoids ending up with a few keys that do not sit flush.

Build quality and durability

Double shot PBT is generally the more durable option compared with single shot ABS keycaps, resisting the shiny, worn look that ABS caps develop on frequently used keys after months of finger oil contact. Because the legend is molded rather than printed, it will not fade or wear away even after years of heavy typing, which matters most for keys like WASD, Enter and Space that see far more presses than the rest of the board. PBT plastic also tends to have a slightly rougher, matte texture under the fingers than ABS, which some typists prefer for grip during fast typing or gaming.

RGB effect and where it shines

Because light passes through the translucent lower portion of each key rather than only the legend, per-key RGB effects and lighting animations read more clearly across the whole board, since the glow spreads around each keycap's base rather than staying confined to a thin printed character. This makes the set a strong match for keyboards built around showing off RGB lighting, such as gaming boards with per-key or zone lighting, more than for minimalist setups where backlighting is only a secondary feature. Buyers who mainly want a clean, low-key look without a strong RGB glow may prefer a solid, non-pudding keycap set instead.

Who should buy this set

This set suits anyone building or upgrading an RGB mechanical keyboard with a standard ANSI or ISO bottom row who wants durable, double shot PBT keycaps that let backlighting shine through clearly around each key. The 128-key count covering full-size down to several 60 to 70 percent layouts makes it a reasonably flexible one-time purchase for someone who owns, or expects to own, more than one board size. Buyers with a Corsair, Logitech, or older nonstandard Cherry board, or anyone who prefers a subtler lighting look, should confirm fit carefully or consider a different keycap style altogether.

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