I've tried both and while there are some differences between the two. But both follow the same formula for a strong tactile MX switch. Just gotta lube + film them, and they're fine switches. It's worth reading the ThereminGoat reviews on both if you're set on only these 2 switches. But both Drop and Glorious have acted like total scumbags multiple times before so I'm not too keen on giving either one my money.
Drop has had issues with previous batches being pre-lubed inconsistently. I remember that they said that they were going to stop having them pre-lubed, and new batches were still coming out with the same bad lube job from the factory. They also had a dispute with Input Club over the original Halo switch.
Glorious has stolen keycap designs, and also attempted to trademark the name "Holy Panda."
Boba u4t's are a well-reviewed alternative to both and are much cheaper than the Drop pandas, and are available in most regions. Plus the housings are super tight so you don't even have to film them.
My only experience with them is trying them out at meetups. The switches feel super nice to use though, they felt about medium weight and were incredibly smooth, even when stock. Honestly the feel gives those price-gouged "premium" pre-lubed switches a run for their money. Although there are a couple downsides, mainly the limited spring selection for spring swaps and as far as I know your only choice of plate is a steel one.
Lack of choice is a downside if you are looking to go a more custom route, but if you aren't then it's one of the best stock keyboards I've tried out!
Moved from reddit and I'm starting off with my favorite custom board. Hope to see some more stuff here!
Kage SE with NOS Alps SKCM blue on an aluminum plate. Keycaps are Tai-hao Alps mount ABS doubleshot WoB.
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