| Price | AliExpress |
| Release | April 2024 |
| Compatibility | PS5 / XSX / NS / PC |
| Dimensions | 13.8″ x 7.9″ x 1.8″ |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs |
| Cable | 3 m |
Other Editions
Introduction
The FightBox K1 is a metallic-acrylic leverless controller that can come in white or black. Other editions in the K series include the K2, K10, and K10-EX. The K2 has a joystick, while the K10 series has three extra buttons.
The K1 has Crown SDB-203C buttons that are 24 mm, except for the jump button, which is 30 mm. The switches are Cherry MX Speed Silvers with a 1.2 mm actuation, 45 g actuation force, and up to 50 million presses. The cable is USB-B to A, and there are six anti-slip feet at the bottom for stability purposes.
The PC edition’s SOCD cleaning modes include neutral, up priority, and last win. You see, there are different PCB options for the K1 that range from the RAC-C800 to the Brook UFB Fusion.
If you opt for the Brook UFB Fusion, the function buttons in the back would act as R3, L3, share, and touchpad buttons. There should be two buttons on the K1’s side for home and options as well.
Performance
The K1’s buttons provide some nice feedback per press, and the switches are fast yet smooth and quiet. Just like standard leverless controllers, the jump button being bigger than the rest allows you to press it with your thumb’s side.
The Baolian function buttons are stiffer, which is a blessing in disguise because there is a lower chance you will press them accidentally while using the K1.
Because of SOCD cleaning support, so you should not be disqualified from a tournament for pressing and activating opposite directions simultaneously when you compete with the K1.
Hardware
The K1’s case material is metal that feels good, and the panel material is acrylic that is not malleable. Plus, the weight is decent. The rubber feet are stable enough to not make the controller slide during play, but it is also possible to push the controller around if you want.
The K1’s case is fairly thin, though you will notice that the wiring inside is neat, which is impressive. With that being said, opening up the case may take you longer than average.
You can remove the six bottom screws with a tool like the Philips PH1 screwdriver. You can then use a long flathead screwdriver to access the top panel plastic nail retainers through the K1’s bottom.
After that, remove the two USB screws, a useful implementation that allows you to replace the K1’s USB port if needed, and voila! You are done.
Appearance
The combination of white, black, and red works quite nicely for the K1. Again, you can choose a primarily black edition too. In any case, the finish is of a decent quality.
Admittedly, if you choose the black edition, the top acrylic panel can show fingerprint smudges, but that is expected with acrylic, and you can always wipe down smudges with a baby towel.
If you would like custom art for your FightBox K1, our artist Felipe Fernandez can help you with that. The truth of the matter is he has already created a custom design with a similar template and can do the same for you, dear reader:
Conclusion
Quality buttons and solid hardware make the FightBox K1 one of the best deals on the market.
- Quality buttons
- Decent acrylic
- Moderate weight
- Neat wiring
- Replaceable port
- Custom art option
- Multiple variations
- Diverse compatibility
- Fingerprint smudges
- Burdensome unscrewing
Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐