SquidBox Review

The SquidBox Classic MK2
PriceSquidBoxArcades
ReleaseJanuary 2022
CompatibilityNS / PS4 / PS3 / PC / Android
Dimensions9.4″ x 6.3″ x 0.7″
Weight1.76
Cable2 m

Performance

The SquidBox features hot-swapping, so you can choose your own switches from the wide catalog of Kailh Choc V1 & V2 switches. The SquidBox comes with red Kailh Choc V2 switches by default. Their performance complements the buttons quite well. The buttons are essentially injection-molded keycaps that feel good. Punk Workshop buttons are compatible too. The secondary buttons are 3D-printed.

Hardware

The SquidBox is handmade and assembled in France. It is made of CNC-machined aluminum with a bead-blasted finish. The PCB is the Raspberry Pi Pico with the GP2040-CE firmware. A braided cable is included. A drawstring bag is also included.

Appearance

You can order your SquidBox with custom art if you like. If you would like custom art for it, we at The Arcade Stick have a custom artwork service. For example, our Carlos Martinez put together these artworks for clients’ SquidBoxes:

Guile
Goku
Cho'Gath

Conclusion

The SquidBox offers a variety of options for those who need a mini hitbox with some flexibility.

  • Hot-swappable switches
  • Good buttons
  • Customizable art
  • Compact
  • Thin
  • Light

Rating

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

See Also

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