ISO PBT Keycap Sets Compared: Gray White Mint vs Iceberg
By Keychron | Custom Mechanical Keyboards for Mac, Windows ... | Published: 2026-11-05
Category: Comparisons
Compare Keychron's Gray White Mint and Iceberg ISO PBT keycap sets on layout coverage, profile, and value to pick the right fit for your board.
Quick answer
Choose the Gray White Mint set if you need broad ISO layout coverage (Swiss, DE, Spanish, Nordic, French, or UK) and prefer OEM profile. Choose the Iceberg set if you want a Cherry profile and only need Nordic ISO coverage, especially at its lower price.
Layout coverage: one set fits many, the other is Nordic-only
The Gray White Mint set includes keycaps for Swiss, German, Spanish, Nordic, French, and UK ISO layouts, so it works across multiple language boards. The Iceberg set is specifically for Nordic ISO layouts, which keeps its keycap count and price lower but limits compatibility to Nordic users.
If you own or plan to buy a keyboard with a non-Nordic ISO layout, Gray White Mint is the safer choice. If you only type on a Nordic layout, Iceberg covers your needs without extra keycaps you won't use.
Profile and feel: OEM vs Cherry changes your typing angle
Gray White Mint uses OEM profile, which is taller and has a more sculpted row height. Iceberg uses Cherry profile, which is shorter and often feels flatter. Neither is inherently better; the right choice depends on your typing posture and whether you prefer a pronounced curve under your fingers.
Both sets are dye-sublimated PBT, so legends resist wear and the plastic has a textured, matte feel. The OEM set may suit typists who like a taller, more contoured keycap, while the Cherry set may appeal to those who want a lower, more uniform profile.
Price and value: pay for coverage or save on simplicity
At catalog prices, the Iceberg set is less expensive, reflecting its narrower layout support. The Gray White Mint set costs more but includes keycaps for six ISO language layouts, which can be worthwhile if you swap between boards or want flexibility for future builds.
If budget is tight and you only need Nordic ISO, Iceberg delivers the same PBT dye-sub construction for less. If you might need other ISO layouts later, Gray White Mint avoids buying a second set.
Trade-offs to weigh
- Layout flexibility vs. focused coverage: Gray White Mint supports six ISO language layouts; Iceberg supports only Nordic ISO. Choose Gray White Mint if you need multi-layout coverage; choose Iceberg if Nordic is all you need. List the ISO layouts you actually use before deciding.
- OEM height vs. Cherry flatness: OEM profile is taller and more sculpted; Cherry profile is shorter and flatter. Pick based on whether you prefer a pronounced curve or a lower, even feel. If you're unsure, try a single keycap in each profile before committing to a full set.
- Upfront cost vs. long-term versatility: Iceberg costs less but locks you into Nordic ISO; Gray White Mint costs more but gives you keycaps for multiple layouts in one purchase. Factor in whether you might change keyboard layouts later.
Product facts
- ISO OEM Dye-Sub PBT Full Set Keycap Set - Gray White Mint: Includes keycaps for Swiss, DE, Spanish, Nordic, French, or UK ISO layout keyboards. One set covers multiple language layouts, so you can move it between different ISO boards without buying extra keycaps.
ISO OEM Dye-Sub PBT Full Set Keycap Set - Gray White Mint - ISO Cherry Profile Dye-Sub PBT Full Set Keycap Set - Iceberg: Designed for Nordic ISO layout keyboards. It fits Nordic ISO boards directly, but won't cover other language layouts, so check your layout before ordering.
ISO Cherry Profile Dye-Sub PBT Full Set Keycap Set - Iceberg
Who should choose which
Best for
- Typists who use or plan to use multiple ISO language layouts (Swiss, DE, Spanish, Nordic, French, UK) and prefer OEM profile.
- Users who want one keycap set that can move between different ISO keyboards.
Not for
- Nordic-only typists who want the lowest-cost option and prefer Cherry profile.
- Anyone who needs a set for a non-ISO keyboard or a layout not listed in the compatibility.
