The Akko Botany and Keygeek Crepe switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 45 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 vs PC), bottom housing (Nylon PA6 vs P4), stem material (Nylon (Pro) vs PBT), spring (21.8 mm vs 21.5/18 mm KOS single-stage extended), actuation (38 g vs 37 g). That said, they are only slightly similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Akko Botany is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 top housing, Nylon PA6 bottom housing, and Nylon (Pro) stem (standard shape). It features a 21.8 mm spring. The 38g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Akko. | The Keygeek Crepe is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P4 bottom housing, and PBT stem (standard shape). It features a 21.5/18 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by GearPod. Manufactured by Keygeek. |
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| Name | Akko Botany | Keygeek Crepe |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA6 | P4 |
| Stem material | Nylon (Pro) | PBT |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21.8 mm | 21.5/18 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 38 g | 37 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. Everything else is dry. There is no lube in the bottom housing or anywhere near the stem pole. The chance that these get lube pooling issue is very small. |
| Designer | Akko | GearPod |
| Manufacturer | - | Keygeek |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Akko Botany is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Keygeek Crepe can be found in multiple stores.
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Akko Botany is a mid-pitched version of Rosewood with a clear bottom-out sound profile. The color of the switch is inspired by “Haworthia cooperi” in a light bluish green pattern. The switch features our custom Nylon (Pro) stem, a PA12 blend top cover, and a PA6 bottom housing, creating a unique material combination – Akkogear.eu. | The Keygeek Crepe linear switch is a unique linear switch that delivers a clean, full-bodied, and satisfyingly clacky typing experience. As Keygeek’s first switch to feature a custom PBT stem, the Crepe introduces improved rigidity and durability while producing the crisp acoustic profile that PBT is known for. The Keygeek Crepe is designed around a carefully balanced material combination that creates a lively yet smooth sound signature: PBT Stem - Naturally crisp and clacky with enhanced rigidity for a more defined bottom-out sound. P4 Blend bottom housing - Adds fullness and depth to the overall typing acoustics. PC top housing – Maintains an ultra-smooth keypress while keeping the sound clean and consistent. Together, these materials create a bright and full-sounding typing experience that feels responsive, refined, and enjoyable during long typing sessions. The Crepe switch also introduces Keygeek’s updated top housing structure. The stem-to-top housing contact point now uses a stripe-shaped surface design, helping improve top-out acoustics and creating a cleaner, more controlled sound signature. Keygeek Crepe comes factory lubed using Keygeek’s newest lubrication process. Lube is applied precisely to maintain a buttery smooth feel without excessive oiliness, preserving both switch smoothness and sound clarity straight out of the box – Unikeys. |
