The Gateron Unicorn and HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2U switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, however, they come with different spring (18 mm double-stage vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (50 g vs 45 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.90 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 Gateron Unicorn is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm double-stage spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by HippoKeys. Manufactured by Gateron. | The HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2U is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.90mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Sillyworks. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Gateron Unicorn | HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2U |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 18 mm double-stage | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 50 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.90 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | HippoKeys | Sillyworks |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Unicorn is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2U can be found in multiple stores.
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Comments on Gateron Unicorn switches | Comments on HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2U switches |
GATERON Unicorn linear mechanical switch features a two-stage spring that delivers a firm, responsive return and balanced pressure. Its smooth travel and medium-strong actuation make it ideal for users who prefer confident keystrokes without tactile bumps. Designed in collaboration with HippoKeys, this custom switch pairs unique aesthetic appeal with high-performance internals—crafted to satisfy both collectors and daily users alike – Gateron. The Unicorn is an exciting linear switch brought to you by HippoKeys (manufactured by Gateron). The Unicorn is a mysterious and mystical switch. A must-have for any collection. Don't be fooled by it's fun exterior - this switch is a force to be reckoned with! A smooth, medium-strong linear, with a two-stage spring which creates a fast and firm upstroke – SerpentKeys. | Not long after the release of the Hyacinth V2 switch, Sillyworks came up with a new version of it. They are not calling it V3 as you might have expected. Instead, what you see here is the V2U. There is a story behind the V2U. When they started designing the Hyacinth V2 switches, fans begged them to make the new Hyacinth switches to have a longer travel distance and a full purple color. However, due to some manufacturing reasons at the time, Silly decided to make the V2 version a 3.6mm travel linear switch and kept the green stem from the Hyacinth V1s. Silly did not give us what we wanted but he never forgot. After some hard work with HMX and tweaks in designs, they finally came up with a set of molds to make the near-full travel Hyacinth switch come true. Here it goes the V2U as the "U" stands for designed by "U" and designed for "U" (U here represents the enthusiasts) – Unikeys. |
