The Gateron x Bowl L'Orange and Kinetic Labs Moon V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g actuation, - mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA66 vs Nylon PA66), bottom housing (PA66 + fiberglass blend vs Nylon PA66), spring (20 mm single-stage vs stainless steel), bottom-out force (60 g vs 63.5 g). That said, they are quite 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 x Bowl L'Orange is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 top housing, PA66 + fiberglass blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Bowl Keyboards & Keebscape. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Kinetic Labs Moon V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Designed by Kinetic Labs. Manufactured by Agile. |
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| Name | Gateron x Bowl L'Orange | Kinetic Labs Moon V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 | Nylon PA66 |
| Bottom housing | PA66 + fiberglass blend | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage | stainless steel |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 63.5 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | unknown Hand lubed from the factory using Krytox 205g0. |
| Designer | Bowl Keyboards & Keebscape | Kinetic Labs |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Agile |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kinetic Labs Moon V2 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron x Bowl L'Orange can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron x Bowl L'Orange and Kinetic Labs Moon V2 switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
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Gateron L'Orange is a new full travel switch designed by Bowl Keyboards and Keebscape, so you know it's gonna be good – KeebzNCables. | Improved V2 Version: Featuring tighter tolerances and more evenly distributed hand lubrication. The manufacturer has a team dedicated to lubricating Moon switches by hand with Krytox 205g0, so no further lubrication is needed on this switch, and they're ready to use out of the box – Kinetic Labs. |
