The Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent and HMX Moksae switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon vs PA66 Nylon), stem material (POM + silicone dampeners vs POM + TPE (double-shot stem)), spring (stainless steel vs 22 mm single-stage extended KOS), actuation (54 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (57.5 g vs 53 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.80 mm). That said, they are not too 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 Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampeners stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The operating force is 54g. The 57.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Built-in dampeners on switch stem minimize noise. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Kineric Labs. Manufactured by Gateron. | The HMX Moksae is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM + TPE (double-shot stem) stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage extended KOS spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by SPM x SOULCAT. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent | HMX Moksae |
|---|---|---|
| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | POM + silicone dampeners | POM + TPE (double-shot stem) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 22 mm single-stage extended KOS |
| Actuation | 54 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 57.5 g | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.80 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. |
| Designer | Kineric Labs | SPM x SOULCAT |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent and HMX Moksae switches is exactly the same:
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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!
Comments on Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent switches | Comments on HMX Moksae switches |
No comments on Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent switches. | The Moksae silent linear switch is the newest MX style silent linear switch made by HMX. Different from the Silent Sakura switches, the Moksae switches come with a MX stem and a double-shot stem as a better silencing mechanism. These switches are perfect for daily typing duties and office work. They are silent enough not to bother your colleagues, and the bottom-out feel is not mushy, which means they won't bother you either. You can enjoy a quiet and mushy-free typing experience with these switches – Unikeys. |
