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Well, since the Greetech Brown is a standard MX mechanical switch and the Kailh Choc (V1) Brown is a , the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The Greetech Brown is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (standard shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. | The Kailh Choc (V1) Brown is a tactile with top housing, bottom housing, and stem ( shape). The 60g actuation occurs at 1.50mm. Bottom-out is at 3mm. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Greetech Brown | Kailh Choc (V1) Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | - | - |
| Bottom housing | - | - |
| Stem material | - | - |
| Stem shape | standard | - |
| Spring | - | - |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 50 g | 60 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.50 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3 mm |
| Lube | unknown | unknown |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | - | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kailh Choc (V1) Brown is much more widely available, but the Greetech Brown is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Greetech Brown and Kailh Choc (V1) Brown 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!
Comments on Greetech Brown switches | Comments on Kailh Choc (V1) Brown switches |
No comments on Greetech Brown switches. | Kailh Low Profile Choc Brown switches are lower profile versions of your classical tactile MX switches. The V1 Choc switches are only compatible with specific Choc PCB and keycaps. The V1 Choc Brown switches offer a similar feel and tactility to the Kailh Box Browns, but due to the low profile format have a lower actuation force and less travel distance. Despite the compact format these switches are still rated for over 50 million cycles. |
