The HMX Crisp and Wuque Studio WS POM+ switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 vs POM), spring (22 mm single-stage extended KOS vs 22 mm double-stage), actuation (48 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 3.60 mm). 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 HMX Crisp is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage extended KOS spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by WY. Manufactured by HMX. | The Wuque Studio WS POM+ is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Wuque Studio. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | HMX Crisp | Wuque Studio WS POM+ |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 | POM |
| Bottom housing | POM | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage extended KOS | 22 mm double-stage |
| Actuation | 48 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | WY | Wuque Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Crisp is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Wuque Studio WS POM+ can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Crisp and Wuque Studio WS POM+ 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 HMX Crisp switches | Comments on Wuque Studio WS POM+ switches |
The HMX Crisp linear switch features HMX's newest stem and housing molds; Its POM stem and PA12 top housing ensures a smooth typing experience while the POM bottom housing creates a clacky and solid overall sound profile. Great news for those who love keyboards that shine, the Crisp switch comes with HMX's newest light diffusers for better RGB performance – Unikeys. | No comments on Wuque Studio WS POM+ switches. |
