The HMX Dirty Pink and HMX Caramel Pudding V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA12 Nylon top housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (PA66 Nylon vs P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass)), stem material (H2 vs H1 blend), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS), actuation (50 g vs 37 g), bottom-out force (57 g vs 45 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.70 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 HMX Dirty Pink is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and H2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 57g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by YG. Manufactured by HMX. | The HMX Caramel Pudding V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass) bottom housing, and H1 blend stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Lucky Pudding Studio. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Dirty Pink | HMX Caramel Pudding V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 Nylon | PA12 Nylon |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass) |
| Stem material | H2 | H1 blend |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS |
| Actuation | 50 g | 37 g |
| Bottom-out | 57 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! 205g0 on the stem legs and sliders. | Factory lubing? Yes! Dry pole & base |
| Designer | YG | Lucky Pudding Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Caramel Pudding V2 is much more widely available, but the HMX Dirty Pink is also available in stores.
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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!
HMX Dirty Pink sound test | HMX Caramel Pudding V2 sound test |
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Comments on HMX Dirty Pink switches | Comments on HMX Caramel Pudding V2 switches |
A creamy, thocky linear for anyone who prefers a calm, rounded sound over aggressive clack. The carefully tuned material combination – HMX's H2 blend, PA12 top and PA66 bottom – delivers a deeper, softer sound profile with a pleasantly muted bottom-out and a smooth, controlled keypress. Built using HMX's new L3 mold for tighter tolerances and minimal stem wobble. Factory-lubed with 205g0 on the stem legs and sliders – a refined creamy linear for builds aiming at a soft, deep sound signature – MonacoKeys. | The legendary switch crowned by the custom community as the "Ceiling of HMX Deep Thock" has evolved. Designed by Lucky Pudding and crafted by HMX, the Caramel Pudding V2 introduces the world-first "Waffle Stem Tip" architecture. Paired with a hardened H1 stem and a fiberglass-infused P4 base, it annihilates high-pitch clacks to forge an immaculate, deep "Creamy Thock"—without ever feeling mushy. Enhanced by HMX's 3rd-Gen precision factory lube and a bouncy 22 mm extended spring, this is the most addictively buttery, acoustic masterpiece for your endgame board – Diykey. |
