The HMX Sandstorm and Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - mm , however, they come with different bottom housing (PA66 Nylon vs Nylon), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 22 mm two-stage gold-plated), actuation (50 g vs 59 g), bottom-out force (58 g vs 67 g), pre-travel (2.30 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.10 mm vs 3.40 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 Sandstorm is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2.30mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.10mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. | The Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm two-stage gold-plated spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | HMX Sandstorm | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm two-stage gold-plated |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 50 g | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | 58 g | 67 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2.30 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.10 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is much more widely available, but the HMX Sandstorm is also available in several stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Sandstorm and Gateron Baby Kangaroo (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!
HMX Sandstorm force curve | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) force curve |
No HMX Sandstorm force curve available. |
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HMX Sandstorm sound test | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) sound test |
No HMX Sandstorm sound test available. |
Comments on HMX Sandstorm switches | Comments on Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches |
HMX Sandstorm - The latest HMX tactile switches feature a very pleasant and noticeable tactile bump, the familiar smooth HMX typing feel, and exactly the clacky sound we love from HMX! – MonacoKeys. | We are super excited to be offering these Baby Kangaroo switches. We experience a crisp, light switch-like tactility along with a marbley sound profile when using them – Milktooth. |
