The HMX Saru V2 and Cherry MX2A Brown switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 48 g actuation, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 Nylon vs Nylon), bottom housing (NA2 Nylon vs Nylon), stem material (modified POM vs POM), spring (20 mm single-stage KOS vs stainless steel), (58 g vs 55 g), bottom-out force (52 g vs 60 g), (0.10 mm vs 1.20 mm), pre-travel (2.50 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (2.90 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 Saru V2 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, NA2 Nylon bottom housing, and modified POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage KOS spring. The tactile bump is 58g at 0.10mm. The 48g actuation occurs at 2.50mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 2.90mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Divinikey. Manufactured by HMX. | The Cherry MX2A Brown is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The tactile bump is 55g at 1.20mm. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. This entry is for the 5-pin PCB-mount "SMD" version with the black housing, but there is a "RGB" one in light housing, and Plate-mount version are available too. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. |
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| Name | HMX Saru V2 | Cherry MX2A Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 Nylon | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | NA2 Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | modified POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage KOS | stainless steel |
| Tactile force | 58 g | 55 g |
| Actuation | 48 g | 48 g |
| Bottom-out | 52 g | 60 g |
| Tactile bump position | 0.10 mm | 1.20 mm |
| Pre-travel | 2.50 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 2.90 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Applied on all four sides of the stem, contact leaf, bottom housing rails, and bottom housing stem support. | Factory lubing? Yes! factory-applied, premium-grade lubricant |
| Designer | Divinikey | - |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Cherry |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Saru V2 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Cherry MX2A Brown can be found in multiple 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 Saru V2 force curve | Cherry MX2A Brown force curve |
| No Cherry MX2A Brown force curve available. |
HMX Saru V2 sound test | Cherry MX2A Brown sound test |
No Cherry MX2A Brown sound test available. |
Comments on HMX Saru V2 switches | Comments on Cherry MX2A Brown switches |
HMX Saru V2 switches are back! The V1 first released in 2022 as a tactile switch with minimal pre- or post-bump travel. But with recent improvements in this space, we decided to bring back Saru's with HMX. The result is a medium-light, full tactile switch out of the box. After a break-in period, the lube gets more evenly distributed and starts to stand out as a light, full tactile. The combination of a light tactile bump and full tactility creates a unique typing feel that almost feels like a linear – Divinikey. | No comments on Cherry MX2A Brown switches. |
