The HMX Sogurt V2 and Taro N Sweet Potato V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature LY stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 Nylon vs POK), bottom housing (P5 (PA66 +30% fiber glass) vs LY), spring (20 mm single-stage extended KOS vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (37 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 52 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.40 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 Sogurt V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, P5 (PA66 +30% fiber glass) bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage extended KOS spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Key of life. Manufactured by HMX. | The Taro N Sweet Potato V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, LY bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keebz N Cables Keeb. Manufactured by Keynation. |
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| Name | HMX Sogurt V2 | Taro N Sweet Potato V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 Nylon | POK |
| Bottom housing | P5 (PA66 +30% fiber glass) | LY |
| Stem material | LY | LY |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm single-stage extended KOS | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 37 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. Everything else is dry. There is no lube in the bottom housing or anywhere near the stem pole. The chance that these get lube pooling issue is very small. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Key of life | Keebz N Cables Keeb |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Keynation |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Sogurt V2 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Taro N Sweet Potato V2 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!
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The HMX Sogurt V2 linear switch is the successor to the super popular Sogurt switches which is known for it's full clacky sound, great factory lube, and smooth travel. Compared to the V1, Sogurt V2 comes with the following changes and improvements: 1. The overall sound profile is fuller and poppier thanks to the thickened bottom housing. 2. They feel even smoother than V1 because of the PA12 top housing. 3. New L3 mold delivering great tolerance, minimal stem wobble. 4. Improved factory lubing which is very precise – Unikeys. | Building on the legacy of our bestselling 2024 switch, Taro N Sweet Potato V2 delivers the same buttery smoothness you loved with some refinements. Manufactured by Keynation, BSUN's new subsidiary, these linear switches feature a diffuser for all the RGB lovers and a 52g spring for a lighter typing experience than V1. The hard plastic diffuser introduces a subtle clack on bottom-out, complementing the signature deep, thocky sound profile – Keebz N Cables. |
