The HMX Swift V2 and HMX Bad Sweetheart switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA12 top housing, standard stem shape, 50 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.80 mm total travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (PA30 vs P4), stem material (LY vs T5), spring (22 mm KOS single-stage vs 22 mm KOS single-stage extended), actuation (42 g vs 45 g). That said, they are quite 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 Swift V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA30 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Light diffuser. New stem mold only. Old housing mold. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. | The HMX Bad Sweetheart is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, P4 bottom housing, and T5 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by RENA LAB. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Swift V2 | HMX Bad Sweetheart |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | PA30 | P4 |
| Stem material | LY | T5 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS single-stage | 22 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 42 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | - | RENA LAB |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the HMX Swift V2 and HMX Bad Sweetheart switches is exactly the same:
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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 Swift V2 sound test | HMX Bad Sweetheart sound test |
No HMX Bad Sweetheart sound test available. |
Comments on HMX Swift V2 switches | Comments on HMX Bad Sweetheart switches |
Board-Versatile Acoustics: Adapts from muted thock to bright clack depending on plate/board material. LY Stem Mystery: Proprietary stem material offering low friction and self-stabilization. Unique acoustic profile defies linear norms. HMX Swift — The Switch That Whispers “Thock” in a World of Clack. Subtle nylon “thwip” — ASMR without the sharpness. 42gf actuation balances speed and intentionality for RPGs/MMOs – diykey. | The Bad Sweetheart switch designed by Rena Lab is one of the deepest sounding HMX switches so far; Thanks to the T5 UPE blend stem, the spherical stem tip, and the new P4 bottom housing molding, they don't sound like your usual HMX type. The new P4 bottom housing comes with as less fiberglass as possible in order to eliminate the clacky tone from the sound profile. If you are a fan of deep and thocky sounding switches that are not muted, the Bad Sweetheart switches would be a great option – Unikeys. |
