The Invokeys x Alas Nightshade and Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs PC), bottom housing (Nylon vs PC), stem shape (dust-proof with silicone silencer vs partial box), spring (18 mm single-stage vs 20 mm silver-plated), bottom-out force (63.5 g vs 45 g). 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 Invokeys x Alas Nightshade is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof with silicone silencer shape). It features a 18 mm single-stage spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Invokeys in collaboration with Alas. Manufactured by Wikuo/LICHICX. | The Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (partial box shape). It features a 20 mm silver-plated spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Ainbell. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Invokeys x Alas Nightshade | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | dust-proof with silicone silencer | partial box |
| Spring | 18 mm single-stage | 20 mm silver-plated |
| Actuation | - g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 63.5 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 1.70 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Lightly factory lubed. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Invokeys in collaboration with Alas | Ainbell |
| Manufacturer | Wikuo/LICHICX | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Invokeys x Alas Nightshade is not available at the moment, while the Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart can be found in 1 stores.
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Invokeys x Alas Nightshade sound test | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart sound test |
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Inspired by the dark, hazy hues of the dusk sky. The Nightshade switches expand upon our in-house offerings as a silent linear entry. The stems feature a unique multi-part construction including a custom silicone silencer that effectively reduces the bottoming and topping out sounds. With just a light touch of lubrication, these switches are smooth with the perfect amount of responsiveness from the medium length and weight spring – Invokeys. | No comments on Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches. |
