The KTT Silent Blue and Akko Fairy (silent) switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 55 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different top housing (PC vs PA), bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs PA), stem material (POM+TPE vs POM), actuation (43 g vs 50 g), pre-travel (1.90 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.30 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 KTT Silent Blue is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM+TPE stem (standard shape). The 43g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by KTT. | The Akko Fairy (silent) is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA top housing, PA bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 17 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Akko. |
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| Name | KTT Silent Blue | Akko Fairy (silent) |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PA |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | PA |
| Stem material | POM+TPE | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | 17 mm |
| Actuation | 43 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.90 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.30 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | KTT | Akko |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KTT Silent Blue is not available at the moment, while the Akko Fairy (silent) can be found in 7 stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering KTT Silent Blue and Akko Fairy (silent) 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!
KTT Silent Blue force curve | Akko Fairy (silent) force curve |
No KTT Silent Blue force curve available. |
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Comments on KTT Silent Blue switches | Comments on Akko Fairy (silent) switches |
No comments on KTT Silent Blue switches. | built-in silicone pads for ultimate quiet |
