The Kailh Lunar and Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM top housing, POM bottom housing, - g bottom-out force, 3.50 mm total travel, however, they come with different stem material (POK vs POM), stem shape (standard (cross-stem box) vs round dust-proof MX), actuation (45 g vs 37 g), pre-travel (1.80 mm vs 1.30 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 Kailh Lunar is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POK stem (standard (cross-stem box) shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.80mm. Bottom-out is at 3.50mm. Light diffuser and "cross stem box" structure, replacing full-wall dust-proof stem. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Kailh. | The Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (round dust-proof MX shape). The 37g actuation occurs at 1.30mm. Bottom-out is at 3.50mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Kailh Lunar | Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POM | POM |
| Bottom housing | POM | POM |
| Stem material | POK | POM |
| Stem shape | standard (cross-stem box) | round dust-proof MX |
| Spring | 18 mm | - |
| Actuation | 45 g | 37 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.80 mm | 1.30 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | unknown |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Kailh | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro is much more widely available, but the Kailh Lunar is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kailh Lunar and Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro 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!
Kailh Lunar force curve | Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro force curve |
| No Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro force curve available. |
Kailh Lunar sound test | Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro sound test |
No Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro sound test available. |
Comments on Kailh Lunar switches | Comments on Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro switches |
BOX Structure Revolution: Cross stem replaces full-wall dust-proof stem, unlocking crispier bottom-out acoustics. Hybrid Excellence: Retains BOX durability DNA while infusing MX-style acoustic optimization. Sound Engineering: Harmonizes soft rebound tones with sharp tactile clicks — a new acoustic era for BOX switches. Lunar Aesthetics: NASA-inspired 9224U Moon Gray, embodying cosmic elegance – diykey. | The Taro Ice Cream is a light linear switch with a super smooth traveling and great clacky sound! Very similar to the Strawberry Ice Cream but with a light guide that helps with the overall feel of the switch and diffuse RGB light! – diykey.net. |