Well, since the Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 is a and the Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro is a standard MX mechanical switch, the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 is a linear with PC top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (circular dust-proof MX shape). The 40g actuation occurs at 1.20mm. Bottom-out is at 2.80mm. 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 Spring MINI ChocV2 | Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | POM |
| Bottom housing | POM | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | circular dust-proof MX | round dust-proof MX |
| Spring | - | - |
| Actuation | 40 g | 37 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.20 mm | 1.30 mm |
| Total travel | 2.80 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | unknown | 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 Spring MINI ChocV2 is much more widely available, but the Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 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!
Comments on Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 switches | Comments on Kailh BOX Taro Ice Cream Pro switches |
No comments on Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 switches. | 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. |
