Well, since the Kailh Summer Mini is a and the Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox 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 Summer Mini is a clicky with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (circular dust-proof shape). It features a 15.6 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 1.20mm. Bottom-out is at 2.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Kailh. | The Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox is a clicky standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (box shape). It features a 20 mm stainless steel spring. The 52g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Designed by Chosfox. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Kailh Summer Mini | Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox |
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| Type | clicky | clicky |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | circular dust-proof | box |
| Spring | 15.6 mm | 20 mm stainless steel |
| Actuation | 50 g | 52 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.20 mm | 1.70 mm |
| Total travel | 2.80 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | unknown |
| Designer | - | Chosfox |
| Manufacturer | Kailh | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox is much more widely available, but the Kailh Summer Mini is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kailh Summer Mini and Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox 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 Summer Mini sound test | Chosfox x Kailh Arctic Fox sound test |
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Are you searching for that "soul switch" that perfectly balances mechanical rhythm with ultra-thin portability? Kailh's Four Seasons series brings you the "Summer Mini"—engineered for rhythm enthusiasts and competitive gamers. This premium clicky low-profile switch condenses the exhilarating feel of a traditional blue switch into a razor-thin body. Boasting a classic 50gf actuation and a lightning-fast 1.2mm pre-travel, its high-clear PC housing generates a resonant, musical click with every press. Whether you're coding on a slim board or unleashing combos on a Hitbox, Summer Mini delivers a "crisp to the bone" elite competitive experience – diykey.net. | A mechanical clicky switch designed by Chosfox and manufactured by Kailh. Unlike other clicky switches, the Arctic Fox Switch's sound profile is crisp and hollow, giving you a brand new experience with clickies – chosfox. |
