The KeysMe x Gateron Mars and Kailh Cocoa switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 45 g actuation, - g bottom-out force, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs POM), bottom housing (POM vs PA66 (thickened injection-molded)), stem material (POK vs POM (DuPont)), spring (double-stage vs stainless steel), pre-travel (1.20 mm vs 2 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 KeysMe x Gateron Mars is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, POM bottom housing, and POK stem (standard shape). It features a double-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.20mm. Bottom-out is at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by KeysMe. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Kailh Cocoa is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, PA66 (thickened injection-molded) bottom housing, and POM (DuPont) stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | KeysMe x Gateron Mars | Kailh Cocoa |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | POM |
| Bottom housing | POM | PA66 (thickened injection-molded) |
| Stem material | POK | POM (DuPont) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | double-stage | stainless steel |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.20 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | KeysMe | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KeysMe x Gateron Mars is much more widely available, but the Kailh Cocoa is also available in stores.
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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!
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The Gateron Mars switches, developed in collaboration with KeysMe, feature a POK stem and a Nylon/POM housing. This combination creates a unique sound profile while also being engineered to minimize stem wobble during keypresses for a more smooth typing experience – LumeKeebs. KeysMe teamed up with Gateron to launch the exclusive Mars switches. Comes factory pre-lubed, it is designed to perform a new level of smoothness in each keystroke and significantly wobble less than regular mechanical switch, providing satisfying response and creamy sound across your whole keyboard and delivering a dedicated typing experience – KeysMe. Features a lengthened POM stem for rigidity in movement, with high-quality nylon housings that help facilitate smooth tactile travel from start to finish, while the gold-plated stainless steel ensures durability that holds up over millions of actuations. It is 5-pin hot-swappable and come lightly pre-lubricated from the factory, so they’ll fit right in on most boards – Gateron. | Kailh Cocoa Switches is featured in the popular WOBKEY Rainy75 Keyboard Pro and Crush 80 Pro series. It has a long pole stem with a POM top housing material and a PA66 bottom housing material. The Kailh Cocoa has a full body sound that harmonizes a high-pitched clack and a mid-toned creamy sound profile – Lume Keebs. |
