The Kinetic Labs Moon V2 and Gateron x Bowl L'Orange switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g actuation, - mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA66 vs PA66), bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs PA66 + fiberglass blend), spring (stainless steel vs 20 mm single-stage), bottom-out force (63.5 g vs 60 g). That said, they are quite 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 Kinetic Labs Moon V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Designed by Kinetic Labs. Manufactured by Agile. | The Gateron x Bowl L'Orange is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 top housing, PA66 + fiberglass blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Bowl Keyboards & Keebscape. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Kinetic Labs Moon V2 | Gateron x Bowl L'Orange |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA66 | PA66 |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | PA66 + fiberglass blend |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 20 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 63.5 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | unknown Hand lubed from the factory using Krytox 205g0. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Kinetic Labs | Bowl Keyboards & Keebscape |
| Manufacturer | Agile | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kinetic Labs Moon V2 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron x Bowl L'Orange can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kinetic Labs Moon V2 and Gateron x Bowl L'Orange 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 Kinetic Labs Moon V2 switches | Comments on Gateron x Bowl L'Orange switches |
Improved V2 Version: Featuring tighter tolerances and more evenly distributed hand lubrication. The manufacturer has a team dedicated to lubricating Moon switches by hand with Krytox 205g0, so no further lubrication is needed on this switch, and they're ready to use out of the box – Kinetic Labs. | Gateron L'Orange is a new full travel switch designed by Bowl Keyboards and Keebscape, so you know it's gonna be good – KeebzNCables. |
