The SWK Cheddar and Gateron EF EverFree Curry switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, 50 g actuation, - g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), stem material (POK vs POM), stem shape (partial dust-proof vs standard), spring (20mm vs 15 mm). 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 SWK Cheddar is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POK stem (partial dust-proof shape). It features a 20mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by SwagKeys. | The Gateron EF EverFree Curry is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 15 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | SWK Cheddar | Gateron EF EverFree Curry |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POK | POM |
| Stem shape | partial dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 20mm | 15 mm |
| Actuation | 50 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | SwagKeys | - |
| Manufacturer | - | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the SWK Cheddar is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron EF EverFree Curry can be found in multiple 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!
SWK Cheddar sound test | Gateron EF EverFree Curry sound test |
No Gateron EF EverFree Curry sound test available. |
Comments on SWK Cheddar switches | Comments on Gateron EF EverFree Curry switches |
No comments on SWK Cheddar switches. | Gateron sub-brand EverFree switch is a new mold and design, different from the main GATERON brand. But it also has high value and quality. The EF Curry switch top housing is PC and bottom housing is Nylon, and the stem is POM. Which brings a different satisfying typing feel. Also EF switch has an original Gold Alloy contact point with better antioxidant quality, more reliable conductivity, and a longer lifetime. With a dual-layered pin, it is more strong when put on the PCB board. This GATERON EF curry switch item is 5-pin and compatible with a standard 5-pin MX mechanical keyboard with SMD-LED light – CandyKeys. |
