The Wingtree Golden Apple V2 and MMD Holy Panda V3 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, - g , 45 g actuation, - mm , 2.20 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (PEI vs Nylon), stem material (LY vs POM), bottom-out force (53 g vs 60 g), total travel (3.30 mm vs 3.20 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 Wingtree Golden Apple V2 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PEI bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). The 45g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Bust Down. Manufactured by Wingtree. | The MMD Holy Panda V3 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20.4 mm extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by MMD. |
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| Name | Wingtree Golden Apple V2 | MMD Holy Panda V3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PEI | Nylon |
| Stem material | LY | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | 20.4 mm extended |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 60 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2.20 mm | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm | 3.20 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed. | Factory lubing? Yes! Factory lubed using 205g0. |
| Designer | Bust Down | - |
| Manufacturer | Wingtree | MMD |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Wingtree Golden Apple V2 is much more widely available, but the MMD Holy Panda V3 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!
Comments on Wingtree Golden Apple V2 switches | Comments on MMD Holy Panda V3 switches |
The Golden Apple V2 switch is the successor to the BSUN Golden Apple tactile switch. This time, they are manufactured by Wingtree - the tactile switch expert. Similar to V1, the V2 also comes with a PEI bottom housing. It gives the switch a vibrant golden color, hence the name golden apple. This is also the first time that Wingtree uses the LY stem on a switch. Overall, the Golden Apple V2 switches are medium toned thocky sounding, and the medium to large tactile bump is super satisfying to type with – Unikeys. | When compared to the Drop Holy Panda switches, the MMD Holy Panda V3 switches are improved in the following aspects: 1. They are factory lubed using 205g0. 2. They have an improved switch pin structure for more precise actuation. 3. MMD adjusted the top housing materials to make them smoother. They come with a snappy tactility and crispy bottom-out which make them a great tactile switch. They are worth a try if you like holy-panda-like switches – Unikeys. |
