The Yushakobo Fairy and HMX Retro Sakura Silent switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, 3.70 mm total travel, however, they come with different stem material (POM vs POM+TPE (double-shot)), stem shape (partial dust-proof vs standard), spring (long vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (35 g vs 42 g), pre-travel (1.90 mm vs 2.20 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 Yushakobo Fairy is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (partial dust-proof shape). It features a long spring. The 35g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. Bottom-out is at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Yusha Kobo. Manufactured by Kailh. | The HMX Retro Sakura Silent is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM+TPE (double-shot) stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Led diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Yushakobo Fairy | HMX Retro Sakura Silent |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM+TPE (double-shot) |
| Stem shape | partial dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | long | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 35 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.90 mm | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Yusha Kobo | - |
| Manufacturer | Kailh | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Yushakobo Fairy and HMX Retro Sakura Silent switches is exactly the same:
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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!
Yushakobo Fairy sound test | HMX Retro Sakura Silent sound test |
Comments on Yushakobo Fairy switches | Comments on HMX Retro Sakura Silent switches |
This is a customized Kailh Midnight Silent V2 switch with a spring custom made by Yusha Kobo. While inheriting the characteristics of the Kailh Midnight Silent V2, we changed to a 35g spring, favorite of many users, and adopted a blue housing, which is the image color of the Yusha Studio – Yusha Kobo. | A silent linear from HMX’s Retro lineup with a calm, restrained tuning. Thanks to its silencing elements, the sound is clearly dampened, while still avoiding a completely flat feel. The keystroke is typically HMX: pleasantly smooth, with a soft and controlled bottom-out. A great choice for users who like HMX quality but want a quieter, more comfortable build – MonacoKeys. |
