The Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) and Gateron Jupiter Banana switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , 59 g actuation, - mm , 2 mm pre-travel, 3.40 mm total travel, however, they come with different spring (22 mm two-stage gold-plated vs two-stage stainless steel), bottom-out force (67 g vs 69 g). That said, they are nearly identical. 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 Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm two-stage gold-plated spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The Gateron Jupiter Banana is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a two-stage stainless steel spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 69g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Gold alloy contact point, LED light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) | Gateron Jupiter Banana |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm two-stage gold-plated | two-stage stainless steel |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 59 g | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | 67 g | 69 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is much more widely available, but the Gateron Jupiter Banana is also available in some stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) and Gateron Jupiter Banana 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!
Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) force curve | Gateron Jupiter Banana force curve |
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Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) sound test | Gateron Jupiter Banana sound test |
No Gateron Jupiter Banana sound test available. |
Comments on Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches | Comments on Gateron Jupiter Banana switches |
We are super excited to be offering these Baby Kangaroo switches. We experience a crisp, light switch-like tactility along with a marbley sound profile when using them – Milktooth. | No comments on Gateron Jupiter Banana switches. |
