The HMX Cloud (42g) and Taro N Sweet Potato V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature LY stem material, standard stem shape, 22 mm single-stage spring, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 vs POK), bottom housing (Nylon PA2.0 vs LY), actuation (42 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (50 g vs 52 g), total travel (3.90 mm vs 3.40 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 HMX Cloud (42g) is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 top housing, Nylon PA2.0 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.90mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. | The Taro N Sweet Potato V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, LY bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keebz N Cables Keeb. Manufactured by Keynation. |
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| Name | HMX Cloud (42g) | Taro N Sweet Potato V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 | POK |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA2.0 | LY |
| Stem material | LY | LY |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 42 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.90 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | Keebz N Cables Keeb |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Keynation |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Cloud (42g) is much more widely available, but the Taro N Sweet Potato V2 is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Cloud (42g) and Taro N Sweet Potato V2 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!
HMX Cloud (42g) sound test | Taro N Sweet Potato V2 sound test |
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Comments on HMX Cloud (42g) switches | Comments on Taro N Sweet Potato V2 switches |
"Total Travel: 3.9±0.3mm (Around 3.7mm in real life)" | Building on the legacy of our bestselling 2024 switch, Taro N Sweet Potato V2 delivers the same buttery smoothness you loved with some refinements. Manufactured by Keynation, BSUN's new subsidiary, these linear switches feature a diffuser for all the RGB lovers and a 52g spring for a lighter typing experience than V1. The hard plastic diffuser introduces a subtle clack on bottom-out, complementing the signature deep, thocky sound profile – Keebz N Cables. |
