The KTT Rose and KTT Kang White V3 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 50 g actuation, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different spring (progressive vs progressive stainless steel), bottom-out force (63.5 g vs 58 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm). That said, they are very 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 KTT Rose is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a progressive spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. Manufactured by KTT. | The KTT Kang White V3 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a progressive stainless steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by KTT. |
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| Name | KTT Rose | KTT Kang White V3 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | progressive | progressive stainless steel |
| Actuation | 50 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 63.5 g | 58 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. both unlubed and factory lubed versions available | No factory lubing. |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | KTT | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KTT Rose is much more widely available, but the KTT Kang White V3 is also available in several stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering KTT Rose and KTT Kang White V3 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!
KTT Rose sound test | KTT Kang White V3 sound test |
No KTT Rose sound test available. |
Comments on KTT Rose switches | Comments on KTT Kang White V3 switches |
The KTT Rose is pretty smooth out of the box but you'd likely want to lube this switch to bring down the spring noise – beaverkeys. The KTT Rose switch will be a great choice for you if you want RGB on your keyboard as it has an opaque top housing. However, based on my personal experience and comments from other enthusiasts in the community, it seems like opaque housings generally make the switch sound thinner – unikeys. | KTT Kang Whites are a new creation from KTT featuring updated molds to improve smoothness, wobble, and sound. Similar to their previous switches, these switches are sure to provide a buttery smooth typing experience at an affordable price – KeebzNCables. |
