Well, since the lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight is a and the Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart is a standard MX mechanical switch, the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight is a silent linear with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (Choc shape). The 35g actuation occurs at 1.49mm. The 35g bottom-out occurs at 2.95mm. Designed by lowprokb. Manufactured by Kailh. | The Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (partial box shape). It features a 20 mm silver-plated spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Ainbell. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | - | PC |
| Bottom housing | - | PC |
| Stem material | - | POM |
| Stem shape | Choc | partial box |
| Spring | - | 20 mm silver-plated |
| Actuation | 35 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 35 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.49 mm | 1.70 mm |
| Total travel | 2.95 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | unknown | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | lowprokb | Ainbell |
| Manufacturer | Kailh | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight and Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart 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!
lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight sound test | Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart sound test |
No lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight sound test available. |
Comments on lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight switches | Comments on Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches |
The Twilight switch is a silent version of the Kailh Red Pro Choc switch. The switch was born from a design by LowproKB - a company that specializes in anything and everything low profile and Choc - and manufactured by Kailh, the leading company in Choc switches. The Ambients series are based on the original Kailh Choc V1 switch, but are a completely new design, having all their parts redesigned to accommodate the new components required to quieten the typical switch noise. Silicone bumpers have been strategically placed within the new design to buffer both the down and the up stroke of a keypress, all while not creating a mushy feeling while typing. | No comments on Kailh x Ainbell Ocean Heart switches. |
