Compare HMX Black Cat Tactile vs Outemu Kitty Silent Tactile Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HMX Black Cat Tactile and Outemu Kitty Silent Tactile and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each switch at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Main differences	Released in 2026 45g actuation force 53g bottom-out force 2.5mm pre-travel 3mm total travel 5-Pin-pin mount High-Pitched, Clacky sound profile	Released in 2025 40g actuation force 52g bottom-out force 2mm pre-travel 4mm total travel 3-Pin-pin mount Muted sound profile Silent operation
Name	Name HMX Black Cat Tactile	Name Outemu Kitty Silent Tactile
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2025
Switch type	Switch type Tactile	Switch type Silent Tactile
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile
Actuation force	Actuation force 45g	Actuation force 40g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force 53g	Bottom out force 52g
Pre travel	Pre travel 2.5mm	Pre travel 2mm
Total travel	Total travel 3mm	Total travel 4mm
Pins	Pins 5-Pin	Pins 3-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect
Top Housing Material	Top Housing Material Nylon	Top Housing Material Nylon
Bottom Housing Material	Bottom Housing Material Nylon	Bottom Housing Material Nylon
Stem Material	Stem Material POM	Stem Material POM
Sound profile	Sound profile High-Pitched	Sound profile Muted
Spring type	Spring type Standard	Spring type Standard
Double stage	Double stage	Double stage
Long pole	Long pole	Long pole
Dust proof	Dust proof	Dust proof
Water resistant	Water resistant	Water resistant
Weight	Weight -	Weight 2g