Compare HMX Macchiato Linear vs Puppy Tactile Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HMX Macchiato Linear and HMX Puppy 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 2025 Linear actuation type 42g actuation force 2mm pre-travel 4mm total travel Nylon top housing Nylon bottom housing POK stem Muted sound profile	Released in 2026 Tactile actuation type 45g actuation force 2.5mm pre-travel 3.5mm total travel POM stem Thocky, Deep, Muted sound profile
Name	Name HMX Macchiato Linear	Name HMX Puppy Tactile
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2026
Switch type	Switch type Linear	Switch type Tactile
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile
Actuation force	Actuation force 42g	Actuation force 45g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force 50g	Bottom out force 50g
Pre travel	Pre travel 2mm	Pre travel 2.5mm
Total travel	Total travel 4mm	Total travel 3.5mm
Pins	Pins 5-Pin	Pins 5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect
Top Housing Material	Top Housing Material Nylon	Top Housing Material -
Bottom Housing Material	Bottom Housing Material Nylon	Bottom Housing Material -
Stem Material	Stem Material POK	Stem Material POM
Sound profile	Sound profile Muted	Sound profile Thocky
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 -