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Compare HMX Macchiato Linear vs Input Gear Tropical Waters V3 Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HMX Macchiato Linear and Input Gear Tropical Waters V3 Linear 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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HMX Macchiato
81
Tropical Water V3

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  • 42g actuation force
  • 50g bottom-out force
  • 4mm total travel
  • Nylon, PA12 top housing
  • POK stem
  • Deep, Creamy, Thocky sound profile
  • 60g actuation force
  • 3.5mm total travel
  • PC top housing
  • POM stem
  • Deep sound profile

Compared with light linear switches

  • Overall / Value:87.4
  • Materials:86.8
  • Finish:84.3

Compared with heavy linear switches

  • Overall / Value:80.8
  • Materials:76.9
  • Finish:86.2
Name
HMX Macchiato Linear
Name
Input Gear Tropical Waters V3 Linear
Release year
2025
Release year
2025
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Linear
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
42g
Actuation force
60g
Bottom out force
50g
Bottom out force
-
Pre travel
2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Total travel
4mm
Total travel
3.5mm
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
Nylon, PA12
Top Housing Material
PC
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Nylon
Stem Material
POK
Stem Material
POM
Sound profile
Deep
Sound profile
Deep
Spring type
Standard
Spring type
Standard
Spring length
20mm
Spring length
20mm
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Weight
-
Weight
-
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