Are HMX Switches Good?

For the mechanical keyboard community, HMX switches are no longer strange. In 2024, HMX switches were a rising star in the mechanical keyboard community, quickly becoming a favorite among beginners and enthusiasts.

In this blog, we’ll dive deep into the world of HMX switches, exploring their standout features, popular models, and how to choose the right one for your needs.

What are HMX Switches?

HMX, formally known as Dongguan Huimuxin, is a relatively new switch manufacturer. Despite its recent entry into the market, it has quickly gained popularity for its top-tier factory lube, tight tolerances, high-quality, and exceptionally smooth switches.

Main Features of HMX Switches

1. Linear Switch

All HMX switches currently on the market are linear, delivering a smooth typing experience.

2. Sound Profile

HMX switchers are known for their distinctive clacky sound. We've tested various HMX switches and gathered user feedback. The typing sound of the HMX switch is pure and concentrated and not too scattered or noisy.

And HMX switches tend to have a higher-pitched tone compared to others on the market.

Most HMX switches, such as HMX Cheese and  HMX Xinhai produce a clacky sound. Some like MX Caramel Pudding and HMX Hibiscus offer a deeper, thocky sound.

3. Smooth Typing Experience

HMX switches are popular for their excellent smoothness, and the stability of the switch stem performs well. HMX uses high-quality plastic and innovative materials to ensure the consistency of sound and feel.

The smoothness and stability of the switch can provide high performance for gaming and typing. 

4. Excellent factory lubrication

HMX switches have a high standard of factory lubrication. You can find each switch provides the same consistent smoothness right out of the box. 

It can meet most user needs without modification but can be hand-lubricated or with to suit personal preference.

Are HMX Switches Good?

HMX switches gain a lot of favors for their high quality and reasonably priced switches. Just like Akko switches, featuring an affordable price, but performance and sound quality far exceed its price. There is no doubt that the HMX switches are liked by the users.

• High quality at an affordable price
• Buttery-smooth typing experience
• Almost no wob for stem provides high stability
• High standard lubrication, no need for modification

In this way, HMX switches are the great choice if you are one of the following:

• New users: If you prefer to use it out of the box without modification.
• Cost-effective users: You can get smooth typing feel and pure sound at an affordable price.
• Hot-swappable keyboard users: HMX switches are stable and performance well on hot-swappable keyboards.
• Users who like smooth feel and clicky sound quality: The smooth feel and clean sound quality of HMX switches are perfect for daily typing and gaming.

Popular HMX Switches and Their Features

Here is some polular HMX switch information:

Name	Type	Actuation	Bottom-out	Stem Material	Top Housing	Bottom Housing	Pre Travle	Total Travel	Spring	Sound
Caramel Pudding	Linear	45	52	T5	PA12	PA12	2	3.6	22	A resonant clacky sound
Cheese	Linear	43	46	Ly	PA12	PA2	2	3.5	22	A clacky sound, highly popular
EMO	Linear	40	46	Ly	PC	Nylon	2	3.5	22	Crisp, resonant, and high-pitched
EVA	Linear	42	48	T2	PA12	P4 Nylon	2	3.6	22	A clacky sound
Hibiscus	Linear	42	48	T3	PA12	PA66 Nylon	2	3.5	20	A distinctive sound profile combining clacky and Poppy elements
Lotus	Linear	45	50	POM	Nylon	P2 Nylon	2	3.5	22	Bright and clacky
Macchiato	Linear	42	50	POK	Nylon	Nylon	2	3.8	22	High-pitched, clacky sound
Poro	Linear	45	50	Ly	P3 (nylon blend)	PA30	2	3.7	22	A bright but moderate sound profile with a lower volume
Hyacinth V2	Linear	45	52	POM	PC	Nylon	1.9	4	22	A crisp and Clocky sound
Hyacinth V2U	Linear	45	52	POM	PC	Nylon	1.9	3.9	22	A softer basier sound than V2
Sunset Gleam	Linear	42	48	Ly	PC	Nylon	2	3.5	22	Bright sound profile and exceptionally clacky bottom out
Xinhai- 45g	Linear	37	45	POM	PA12	Modified Nylon	2	3.4	22	A distinct, high-pitched clack
Xinhai-62.5	Linear	55	62.5	POM	PA12	Modified Nylon	2	3.4	22	A distinct, high-pitched clack
Blue Topaz	Linear	40	48	LY	PC	P4 (new nylon blend)	2	3.9	22	A high-pitched sparkly sound
Deep Navy	Linear	40	35	LY	P3 (nylon blend with fiberglass)	P3 (nylon blend with fiberglass)	2	3.8	20	A distinct, high-pitched clack
Jelly	Linear	42	48	T2	Nylon	Nylon	2	3.8	22	Low-pitched, deep thocky
Slient Sakura - 43g	Linear	37	43	POM	Nylon	PC	2	4	22	Virtually silent
Slient Sakura - 53g	Linear	45	53	POM	Nylon	PC	2	4	22	Virtually silent
Vintage Citrus	Linear	48	53	POM	Nylon	Nylon	1	3	22	A bright clacky sound
Gachapon	Linear	45	53	T4	Nylon	Nylon	2	3.9	22	A middle ground between bass thickness and bright clickiness

Most HMX switches provide the high-pitch clack sound profile. Among them, the clackiest sound has:

• Lotus
• Blue Topaz
• Sunset Gleam

For the low pitch thocky, here are

• Jelly: Deep, thocky sound with T2 stem and full nylon housings.
• Hibiscus

Also, there are silent switches—Slient Sakura—virtually silent with silicone dampeners. And here are two choices for the light (43g) and medium (53g) variants.

How to Choose the Best HMX Linear Switch for You?

1. Light Typists

If you prefer light switches for extended typing, there are the best choices:

• Deep Navy: Ultra-light with a high-pitched clack
• Caramel Pudding: Light with a resonant clacky sound
• Cheese: Even lighter than most switches, with a satisfying clacky sound
  
• Xinhai- 45g: Extremely light with a high-pitched clack

2. Office Users or Quiet Situation

For the noise-sensitive environments, the silent switches are necessary. In this case, you can choose Silent Sakura.

• Silent Sakura-43g: Virtually silent, perfect for office settings or shared spaces.
• Silent Sakura-53g: Slightly heavier but equally silent, suitable for those who prefer a bit more resistance.

3. Gamers

For gamers, speed is crucial, so choosing fast and responsive switches is essential.  Vintage Citrus is the ideal choice. The pre-travel is just 1mm, a half of other standard pre-travel, and provides unbeatable speed and responsiveness.

4. Enthusiasts

For enthusiasts, we recommend you consider them;

• Macchiato: High-pitched clacky sound with exceptional smoothness
• Gachapon: A unique middle ground between bassy thickness and bright clackiness, perfect for those looking to explore something different.
• Blue Topaz: High-pitched sparkly sound with a distinctive smooth feel, ideal for enthusiasts seeking a unique typing experience.
• Hibiscus: Provide a distinctive sound profile, great for users who enjoy experimenting with sound.

5. Beginners

If you are a beginner, Lotus and Poro can be your choices.

• Lotus: Bright and clacky, ideal for those moving from generic switches to enthusiast-grade options.
• Poro: Bright but moderate sound profile with lower volume, a good starting point for beginners.

Final

HMX has gained market recognition quickly, mainly because of its perfect blend of smoothness, sonic diversity, and affordability. Its excellent factory lube and innovative materials provide a smooth typing experience.

We are ready to work closely with HMX to offer mechanical keyboard enthusiasts more innovative, high-quality, and personalized choices.