Overview
What exactly is a poppy switch? It’s typically snappy, crisp, with a higher pitch than thocky switches but softer and lower than clacky ones. Often, it produces a subtle pop sound. If you’re chasing that perfect poppy sound, here are our top picks for the best poppy sounding switches of 2025.
| MMD Princess V2 Tactile |
| HMX x 80Retros KD200 |
| BSUN Dusty Rose |
| BSUN Ocean |
Product Details
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| Name | MMD Princess V2 Tactile |
| Switch Type | Tactile |
| Top Housing Material | PC |
| Bottom Housing Material | PC |
| Stem Material | POM+PTFE |
| Actuation Force | 48g / 63g |
| Bottom Out Force | 55g / 67g |
| Mount | 5 pin |
| Pre Travel | 2.0mm |
| Total Travel | 3.1mm |
| Factory Lubed | Yes |
Switch Feel
The MMD Princess V2 Tactile has a pronounced tactile bump with a slight linear post-travel. It feels clean and snappy to type on with no noticeable scratch or stem wobble. I would describe the MMD Princess V2 Tactile as having a large, rounded uppercase "P" shaped tactile bump. It creates a very responsive bottom out where you can feel the tactility almost throughout the entirety of the keypress. The short travel distance could play a role in how responsive and snappy the MMD Princess V2 Tactile feels. The MMD Princess V2 Tactile feels very similar in terms of feel to the Boba U4T. They have a similar feeling bump and a similar feeling snappiness to each bottom out and top out thanks to their crisp tactile bumps.
Switch Sound
The MMD Princess V2 Tactile is also comparable to the Boba U4T in terms of sound. They have a similar sound profile, but the MMD Princess V2 Tactile has a slightly brighter and clackier bottom out and a bolder volume. The difference in materials used and the short travel distance could be a factor in why the MMD Princess V2 Tactile has a louder and higher pitched sound. The MMD Princess V2 Tactile has a very crisp tactile bump that creates an emphasized bottom out and a very poppy top out also due to the tactile bump on the upstroke.
Here is a sound test of the MMD Princess V2 Tactile:
HMX x 80Retros KD200
Product Details
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| Name | HMX x 80Retros KD200 |
| Switch Type | Linear |
| Top Housing Material | PA12 |
| Bottom Housing Material | P2 |
| Stem Material | LY |
| Actuation Force | 45±2g |
| Bottom Out Force | 50±2g |
| Mount | 5 pin |
| Pre Travel | 2.0±0.2mm |
| Total Travel | 3.5±0.2mm |
| Factory Lubed | Yes |
Switch Feel
The HMX KD200 has an operating force of 45g and a bottom out force of 50g. It has the lightest weight of the three HMX film switches. In contrast, the KD200 has the shortest travel distance of the three HMX film switches with a total travel distance of 3.5mm. With the combination of a relatively lighter spring weight and a shorter travel distance, the HMX KD200 provides a very responsive typing experience. The HMX KD200 has the classic snappy bottom out from long pole stems. The HMX KD200 would be a great option for users looking for a faster bottom out with less force required, possibly as gaming switch as well.
Switch Sound
The HMX KD200 has the highest pitch compared to the other two HMX film switches. It uses the same materials as the HMX Cheese for its housing and stem, which would explain the similar sound signature between the HMX KD200 and the HMX Cheese. The KD200 has the sharpest and clackiest bottom out of the HMX film switches, but it has a softer sounding top out. The clacky bottom out of the KD200 could be due to the LY stem which has proven itself to be a stem material for smooth and clacky switches. The soft top out could be due to the PA12 material being softer than PC as well as a lighter spring weight that would create less force on the upstroke than the relatively heavier FJ400 and Game 1989. The KD200 would be the perfect switch for users who enjoyed the clacky HMX Cheese sound profile and feel.
Here is a sound test of the HMX KD200:
BSUN Dusty Rose Linear
Product Details
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| Name | BSUN Dusty Rose |
| Switch Type | Linear |
| Top Housing Material | POM |
| Bottom Housing Material | POM |
| Stem Material | LY |
| Actuation Force | 42g |
| Bottom Out Force | 48g |
| Spring | 21mm |
| Mount | 5 pin |
| Pre Travel | 2.0mm |
| Total Travel | 3.6mm |
| Factory Lubed | Yes |
Switch Feel
The BSUN Dusty Rose feels smooth and and comfortable to type on with no noticeable scratch. There is almost no stem wobble and they are feel thoroughly factory lubed. It's light spring weight allows for long typing sessions without fatigue. Thanks to a brand-new mold from BSUN, these switches deliver an incredibly smooth keystroke right out of the box.
Switch Sound
The BSUN Dusty Rose Linear Switch is all about that thocky, creamy typing sound that many keyboard enthusiasts crave. The bottom out of the BSUN Dusty Rose is sharp and bright while the top out is soft and creamy. It genearlly leans more towards the mid tones, producing a soothing creamy sound that can be built to sound both clacky and thocky depending on configuration of keyboard and foams.
Here is a sound test of the BSUN Dusty Rose:
BSUN Ocean
Product Details
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| Name | BSUN Ocean |
| Switch Type | Tactile |
| Top Housing Material | PC |
| Bottom Housing Material | Nylon |
| Stem Material | LY |
| Spring | 22mm single-stage spring |
| Actuation Force | 40g |
| Bottom Out Force | 57g |
| Mount | 5 pin |
| Pre Travel | 1.8mm |
| Total Travel | 3.8mm |
| Factory Lubed | Yes |
Switch Feel
BSUN Ocean has a comfortable typing feel and satisfying medium tactile bump. The evenly applied factory lube provides a smooth typing experience, while the medium spring weight allows for a controlled and comfortable typing feel. There is slight stem wobble in both the N/S and the E/W directions, although not noticeable during normal typing. The BSUN Ocean has a sharp and snappy tactile bump at the top of the keypress with a slight linear post travel. Its pronounced tactility and 22mm spring produces a responsive typing experience allowing for long typing sessions without fatigue.
Switch Sound
The BSUN Ocean has a sharp and crisp bottom out that leans towards the mid tones and a hard and poppy top out that produces a mid to higher pitched tone. The BSUN Ocean can be used to build a versatile keyboard that can sound both bright or deep. The BSUN Ocean would be a great option to try if you are looking for a mid toned tactile switch that has a crisp tactile bump.
Here is a sound test of the BSUN Ocean:
Conclusion
If you’re on the hunt for a switch that delivers that satisfying poppy sound, these were some standout options across both tactile and linear categories. The MMD Princess V2 Tactile shines with its bold tactile bump and bright, responsive sound signature, perfect for those who enjoy crisp feedback and a snappy experience. The HMX KD200, on the other hand, brings a lightweight, fast, and clacky profile that makes it a strong contender for gamers or users seeking high-pitched sound. For a smoother, creamier feel, the BSUN Dusty Rose offers thocky mid-tones with a balanced acoustic character, while the BSUN Ocean combines medium tactility with a vibrant top-out pop. Whether you prefer tactiles or linears, there’s a poppy switch in this list ready to elevate your keyboard’s sound and feel.
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- MMD Princess V2 Tactile Product Page
- HMX x 80Retros KD200 Product Page
- BSUN Dusty Rose Product Page
- BSUN Ocean Product Page
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