MK Logic Plus vs Hager Sollysta - which one should I choose?

[Alla Musica]

Agreed. I ended up buying quite a few MK Logic Plus - and the same problem occurs to my switches.

Not really too much of a problem in practice I'd guess - as long as they hold the wires tight. Better safe than sorry!

UPDATED: I've tried, and the screws on MK Logic Plus melt tooooooooo easily because they get stuck (overtighten) halfway and the torque required to move the screws wears them off...

Nonetheless, MK Logic Plus remains tempting for the plastic faceplate is extremely sturdy - does not bend even when I torture it with my hand. On the other hand, Click bends slightly to force.

 

[nicebutdim]

I'm liking how this comparison is progressing

 

[Alla Musica]

I'm liking how this comparison is progressing

Agreed.

I received my Click Mode yesterday. Nice as folks describe, and the rockers take little force to operate (unlike Logic Plus / Sollysta etc.).

My only complaints would be their sharp clicking noise, and sharp edges around rockers. For 2 gang small rockers, I would prefer the gangs to be slightly spaced out, e.g. BG, Hager Sollysta, MK Logic Plus.

Also the plastic plate is thinner than the Logic Plus but I do believe this isn't a problem.

 

[loz2754]

Another major advantage of the Click switches is the fact that they're part of their mini grid system.
So you can swap out individual switch modules for a different type of module. Meaning you can have a 2 way switch and an intermediate switch on the same plate easily. Or a fuse module etc.

 

[Alla Musica]

Another major advantage of the Click switches is the fact that they're part of their mini grid system.
So you can swap out individual switch modules for a different type of module. Meaning you can have a 2 way switch and an intermediate switch on the same plate easily. Or a fuse module etc.

Oh yes, exactly!!! Totally agree on this, and waaaaayyyyyy cheaper than the MK Grid system.

 

[Alla Musica]

I'm liking how this comparison is progressing

Now I'm ruling MK out for its notoriously flimsy terminal screws, leaving Hager Sollysta and Click Mode to choose from.

Hager Sollysta - Merits

• Smooth edge on rockers
• Rocker shape fits finger very well

Hager Sollysta - Disdvantages

• Non-modular - no DIY retrofit potential
• Brand carved on the faceplate (given my OCD)

Click Mode - Merits

• Modularity - potential for DIY retrofitting
• Requires little force to operate

Click Mode - Disadvantages

• Sharp noise when operated
• Sharp edges unpleasant to hands

 

[ipf]

Are you doing a report for 'Which?' ?

Click Mode - Disadvantages

• Sharp noise when operated
• Sharp edges unpleasant to hands

If that noise isn't deafening, what's the problem with an incisive 'click' for certainty of operation?
Wear some oven gloves if you're worried about hand damage.

 

[Alla Musica]

Are you doing a report for 'Which?' ?



If that noise isn't deafening, what's the problem with an incisive 'click' for certainty of operation?
Wear some oven gloves if you're worried about hand damage.

Sorry, I'm just trying to express I'm having difficulty deciding, which I didn't make clear of.

Also, Sollysta and Logic+ ain't as noisy as Click. But certainly, noise is not an important factor to consider. Hand comfortability - also unimportant but weighs more.

 

[Alla Musica]

Now I'm ruling MK out for its notoriously flimsy terminal screws, leaving Hager Sollysta and Click Mode to choose from.

Hager Sollysta - Merits

• Smooth edge on rockers
• Rocker shape fits finger very well

Hager Sollysta - Disdvantages

• Non-modular - no DIY retrofit potential
• Brand carved on the faceplate (given my OCD)

Click Mode - Merits

• Modularity - potential for DIY retrofitting
• Requires little force to operate

Click Mode - Disadvantages

• Sharp noise when operated
• Sharp edges unpleasant to hands

To clarify, I'm just expressing I'm still having difficulty deciding. If anyone could help me add to the list of merits and disadvantages, please do so and much appreciated.

 

[ipf]

Five days and 50 posts already, mate.

You seem to have tried a few, so it may be 'make your mind up time'.

 

[nicebutdim]

Five days and 50 posts already, mate.

You seem to have tried a few, so it may be 'make your mind up time'.

To be fair, the OP sets out what their aims are in their first few posts.

 

[Mike Johnson]

My personal choice is Hager, seem to be the most consistent over the range of all they make.

 

[Alla Musica]

To be fair, the OP sets out what their aims are in their first few posts.

Much appreciated, mate!

 

[Alla Musica]

My personal choice is Hager, seem to be the most consistent over the range of all they make.

So after a few days' difficult decision I come to totally agree with you. Good quality, pleasing aesthetics, and finger-friendly rockers...

 

[mattg4321]

Nobody mentioned Lap yet

 

[Alla Musica]

Nobody mentioned Lap yet

Cheers mate - I'll look into this too

 

[Mike Johnson]

To the OP, Lap is very low budget and not worth looking at for a decent accessory.

English sense of humour leaves a lot to be desired in translation.

 

[Alla Musica]

To the OP, Lap is very low budget and not worth looking at for a decent accessory.

English sense of humour leaves a lot to be desired in translation.

Aha I do realize this as well! Anyway, not going for this brand at all.

Also - as I'm not from the country, funny are the things I learn from the forum!

Cheers

 

[Alla Musica]

Watch out, folks, there is a catch with the Hager Sollysta:

Despite Hager claims the accessories to be under "product lifetime warranty", their T&Cs defines it as "25 years from the date of manufacture" - yes, from the date of manufacture.

That's cringe.

 

[Risteard]

Cheers mate - I'll look into this too

Please don't.