StarTech.com 2-Port Dual-Monitor HDMI Cable KVM Switch, 4K 60Hz, Compact KVM with 5ft/1.5m USB-A/HDMI/Audio Integrated Cables, Bus Powered - Remote Push Button/Hotkey Switching

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For £212.70 ex-VAT, this StarTech 2‑port dual‑monitor HDMI KVM is a pretty sensible “desk-to-desk” switch if you mainly want quick switching for a pair of screens and you don’t want a tangle of extra leads. The compact, integrated-cable design and bus power are the sort of practical touches that matter in real offices—less faffing, fewer loose connections, and fewer “why isn’t it working?” moments when you move it between desks. Hotkey/push-button switching is also the right vibe for B2B use: fast enough for day-to-day work without needing a software setup.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re expecting a “set and forget” KVM for anything complex. Dual-monitor HDMI KVMs can be picky about host graphics handshakes, and if your organisation has a mix of GPUs, dock models, or odd scaling setups, you may still have to test before rolling it out widely. Also, it’s only as good as the cables it comes with—1.5m is fine for many setups, but if your tower/compute PCs aren’t close, you’ll end up wishing you could flex cable lengths easily.

**Who should buy:** small teams, finance/ops, dev/test desks, and anyone who needs two HDMI displays switched between two computers with minimal hassle. **Who should avoid:** people with long cable runs, highly mixed hardware/driver environments, or anyone who wants a KVM that feels totally universal across every dock/PC combo without validation.