StarTech.com 2 Port Dual Monitor HDMI KVM Switch - 4K 60Hz Ultra HD HDR - Desktop 4K HDMI 2.0 KVM Switch with 2 Port USB 3.0 Hub (5Gbps) & 4x USB 2.0 HID, Audio - Hotkey Switching - TAA

Product Overview

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For £327 ex-VAT, this StarTech 2-port HDMI KVM is a “buy it if you really need it” kind of tool, not a casual upgrade. The big win is hotkey switching with proper monitor handling, plus a built-in USB hub, so you can keep your desk tidy when you’re juggling two machines. If you work in a typical UK office setup—laptop dock plus a desktop, or a workstation plus a test machine—and you want your keyboard/mouse and audio to follow you reliably, it’s exactly the sort of switch that earns its keep.

That said, it’s not ideal for everyone. If you’re trying to use it for frequent device-heavy USB peripherals (lots of external storage, dongles that are temperamental, scanners, etc.), KVM USB behaviour can get quirky—especially with HID devices multiplexed alongside other USB needs. Also, if you only care about swapping video occasionally and your USB devices can tolerate separate connections, you’ll likely find cheaper 2-port options that do “good enough” without paying for the extra hub features. Overall: I’d recommend it for office-based “two computers, one desk” users who want stability and clean switching; I’d think twice if your use case is USB-heavy or you don’t actually need both ports/hub functionality.