StarTech.com 2-Port HDMI Splitter, 4K 60Hz HDMI 2.0 Video, 4K HDMI Splitter 1 In 2 Out, 1x2 HDMI Display/Output Splitter, HDR/HDCP, 20in (50cm) Built-in HDMI Cable

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For £51.60 ex-VAT, this is a solid “get it working” buy if you genuinely just need one HDMI source shown on two screens. StarTech’s splitters tend to be reliable in the messy reality of offices—different TVs/monitors, slightly odd EDID behaviour, and the usual cable-length quirks. The included short lead is a nice touch for tidy installs, and the 4K/60 + HDR/HDCP support means you’re not likely to trip over modern media players or graphics outputs. If you’re doing something like digital signage, training rooms, or mirroring a conference room input to a second display, this will do the job without the cost/complexity of matrix switching.

That said, don’t expect it to behave like a proper AV distribution solution. HDMI splitters don’t “manage” content—they just replicate it—so if you need independent control of outputs, scaling, audio routing tweaks, or long-run stability, you’ll want something more purpose-built (or better cabling/shorter runs). Also, if your source is picky or you’re seeing handshake issues, you may need to trial it with the exact source/display combo you’ll use. Overall: buy it if your use-case is straightforward mirroring and you want good value; skip it if you need real switching/management or have tricky legacy equipment.