StarTech.com 2 Port Dual DisplayPort USB KVM Switch with Audio & USB 2.0 Hub

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At £306.88 ex-VAT, this StarTech 2‑port KVM is a “buy it when you really need it” sort of tool, not a casual office upgrade. The big win is convenience: dual DisplayPort switching with audio and a built‑in USB hub means you can keep your desk setup tidy—one keyboard/mouse, one set of peripherals, and just flip between two computers. That’s especially useful in finance, dev/QA, or anyone who runs a work laptop plus a desktop and wants the same monitor + audio routing without constant cabling. StarTech’s KVMs also tend to be fairly straightforward in real-world installs—less drama with driver headaches than some cheaper no‑name options.

That said, I wouldn’t buy this if you’re expecting it to be a “set and forget” solution for every monitor situation. Dual‑DisplayPort KVMs can still be picky depending on monitor refresh rates, docking graphics behaviour, and how the source devices handle DP handshakes—so if your business has a mixed monitor fleet or high-spec refresh requirements, it’s worth checking compatibility first. Also, if your use case is really only “one display and maybe one USB device,” you can usually find better value elsewhere. But for a two‑computer, two‑monitor setup where you care about desk ergonomics and clean audio/USB switching, this is the right kind of practical.