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Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K: Comparison

Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). On price, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO sits at $540.00 against $645.00 for Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K.

Pick the Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if that matters to you: 2 USB hub ports to the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K's 1, so it can switch between more PCs. Pick the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K costs $105.00 more ($645.00 vs $540.00), so decide whether its edge is worth it. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K?

On paper, Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K has the edge on max resolution, at 3840x2160 vs Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO at 2560x1600.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K?

The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K are built for different jobs. The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO has 2 USB hub ports to the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K's 1, so it can switch between more PCs. The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K?

Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO costs $540.00 vs $645.00 for Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K at the time of our last price check.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    4.0/10
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    5.9/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Port Count

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    4
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    2-50%
  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Front-panel buttons, keyboard hotkeys, three-button mouse, RS232, optional RC4 remote
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    Push-button secure isolation switch with tamper-evident labels, no IP/network path
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    1 displays
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    2 displays
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    DVI
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    DVI, HDMI, VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA)Best
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2Best
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    1-50%
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Yes
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    Yes
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Desk
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    Secure
  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    60 Hz-51%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    30 HzBest
  • Hotkey Switching

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Yes
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    No
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    540.00 USD
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    645.00 USD
  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Adder
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    Raritan
  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    AV4PRO-DVI
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    RSS-1024K
  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600-51%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if you want the higher port count (4 vs 2) and the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).

    Choose Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA) vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the higher max resolution per display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ADDERView PRORaritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K
    Amazon

    $540.00

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    Consumercarts listing

    $645.00

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    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.

    Verdict

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    An affordable way to add isolated switching to a 4-port DVI desk without paying for certification or multiviewer features.

    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-1024K

    8.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    A well-priced certified secure KVM with 4K and audio for 2-network desks that don't need a built-in smart card reader.

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