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Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO vs Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO and Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO at 4, Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD at 1, 75% in favor of Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO. Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1600x1200). They match on usb hub ports and audio support. On price, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO sits at $540.00 against $899.00 for Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD.

Pick the Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1600x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO is also cheaper at $540.00 vs $899.00, so it is the better value. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD?

On paper, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO has the edge on port count, at 4 vs Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD at 1.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO and Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD?

The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1600x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD?

Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO costs $540.00 vs $899.00 for Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD at the time of our last price check.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    4.0/10
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    4.5/10

    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
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    1-75%
  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Front-panel buttons, keyboard hotkeys, three-button mouse, RS232, optional RC4 remote
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    N/A, dedicated extender, no switching
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    DVI
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    Dual-head DVI/VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    1600x1200 per head-53%
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    2
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Yes
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    Yes
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Desk
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    Extender
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    540.00 USD
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    899.00 USD
  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Adder
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    Rose Electronics
  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    AV4PRO-DVI
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    CRK-M2U2V/AUD
  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600Best
    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    1600x1200-53%

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if you want the higher port count (4 vs 1), the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 1600x1200 per head) and the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).

    Choose Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ADDERView PRORose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD
    Amazon

    $540.00

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    Consumercarts listing

    $899.00

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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.

    Rose Electronics Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD

    7.8 / 10 Expert Rating

    The right pick over the base CRK-M2U2V whenever audio extension is needed for the remote console.

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