Consumercarts

Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K max resolution single display compared

On max resolution single display the spread is 72%, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K 3840x2160, so Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K takes it. Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO also leads on usb hub ports, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 1 on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K: which one fits your build

The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO suits broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is not the pick for single-desk users who only need to switch between two computers and buyers needing HDMI or DisplayPort instead of DVI/VGA. The same goes for control room and NOC operators managing 4-8 machines across multiple monitors. Avoid it for budget shoppers, since modular head configurations cost more than a fixed 4-port switch. Buy the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K for multi-agency analyst desks needing 4 isolated networks with 4K video and government facilities requiring smart card auth across all connected networks, though it is the wrong buy for two-network desks (the RSS-102C4K is cheaper) and budget-constrained deployments not needing smart card support (see RSS-1044K). Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO (8/10): A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup. Our rating of the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K (9.1/10): A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 4 computers, cascadable to 8 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 4 computers on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.

Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?

It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    6.5/10

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

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Adder
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Raritan
  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    4 computers, cascadable to 8
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    4 computers
  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    AV4PRO
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    RSS-104C4K
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1 displays
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    1 displays
  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Push-button secure isolation switch with tamper-evident labels, no IP/network path
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    DVI, HDMI, VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-72%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA)Best
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    2Best
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    1-50%
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Secure
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Yes
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-72%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).

    Choose Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA) vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRORaritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Consumercarts listing

    $1,114.00

    View on Consumercarts listing

    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 AV4PRO

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup.

    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K

    9.1 / 10 Expert Rating

    A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.

    More comparisons in KVM Switches