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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080). They match on audio support and kvm segment.

Pick the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO or TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio?

On paper, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO has the edge on max resolution, at 1920x1200 vs TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio at 1920x1080.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio?

The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO (4-8 Computers / 1-4 Monitors / DVI-VGA / Modular Multi-Head)
AdderAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
TRENDnetTRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    3.6/10

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

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    Button, Hotkey, Software

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    VGA

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per headBest
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    1080p-10%

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    Desk

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200Best
    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    1920x1080-10%

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher max resolution (1920x1200 per head vs 1080p) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080).

    Choose TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROTRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio
    AmazonView on Amazon
    TRENDnetView on TRENDnet
    B&H PhotoView on B&H Photo

    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.

    TRENDnet TK-209K 2-Port USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio

    6 / 10 Expert Rating

    The audio-equipped version of TRENDnet's 2-port kit, adding speaker/mic switching to the base model.

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