Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K?
Max resolution single display is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K 3840x2160, a 72% lead for Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K. Add usb hub ports to that, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 1 on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K, and the pattern holds.
Who each one is for
Buy the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not built for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. It is equally the pick for buyers wanting a complete matched transmitter/receiver pair rather than individual nodes. It is not the one for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K suits classified 2-network desks needing 4K HDMI video and audio switching and government facilities requiring both smart card auth and tamper-evident hardware, though it is the wrong buy for desks needing more than 2 connected computers and general commercial office use with no security clearance requirement. Avoid it for budget-constrained secure deployments (the RSS-1024K is cheaper without smart card support).
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K price
Cost splits them too. Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K sits at $717, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at $3,051, 325% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K differ on max refresh at max resolution?
Yes. Max Refresh At Max Resolution reads 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 3840x2160 on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K?
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 ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 6.2/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- Raritan
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 2 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- RSS-102C4K
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- DVI, HDMI, VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2Best
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 1-50%
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- Secure
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-72%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-72%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 30 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
- 717.18 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).
Choose Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $717.18 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 ALIF1002P
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.
Raritan Secure Switch RSS-102C4K
9.1 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the most capable certified secure KVM switches in this catalog thanks to 4K, audio and smart card support together.
More comparisons in KVM Switches
Compare Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P with
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ADDERLink ALIF2112T (Dual Link/Dual Head DVI Extender)
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ATEN KX9970FR (5K DisplayPort KVM-over-IP Receiver, Fiber)
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ATEN KX9970FT (5K DisplayPort KVM-over-IP Transmitter, Fiber)
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Adder ALIF1104T (HDMI KVM-over-IP Transmitter over 1GbE)