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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB at 4, 75% in favor of Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB. Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). On price, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB sits at $1,443.33 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Pick the Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB is also cheaper at $1,443.33 vs $3,051.40, 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 ALIF1002P or Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB?

On paper, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB has the edge on port count, at 4 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB?

The Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. It also has 4 USB hub ports to the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P's 2, so it can switch between more PCs.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB?

Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB costs $1,443.33 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    8.2/10

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

  • Port Count

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1-75%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    4
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1 displays
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    2 displays
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    DisplayPort/HDMI
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    4K@60HzBest
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2-50%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    4Best
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    No
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    Secure
  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    60 Hz-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    60 HzBest
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    1443.33 USD
  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Adder
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    Secure KVM Systems
  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    ALIF1002P
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    SX42PHU-4
  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB if you want the higher port count (4 vs 1), the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher USB hub ports (4 vs 2).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PSecure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB
    Consumercarts listing

    $3,051.40

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    $1,443.33

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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 ALIF1002P

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.

    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 with Filtered USB

    8.3 / 10 Expert Rating

    The right pick when a 4-source dual-monitor matrix also needs policy-filtered USB peripheral support beyond basic keyboard and mouse.

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