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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs SmartAVI SM-MST-2D: Comparison

SmartAVI SM-MST-2D has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). SmartAVI SM-MST-2D also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). On price, SmartAVI SM-MST-2D sits at $287.53 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Pick the SmartAVI SM-MST-2D if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The SmartAVI SM-MST-2D is also cheaper at $287.53 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 SmartAVI SM-MST-2D?

On paper, SmartAVI SM-MST-2D has the edge on max resolution, at 3840x2160 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1920x1200.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SmartAVI SM-MST-2D?

The SmartAVI SM-MST-2D is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or SmartAVI SM-MST-2D?

SmartAVI SM-MST-2D costs $287.53 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.

Adder ALIF1002P (Network DVI Extender Transmitter & Receiver)
AdderAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002P

$3,051.40

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SmartAVI SM-MST-2D (2-Port Dual-Head Multi-Stream KVM Switch, Discontinued)
SmartAVISmartAVI SM-MST-2D

$287.53

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    4.4/10

    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
    1-50%
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    2

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1 displays
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    2 displays

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    DisplayPort Multi-Stream Transport (dual-head)

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    4K@30Hz per headBest

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    2

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    No

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    Desk

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    60 Hz-72%
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    30 HzBest

  • USB Switching Speed

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    USB 2.0Best
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    USB 1.1

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    287.53 USD

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Adder
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    SmartAVI

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    ALIF1002P
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    SM-MST-2D

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-72%
    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).

    Choose SmartAVI SM-MST-2D if you want the higher port count (2 vs 1), the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz per head vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PSmartAVI SM-MST-2D
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    $3,051.40

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    $287.53

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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.

    SmartAVI SM-MST-2D

    5.7 / 10 Expert Rating

    Discontinued; the actively supported SM-DPN-2D-S is the better choice at a similar price point.

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