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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080). On price, Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch sits at $1,622.92 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.
Pick the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P costs $1,428.48 more ($3,051.40 vs $1,622.92), so decide whether its edge is worth it. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch?
On paper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P has the edge on max resolution, at 1920x1200 vs Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch at 1920x1080.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch?
Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch costs $1,622.92 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.
$1,622.92
Eaton / Tripp Lite
@ Eaton / Tripp Lite ›Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- 7.9/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60HzBest
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- 1080p-10%
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- Rack
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- 1622.92 USD
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200Best
- Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
- 1920x1080-10%
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher max resolution (1920x1200 @ 60Hz vs 1080p) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1200 vs 1920x1080).
Choose Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| Eaton / Tripp Lite | $1,622.92 View on Eaton / Tripp Lite | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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.
Tripp Lite B072-016-IP2 NetCommander 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A 16-port NetCommander Cat5 KVM-over-IP switch, Tripp Lite's more current remote-management rack line.
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