IOGEAR

IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote

Expert rating6.7 / 10

Computers:: 2
Video:: VGA up to 2048x1536
Switching:: Wired remote
Price:: $27.95

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Manufacturer: IOGEAR Last updated: 2026-09-15

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IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote Review

The GCS22U is IOGEAR's entry-level 2-port VGA KVM switch, built around a pair of permanently molded-in cables so there's nothing extra to buy or lose for a simple two-PC desktop setup.

It's one of the cheapest ways to run a keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor across two computers, with a 6 ft wired remote button so you don't have to reach behind the switch to change ports. There's no audio switching and no USB hub for other peripherals, so it's strictly a KVM in the literal sense, but for a basic dual-PC bench setup that's exactly what most buyers need.

Built for Simplicity

Molded-in cables and a wired remote keep the GCS22U a true plug-and-play unit with nothing to configure and no drivers to install.

No Audio, No Hub

Buyers wanting speaker switching or extra USB ports should look at the GCS72U instead, which adds audio and microphone support in the same form factor.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating6.7 / 10

A simple 2-port USB KVM with cables and remote included, one of IOGEAR's most reviewed entry-level desktop models with generally favorable Best Buy customer feedback.

Best for

Budget dual-PC desks needing basic VGA KVM switching.
Anyone who wants a wired remote instead of a front-panel button.

Not for

Setups needing audio switching or USB peripheral sharing.
HDMI or DisplayPort-based systems.

Specifications

What these specs mean

Capability Score

4.7/10

How much this switch can do compared with other desk KVM switches, rated from its specifications.

Identity

Brand	IOGEAR
Model Number	GCS22U
Switching Method	Wired Remote

Topology

Computers Supported	2 computers
Displays Per Computer	1 displays
KVM Segment	Desk

Video & Features

Video Standard	VGA
Max Resolution	2048x1536
Audio Support	No

Video interface

Video Connector	VGA
Video Interface Version	VGA

Per display capability

Max Resolution Single Display	2048x1536

Display continuity

EDID Emulation	Yes (fixed EDID)

USB-C and power delivery

Power Delivery Wattage	No

Switching control

Wired Remote Included	Yes

Physical and power

Housing Material	Plastic
External Power Required	No

In the box and price

Price	27.95 USD
Included Cables	2 built-in 4 ft molded USB/VGA cables

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote?

Key specs for the IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote: Max Resolution 2048x1536, Max Resolution Per Display 2048x1536, Audio Support No, Computers Supported 2 computers, Displays Per Computer 1 displays, Video Standard VGA.

Who is the IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote best suited to?

Best suited to: Budget dual-PC desks needing basic VGA KVM switching; Anyone who wants a wired remote instead of a front-panel button.

What are the drawbacks of the IOGEAR GCS22U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote?

Not the best fit for: Setups needing audio switching or USB peripheral sharing; HDMI or DisplayPort-based systems.