StarTech.com 2 Port USB VGA Cable KVM Switch - USB Powered with Remote Switch

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For £37.70 ex-VAT, this StarTech USB-powered 2‑port USB VGA KVM switch is a very sensible “small desk” solution—if your setup is basically one VGA monitor you want to share between two PCs, and you don’t mind using the remote switch rather than reaching for the buttons. The USB power part is the right sort of convenience in a busy office/warehouse office: no extra PSU hunting, and it’s typically plug-and-forget. If you’re doing simple admin tasks (patching, configuration, light troubleshooting) where you don’t need fancy keyboard sharing or high-end switching behaviour, it’s exactly the kind of cheap-and-cheerful tool that saves desk space.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it for modern “IT core” workstations or anything display-sensitive. It’s VGA-focused, so if your monitors are newer or you care about crisp text and fast refresh under load, you’ll likely end up disappointed compared with HDMI/DisplayPort KVMs. Also, a 2‑port KVM is limiting—fine for two machines, painful the moment you add a third. And while “USB powered” usually means reliable, KVMs at this price point can be more sensitive to cabling/monitor quirks; if you have a finicky monitor or lots of long runs, test before you standardise. Overall: good value for straightforward two-PC VGA sharing; not a great choice if you’re trying to future-proof or run a demanding, high-precision multi-monitor environment.