StarTech.com 2 Port Black USB KVM Switch Kit with Audio and Cables

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

At **£22.57 ex-VAT**, this StarTech 2‑port USB KVM switch kit is the kind of “just works” tool you buy when you want quick cost-effective desktop control without drama. The big appeal is simplicity: two computers, one set of keyboard/mouse (USB) and audio, and you’re sorted. For a small office setup, shared workspace, or testing environment where you’re frequently hopping between two machines, it’s good value because you’re not paying for fancy features you won’t use.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you rely on anything timing-sensitive or very “USB device picky” (certain high-end mice, dongle-based peripherals, or anything that’s moody about switching). In day-to-day business use, cheap KVMs can sometimes cause minor annoyances like brief input hiccups when switching, or audio not always behaving exactly as expected depending on how your PCs are configured. If your priority is rock-solid, low-latency switching for demanding peripherals, spend a bit more and look at a better quality unit—or at least test with your exact keyboard/mouse model.

**Who it suits:** small teams, admin/testing benches, and “two PCs, one console” scenarios on a budget. **Who should avoid:** anyone running demanding peripherals or expecting enterprise-grade switching performance and flawless audio every time.