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Fosmon HD1831 3 Port HDMI Switch with Pigtail Cable
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
6.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
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48 meters
SIZE
Yes
HDMI
Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
Review Analysis - 938 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Ports
196switch, ports, input, splitter, inputs
+55%
-45%
" ... this thing has saved my life, My PC has only 2 HDMI ports, and I have HD-Cable, PS4, PS3 and my PC all connected to one TV now. ... "
" ... I needed a way to plug in 3 devices to our HDTV in our family room, but the TV only had 2 HDMI ports. ... With this switch, I was able to add in 2 more ports. ... "
" ... Great HDMI switcher if you don't have that many HDMI ports in your TV, highly recommend! ... "
" ... Exactly what I needed, works as directed, would highly recommend to anyone needing a decent HDMI multi-port switch. ... "
" ... Can't tell if there's any quality lost, but it's great for TVs with limited HDMI plugs, or people with multiple HDMI source. ... "
" ... Plugged both directly into tv and had no issues. ... "
" ... works amazingly well and very robust, i reccommend it for anyone who wants to connect all their HDMI devices to a tv but dont have the space for more than 2. ... "
" ... So I got this switch to connect both my Comcast cable box and my Sony blu-ray to the single working hdmi port. ... Occasionally I will also connect my laptop, so it's nice to have the 3 ports. ... Switch automatically uses laptop as source. ... Unplug laptop from hdmi cable. ... - Unplugging the hdmi cable from the switch does remove its signal and it automatically switches to the next ON input device in cycle (1-2-3). ... Unplug laptop's hdmi cable from the switch. ... Unplug laptop's hdmi cable from the switch. ... "
Product Reliability
149months, stopped working, working, weeks, week
+20%
-80%
" ... After little use, stopped working ... "
" ... Totally defective product that did not work, right out of the box. ... "
" ... Since I cannot give it a 0 star for being completely unable to use, I will say that the input auto switch worked for me. ... "
" ... Stopped working in a day. ... "
" ... And it not working . ... "
" ... I tried plugging in individually and collectively and all failed. ... "
" ... Just received my 3rd one and it’s also broken. ... "
" ... It Does not work properly. ... "
Device Compatibility
127switch, automatically, ps4, switching, chromecast
+53%
-47%
" ... I constantly change between console and computer and haven't faced any issues it. ... "
" ... Works great with a XBox 360 and XBox One. ... "
" ... Somewhat save you time switching device. ... Automatically switch from TV to box, but manually switch from box to TV. ... "
" ... It autoswitches perfectly between my PC, Roku and PS4 ... "
" ... works amazingly well and very robust, i reccommend it for anyone who wants to connect all their HDMI devices to a tv but dont have the space for more than 2. ... "
" ... Connect a running laptop. ... Switch automatically uses laptop as source. ... "
" ... Have a Chromecast and a PlayStation hooked up to it. ... "
" ... So when buying this, make sure you keep the auto-switching in mind when paired with a device like a Chromecast. ... "
Marketplace
56amazon, works as advertised, works, work, product
+66%
-34%
" ... What can I say other than it works as advertised. ... "
" ... Well made and works as described. ... "
" ... Works exactly as described and very well made. ... "
" ... Functions as described. ... "
" ... works perfectly thanks ... "
" ... This was my second Fosmon HD1831 I have purchased from Amazon, and while the first one is still working great after nearly a year, the second one only lasted a few weeks before it started having problems. ... "
" ... Works perfectly and as described. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
Returns
52returned, replacement, refund, returning, window
+6%
-94%
" ... I sent the switch back and Amazon sent me a replacement. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, I let this product sit in my house a while before I installed it, so I missed the return window. ... Otherwise, I'd be sending it back. ... "
" ... Did not work properly, maybe ordered the wrong one. ... "
" ... Can't return it! ... "
" ... I contacted the mfgr and their solution was to send me a new unit after I mailed the old one back. ... The cost of shipping it back was prohibitive compared to the cost of a new unit so I did not take them up on the offer. ... "
" ... I was going to return it and purchase a different model, but considering the low price and that I got it to work with other devices, I will just keep it. ... "
" ... And it's too expensive to return let the buyer beware ... "
" ... I had to return as defective. ... "
Controls
51switch, manually, inputs, input, automatically
+49%
-51%
" ... The select button does light up to a pretty color blue . ... "
" ... Even if I press select. ... "
" ... My 3rd input did not work and the other 2 did not switch automatically like they're supposed to. ... "
" ... It works, but the damn thing switches inputs without me pressing the "select" button! ... "
" ... It also requires me to press the button after I power on a device, even if it is the only device powered on. ... "
" ... Product sometimes needs manual button to switch. ... "
" ... Wouldn't stay on one and there was no way I could lock it on to stay at 1 display due to auto switch feature. ... "
" ... The selector switch (1,2,3) does nothing . ... "
Price
50money, worth, waste of money, worth the money, waste of time
+48%
-52%
" ... A waste of money and time. ... "
" ... Don't waste your time and money! ... "
" ... Wasted my money on this one. ... "
" ... Total waste of money. ... "
" ... I think I wasted my money on this product. ... "
" ... Just a waste of time and effort ... "
" ... This splitter is not worth your money. ... "
" ... forgot to return it and just lost my money. ... "
Cables
40switch, hdmi, ex, current source, hdmi cables
+53%
-48%
" ... Finally, I tested the cable box. ... "
" ... Ex 1: Current source is cable box. ... Ex 2: Current source is cable box. ... Ex 1: Current source is blu-ray, cable box is turned on but not the current source. ... Ex 1: Current source is laptop (input3), cable box (input1) and blu-ray (input2) are both on. ... Source automatically changes to cable box. ... Ex 2: Current source is laptop (input3), cable box (input1) is turned off, blu-ray (input2) is turned on. ... "
" ... Saves a lot of space and gets rid of cables. ... "
" ... This switch enabled me to connect an Amazon Fire Stick and an HDMI cable to the Xfinity cable box. ... "
" ... the wire length is long but it is convenient if the TV is further away. ... "
" ... automatically switch when cable is connected to its source. ... "
" ... I like that there's no more wire clutter around the tv area. ... "
" ... It's easier and less frustrating to just manually switch cables. ... "
Product As Described
34works as advertised, works, advertised, works as expected, works as described
+82%
-18%
" ... What can I say other than it works as advertised. ... "
" ... Well made and works as described. ... "
" ... Works exactly as described and very well made. ... "
" ... Functions as described. ... "
" ... Works perfectly and as described. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Product is as described. ... "
Display Clarity
33tv, black, blank, static, random
+12%
-88%
" ... Only a black screen of disappointment. ... "
" ... Did not power on, could not display even a single device. ... "
" ... Does not work with plasma tvs ... "
" ... The first doesn't work on my monitor, the second one only works a second, then black screen. ... "
" ... Shrank screen size in output to overhead ... "
" ... It causes your screen to periodically blink on and off. ... "
" ... First time use it worked but there white dots all over the screen. ... "
" ... It doesn't switch k makes my tv screen flash . ... "
Network
32ps4, splitter, signals, lost, resume
+6%
-94%
" ... The signals between channels are not stable. ... "
" ... just does not work with a PS4, lost signals all the time, sucks. ... "
" ... Doesn't even carry the audio signal . ... "
" ... I'm giving it 2 stars because we have major problems with the HDMI signal for the Firestick. ... "
" ... When it finally did, no signal is found at all on either TV. ... "
" ... All connections were checked and rechecked but still doesn't work. ... "
" ... when connected to the laptop, no signal at all came through, the LEDs on the front of the device didn't come on and the laptop didn't detect that the monitor the device was attached to was connected. ... "
" ... Total piece of crap, causes extreme signal delay with peripheral devices (e.g. ... "
Ease of Use
31easy, simple, works great, works, switch
+100%
" ... Its easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Simple to use and works great! ... "
" ... very very very easy to connect . ... "
" ... easy to use. ... "
" ... The main reason I purchased this switch over the others is simple. ... "
" ... This gadget works without a hitch and makes my life easier. ... "
" ... Easy enough, though. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
Resolution
29cable box, plasma, hdmi, fire tv stick, xbox one
+59%
-41%
" ... This solved the problem of connecting TV, Roku box, and DVD player. ... "
" ... This 4K pigtail is great. ... "
" ... we use to switch between our Dish TV and the Fire Stick . ... "
" ... Great , use it all the time as my original Panasonic Plasma only had one HD input ... "
" ... Pass 1080p, surround sound Dolby digital and even work with my IR HDMI adapter and 50ft HDMI cable. ... "
" ... In my case xbox one and amazon fire stick. ... "
" ... Switching between satellite reception and blu-ray player. ... "
" ... Greatly expands your HDMI capabilities. ... "
Features
26feature, automatically, auto switch feature, works great, switch
+69%
-31%
" ... The automatic switching . ... "
" ... The indicator lights tell you which feeds are live that you can switch too ... "
" ... The auto switch feature works well and if you do need to switch devices there is a button to pressure to cycle through the 3 ports. ... "
" ... Like the auto switch function. ... "
" ... The auto-switching feature is nice and works well in my setup. ... "
" ... You get what you pay for and most of the good, automatic switches cost > $40. ... "
" ... The auto switching works great. ... "
" ... At first glance, the switch is nice. ... "
CD/DVD
25dvd, blu ray player, switch, automatically, sony
+48%
-52%
" ... Does not work with fire tv stick and would not work with my blu-ray player. ... "
" ... Failed to ever autoswitch beyween roku and dvd. ... "
" ... Ending up buying a new DVD player because we thought ours was broken . ... "
" ... This did NOT work for my Sony BDP-S3100 Blu-ray player straight out of the box. ... "
" ... Had high hopes, as I have a bog-standard Sony blu-ray player ... "
" ... And when it was manually switched -- DVD would just cut out. ... "
" ... Don't buy if you have a game system or sony bluray player. ... "
" ... Not high enough quality for BluRay. ... "
Picture Quality
24tv, plugged, image, static, audio
+33%
-67%
" ... I only saw a picture for a few seconds, full of static, then nothing. ... "
" ... I don not get an image from ether my computer or PS4 with this switch. ... "
" ... The audio would cut out and the picture would flicker. ... "
" ... Provides poor picture quality and now no longer works only after a few uses. ... "
" ... never worked probably , the picture quality is cery bad ... "
" ... Pic does come through but has static. ... "
" ... After, the picture kept going off on a black screen and back on for a second . ... "
" ... When they were plugged into this, the picture would show for about 2 mins and then go black. ... "
Software Platform
22roku, switch, tv, playstation, nintendo switch
+45%
-55%
" ... Then we tried it with Google Chromecast and same issue. ... "
" ... Not very compatible with firestick ... "
" ... Changed settings on Fire-stick, no luck. ... "
" ... Could not figure out how to make it work ... "
" ... I have an Xbox, Nintendo switch and a Roku hooked up to it. ... "
" ... Does not work with XBox 360, I'm assuming it's an HDCP problem. ... "
" ... Does not auto switch when connected to DVD player, Roku, & Chromecast. ... "
" ... it keeps saying that their is an error with my television, and clicks on and off. ... "
Gaming
21nintendo switch, xbox, game console, works great, gaming
+57%
-43%
" ... Works great with a XBox 360 and XBox One. ... "
" ... It autoswitches perfectly between my PC, Roku and PS4 ... "
" ... Super smooth and plug and play. ... "
" ... WORKS PERFECTLY TO SWITCH FROM ONE GAME SYSTEM TO THE OTHER ... "
" ... I own a few game consoles, and this has worked wonders for me! ... "
" ... This product worked great with my Xbox and PS4. ... "
" ... Great for when I have to switch between tv, game console and pc. ... "
" ... I got it for almost half price here and it works great, so simple to use and it automatically switches over to my game console when I turn the power on the game system. ... "
Sound Quality
18audio, video, switch, surround sound, television
+17%
-83%
" ... Now it has an audio flicker every 20-30 seconds, where the audio drops for about a second. ... "
" ... And since I've used this on any channel the audio cuts in and out. ... "
" ... the video will skip and sometimes the sound blips out. ... "
" ... No audio out. ... "
" ... The audio is awful. ... "
" ... Sound kept cutting out and TV freezing up when I tried to use it. ... "
" ... I randomly creates static. ... "
" ... Shortly after that point, my PS4 (in the first slot) that was in use would blink out, the screen would go dark and no sound would be coming through. ... "
Delivery
18fast, box, received, promised, great product
+67%
-33%
" ... Great product, great value all delivered expertly and earlier than promised. ... "
" ... Shipping was fast and safely packed. ... "
" ... This item shipped fast and was just as described. ... "
" ... Great product and fast shipping ... "
" ... I got the switch today and immediately removed it from the box. ... "
" ... Works as promised. ... "
" ... Received quickly sooner than expected ... "
" ... Works as promised. ... "
Setup
16simple, plug and play, easy, works great, worked
+81%
-19%
" ... Its easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... very very very easy to connect . ... "
" ... IT worked instantly - True plug and play. ... "
" ... Simple and easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Super smooth and plug and play. ... "
" ... Set it and forget it! ... "
" ... No mess, no extras, just simple plug and play. ... "
" ... Easy to use and install. ... "
Overall performance
15works, work, needed, fine, far
+87%
-13%
" ... It did the job I wanted it to do. ... "
" ... Does the job expected no problem. ... Excellent device does the job required, ... "
" ... Works well for what we needed it for. ... "
" ... It did just the job I needed it to. ... "
" ... Works great so far. ... "
" ... Nothing else needs to be done. ... "
" ... Did its job! ... "
" ... Simple, inexpensive, and does the job. ... "
USB
15tv, switch, plugged, dvd player, directly
+47%
-53%
" ... I swapped over to the input for my Playstation HDMI, only to find no video or audio. ... "
" ... Our TV has only one HDMI input. ... "
" ... multiple files, DVDs and USBs and just some USB files started look like being corrupted and I suspected other devices not this ... "
" ... When I plug my devices into the tv through this, they are all full of static and unclear. ... "
" ... I used AV cables for DVD player instead. ... "
" ... Won't even register that the HDMI is plugged in. ... "
" ... Tried it on a computer with HDMI, still not working. ... "
Lagging
11switching, seconds, tries, switch, sometimes
+18%
-82%
" ... Sometimes it happens every hour, sometimes every two, sometimes every 10 minutes. ... "
" ... Causes terrible flickering for our Switch and crashes the computer. ... "
" ... Like everything would freeze. ... "
" ... Frequently disconnects while in use and reconnects after a few seconds. ... "
" ... (a few hiccups). ... Cons I have noticed a bet of a lag at the auto switch. ... "
" ... Also, the picture disconnected and conected again every 3 seconds. ... "
" ... Sometimes it happens once other times it'll happen several times in a row. ... "
" ... It worked well for a week or two but now constantly glitches and tries to change inputs when only one device is on. ... "
Build Quality
11seems, switch, pretty, made, decent
+55%
-45%
" ... The workmanship is decent and I would say exceeds what a $10 might normally have. ... "
" ... The pigtail has good length for me (just under 2 ft) and fits where I need it to go for the way I designed my entertainment hub. ... This switch feels pretty solid. ... Smooth, industry strength quality plastic (for the price) that felt quality. ... "
" ... The price is decent and the construction seems to be first rate, I am very pleased with the quality and performance of this switch. ... "
" ... Seems to be very well made. ... "
" ... Shell out the extra money for a better quality device. ... "
" ... It's pretty cheaply made, but as long as things continue functioning I have no problem with that. ... "
Video Playback
10watching, video game, tv, etc, wii
+30%
-70%
" ... does not support 1080p tv. ... "
" ... Streaming devices are really slow! ... "
" ... Video and audio were extremely erratic, unreliable. ... "
" ... Watching movies or playing video games it shuts off constantly very annoying. ... "
" ... Video would turn off and on the whole time very disappointed. ... "
" ... It caused poor video quality on both. ... "
" ... I have even had isues with video scrambling. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 48 meters
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
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