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HDMI Switch 4K HDMI Splitter Techole Aluminum Bi Directional HDMI Switcher 2 Input 1 Output HDMI Switch Splitter 2 x 1 1 x 2 No External Power Required Support 4K 3D HD 1080P for Xbox PS4 Roku HDTV

Last Updated: April 29, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
11
Spam Test
PASS
Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
Yes
HDMI
LED
TYPE
196.85 meters
SIZE

Review Analysis - 987 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Ports
 198
switch, splitter, ports, inputs, input
+80%
-20%
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" ...  I needed to hook up the computer and an Ematic Over the Air HDTV to HDMI box. ... I went YAY because it's hard to get at some of the cabling and, of course, I had to buy more HDMI cables and now it was done! ... When switching from Computer to OTA TV, it worked. ... I already bought a 3 port switcher (leave room for future expansion) and it works great.  ...  "
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" ...  This product worked well for my purpose of only having one HDMI on my tv, not I am able to have a game and DVD player hooked up.  ...  "
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" ...  I used this to double the HDMI input on my T V. It was easy to use and the picture quality is perfect.  ...  "
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" ...  TV in guest room did not have required inputs so this works to switch between devices.  ...  "
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" ...  It is great for the older TV's that do not have as many HDMI ports.  ...  "
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" ...  Using to switch one of my TV HDMI inputs between a Blu-ray player and a Roku device.  ...  "
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" ...  Only had one working HDMI port and having the switch made it easy to use two devices for one working port.  ...  "
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" ...  All you have to do is plug in the HDMIs of your two media devices to the splitter and use one HDMI to connect the splitter to the TV.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 142
easy to install, easy, simple, easy to set, switch
+99%
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" ...  So easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  great product makes my life a lot easier to navigate through different devices  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install  ...  "
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" ...  Small and easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use works as advertised  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to set up and worked right away.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set up and easy to use.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 122
tv, monitor, ps4, devices, xbox
+83%
-17%
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" ...  I used them to switch 2 screens between a laptop dock station and a Raspberry Pi.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased this originally because I recently purchased a Raspberry Pi 4B device and wanted to easily switch my one monitor between my main computer and my raspberry pi.  ...  "
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" ...  It works great for me: PS4 to two different TVs (not at the same time).  ...  "
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" ...  I had this switch hooked up to two separate output devices, an Anker projector and an LG LCD TV.  ...  "
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" ...  I use this to go between my laptop screen and my xbox on my monitor.  ...  "
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" ...  You need 3 total, two from each computer and a third from the switch to the monitor.  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as I intended, to switch my second monitor between my laptop and my mac mini .  ...  "
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" ...  I bought these for working from home during covid-19 to switch my monitors between my work macbook and my home desktop.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 71
months, working, switch, problems, month
+56%
-44%
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" ...  Product worked as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  It's been working great so far.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve been using it daily for around 3 months now and no issues. ... Since it’s always drawing power it keeps the switch working.  ...  "
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" ...  Was concerned about it working well from some of the mixed reviews.  ...  "
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" ...  No idea about longevity since they've only had it 4 months.  ...  "
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" ...  no complaints, no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  I had it for a few days and the device works perfectly.  ...  "
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" ...  Worked just like it should!  ...  "
Cables
 64
cable, splitter, switch, hdmi, cable box
+72%
-28%
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" ...  This fixed my issue of having to manually change the cables frequently. ... I would recommend getting a additional cable.  ...  "
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" ...  Love how solid and sturdy it switches ports with no noise or static.  ...  "
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" ...  Love this splitter.  ...  "
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" ...  Thought I had an extra cable laying around .  ...  "
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" ...  No more fumbling around with cables and connections.  ...  "
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" ...  Simple works well slight lag when switching from dvd to cable box.  ...  "
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" ...  Now we can easily switch between the gaming console and the cable.  ...  "
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" ...  The other hdmi cord I had worked great with it.  ...  "
Setup
 62
setup, easy, easy to use, easy to set, simple
+100%
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" ...  Easy to install and use  ...  "
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" ...  Here is my setup.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set and self explanatory.  ...  "
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" ...  easy to install  ...  "
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" ...  Hook-up was easy and it works fine!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install.  ...  "
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" ...  this product is very simple to setup and operate and so far have had no issues with it working even when switching from 1 resolution display to another with the game paused.  ...  "
Marketplace
 55
picture, works as described, works, described, worked
+87%
-13%
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" ...  Thank God for Amazon and companies who sell things on their site for such amazing pricing for us consumers to fix mistakes we make haha.  ...  "
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" ...  Thanks for a good product.  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as described with no noticeable decline in picture quality.  ...  "
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" ...  works as advertised  ...  "
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" ...  Worked as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Works just like described!  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
Picture Quality
 53
quality, switch, easy to use, sound, splitter
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Picture quality is still great!  ...  "
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" ...  No issue with picture quality, looks great.  ...  "
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" ...  picture quality is first rate and it is easy to use/setup  ...  "
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" ...  I've noticed no loss in sound or picture quality when using this splitter .  ...  "
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" ...  There is not issue with picture quality or sound.  ...  "
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" ...  Simple, cheap and doesn't effect quality of picture.  ...  "
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" ...  Product worked as expected without reduction in picture quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Other than that, the splitter accomplishes exactly what it is supposed to - a quality picture and sound for two input devices feeding to one output.  ...  "
Controls
 43
switch, push, button to switch, switching, push the button
+81%
-19%
comment
" ...  It is simple to set up and to use--just push a button.  ...  "
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" ...  It's also surprisingly compact and solid, I was expecting plastic and flimsy buttons for this price, but this is metal and the button feels like my Cherry MX keyboard!  ...  "
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" ...  There is a push button which activates either device which has the added convenience of illuminating whether "A" or "B" is active. ... The push button is in between the "A" & "B" and is a positive switch  ...  "
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" ...  Very easy to switch between: just push the button and it highlights which setting it's on (1 or 2).  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as advertised, push the button and it switches input.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as you'd expect - Push the button to switch monitors.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the button it feels good  ...  "
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" ...  This was simple to install and all you do is press a button to switch back to television.  ...  "
Product As Described
 42
picture, works as described, works, worked, described
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  There seems to be no picture degradation - it works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  I wish that this was more clear in the description and photos.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  This product works exactly as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  works as advertised  ...  "
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" ...  This devise worked exactly as described.  ...  "
Build Quality
 39
made, solid, feels, build quality, switch
+90%
-10%
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" ...  It's also metal, so it feels nice too!  ...  "
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" ...  The unit is heavy, made of metal, which makes it feel great in the hand.  ...  "
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" ...  Works perfect, no issues, solid quality for value  ...  "
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" ...  Case is solid.  ...  "
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" ...  My kids have dropped it a couple of dozen times so I would say it’s pretty durable as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Overall, solid product.  ...  "
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" ...  The construction is very high quality.  ...  "
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" ...  This device feels like it is rock solid. ... The metal enclosure feels well made and durable.  ...  "
Price
 30
money, good, product, would, works
+90%
-10%
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" ...  It's not a perfect solution, but it certainly gets the job done at a reasonable price.  ...  "
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" ...  Value for money  ...  "
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" ...  Can’t beat the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Great product at a great price.  ...  "
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" ...  Seriously can’t be beaten for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Great switch for the money.  ...  "
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" ...  I would spend some extra money the first time and stay clear of the cheaper ones.  ...  "
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" ...  But for the price this product met or exceeded my expectations  ...  "
Display Clarity
 30
switch, display, monitor, tv, black
+53%
-47%
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" ...  I have a Dell notebook from work and a Mac notebook that I share to a widescreen display.  ...  "
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" ...  Just set up games and home theater system, a couple of these makes it easy to switch from tv to projector screen  ...  "
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" ...  I use this to go between my laptop screen and my xbox on my monitor. ... I can share my screen with either device all with the simple push of the button with this awesome toggle switch!  ...  "
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" ...  Very easy to hook up and start using, great picture display, no problems so far using switch for monitor to work between 2 computers.  ...  "
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" ...  Simple office display switching.  ...  "
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" ...  I switch to the line 2 so I can work without my audience seeing my screen for the moment.  ...  "
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" ...  Works perfectly, just what I needed to switch my display from one system to the other.  ...  "
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" ...  well worth it Id say if you are using multiple screens for difference machines  ...  "
Gaming
 28
switch, game, ps4, games, simple
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Doesn’t affect picture or quality of gaming.  ...  "
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" ...  It is like the old switched for game boxes but much higher quality!  ...  "
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" ...  Using it to switch inputs of various game consoles to the HDTV for a quite a few months now.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it for my Xbox one and PS4  ...  "
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" ...  It's quick and simple to use when I need to switch between my game consoles.  ...  "
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" ...  So, I recently made a new gaming pc rig.  ...  "
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" ...  Use this to flip between my PC and a nintendo switch game and it works great.  ...  "
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" ...  I didn't notice any additional latency while gaming and there was no noticeable degradation of audio or video quality.  ...  "
Resolution
 27
tv, hdmi, 1080p, ps4, switch
+70%
-30%
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" ...  Easily switch between Xbox and Firestick 4k.  ...  "
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" ...  The 4K HDMI splitter works right the way after I made the connection with the TV and the 2 devices.  ...  "
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" ...  The HDMI Switch 4K HDMI Splitter-Techole Aluminum Bi-Directional HDMI Switcher 2 Input 1 Output, HDMI Switch Splitter 2 x 1/1 x 2. ... No External Power Required, Support 4K 3D HD 1080P for Xbox PS4 Roku HDTV.  ...  "
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" ...  The HDMI Switch 4K Splitter-Techole switcher for 2 input 1 output was one of the best things I’ve purchased for my TV  ...  "
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" ...  1) 27" Samsung UHD 4k Monitor that I use for gaming . ... 2) 39" LG smart tv 1080p Full HD ... 1) HDMI FROM Switch to Samsung 27" UHD 4k Monitor is Amazon Basics 6 foot High Speed HDMI with Ethernet  ...  "
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" ...  It works great for my 4K UHD TV and my Huawei P20 Pro cellphone.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't speak for 4k, as I am using it at my computers at 1920x1200, but I just got it today, have not had a single problem.  ...  "
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" ...  There has been no noticeable difference in video quality on either at 1080p resolution.  ...  "
CD/DVD
 22
player, switch, used, roku, blu ray player
+91%
-9%
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" ...  I used this to connect a DVD player to my tv. ... It works well and is easy to switch back and forth from cable to the DVD player.  ...  "
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" ...  This is exactly what I needed to connect my dvd recorder to my tv to get it to record my shows.  ...  "
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" ...  Perfect for using a computer and/or a BlueRay CD on a TV with just a simple button to switch.  ...  "
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" ...  This small device works perfectly to "split" the signal to the television between a game console and a Blu-Ray DVD player.  ...  "
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" ...  Just what I needed to attach a roku box & DVD player to my tv.  ...  "
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" ...  I have my DVD payer and mini media player attached to it.  ...  "
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" ...  Splitting DVD and Roku players.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it to switch between my Firestick and DVD player.  ...  "
Software Platform
 20
roku, chromecast, switch, stick, firestick
+75%
-25%
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" ...  I have a firestick and a chromecast.  ...  "
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" ...  I used to with a roku stream stick and a DirecTV box for reference.  ...  "
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" ...  and both tvs show the same program.  ...  "
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" ...  We use it with our soundbar and our XBOX and chromecast are both hooked to it.  ...  "
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" ...  Got this to add Apple TV to my setup  ...  "
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" ...  Switches back and forth between our Dish network and Chromecast.  ...  "
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" ...  Sharing displays with $130 windows 10/1909 laptops with more expensive laptops.  ...  "
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" ...  Switch from Fire stick to Tivo.  ...  "
Overall performance
 20
well, reasonable, price, perfect, gets
+95%
-5%
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" ...  This does the job perfectly.  ...  "
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" ...  Works perfect, no issues, solid quality for value  ...  "
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" ...  Does it’s job and does it well.  ...  "
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" ...  For all intensive purposes, this is a quality made product.  ...  "
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" ...  It does the job and it is easy to hook up  ...  "
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" ...  But it looks like it will do the job.  ...  "
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" ...  It does the job it was made to do, no problems at all  ...  "
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" ...  Did its job  ...  "
Returns
 15
refund, returning, returned, want, trash
+7%
-93%
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" ...  I returned it for a replacement hoping it was just a faulty one but the replacement did the exact same thing.  ...  "
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" ...  Will be returning this ASAP.  ...  "
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" ...  I will return it for refund.  ...  "
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" ...  Directly sent to the trash.  ...  "
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" ...  Not worth returning.  ...  "
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" ...  Costs almost as much to return as to buy. ... Did not bother to return. ... It went in the trash.  ...  "
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" ...  By the time I tried it the window had close to return or I would have returned this item.  ...  "
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" ...  I want a refund and the one that does that. ... Disappointed and want a refund.  ...  "
Network
 14
two, second, switch, splitter, split
+29%
-71%
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" ...  Now it no longer sends signal down my 25ft line and is intermittent on my short 4 ft run.  ...  "
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" ...  This should not be called a splitter in any way, It does not split the signal.  ...  "
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" ...  except my laptop doesn't pickup the signal / detect the monitor for some reason.  ...  "
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" ...  The signal wouldn’t send back and forth.  ...  "
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" ...  Every time I flip the switch, I lose all connections and I have to unplug and replug my TV in to regain signal.  ...  "
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" ...  Works for about 20 minutes before it loses signal and regains it in 15 seconds, Do not recomend.  ...  "
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" ...  I could not get a good signal with this.  ...  "
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" ...  When it stopped working and I had to hit the button to pass the signal through to the right device over and over again, it was time to look for a replacement.  ...  "
Delivery
 12
today, time, received, product, described
+67%
-33%
comment
" ...  Still in box.  ...  "
comment
" ...  As described/Quick shipping.  ...  "
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" ...  I received the order in a timely manner.  ...  "
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" ...  The shipping took little longer but no problem otherwise with the product.  ...  "
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" ...  Came on time.  ...  "
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" ...  Product as described and shipped on time.  ...  "
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" ...  Arrived on time and was as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Item arrived on time with no issues at all.  ...  "
Design
 12
nice, metal, made, looks, feels
+92%
-8%
comment
" ...  It looks well-made and works just like it should!  ...  "
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" ...  This switchbox is a pretty solid build.  ...  "
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" ...  it is a beautiful thing.  ...  "
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" ...  The splitter is sleek looking.  ...  "
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" ...  It's also metal, so it feels nice too!  ...  "
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" ...  The switch looks and feels to be very well made, and the connections are snug.  ...  "
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" ...  The button is smooth., device is slim/sleek.  ...  "
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" ...  It's durable metal casing and brushed metal finish is amazing.  ...  "
Sound Quality
 10
video, picture quality, audio, quality, picture
+80%
-20%
comment
" ...  Love how solid and sturdy it switches ports with no noise or static.  ...  "
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" ...  There is not issue with picture quality or sound.  ...  "
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" ...  Great quality video and audio passthrough.  ...  "
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" ...  Picture quality is perfect and sound is completely normal.  ...  "
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" ...  I've noticed no loss in sound or picture quality when using this splitter .  ...  "
Cable Length
 10
short, cables, tv, switching, input
+50%
-50%
comment
" ...  Typically does not work unless you repeatedly “jiggle” the input cables.  ...  "
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" ...  (Not the TV, Input, Cables) - Simply just was a cheap splitter that had a short life.  ...  "
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" ...  thats when I noticed that this device DOES NOT PASS 1080P THROUGH when using a longer cable.  ...  "
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" ...  This would usually require 1 short cable that a user is unlikely to already have. ... so you need to BUY the third short cable which is not cheap when sold separately.  ...  "
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" ...  Also it doesn’t come with any cords.  ...  "
Size
 10
compact, small and easy, convenient, product, price
+100%
comment
" ...  It fits the bill perfecty.  ...  "
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" ...  be happy with the switch they carry it is no different  ...  "
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" ...  I love that the product is small and easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Nice and compact  ...  "
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" ...  Convenient and good price too.  ...  "
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" ...  Much more convenient.  ...  "
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" ...  They are made of metal and are very compact.  ...  "
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" ...  Small and easy to use.  ...  "
Screen Protection
 9
black, lines, every, switching, go
+11%
-89%
comment
" ...  If you look the wrong way at this thing, it'll cause your screen to shift to black momentarily. ... Lately, however, this device has caused a horizontal line of static to move up my screen every 1-2 minutes and it's incredibly hard to work or game with this taking place.  ...  "
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" ...  Kept switching off the screen.  ...  "
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" ...  Just a black screen.  ...  "
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" ...  Didn't take long for.it to start malfunctioning - Had lines come on the screen.  ...  "
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" ...  The screen looks like lines that flicker in and out.  ...  "
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" ...  The screen flickers and glitches constantly.  ...  "
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" ...  Would have been better having all three on one side, then the button could be placed near a surface edge.  ...  "
Video Playback
 8
quality, work, way, two, tv
+75%
-25%
comment
" ...  I use one of the ports for the ROKU and I use the other for video games.  ...  "
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" ...  Great quality video and audio passthrough.  ...  "
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" ...  for tv switching video feeds  ...  "
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" ...  In short, if you are looking for a way to alternate between two video sources to one TV / Monitor, this will work great. ... If you are looking for a way to alternate between two monitors and one video source, this will work great.  ...  "
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" ...  Really like this product for movie watching.  ...  "
Remote
 8
remote, wish, switch, button, function
+88%
-13%
comment
" ...  Works easier than having to use the remote to change inputs on the tv.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great would like it to have a remote switch but other than that great product.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use, remote would be nice for it.  ...  "
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" ...  Works fine - why is 'remote control' a reviewable feature?  ...  "
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" ...  Great love it alot , wish it had a remote but no big deal id buy it agin if i need one .  ...  "
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" ...  If it had a remote control It would be 5 stars  ...  "
Power Consumption
 7
source, required, well, require, external
+86%
-14%
comment
" ...  No external power required, works really well.  ...  "
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" ...  No external power required and built very well  ...  "
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" ...  Great to use without a power source!!!  ...  "
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" ...  This time I bought one that has a power supply and what a difference .  ...  "
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" ...  it doesn't require a power source.  ...  "
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" ...  Does not require a power source.  ...  "
Features
 7
well, indicator
+43%
-57%
comment
" ...  the light does not even come on,i will buy a new one from others,not recommend this seller and this product.  ...  "
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" ...  The dim green indicator is hard to see.  ...  "
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" ...  Would have been 5 stars if it didn't die after a month of light use.  ...  "
For Kids
 5
kids, purchased, one, gaming, use
+100%
comment
" ...  My kids have dropped it a couple of dozen times so I would say it’s pretty durable as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Now my kids can easily switch between using each gaming system easily.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased this switch for my married son for Christmas. ... My 5-year-old grandson can switch from one console to the other with ease.  ...  "
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" ...  I use this for my kids to switch between the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One.  ...  "
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" ...  This product was a great buy just what i need for my kids gaming.  ...  "
Defective Delivery
 5
item, product
-100%
comment
" ...  This product has great ratings but either it doesn’t work as intended or I received a defective product.  ...  "
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" ...  Even i do not know the problem,maybe this item is defective.  ...  "
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" ...  It must be defective.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased this product and the initial item received was defective and would not switch.  ...  "
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" ...  Package was accidentally tossed so stuck with it and unable to use it.  ...  "
Lagging
 4
+25%
-75%
comment
" ...  A jiggle will reset it but annoying at times.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Glitches out constantly.  ...  "
comment
" ...  little bit of a lag when switching inputs but that's to be expected.  ...  "
Fit
 3
plugs, would, velcro, switch, fit
+100%
comment
" ...  Works perfectly fine except spring gets stuck switching from 1 to 2.  ...  "
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" ...  It fits the bill perfecty.  ...  "
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" ...  Have attached the switch to my side desk with velcro to keep it solidly in place.  ...  "
Comfort
 3
feels, like, metal, hand, feel
+100%
comment
" ...  The unit is heavy, made of metal, which makes it feel great in the hand.  ...  "
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" ...  it feels well made and has given me no issues.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the button it feels good  ...  "

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Specifications

Body
Size:  196.85 meters
Connectivity
HDMI:  Yes 
Display
Resolution:  Full HD 1080p 
Type:  LED 
Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
Yes
HDMI
LED
TYPE
196.85 meters
SIZE