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Sabrent 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch (USB-KCPD)

By Nick Miles ยท Updated 2026-05-08 ยท 8 expert sources

Pros

  • +$99.99 โ€” most affordable verified KVM pick in the Mac+PC programmer category
  • +Single-cable USB-C operation eliminates HDMI adapter clutter entirely
  • +60W PD charges the active laptop during use
  • +Compact form factor with no dedicated footprint on the desk
  • +Clean pairing for all-USB-C Mac + Windows/Linux laptop setups

Cons

  • โˆ’Both computers must support USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode โ€” not universal on older hardware
  • โˆ’No HDMI input โ€” incompatible with HDMI-primary setups without adapters
  • โˆ’USB-C Alt Mode bandwidth is lower than dedicated TB4 40Gbps
  • โˆ’Less third-party editorial KVM coverage than TESmart or IOGEAR

Score breakdown

  • Expert consensus8.3
  • Effectiveness8.6
  • Build safety8.5
  • Durability8.2
  • Value9.0