Anker’s HDMI switch has dropped to $10 on Amazon, a 38% cut from its usual $16 price in what appears to be the final discount window. The compact two-input, one-output device is designed for setups with multiple HDMI devices and limited ports on the TV. In practical terms, you can connect two sources—such as a Nintendo Switch and a PC or laptop—and swap between them with the press of a button, without crawling behind the TV to swap cables.
On paper, the switch supports resolutions up to 4K and refresh rates up to 60Hz, making it suitable for most gaming consoles, streaming boxes, and computers. However, it does not support HDMI CEC, so turning on devices in sync with the TV isn’t a feature, and it cannot deliver the PlayStation 5 Pro’s higher frame rate modes of 120Hz.
For homes with more devices than HDMI ports, this switch provides a simple bridge between sources and a display. It’s compatible with laptops, PCs, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, streaming sticks like Fire TV or Roku, projectors, monitors, and even HDMI-enabled VR headsets, with the other end connecting to the TV or projector. In practice, it makes dorm rooms and living rooms more flexible by letting a single display serve two active sources without the trial-and-error of swapping cables.
For a two-device setup, the switch is deliberately straightforward: connect two sources to the two inputs, plug the output into the display, and use the front-panel button to swap inputs. The absence of HDMI CEC means you won’t get automatic device wake when you switch inputs, which some users may consider a minor trade-off for the price.
Buying guidance: The price cut to $10 is a strong value if you don’t require high refresh-rate support or CEC. If your TV has four or more HDMI ports, this device becomes a complementary hub that reduces cable clutter rather than a replacement for extra ports. Check that your primary devices run at 4K60 or lower to avoid potential compatibility quirks, though most common devices should fare well.
Bottom line: For budget-conscious buyers who want to simplify a multi-source setup without investing in a larger switch or new receiver, the Anker HDMI switch represents a practical, affordable deal today.