As someone drowning in HDMI devices (PS5, Apple TV, and a dusty Blu-ray player), this $14 switch solved my port shortage crisis. The plastic body feels cheap when you hold it, but honestly? It survives daily button mashing from my impatient gaming sessions.

The automatic switching is magical when it works—my Xbox wakes up and BAM, the TV switches instantly. But be warned: Samsung TV owners reported compatibility issues, and my PS5 sometimes hijacks the signal like a diva demanding attention.

Picture quality shocked me—zero lag during God of War battles in 4K HDR. Though that "8K-ready" claim? Maybe if you squint. The included remote saves me from couch acrobatics, though I wish it used USB power instead of hunting for AAA batteries.

Pro tip: Don't daisy-chain this with other splitters (learned that the hard way). And yes, you'll need to manually toggle inputs if your primary device is offline—a minor annoyance when I just want to watch The Mandalorian after work.

For under $20? Absolute steal despite quirks. Just keep your expectations in check—it's more reliable than unplugging cables daily but won't replace a proper AV receiver.