When it comes to setting up a modern meeting room, not all connectivity solutions are created equal. Whether you're building out a sleek new Zoom Room or just trying to make your conference room more flexible for guests, it's important to choose the right gear.

Logitech offers two solid options, Logitech Extend and Logitech Swytch, and while they might sound similar, they’re built for very different needs. If you’ve been wondering which one is the better fit for your setup, this guide breaks it all down.

QUICK COMPARISON: LOGITECH EXTEND VS. SWYTCH

WHAT IS LOGITECH EXTEND?

Think of Logitech Extend as your behind-the-scenes wiring hero. It’s designed for big spaces where your AV gear can’t all sit in the same spot. Maybe your Rally Bar is mounted at the front of the room and your PC is tucked away in a credenza at the back, Extend bridges the gap.

KEY BENEFITS OF LOGITECH EXTEND

• Sends USB and HDMI signals over a single Cat6 cable

• Works over long distances, up to 40 meters (that’s 130 feet)

• Power and signal run over the same cable, no need for multiple adapters

• Built to work seamlessly with Logitech’s Room Systems

WHEN TO USE IT

Extend is perfect for larger rooms, executive boardrooms, or training spaces where the AV setup is permanent and tidy cable management is key. Once it’s installed, you won’t even know it’s there, it just works.

WHAT SETUP LOOKS LIKE

Extend does take a bit of planning. You’ll likely want a professional to run the Cat6 cable through walls or under flooring. But once it’s in, it’s out of sight and out of mind, exactly how infrastructure should be.

WHAT IS LOGITECH SWYTCH?

Now let’s talk about Logitech Swytch, the tool that makes BYOD (bring your own device) meetings easy. It gives users the freedom to launch video calls from their own laptops, using the room’s camera, mic, and speakers, even if the room is set up for something else.

KEY BENEFITS OF LOGITECH SWYTCH

• One cable handles video, audio, and even charges your laptop

• Works with any platform, Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, you name it

• Automatically switches control from the room PC to the laptop

• Includes a hub and extender for clean cable management

• Supports up to 4K video and up to 60W of charging

WHEN TO USE IT

Swytch shines in multi-purpose rooms and smaller spaces like huddle rooms. Say you’ve got a Teams Room but someone needs to hop on a Zoom call, they plug in with Swytch, and they’re good to go. It’s also great for spaces that see a lot of different users, like shared office environments or hybrid setups.

WHAT SETUP LOOKS LIKE

Swytch is easy to install. No special software, no drivers, no complicated steps. IT can plug it into the existing room system and just like that, you’ve got BYOD capability. It’s basically the meeting room equivalent of giving your guests the Wi-Fi password.

KEY DIFFERENCES

FUNCTIONALITY

Swytch is designed to provide switching functionality between a dedicated room system (like a Zoom Room or Microsoft Teams Room PC) and a user's personal laptop (BYOD). It allows users to take control of the room’s AV peripherals with a single cable, making it easy to run any meeting platform.

Extend, in contrast, does not provide switching capabilities. Instead, it focuses on extending USB and HDMI connections over long distances, up to 40 meters (130 feet), using a single Cat6 cable. This makes it ideal for installations where devices like the Logitech Tap, Rally Bar, or RoomMate need to be positioned far from each other.

DRIVER REQUIREMENT

Swytch requires the installation of DisplayLink drivers on the user’s laptop to work. While this setup still offers plug-and-play simplicity for IT-managed devices, users must ensure the necessary driver is installed for it to function properly.

Extend, on the other hand, does not require any drivers. It uses USB DisplayPort Alt Mode for video transmission, making it easier for a wide range of modern USB-C-enabled laptops to connect without additional software.

PORT TYPE

Extend utilizes USB-C connections, aligning with modern laptop designs. This ensures compatibility with current-generation laptops that support USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode. It also contributes to a cleaner and more streamlined cable setup.

Swytch supports USB-C with DisplayLink, but also provides an HDMI adapter, increasing compatibility with a broader range of devices, including older laptops that do not support DisplayPort Alt Mode.

WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?

CHOOSE LOGITECH EXTEND IF:

• You're designing a permanently installed Microsoft Teams or Zoom Room

• You need to connect devices across long distances cleanly

• You’re looking for a driverless solution that uses USB-C

• You want to ensure compatibility with Rally Bar in Android or BYOD Mode

CHOOSE LOGITECH SWYTCH IF:

• You want BYOD support in rooms already equipped with a room PC

• You need a switching solution between a room system and laptop

• Your organization supports multiple meeting platforms

• You’re okay installing DisplayLink drivers on user laptops

NEED HELP CHOOSING? THAT’S WHERE WE COME IN.

At Vivo Technologies, we know AV setups inside and out. Whether you’re planning a single room or scaling across your entire office, we’re here to help you pick the right solution.

HERE’S WHAT WE CAN DO:

• Help you figure out which product fits your space

• Source Logitech gear directly for your team

• Handle setup, installation, and support

• Train your team so they’re up and running from day one

We're not just a reseller, we're your partner in making sure your rooms actually work the way people need them to.

Reach out today and let’s make your meeting spaces smarter, simpler, and more future-ready.

FAQS

CAN I USE BOTH SWYTCH AND EXTEND IN THE SAME ROOM?
Yes. Many larger deployments use Extend for structured cabling and infrastructure, while Swytch offers BYOD flexibility for guests and hybrid users.

DOES SWYTCH WORK WITH MACS?
Yes. Swytch supports both macOS and Windows, as long as the DisplayLink driver is installed and the device supports USB-C or HDMI output.

HOW FAR CAN EXTEND RUN?
Up to 40 meters (130 feet) over Cat6 cable, ideal for large rooms where AV components are spread out.

DO I NEED TO INSTALL DRIVERS FOR EXTEND?
Nope. Extend uses USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode, so no drivers are required.