BEST USB-C Hub / Dongle - What to buy?? 2020 EDITION

[@mattgranger]

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[@JiajuChen]

Have you heard of Ugreen before? This is a huge company in terms of electronics, they have dozens of different adapters.

[@KellyCates0604]

Your link for Best Cables isn' working.

[@LimYQS]

Hi Matt Great video! But I would like to point out for the single cable hubs.. the anker while a great value doesn’t support PD... in that sense the Aukey would be a better one hub do all solution as it has ethernet and PD support as well!

[@aidenf4898]

Where is the Juiced VertexHUB?

[@detectum2040]

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[@ZacHow15]

This is thoroughness on another level! Thanks for putting in the time and effort on this!

[@mattgranger]

You’re welcome 👍🏼

[@Phabrysio]

200% thank you for all the effort you put into this video. I'm sure a lot of effort when into this so thank you very much, keep up the amazing work!!

[@georgeledbetter2559]

Your dissertation is so rapidly delivered, that I have to replay tha video. But, I find it very enlightening.

[@Blasphemy1993]

You got my sub automatically for making this video as there isn’t any current videos about Dongles from our top tech reviewers. Just bought a Mac book pro & I greatly appreciate all the information as I do care about specs. Keep making these Videos sir you did amazing.

[@quicker.z]

Glad to see the 2020 version of the USB-C review!

[@stevethea5250]

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[@jefftrimble8562]

I love that you just chuck them in the garbage. Best way to sort thru the chaff.

[@arthurgcab]

I got here from KZbin recommendation, but ended up buying one just to make his effort worth a while. Damn that was an extensive analysis on this, simply amazing!! Congrats!

[@AonghasAnderson]

I like how savage he was with the first cull, top marks for blanket "no" devices! 👍🏼

[@tokelahti]

To me, the most basic feature of a hub is: aux power. You can’t connect reliably 2-3 ssd/hdd’s without it.

[@anrn5303]

@16:51 wow, thanks for bringing this up! I wouldn't have thought the protective case may affect the connection... much appreciated!

[@ravensatodds]

Thank you Matt! I suspect you’ve saved me countless hours and hundreds of dollars

[@roveism]

Love this format of review, its flimsy its out! its expensive, its out! it gets too hot, its out!

[@danhenry302]

I like the way you clear your desk! I (a first-time MBP buyer) had been spending *WAY* too much time researching a hub to buy sight-unseen for close to immediate out-of-the-box functions I would need; Ethernet being one. This was hugely helpful. Thank you. Liked and subscribed.

[@dannycaliforni4780]

After searching for over an hour on various youtube channels, and forums this single video had EVERYTHING I needed to know. Props to you sir. Thank you for your time and effort on this 🙏. *Liked & Subbed*.

[@barraboy4629]

Very detailed survey Matt, just ordered an iPad Pro 11” 2021 and the world of thunderbolt is still very new to me 👏

[@mikldude9376]

Just stumbled across this clip , wow , nice effort mate . It just goes to show the difference in performance in this stuff that often looks very similar on the outside and what we see in tech markets , and now we see in front of our eyes on your video the junk to good stuff ratio :) , and the truth is this is probably the tip of the iceberg . Well done sir.

[@jennifermeier3873]

You are amazing for testing all of them. I find it hard to trust videos or articles that just list stuff they found from the internet without them even owning these!! Got a new follower :)

[@ThexBorg]

Now you have to include power pass through in your review.

[@jacoblayton4875]

I’ve read so many articles, discussion boards and watched so many videos trying to find the best dock solution for my new MBP M1. Could have saved a lot of time if I found this first. Thank you, very helpful!

[@yuccyhuang5102]

Dear Sir, Glad to learn you're on the market of computer peripheral products. We have 400 workeHrs, 10000 ㎡ non-dust workshop, 21 years experience, above 10 years' vendor of Tripplite, CE & FCC certificated, Our head-office is in HongKong, this how we keep good quality and competitive prices for global valued customers. Our main products cover USB hub&USB storage&USB converter&USB extension cable,ect.

[@kamilk6807]

i've been looking for such test for like 2 years. Thank you so much Matt!

[@emailant]

Been using some of these adapters and there’s a small but irritating pet peeve I have with most of them that do not angle the adapter at 90º. Being an adapter for portables we use them in constraint spaces very often so it really does matter. I really wish big brands will make this standard or an always available alternate. Oh, thanks for this review. I’m really liking the breath of your considerations and process. Some from the bin, I might take (but only because for a specific purpose). Cheers man!

[@sudokuinstructor]

You've attached the usb-c hub to your MacBook. But I want to attach it to my phone. Can you inform us which usb-c hub can charge my device (phone) simultaneously watching a movie from a memory card in the hub. I know the MacBook has a separate power adapter, but my phone only has one usb-c port for data and power.

[@theshortlist]

at 18:21 the owc dock is the old 13.... the current one have 14 ports but no firewire anymore !

[@mentalhealthhope9974]

Absolutely great video pal I felt lost with the many many different adaptors for my m1 setup and you have shamed me a hell of allot of time watching reviews…..Keep em coming pal cheers 👍

[@rubix187]

3:19 editor thought people wouldn’t notice the fast forward

[@jackburrows5850]

i did

[@Officernoob]

No, that Samsung drive is just that fast

[@jakobgarde6769]

I love your enthusiasm! It actually made the video interesting for me, even though I’m not as crazy with transfer speed as you are. I was watching this video, since I’m looking for a USB C hub for my new iPad Air. I just received the Hyperdrive 6in1 hub for iPad Pro and I’ve got to admit, that I think it feels a bit cheap. It would be absolutely awesome if you could make a video about the best hub for tablets and phones with USB C! But otherwise, I think I’m just gonna go with the Baseus Hub that you also mentioned in this video.

[@stevemuzak8526]

The most profesional dongle advice on KZbin. And I actually learn something. Thanks, Matt! PS: I like how you just thrown away useless stuff to the garbage bin. No mercy! :D

[@TBoneProductionsVB]

Fascinating. I came here from the Technology Connections video about laptop docks which got me thinking how grateful I was to have recently found and purchased a few dongles like these that allow me to connect midi keyboards to my phone and also provide an audio output. It was a crucial piece to find for one of my music projects. I had no Idea until watching this just how big differences in performance could be on these things.

[@guillaumeschirra7699]

The level of geekery in this video is insane. I love it. Hi from France !

[@SeanDeJesus]

I was just searching for a USB C hub that doesn't interfere with the wifi of my MacBook Pro and I'm glad to come across this one. Thanks for the recommendations, Matt!

[@TonyMacina]

Your last version helped me decide on the Charjen for my other half’s MacBook once I got her into photography, and I’m getting the Charjen ministick for my iPad.

[@chris8506]

Same. They have a new Ultimate Dock Gen 2 coming out soon that i'm excited to get. www.charjenpro.com/products/ultimatedock

[@DalsPhotography-Daniela]

Thank you Matt, I was just looking to buy one of these hubs, your video was excellent for me :) Best regards to you and your lovely wife, from Uruguay.

[@solararias]

I love these "What to buy" vids. Great work! Thank you for the information.

[@cunneyes]

this is the most complete review i've seen, all considerations cable, device, hub, this is exactly what I was thinking, glad I found this video

[@rickzabala6020]

OWC you missed new model with 2 thunderbolt 4 slots. At OWC site not Amazon. Glade I double checked.

[@JuAnKing24]

I’m about to get my new MacBook Pro so this was incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@jacquestcomc]

Hard shell case on mine I customized so that it would fit dual plug. Easy 20 minute job. No problem. Used a small file and gave it some curve. Looks great.

[@snipewa4]

That initial "....it's OUT *toss in the trash*" had me laughing pretty good! loved the review and how you took the time and explained the benchmarks etc. this is exactly what I was looking for

[@LIGHTISBURNING]

I have deathadder V2 and mechanic keyboard both with that thick plug you can't use on MacBooks, is it worth buying a m1x Mac mini if so should I get a dock also?

[@vallinorean-akl]

This was so helpful. Thanks Matt. Sadly the dual USB-C confg doesnt work for me as I have an HP with one USB C on the side and one elsewhere.

[@davidwestonline]

Wow, this is really great input, appreciate your work! Thank you very much, Matt!

[@markmullens2906]

This and the original video test are just fantastic and wonderfully informative. Cheers!

[@osirisx11]

i watched like 15 of these kinds of comparison videos and this is the best by far.

[@CosmicTeapot]

Like a monk consulting his holy texts for references, I have found myself coming back to this video (and the 2017 edition as well) many times in the past couple of years. It's such a treasure trove of information and, as a geek, I have to say that it is such a FUN entertaining video. It's like the USB-C hub Olympics or Hunger Games, I love seeing the weaker ones get eliminated and thrown in the trash every time. I get that there must've been quite a lot of work for you behind the scenes but I really hope we'll get to sink our teeth on a new updated version soon. Thunderbolt 4 might've brought in some interesting new products to test out! In any case, cheers for the quality tech journalism mate!

[@mattgranger]

Tb4 version coming in the next month I hope 👍🏼

[@CosmicTeapot]

@@mattgranger ... and thus my day was made! Thanks Matt, this is amazing news. Looking forward to it 🙌

[@martinroskilly9994]

Thank you for all your time invested in this superb episode. Much appreciated 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Ian-pz1fd]

Christian Slater should play you in the movie adaptation of this video.

[@mateussibila]

THAT is a professional level comparison! Congrats and thanks very much!

[@Mike0193Azul]

Fantastic in-depth overview, tests, and information! Thank you very much

[@UnrealOcean]

people like you make the world go round many thanks

[@TylerHilliard]

Should be titled "for a Mac" since a ton of the options rely on two USB-C ports

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

They would technically work with some Lenovo laptops (my dad's x1 yoga for example) I mean I'm looking cause I'm gonna need one for my soon to be macbook pro

[@nikhillingem]

cap my pc has 2 usb c ports

[@SquarebodyLife183]

Cap my chromebook has 2 usb-c ports

[@ttfidrat]

The title should say best Thunderbolt 3 USBC dock. What about usb C with DisplayPort alt mode?

[@johndavidson2365]

My lenovo yoga 9i has 2 thunderbolt 3 ports

[@trondhelgehie6771]

You are using an old OWC Dock! The new (not even new anymore) is white the UHS2 card reader... (same speed as the Prograde SD reader) And it’s definitely the best on the marked!

[@eliadbu]

next year (or two) with TB 4 and USB 4 you will have so much fun clearing the confusion. while TB 4 is somewhat a good step in direction of you get what spec states it can do, USB 4.0 can vary so much in terms of data, display signals, pd etc.

[@lovemysi07]

Great write up with solid conclusions given on your work. Thank you for making this video!

[@sambam007]

looks like the owc is the only one with firewire input too

[@rabbitscooter]

Amazingly comprehensive survey. Thanks so much, Matt.

[@mariechristine3712]

Very nice, thanks. Please consider adding names of the things you are reviewing on the screen. That would be helpful

[@kingdanett4043]

I actually have a Samsung T5 SSD hooked up to my current USB hub. I've noticed my hub makes a hissing noise when I'm heavily using it and it also stores all of my games and footage so it needs to run very well. I see the one I have on your table on the right. It's the black glossy one with a thick metal lining and the longer cord. So thanks for making this video, I've been looking to get a better hub and it's nearly impossible to compare without having the products.

[@dr007md]

I was so happy to see this!!! I am such a nerd. I keep looking and checking if you've an update and here it is!!! Thanks much!! Super appreciate your efforts!!! More power!!

[@starky497]

Please could you do a video explaining power delivery for charging and how much the usb c hubs can support without a charger plugged in..that kind thing? ACE video btw

[@rudolfboukal1538]

So thorough and ... entertaining!! Thanks much, very helpful and informative.

[@marcusjohnson-el4199]

This is the best video on KZbin that explains everything regarding hubs. Thanks!

[@Mre942]

Usb 3.2 g1x1 is 5gbs , usb 3.2 g1x2 10gbs , usb 3.2 g2x1 is 10gbs and usb 3.2 g2x2 is 20gbs ..... it can get quit confusing if you don't separate them, the X2 or X1 indicates how many lanes it has.

[@alvo-oooo]

Some hubs don't work with Macbook Pro for some reason. I bought a Baseus USB C hub and as soon as I plugged it in the WiFi connection dropped. When I unplugged it, the WiFi reconnected. When I was shopping for a replacement I noted a couple of other devices had notes about possible issues connecting with Macbook Pros.

[@StephenLyonsMusic]

Incredibly helpful instruction! Thank you!

[@thomasgregory4871]

Great testing and reviews! I loved the "You shall not pass!" approach eliminating that first batch of contenders. However, it seems to me like you should have added "...for Mac...." in the title somewhere.

[@WhittyPics]

I cut a little bit off my plastic case so I could use a flush mount. I wasn't aware of the extension.

[@edgaracosta9976]

Nice review! Do you know if the charjenpro supports the 100 W power consumption of the MacBook Pro 16 ? Also does the adaptor get too hot when using it?

[@sorayaplaza6497]

Very nice review!!! I`d have liked to see more options with hdmi and 2 usb-c port...

[@aelaan12]

In my search for a new hub for the MacBook Pro M1 I put my "must have" ports and they are: DP or HDMI 4K@60hz, 1 USB-A 5 Gb and 2 USB-c 10Gb it also must have Power delivery and certified for PD 3.0. With the M1 now offering USB4 I find there are only two hubs available and they are 149 CAD, or thereabouts. I want my price to be below 100 CAD. Most hubs promise 4K display at 30Hz, have you ever seen the lag and the stutter? Even just power point presentations suffer from lag when changing slides. So that is no option for me. I had TB3 in my office but there are so many incompatibilities with external monitors that it is a laughing matter. Your review has helped me at least look at the mobile options and the thorough review is much appreciated, I just do not know where to go to find the proper hub for office and maybe, in the future, travel.

[@aradgouklani2239]

Hey matt loved the vid. Love your style, especially the whole throwing things of the table thing you do and i also love how thorough you ara on price to preformance and accurate testing. Much love and have a nise day

[@fiendslegacy]

Matt I subscribed only because you throw shit in the trash. Your go-no go approach is refreshing and we need more of it in this world.

[@s6oleson]

Thank you so much! I bought the anger dongle thanks to your work. I have an iPad Pro and think that’s the best option for me

[@Conner.Wallace]

LOVE the thorough and scientific testing.

[@kenjaehne]

You seem to be missing a few popular options, the 2020 Belkin studio hub is one that can handle the power draw and monitor issues for the 16”, would have liked to see it tested. Also Best Buy sells a flush mount option called a hyperdrive that has the same functions as the Chargen and also wasn’t tested.

[@DutchAussieProductions]

Thanks for the work you put into this video. It must have taken you ages. Much appreciated.

[@DmitryGorbushin]

I like how you managed with crappy stuff on your desk, half of them immediately jumped into the trash bin :-)) nice and easy!

[@LOLJokes9]

this was the ultimate comparison! i’m looking to buy the UNI 8in1 hub and i wish you had it so i could tell of it was worth my spending

[@mauricedawkins5]

Based off of my ignorant understanding of KZbin monetization policies, how KZbin monetizes videos and counts video counts is partially dependent on how much of the video a viewer watches. For his own benefit, Matt might not want to recommend ppl end the video at the beginning just to skip the technical details and go to the product links. Just worth mentioning

[@kennypryce4617]

OMG I had to subscribe. This is awesome. Thank you so so much. Really appreciate this a whole lot

[@mondujar279]

What a brilliant review, this is a lot of work! Helps me a lot

[@cloudmover]

Excellent reviews! I'm in the market to buy the new iMac M1 Pro whenever it's released and was getting together my shopping list. Thank you for such a complete list!

[@TheaterTributes]

The dual spacer changed the game for me! Thank you!!!

[@dondep]

Whew! I didn't realize there was such a science to this type of product when I ordered a hub for my soon-to-arrive laptop, both of which should be here in a day or two, but boy was I relieved to see the Anker made the cut, as I had no idea when I chose it that most of the others were such garbage. Many thanks for the eye-opening expose; liked and subscribed!

[@mattgranger]

Cheers

[@yuccyhuang5102]

Dear Sir, Glad to learn you're on the market of computer peripheral products. We have 400 workeHrs, 10000 ㎡ non-dust workshop, 21 years experience, above 10 years' vendor of Tripplite, CE & FCC certificated, Our head-office is in HongKong, this how we keep good quality and competitive prices for global valued customers. Our main products cover USB hub&USB storage&USB converter&USB extension cable,ect.

[@hf3.0]

Valuable info, appreciated! Any plans too do a 2021 version?

[@juliaanne6517]

Thanks so much for the video. That's really helpful. Have you ever test Lention hubs?

[@mml3140]

Fantastic and helpful. By any chance did you come across any multi SD card readers. Looking for something with 3-4 slots so I can ditch the USB adaptors.

[@LegionIO]

Very insightful video! I'm still wondering though, just to clarify, are the ones that plug into both ports generally better than one connected bay a cable. Just I don't have too much to spend yet want to make sure I'm getting the right one.

[@LegionIO]

Some extra info that may influence your answer also, is that I'm currently connecting my Akai MPK midi keyboard, my Focusrite audio interface, and my 2TB HDD as my main connections. I would also like to have the HDMI port, only one needed and the sd card port. I'm just overwhelmed by the choice and don't want to buy something too pricey but that will work well with all of my needs.

[@matttidbury6834]

Fantastic review Matt, incredibly interesting and in-depth well done. Purchased the Utech via your link - at £16.99 it was a steal, thank you!

[@blt1]

Thank you for this! It was very informative. Any chance you could make the same rundown of devices using an iPad Pro?

[@carlosbarreirodiaz]

Amazing video but on the "studio" options would be nice to include a best option with dual monitor output since thats also a likely use case with dual monitor setups. Also consider other ultrabooks could be used as host that are not MacBook.

[@nearlyheadlessnasy]

I have a gaming desktop set up and don't have a type c port. What would you suggest I get with these requirements: SD/Micro SD Add type C port for VR set and phone A dual monitor via HDMI set up, I would like to go triple Also, the cabling to my USB's takes up large amounts of ports, so I would like to be to able to get that from the front. Speakers are through aux and untidy. Do you have any recommendations on making the ports hold less space and tidy them up while maintaining performance.

[@markspeeps]

Well done. I have a Galaxy 10s and would like to get something like on of these adaptors. I need two usb ports for keyboard and mouse, a hdmi port and a way to charge the Galaxy S10. Is there anything you like out there?

[@kishoriradha3848]

I find this review very thorough 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 and hilarious at the same time! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thank you! Very nice...

[@harriemeijers9826]

Matt, again thanks for the clear explanation. You are a great help, because I'm looking for a great hub. I now also can eliminate a lot of options. I think I will go for the Caldigit for my iMac.

[@harriemeijers9826]

Matt, I just ordered the OWC. I needed several hours to compare the OWC, Plugable and the Caldigit. But I think the OWC is the better one for my iMac. I needed more ports and a way to plug in some devices, without turning around the whole computer every time. With the extra ports Sandisk ImageMate Pro can stay on OWC. Again, thanks for your video, who speeded up my decision to expand my computer with a good device.

[@martinm4712]

Excellent test! Just what I was looking for... Thanks Matt!

[@gretasandstone357]

Excellent video but you failed to mention that charjen pro flush mount is MacBooks only! I got my hopes up from this video and wanted to buy that but I use a windows PC and it appears charjen don't make any flush mounts for windows PC. I tend to lean towards flush mounts because they seem to be faster than cable ones. Do you know of any fast options for windows PC?

[@ArchWayE]

Thanks for the test! It will help me with purchases for our studio.

[@richerich8007]

Thanks for doing this Matt, glad to see your safe!

[@f1ame0n188]

- If only I can make use of that type-c port in my mobo and get a decent port hub that I can put on my desk and easily connect devices to without having to reach to the back of my pc every time... **watches the video and checks the pricing of studio hubs** - Nope .... reaching to the back of my pc seems fine now lol. Great video though, keep up the good work.

[@AdaDenali]

Why don’t any of these options have both display port and hdmi?

[@surrealchemist]

My team at work had OWC docks from our IT department and we had various issues with monitors and I ended up finding the pluggable which had the right connectors we wanted to simplify the monitor setup (we all run dual display, and don't really do much disk reading) so it worked well. Now I am shopping for a portable one for my new iPad Air, so I need a headphone jack, but for some reason so many of the options just don't include it and include stuff I probably will never need on an ipad. Kinda frustrating. All the ones with double connectors are out, some of the ones with single connector won't fit if you have the keyboard case on so you need a special cable to attach it then.